The fast-casual burger franchise Burger Detour, founded by local entrepreneur Chad McMahon, closed both of its Omaha locations on Aug. 4, 2025. The first restaurant launched on Feb 5, 2024, at 180th and West Maple, followed by a second on Aug. 5, 2024, at 203rd and Pacific. The chain announced the closures on July 29, 2025.
The company cited rising costs and a challenging environment for small businesses.
“We found ourselves unable to keep up with the rising costs and the challenges facing small businesses today,” Burger Detour’s final Facebook post said…