Fast food chains have been struggling recently due to declining customers and additional costs from inflation.
That may be good news if you’re trying to stretch your fast-food budget , but it could also be a bummer if your favorite local places close up.
So, which restaurants are shutting down locations across the country? Here are a few you may want to keep your eye on this year in case they disappear.
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1. Boston Market
You may have noticed that your local Boston Market was closed, and you wouldn’t be alone.
The chain has struggled in recent years with legal woes and possible bankruptcy filings, which has led to Boston Markets shutting down across the country. There are fewer than 30 locations open now.
Boston Market also faced legal challenges over unpaid bills. The company’s owner tried to file for bankruptcy twice, but a judge tossed both filings.
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