https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/58-year-old-casual-restaurant-chain-shut-down-163-locationsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/58-year-old-casual-restaurant-chain-shut-down-163-locationshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/58-year-old-casual-restaurant-chain-shut-down-163-locations#u53195Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:45:08 +0000Red Lobster is shutting down 163 restaurants across its casual dining chain. The closures include multiple sites in Alabama, where only six locations will remain in the state. In Huntsville, the local restaurant is scheduled to close in September. These moves are part of a broader list of locations marked for closure throughout 2026.Why it mattersThe chain has operated for 58 years. These widespread closures indicate a significant reduction in the company's physical footprint.What is confirmedA 58-year-old casual restaurant chain closed 163 locations.Red Lobster is closing restaurants as