Restaurant Industry Sees Closures and New Openings

Recent closures and openings in the restaurant industry have been prominent across various regions. TGI Fridays in Fairview Heights has closed after 28 years amid the company's Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings, which have led to the closure of 30 locations nationwide. Similarly, The Ice House Sports Bar in Fairhaven has shut down, directing patrons to its sister restaurant for redemptions. In Syracuse, the Modern Malt diner has closed due to industry changes, though its brunch service continues at a nearby location. Meanwhile, Alebrijes Cafe & Sweets has opened in Haddonfield, offering a range of Mexican dishes after taking over from The Cookie Basket. Indianapolis has seen a mix of closures and new openings, including the reopening of a homestyle chicken eatery and the launch of a new Filipino restaurant.