COLUMBUS — A Local Favorite Bids Farewell Torchy’s Tacos, the popular Austin-based taco chain known for its bold flavors and creative menu, has announced the closure of one of its Columbus locations. The decision is part of a strategic restructuring effort as the company adjusts operations nationwide. This closure marks the end of a vibrant…
ORLANDO, FL — Struggling Italian casual-dining chain Bravo Brio Restaurants — parent of Bravo Italian Kitchen and Brio Italian Grille — has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in five years. The Orlando-based company is gearing up to close underperforming locations across the U.S. while aiming to restructure, cut costs, and attract new…
KANSAS CITY, MO — The popular Texas-based chain Torchy’s Tacos has officially announced the closure of two of its Kansas City metro locations, ending a five-year run in the region. The restaurants on Ward Parkway in Kansas City, Missouri and West 135th Street in Overland Park, Kansas are both shutting their doors on Tuesday, August…
WEST HARTFORD, CT — A longtime favorite in West Hartford’s Blue Back Square is preparing to serve its final glass of wine. After 12 memorable years, Vinted Wine Bar & Kitchen will be closing its doors later this summer to make room for a new dining concept under new ownership. A West Hartford Staple Since…
FORT WORTH, TX – Three Fort Worth-area restaurants were forced to close last week after failing health inspections, and eight more were cited for roach infestations, according to the latest inspection data released by the city. The closures come amid rising concerns over food safety compliance and consistent health standards across popular eateries in the…
COUPLAND, TX — In a heartbreaking end to an era, the iconic Coupland Dancehall, a beloved Central Texas honky-tonk that had entertained generations of country music fans since 1906, has permanently closed its doors. The historic venue, located just 30 miles northeast of Austin, officially shut down last week following a streak of sudden show…
SAN ANTONIO – One of Texas’ most vibrant and musically charged watering holes is preparing to say its final goodbye. After 22 years of serving up signature hurricane cocktails and live dueling piano nights, the San Antonio location of Pat O’Brien’s will shut down permanently, marking the end of an era for both locals and…
MT. HOLLY, NJ — In a sudden turn that caught many locals off guard, Recovery Sports Grill — a well-known dining destination along Route 38 in Mt. Holly — has closed its doors for good. For over a decade, it served as a community hub where families, sports fans, and casual diners alike gathered for…
ROUND TOP, TX — A Barbecue Chapter Ends in a Tourist Town One of Texas’s most celebrated barbecue duos is closing a project close to their hearts. Leonard Botello IV and Abbie Byrom-Botello, the team behind Truth BBQ, have announced that their Merritt Meat Company in Round Top will shutter at the end of August,…
ARLINGTON, Texas — A cornerstone of Arlington’s food scene, known for its slow-smoked meats, tangy house-made sauces, and the kind of Texas hospitality that kept regulars coming back for decades, has served its last plate. After 34 years in business, the family-run barbecue restaurant announced it is closing its doors, leaving behind a legacy as…