Rubio’s Coastal Grill Shutters 48 California Locations Amid Rising Costs

The San Diego-based chain cites increased business expenses and a new $20 minimum wage law as key factors in its decision.

Rubio’s Coastal Grill has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in four years.
The company closed 48 underperforming locations, including 13 in San Diego and 24 in Los Angeles.
Rubio’s will continue to operate 86 restaurants across California, Arizona, and Nevada.
The closures follow California's recent implementation of a $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers.
Rubio’s originally opened in 1983 and is known for its Baja-style fish tacos.