Despite news of multiple closures, Whataburger kicked off a nationwide holiday promotion — 12 Days of Whatacheer— and announced plans to expand.
The Texas-based burger chain shared bad news for Southern diners this week that has some wondering if it is struggling in an economy that left dozens of long-standing restaurants in bankruptcy this year.
Earlier this week, Whataburger announced that four middle Tennessee, two North Georgia, and two Alabama locations will permanently close at 11:59 PM on December 15…