'On The Border Mexican-Grill & Cantina' appears to close several ...
The Tex-Mex casual dining brand, On The Border-Mexican Grill & Cantina, appears to have quietly closed most of its Arizona locations.
www.abc15.comHere’s the latest high-level update on On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina based on recent reporting:
- Financial restructuring and bankruptcy filings: The chain filed for Chapter 11 protection in early 2025 as it faced rising costs and softer patronage. This move was part of a broader wave of restaurant bankruptcies at the time.
- Ownership and potential changes: Following the bankruptcy filing, there were reports that a competitor, Pappas Restaurants, bid to acquire the brand as part of the restructuring process. This suggested possible changes in ownership and strategic direction for On The Border.
- Route of closures in some markets: Reports in early 2025 indicated that several locations—particularly in Arizona—shut down or were permanently closed, signaling a downsizing phase during the bankruptcy process.
- Brand footprint and history: On The Border has a legacy as a Tex-Mex casual-dining chain with hundreds of restaurants historically; by 2025 it operated in multiple markets and internationally, before the noted closures and financial challenges intensified.
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