Sadly, a GOLDEN Corral location has closed its doors after three decades of operation.
The branch in Chesapeake, Virginia, closed for the last time after a disagreement between the owner and the chain.
This location of the famous all-you-can-eat buffet chain was in the Volvo Parkway Shopping Center.
A spokesperson for the network confirmed the branch’s permanent closure in April, according to a CBS affiliate WTKR.
They explained that the Golden Corral franchisee who operated this location, BOTH Inc., was unable to reach an agreement with the owner.
The chain thanked customers and encouraged people to visit other nearby locations.
“We appreciate the support of the local community over the years and would welcome the opportunity to serve our Chesapeake guests at our other Tidewater restaurants in Virginia Beach, Newport News and Williamsburg,” the spokesperson said.
They confirmed that all employees received severance pay upon leaving.
The spokesperson also added that some of the affected managers were transferred to work in other local branches.
Fans shared their sad thoughts about the news on Facebook publish.
“Awww this is son’s favorite buffet restaurant,” one person wrote.
“He will certainly be missed.”
“I thought the food and service were excellent,” said another commenter.
“We lost ours in Elizabeth City a few years ago.
“My favorite place to eat. I would like to come back”
One customer even shared which food they would miss the most.
Restaurant Closings in 2024
BOSSes of major restaurant chains have announced a series of restaurant closures. The US Sun has compiled a list of those affected by the network.
- Biscuit Barrel: Stores in Medford, Oregon, Columbia, South Carolina and Sacramento, California, closed.
- Mod Pizza: Bosses drastically closed 27 stores, including in the state of California.
- Frisch’s Big Boy: Restaurant bosses have confirmed the closure of a restaurant in Covington, Kentucky.
- Two dolars: Four restaurants in Ohio are set to close.
- Pepper: A restaurant in Port Arthur, Texas, has closed permanently.
- Friendly: Bosses have confirmed that an establishment in Ronkonkoma, Long Island, will close.
- Pizza Hut: A restaurant in Glen Falls, New York, closed at the end of March.
- Danny: Two restaurants in Boise and Nampa, Idaho, have closed.
- Carl’s Jr.: The first location in Boise, Idaho, has closed.
“Your rolls were absolutely the best!!” they said.
BYE BYE
Golden Corral wasn’t the only big-name chain to close a location this year, The US Sun previously reported.
Red Lobster has closed 17 locations in Florida alone.
The seafood favorite has faced financial troubles in recent months.
The US Sun has reached out to Golden Corral for comment.
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