Here’s what’s known about Smokey Bones closures up to now:
- Fat Brands, the parent company, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in early 2026, triggering planned closures of Smokey Bones locations as part of a broader restructuring. The reported scope included at least six Smokey Bones sites being shut down in 2026, with a total of around 30 locations affected across several states.[1]
- Later coverage in January 2026 and related outlets indicated ongoing closures and potential further cuts, with estimates of dozens of Smokey Bones locations impacted or eliminated as Twin Hospitality (the brand’s newer management) continued portfolio optimization.[3][5]
If you want, I can narrow this to the latest confirmed closures in Poland-friendly terms (e.g., whether any Smokey Bones locations operate or close in Europe) or focus on a specific U.S. region you care about, and I can compile a concise timeline of closures and conversions with sources.
Sources
Smokey Bones, the restaurant and bar chain, is closing several locations in the United States. FAT Brands Inc., which acquired Smokey Bones in 2023, plans to change its business model. Some Smokey…
economictimes.indiatimes.comSmokey Bones, the well-known BBQ chain, is shutting down multiple locations as part of a restructuring and leadership change.
www.primetimer.comWhy Smokey Bones closing more restaurants: underperforming stores, new leadership, and conversions to Twin Peaks sports bars explained.
inews.zoombangla.comSmokey Bones, a barbecue restaurant chain, will close at least six locations this year after its parent company, Fat Brands, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The closures will impact restaurants in Florida, Illinois, Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania, with a total of 30 Smokey Bones locations set to close as Fat Brands restructures.
nationaltoday.comParent company may file Chapter 11 as closures mount.
www.thestreet.comThe move comes as the company seeks to remove 'underperforming' restaurants.
www.today.comMore than 100 locations have closed, and the chain could shut down entirely amid Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
www.thestreet.comSay it isn't so.
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