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Red Lobster Faces Potential Closure of 129 More Locations

The seafood chain's bankruptcy filing reveals plans to shut down additional restaurants as it struggles with financial woes.

The exterior of a Red Lobster restaurant on May 20, 2024 in Austin, Texas. Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after a failed lease-back agreement and "endless shrimp" promotion backfired against company revenue.
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Red Lobster, a seafood chain, announced the Corpus Christi location will most likely close.
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Overview

  • Red Lobster has already closed 99 locations across 28 states in May.
  • The chain has identified 228 leases it plans to reject, putting 129 more locations at risk.
  • High debt, reduced customer traffic, and failed promotions have exacerbated financial challenges.
  • The company aims to renegotiate leases to avoid further closures and stabilize its operations.
  • Iconic locations, including the Times Square restaurant, are among those potentially closing.