Fuddruckers
Fuddruckers is known for grinding meat and baking buns on-site. The founder, Philip J. Romano, believed that "the world needed a better hamburger." Despite the glamorous promise, Fuddruckers took a hit in the 2008 financial crisis. It was announced in September 2020 that existing Fuddruckers assets will be liquidated and distributed to investors.
Luby's
This old-school cafeteria-style restaurant was founded in 1947 in San Antonio, Texas by Bob Luby and his son. The unique cafeteria-style gimmick was extremely popular, but in 2009, Luby's shut down 25 stores and enacted massive staff layoffs. Unfortunately, due to the difficulties of 2020, it's looking like Luby's might have to pull a similar stunt.
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