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Salad and Go Shuts Down 41 Texas Locations Amid Restructuring

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Salad and Go will close 41 locations in Texas, including all stores in Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, starting September 19.
These closures account for over a quarter of the chain's total locations and two-thirds of its Texas outlets.
CEO Mike Tattersfield aims to strengthen the brand by focusing on the Dallas Metro area and Oklahoma.
Despite rapid expansion to 146 locations by 2024, rising costs have affected operations.
The chain will continue to operate in Phoenix, Tucson, and Las Vegas.

History

Historical Context

The 2008 financial crisis resulted in over 800,000 U.S. business closures, significantly impacting the restaurant industry. Salad and Go's recent closure of 41 Texas locations echoes these challenges, as CEO Mike Tattersfield cites rising operational costs. This strategy of concentrating resources in profitable areas reflects historical corporate responses to economic downturns, highlighting the ongoing volatility in the restaurant sector.

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Story summary

Salad and Go will close 41 locations in Texas, including all stores in Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, starting September 19.
These closures account for over a quarter of the chain's total locations and two-thirds of its Texas outlets.
CEO Mike Tattersfield aims to strengthen the brand by focusing on the Dallas Metro area and Oklahoma.
Despite rapid expansion to 146 locations by 2024, rising costs have affected operations.
The chain will continue to operate in Phoenix, Tucson, and Las Vegas.

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