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business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant Chain Plans U.S. Comeback After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, a popular Mexican restaurant chain that closed all its US locations in 2004 due to bankruptcy and a hepatitis A outbreak, is set to make a comeback. Hormel Foods, which owns the trademark, has partnered with Michael McDermott, son of the founder, to revive the brand with a modern twist. While details on the reopening are sparse, the move aims to honor the legacy of the original chain, which was established in the 1970s and once had over 200 locations.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurants Set for Revival After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, the popular Mexican restaurant chain that closed its doors 20 years ago, is set to make a comeback in 2025. Michael McDermott, son of the founder, has reached a deal with Hormel Foods to use the Chi-Chi's name for new restaurant locations. While the specific locations, including potential openings in Michigan, have not been announced, the brand aims to blend its classic experience with modern influences. Chi-Chi's products like salsas and tortillas will continue to be available in grocery stores.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant Revives After 20-Year Hiatus

Chi-Chi's, the once-popular Tex-Mex restaurant chain, is set to return over 20 years after closing its last location. Hormel Foods, which owns the Chi-Chi's trademarks, has granted Michael McDermott, son of co-founder Marno McDermott, the rights to open new restaurant locations in 2025. Chi-Chi's, which once had over 200 locations, filed for bankruptcy in the early 2000s and closed its last restaurant in 2004 following a hepatitis A outbreak. The revival will be managed by Chi-Chi’s Restaurants, LLC, a new company formed by Michael McDermott.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurants Set for Revival After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, a popular Mexican restaurant chain from the 1990s, is set to make a comeback in 2025, led by Michael McDermott, son of the founder, in partnership with Hormel Foods. The first two locations will open in Minnesota, with plans to expand across the Midwest and East Coast. While it's unclear if Ohio will be included, the revival aims to blend the classic Chi-Chi's experience with modern elements.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Tex-Mex Revival: Iconic Chain Returns After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, a once-popular Mexican restaurant chain that went bankrupt in 2004, is set to reopen in 2025. The brand's trademark, owned by Outback Steakhouse, will be used by Michael McDermott, son of Chi-Chi's founder, to launch new restaurants. Chi-Chi's had continued to exist through prepackaged foods, and the new venture aims to offer an updated dining experience while retaining the original flavors.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurants Make a Comeback After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, the popular Tex-Mex restaurant chain that closed its last location in 2004, is set to make a comeback in 2025 with new locations in Minnesota. The revival is led by Michael McDermott, son of the original founder, in partnership with Hormel Foods, which owns the Chi-Chi's trademarks. The chain aims to blend nostalgia with modern dining experiences, capitalizing on the current trend of retro restaurant revivals.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurants Set for Revival After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurant chain, which closed in 2004 after a hepatitis A outbreak, is set to make a comeback next year. Michael McDermott, son of the co-founder, has partnered with Hormel Foods to revive the brand, aiming to blend the classic Chi-Chi's experience with modern influences. The chain, once a staple with over 200 locations, plans to offer high-quality, value-driven meals in a lively atmosphere, though specific details on locations and menu items are yet to be announced.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Returns: Reviving the Flavor After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, the Mexican restaurant chain that closed in 2004 after a major hepatitis A outbreak, is set to make a comeback in 2025. Hormel Foods, which owns the Chi-Chi's trademark, has allowed Michael McDermott, son of the chain's co-founder, to reopen the restaurants. The revival aims to offer an updated dining experience while maintaining the brand's traditional Tex-Mex flavors. Chi-Chi's branding will continue to be used for packaged foods and margaritas, as the chain seeks to capitalize on nostalgia amid mixed fortunes for other legacy restaurant brands.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Tex-Mex Revival: Iconic Chain Returns After 20 Years

Michael McDermott, son of Chi-Chi's co-founder, plans to relaunch the iconic Tex-Mex restaurant chain in 2025, over two decades after its last U.S. location closed. McDermott has acquired the rights to the Chi-Chi's trademark from Hormel Foods, which has continued to produce salsa under the brand name. The revival aims to blend the traditional Chi-Chi's experience with modern influences, despite the brand's past struggles, including a hepatitis A outbreak that led to its bankruptcy.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurants Make a Comeback After 20 Years

Chi-Chi's, a once-popular Mexican restaurant chain that closed in 2004 following bankruptcy and a hepatitis A outbreak, is set to reopen in 2025. The brand's trademark, owned by Outback Steakhouse, will be used by Michael McDermott, son of Chi-Chi's founder, to launch new restaurants. Chi-Chi's has continued to exist through prepackaged foods, and the new venture aims to offer an updated dining experience while retaining the original flavors.

business1 year ago

Chi-Chi's Set for Revival 20 Years After Closure

Chi-Chi's, a once-popular Mexican restaurant chain that closed in 2004 after a hepatitis A outbreak, is set to make a comeback in 2025. Hormel Foods, which owns the Chi-Chi's trademark, has allowed Michael McDermott, son of the chain's co-founder, to reopen the restaurants. The revival aims to blend nostalgia with modern dining trends, despite challenges like rising food costs and labor shortages. Chi-Chi's branding will continue on packaged foods, while the restaurant's return taps into a trend of reviving nostalgic brands.

health-and-wellness2 years ago

The Hepatitis A Outbreak of 2003: A Catalyst for Food Safety Reform in America

The hepatitis A outbreak at Chi-Chi's in 2003 had a devastating impact, causing illness and death, but it also led to significant changes in America's approach to food safety. The incident highlighted the need for stricter regulations and improved practices in the food industry, ultimately leading to the implementation of new safety measures and increased awareness of the importance of food safety.