TEXAS — One of Central Texas’ most respected barbecue names, Hays Co. Bar-B-Que, has officially closed its Kyle-based food trailer, just months after launching the temporary venture. Known for its signature smoky meats and being a fixture on Texas Monthly’s Top 50 BBQ Joints list, the move marks another shift in the legacy of a…
TEXAS – It’s official — Z’Tejas, a name synonymous with bold Southwestern spices and sizzling Tex-Mex plates, has closed its final location in Kyle, Texas, ending a delicious legacy that stretched across three decades and multiple states. As someone who has wandered into a Z’Tejas after a long drive through Austin or sat on a…
DALLAS — A neighborhood Thai favorite with a legacy of flavor, family, and floral artistry is closing its doors after more than three decades. Bangkok at Greenville, a go-to spot for Dallas residents since 1993, will officially shut down on June 30, marking the end of a 32-year journey on Greenville Avenue. The closure isn’t…
SAN ANTONIO, TX — If you’ve ever wandered down S. Zarzamora looking for a real-deal breakfast taco or a plate of chiles rellenos made with love, chances are you’ve pulled up a chair at El Maña Tex-Mex. And if you haven’t yet — you’ve only got until July 26 to fix that. The Southwest Side…
SAN ANTONIO, TX — If you’ve walked the River Walk lately looking for Landrace, you’ve probably noticed the doors are shut and the reservation books are quiet. But don’t panic — the award-winning restaurant isn’t gone for good. Landrace, located inside the Thompson San Antonio Hotel, has hit pause for the summer as the space…
TEXAS — A National Burger Brand Faces Cuts Red Robin, the casual dining chain famous for its gourmet burgers and bottomless fries, is preparing for a major downsizing. The company announced it may close about 70 underperforming restaurants over the next five years as part of a debt repayment strategy. While the chain has not…
CYPRESS, TX — An East Texas Barbecue Staple Bids Farewell After two decades of serving up some of the region’s most beloved smoked meats, Brooks’ Place BBQ has officially closed its pits for good. The barbecue trailer, founded and run by pitmaster Trent Brooks, announced its last day of service as August 28, 2025, ending…
AUSTIN, TX — A Texas Barbecue Staple Shuts Its Doors An iconic Black-owned barbecue joint in East Austin has left the community stunned. Sam’s BBQ, a family-run business serving smoked meats since 1957, has announced it is “closed until further notice.” The message, shared on social media alongside the neighboring Austin Daiquiri Factory, described the…
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…