Tijuana Flats Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Closes 11 Locations

New ownership group Flatheads LLC aims to revitalize the Tex-Mex chain amidst financial restructuring.

Tijuana Flats, a Central Florida-based Tex-Mex restaurant chain, has been acquired by Flatheads LLC and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
The bankruptcy filing and acquisition are part of a strategic review initiated in November 2023 to explore options including a potential sale.
11 Tijuana Flats locations, including three in Tampa Bay, have been closed due to financial performance and market conditions.
Despite the closures, the company plans to support its franchisees and continue operations at its remaining locations.
CEO Joe Christina, who joined the company in November 2022, will continue to lead Tijuana Flats under the new ownership.