Global owner Yum! Brands rescues 64 sites in pre-pack deal, but 1,210 jobs still at risk as operator enters administration

: Los Cerritos Center food court restaurant Ruby Thai Kitchen was closed after receiving a 72/C during a Sept. 10 inspection that found major sewage and vermin violations. See the other September restaurant closures across Los Angeles and Orange counties. #Cerritos #LosCerritosCenter #RestaurantClosures #FoodSafety #LCCN

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Ken Cook, Wendy's interim CEO, announces plans for up to 300 U.S. restaurant closures by 2026 as part of Project Fresh restructuring. Learn how Wendy's is improving underperforming restaurants and sup...

Cracker Barrel, the iconic US dining chain, has announced the closure of all 35 locations of its sister brand, Maple Street Biscuit Company. The decision follows a broader corporate strategy to streamline operations and improve profitability. The company sold the brand and its assets to Biscuit Belly LLC, which will convert the locations into its own stores over 18-24 months. This move comes after Cracker Barrel completed a sale-leaseback deal for 26 of its locations, generating $77 million in net proceeds. The funds will be used to pay down debts while maintaining operations at the leased sites. CEO Julie Masino emphasized that divesting Maple Street sharpens focus on the core brand and enhances long-term value. Maple Street, which contributed less than 2% of Cracker Barrel's annual revenue, was acquired for $36 million in 2019. The closure of 14 locations in 2026 marks a significant shift from previous expansion plans, reflecting a strategic pivot toward financial discipline and market adaptation. Biscuit Belly aims to expand beyond its current 15 stores, targeting regions like Cincinnati and Richmond, Virginia, with ambitions to reach over 60 locations by 2028. The decision follows criticism of Cracker Barrel's 2024 logo redesign, which sparked backlash for abandoning its traditional farm-themed aesthetic.

Papa Murphy’s will close up to 50 corporate stores as parent MTY cuts locations that contributed to heavy losses.

Guzman y Gomez has shut down all its US restaurants. Find out why the Mexican fast-casual chain stopped its American expansion.

Iconic 60-year-old Arby's, known for 'We Have The Meats,' is quietly closing dozens of locations nationwide. Sales drops & rising costs are shrinking its footprint, surprising fans.

Jack in the Box has already closed 72 underperforming locations, with plans to shutter up to 120 by year-end. The fast-food chain aims to cut costs and improve financial performance amid declining sales and rising debt.

Lists of celebrities and notable figures who died throughout the year are often published each December, and on the restaurant beat, that means a look back at the businesses we lost. The Detroit area dining scene's biggest heartbreak wasn't a…

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 — Health and cleanliness violations were exposed during City Hall’s (DBKL) latest night enforcement operation in Wangsa Maju.Inspections on 32 premises...

All existing K&W Cafeteria locations closed effective December 1, 2025. In a statement, the organization thanked the community for its support over the years.