Chain restaurants are closing hundreds of locations across the US in 2026. See the list.
Several restaurant chains, including Wendy's, Papa John's, and Pizza Hut, have announced plans to close locations.
Wendy’s to shutter hundreds of US restaurants — these locations are already closed
Wendy’s will shutter hundreds of US restaurants after reporting an 11.3% sales plunge in its home market, with several locations already closed. The company said it plans to shut down about 5% to 6% ...
Wendy's closing up to 6% of US locations but opening two near Sarasota
Despite plans to cut up to 6% of its locations nationwide in the first half of 2026, Wendy's is opening two new restaurants ...
Wendy’s closes US restaurants and focuses on value to turn around falling sales
Wendy’s is closing several hundred U.S. restaurants and increasing its focus on value after a weaker-than-expected fourth ...
Wendy's to close hundreds of US restaurants in 2026
Wendy’s plans to close several hundred U.S. restaurants as it focuses on new menu items as well as “more spend towards digital, social and streaming platforms,” the company said during an earnings ...
Wendy’s Closes Hundreds of US Restaurants Amid Slumping Sales
Popular fast food chain Wendy’s is closing several hundred locations in the United States after a weaker-than-expected fourth quarter, with sales falling 11%. The company says it plans to emphasize ...
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Wendy’s closes US restaurants and focuses on value to turn around falling sales
Wendy’s is closing several hundred U.S. restaurants and increasing its focus on value after a weaker-than-expected fourth quarter. The Dublin, Ohio-based company said Friday that its global same-store ...