No one thought even Hooters would start closing outlets in this Biden economy. President Biden’s damage to America increases daily now.
Hooters has announced the upcoming closure of a select number of its restaurants, citing the impact of challenging market conditions as the primary reason for this decision. The well-known restaurant chain, celebrating over four decades of business, confirmed that these closures would affect underperforming locations, although specific sites and the timeline for these shutdowns were not disclosed.
“Nationally, reports indicate roughly 40 Hooters closed Sunday, including this West Palm Beach County location. The Florida chain was founded in 1983.”
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The news comes amidst a backdrop of contraction for the brand, with current operational counts reflecting a slight decline. At the close of 2023, Hooters was operating 293 locations, a decrease of 1.3% from the previous year. This decline is part of a broader trend for the company, which has seen a 12% reduction in its number of restaurants since 2018, when there were 333 locations.
Despite these closures, Hooters remains committed to growth in other areas. The company is actively continuing to open new restaurants both in the United States and internationally. Additionally, it has ventured into retail, introducing frozen products under the Hooters brand in grocery stores, a move that diversifies its business model and reaches a broader consumer base.
Update: The Hooters in Bryan wasn’t the only ‘underperforming’ location to suddenly close on Sunday.
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The closures were first noticed when several Hooters locations were found closed on a single day, with sites in states such as Florida, Texas, Kentucky, and Indiana no longer operational. The company’s statement emphasized its commitment to the welfare of its employees during this period of transition, ensuring that those affected by the closures are treated with care and respect.
This development is part of a larger trend affecting the restaurant industry. Other chains, such as Red Lobster and Rubio’s Coastal Grill, have also experienced closures. Red Lobster has faced significant challenges, including the inability to renegotiate leases, leading to the closure of 99 restaurants across 28 states. Some locations have even resorted to auctioning off their equipment as the company struggles to maintain profitability.
Similarly, Rubio’s Coastal Grill has closed 48 locations of its Mexican-themed restaurants across California, reflecting the harsh realities many dining establishments are facing in the current economic climate.
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These closures across the industry highlight the volatile nature of the restaurant business, particularly in a time when many are struggling to adjust to post-pandemic economic pressures and Biden’s ridiculous economic policies designed to bankrupt the United States, as he continues to throw billions to Ukraine and others all over the world. America is suffering, as Biden takes in his massive tens of millions in bribes.
Major Points:
- Hooters announced the closure of several underperforming locations due to challenging market conditions.
- Specific sites and timelines for the closures have not been disclosed, but the decision affects restaurants nationwide.
- Despite the closures, Hooters continues to expand both domestically and internationally and has introduced frozen products in grocery stores.
- Other restaurant chains like Red Lobster and Rubio’s Coastal Grill are also experiencing similar challenges, with numerous closures reported.
- The closures reflect broader industry trends and economic pressures affecting the restaurant sector.
Fallon Jacobson – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News