TEXAS — Restaurant doors open every day across Texas, but for some owners, keeping those doors open has become an increasingly difficult challenge.
A midyear report from RestaurantData shows 1,039 restaurant closures across Texas during the first half of 2026, the highest number of closures in the nation.
At Renny’s Bar and Grill in Dallas, owner Mark Maguire is a familiar presence, laughing with customers, checking in on tables and making sure guests feel at home…