San Diego-founded Rubio’s Coastal Grill has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed 13 locations in San Diego due to declining in-store traffic, rising costs, and increased minimum wage. The company will continue operating its remaining 86 locations in California, Arizona, and Nevada while undergoing a court-supervised sale process expected to complete in 75 days.
Rubio's Coastal Grill, a California-based fish taco chain, has filed for bankruptcy protection in Delaware, citing the rising cost of doing business in California. The company plans to close 48 locations while keeping 86 open across California, Arizona, and Nevada. Rubio's has over $100 million in debt and previously filed for bankruptcy in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Rubio’s Coastal Grill is closing 48 of its California locations due to rising business costs, including a new $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers. The closures represent nearly one-third of its restaurants, leaving 86 locations operational across California, Nevada, and Arizona. This move follows a trend of other restaurant chains, like Red Lobster and Pizza Hut, also struggling with increased wages and economic pressures.
Rubio's Coastal Grill has closed 48 of its California locations due to the state's new $20-an-hour minimum wage for fast food workers and other financial difficulties. The closures represent over a third of the chain's remaining restaurants, with significant impacts in the Los Angeles and San Diego areas. The chain, known for its fish tacos, has struggled with financial issues since the pandemic and increased competition.
Rubio's Coastal Grill has shut down 48 locations in California, including 24 in Southern California, due to rising business costs. The closures are part of a strategic plan to ensure long-term success, with 86 stores remaining open in California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Rubio's Coastal Grill has closed 48 underperforming restaurants in California, citing the state's new $20 minimum wage and rising operational costs. The chain has struggled with declining sales since 2017, exacerbated by the pandemic and subsequent economic challenges. The closures are part of a strategic plan to position the company for long-term success.
Rubio's Coastal Grill, a San Diego-founded fast casual dining chain, has closed 48 underperforming locations in California, including 13 in San Diego County, due to rising business costs and financial difficulties. The closures are part of a strategic plan to ensure long-term success.
Rubio's Coastal Grill has abruptly closed 13 locations in San Diego County and 35 other underperforming stores across California, citing rising business costs. The closures, part of a strategic long-term plan, have surprised workers and customers, leading to pushback on social media. The chain, known for its fish tacos, will continue to operate 86 stores.
Rubio's Coastal Grill has closed over a dozen locations in San Diego County and 35 other underperforming stores across California due to rising business costs, leaving 86 stores open. The closures have surprised workers and customers, drawing pushback on social media.
In celebration of National Burrito Day, several Mexican chain restaurants in California are offering limited-time deals. Chipotle is giving away 20,000 burritos through Grubhub and 10,000 free burritos throughout the day. Taco Bell is offering a free Grilled Cheese burrito with a minimum $20 purchase. Rubio's Coastal Grill is offering a burrito for $7.99, and El Pollo Loco rewards members can enjoy a buy one, get one free burrito deal. Delivery fees are also waived for El Pollo Loco app or website purchases.