Chain restaurants are closing hundreds of locations across the US in 2026. See the list.

Source: Business Insider

The signage for Wendy's restaurant is shown in Brampton, Ontario, on August 22, 2025. (Photo by Mike Campbell/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Mike Campbell/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesSeveral restaurant chains have revealed plans to close locations in 2026. Wendy's will close up to 350 US restaurants in the first six months of the year.