Dunkin’, McDonald’s and More Iconic US Restaurants That Closed Stores in 2020
By Cynthia Measom
of GOBankingRates
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Since the pandemic struck in early 2020, the outlook for many restaurants has been bleak, if not devastating. More than 110,000 U.S. restaurants have closed their doors permanently, according to the most recent data from the National Restaurant Association, as reported by CBS News on Dec. 20.
Restaurant models that have seen the most success are those that have been able to pivot and provide safer options, like curbside service, delivery and contactless drive-thru service, which inspire consumer confidence.
Some of the restaurants listed here filed bankruptcy and emerged with hope, while others simply shed underperforming locations in favor of more efficient ones. Still, others sadly shuttered forever.