Is Golden Corral closing all stores?

The brand’s second-largest franchisee just filed for bankruptcy and shuttered over half its locations. One of buffet chain Golden Corral’s biggest franchisees is now closing more than half of its restaurants following a recent bankruptcy filing. …

Is Golden Corral closing down permanently?

Sixteen of the buffet restaurants have been permanently shuttered, according to a statement from the company, while two that were temporarily closed are expected to be reopened. … Golden Corral initially closed all 35 company-operated restaurants in the 490-store chain.

How many Golden Corral locations are there 2021?

There are 393 Golden Corral locations in the United States as of November 14, 2021.

Will Golden Corral ever reopen?

“This has put a toll on finances and we can no longer stay open. This is temporary. Until COVID is gone and restrictions are lifted we do not plan on opening back up.

Is Applebee’s closing?

Applebee’s. … Applebee’s said it would close 15 restaurants during the final quarter of 2020 after having closed 20 stores for good the previous few months. Applebee’s troubles go back years. It closed nearly 100 stores for good in 2017 and dozens more in 2018.

Who owns Golden Corral restaurant?

Applebee’s. … Applebee’s said it would close 15 restaurants during the final quarter of 2020 after having closed 20 stores for good the previous few months. Applebee’s troubles go back years. It closed nearly 100 stores for good in 2017 and dozens more in 2018.

Do you have to wear a mask at Golden Corral?

Golden Corral is now requiring its dine-in guests to wear a mask while they stand in the buffet line. Customers are also required to put on a pair of Golden Corral’s disposable gloves as an added safety precaution as they select their food from the buffet line.

Is there a HomeTown Buffet?

Five locations reopened as “AYCE Marketplaces” in summer 2020. As of January 15, 2021, all Old Country, HomeTown, and Ryan’s Buffet locations have permanently closed, and nearly all have been auctioned off by Auction Nation.

Is Golden Corral open on Easter?

Golden Corral restaurants will be open nationwide on Easter Sunday, April 21, hours vary by location. Guests dining in at Golden Corral on Easter can enjoy a new menu item, slow-smoked sirloin and ham plus more than 150 items on the endless dinner buffet.

How many Golden Corrals are there in the world?

How many Golden Corral locations are there?