From Anchorage to Fairbanks, here are the three major restaurant chains closing doors in Alaska this March 2026.
1. Pizza Hut: The “Red Roof” Sunset
As part of the parent company Yum! Brands’ massive “Hut Forward” initiative, approximately 250 underperforming locations are being shuttered nationwide in the first half of 2026. This March marks the peak of these closures for Alaska’s legacy buildings.
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- The Targets: The brand is aggressively moving away from its iconic “Red Roof” buildings that feature large dining rooms and salad bars. In Alaska, where these buildings have been a staple for decades, the focus is shifting to tiny, delivery-only…