These Popular Fast-Food Chains May Be Closing Their Doors for Good

Why? Well, despite its slogan, Sbarro just doesn't taste "fresh" to customers. Hundreds of unprofitable stores around the country have shuttered, including its flagship location in New York. By 2016, Sbarro had closed over half their stores.

Hometown Buffet

Hometown Buffet is owned by Ovation Brands, previously known as Buffets, Inc.—and for good reason! The company also owns Old Country Buffet and Ryan's Buffet. In 2008, Hometown Buffet filed for bankruptcy, and by 2019, they had downsized from 250 stores to only 33.

Kona Grill

This upscale casual dining company is based in Scottsdale, Arizona. The restaurant specializes in American cuisine, sushi, and cocktails. In the spring of 2019, Kona Grill filed for bankruptcy, simultaneously announcing that the CEO was thinking about leaving the company.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.