At its height, the company operated 24 locations across Texas, North Carolina, and Oklahoma. However, by the time of its bankruptcy filing, the number had dropped to 20 locations, with four underperforming stores closed in 2024 and 2025, according to court records.
As of Friday, October 3, it remains unclear whether additional closures are planned.
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The Razzoo’s bankruptcy reflects broader challenges in the casual dining industry, as restaurant chains grapple with inflationary pressures, rising labor costs, and a consumer shift toward takeout and convenience dining.
The chain’s filing follows a string of similar Chapter 11 cases among well-known brands:
- Bravo Brio Restaurant Group, owner of Brio Italian Grille and Bravo Italian Kitchen, filed for its second bankruptcy in five years this past August.
- In September, Opa! Authentic Greek Cuisine sought bankruptcy protection with plans to liquidate its remaining assets in California, citing between $100,000 and $500,000 in liabilities.
- Even outside the restaurant industry, Del Monte Foods, a 138-year-old canned food company, filed for Chapter 11 as a “strategic move” to restructure operations and remain competitive in grocery stores.
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Changing Consumer Tastes and Rising Competition
Industry analysts suggest that mid-tier dining chains like Razzoo’s have faced mounting pressure as diners favor fast-casual options and delivery-based services. According to Parsons, they faced “heavy competition among casual dining chains” and struggled to meet profitability forecasts even after cost-cutting measures and menu updates.
