Is Chili’s going out of business?
Recent internet rumors have certainly hinted at the possibility, leaving fans befuddled.
Now, the chain has spoken out to set the record straight.
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The rumors appear to have originated from astorypublished on May 9 by a blog calledTaste of Country.
The article was subsequently republished on several other media sites, such asKXRBandKIXS.
“CHILI’S IS SHUTTING DOWN!!!!!
Chili’s Grill & Bar / Facebook
I AM NOT OKAY!!!!!!!!!
!,” one customerpostedon X last week.
Luckily, the rumors seem to be unfounded.
Chili’s Grill & Bar
This indicates that a net total of 10 locations have closed in the past year.
“Being an industry leader with 1,500 restaurants, we regularly review the performance of our restaurants.
At times, like all leading national restaurant chains, we make a tough decision to close one.
That is not a negative indicator of our overall brand health,” the Chili’s spokesperson said.
