A restaurant chain has closed all its locations in one of its largest markets, shrinking its footprint to a single remaining restaurant after a rapid contraction over the past year.
Known for its nostalgic take on American comfort food made with locally sourced ingredients, the fast-casual brand built a loyal following with menu favorites such as flat-pressed “Crustburgers,” fried chicken sandwiches, buttermilk biscuits, and handmade milkshakes.
Joyland was created by Sean Brock, a chef who won the James Beard Award for Best Chef, Southeast, and is a four-time finalist for Outstanding Chef, as well as a three-time finalist for Rising Star Chef…