Kevin Hart's Hart House Closes All LA Locations

Kevin Hart's vegan fast-food chain, Hart House, has abruptly closed all four of its Los Angeles locations just two years after its launch. The closures were announced via an Instagram post that thanked the team, guests, and community, signaling a 'Hartfelt goodbye for now as we start a new chapter.' While the exact reasons for the closures remain unclear, the chain’s CEO, Andy Hooper, acknowledged the incredible response to their products. Hart House, which aimed to offer affordable plant-based meals, faced financial challenges similar to other fast-food chains, exacerbated by rising labor costs in California. The closures follow other high-profile restaurant shutdowns in the area, including several Shake Shack locations. Despite its promising start and plans for expansion, Hart House struggled to sustain operations amid a tough economic climate for the restaurant industry.