National Restaurant Chains Come and Go in Denver
Westword • • business
Key Points:
- On The Border Mexican Grill announced the closure of all corporate-owned locations nationwide, including several in the Denver area, following its parent company filing for Chapter 11 and acquisition by Pappas Restaurants.
- This closure adds On The Border to a list of fast-casual chains downsizing in Colorado, joining brands like Red Lobster, TGI Fridays, and Noodles and Company.
- Despite these closures, new restaurant openings continue in the Denver area, including the return of CiCi’s Pizza in Aurora and new establishments like Milly’s Bagels, Denver Cafe and Kava, and Moxie Social.
- Boulder is expanding its sushi offerings with the recent opening of Temaki Joint, alongside other new sushi-focused spots such as Odd Rabbit and Wellness Counter.
- Additional new openings in the region include Orion Hot Pot in Aurora, contributing to the dynamic and evolving local dining scene.