Burger Wars of the 80s: Why Burger Chains Are Closing Underperforming Locations
ByAinvest
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 1:23 am ET1min read
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Several burger chains are closing underperforming locations as they review their restaurant operations. Hardee's closed 8 locations between August and December 2025, while Wendy's announced plans to close 300 locations in Q4 2025 and 2026. Burger King closed 4 US locations in 2025 and 6 in 2024, and McDonald's plans to close some older, underperforming locations this year. Whataburger is also closing 8 restaurant locations in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee.
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