Red Lobster Seeks Bankruptcy Protection After Closing Dozens of Locations
The iconic casual dining chain enters Chapter 11 restructuring while shuttering nearly one hundred locations nationwide amidst soaring costs and debt.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Closings Bankruptcies
Key points
- Red Lobster filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to reduce over one billion dollars in debt and exit unsustainable leases.
- At least 99 locations were targeted for immediate closure and kitchen equipment auctions prior to the court filing.
- Unsustainable promotions like the permanent all you can eat shrimp deal contributed to heavy operational losses.
- Remaining locations continue to operate while the company restructures its real estate and menu offerings.
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