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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 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 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 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 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.