Matt Alberding Lincoln Journal Star
The franchisee who owns all of Lincoln Burger King’s restaurants as well as others in Southeast Nebraska has filed for bankruptcy protection.
Meridian Restaurants Unlimited, based in Ogden, Utah, filed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Utah on March 2.
Chapter 11 is a form of bankruptcy that allows a company to reorganize its debt and continue in business.
In a statement, James Winder, managing partner and lead restructuring director for Meridian, said the company has been meeting with its creditors and Burger King officials for some time, and “a financial restructuring is the natural next step as we take the company from surviving the pandemic to thriving in a post-pandemic environment.” epidemic.”
But the company also said it does not plan to close any locations or reduce its workforce.
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The company, which owns nine Burger King locations in Lincoln, as well as locations in Beatrice, Hastings and York, said in court filings that it had “suffered significantly from the loss of foot traffic, resulting in lower revenue without a commensurate decrease in rent liabilities, debt service liabilities and liabilities.” the other.” It also said it has seen a 33% increase in wages over the past few years and a 22% increase in the cost of supplies.
Meridian said in the filing that its original founder had acquired several Burger King restaurants with below-average sales, hoping to improve its results. Instead, according to court documents, those stores’ smaller profit margins made them more sensitive to recent increases in labor and other costs. The company said some of its restaurants are operating at a loss and have done so for several years.
Meridian acquired Nebraska Burger Kings and several businesses in Kansas in 2018 from Horizon Holdings. The company owns a total of 119 Burger King restaurants in 10 states.
A Meridian affiliate’s Lincoln location made national news in 2021 after several employees quit at once and the checkmark was changed to read, “We’re all quitting. Sorry for the inconvenience.”
Employees who spoke to the Journal Star at the time said they were forced to work under difficult conditions, including working in the restaurant with a broken air conditioner during the summer that Meridian failed to fix for two weeks.
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Most wanted restaurants in lincoln
BF Chang China Bistro
PF Chang’s offers an Asian fusion approach to Chinese-American food, serving dumplings, appetizers, crab dishes, and things like that. Readers have asked over and over which restaurant is coming to Capitol City.
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Waffle house
There are 1,500 Waffle Houses spread across 25 states, as far west as Arizona and as far north as Illinois, but the chain is still deeply rooted in the South and retains a distinct blue-collar aura. Our readers think the Waffle House would be at home in Lincoln, too.
Rick Field
Cheesecake Factory
By far the most requested restaurant, The Cheesecake Factory is known for its massive dessert menu and large and varied appetizer menu. While the locations are mostly located in larger areas, the exclusivity didn’t stop the Lincolns from wanting the restaurant to come to their hometown.
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Giordano’s pizza
While it may be coming to Omaha soon, Journal Star readers have repeatedly requested that Giordano’s Chicago-style pizza be served in Lincoln, too.
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In-N-Out Burger
A West Coast burger phenomenon, In-N-Out has garnered national attention online for its not-so-secret menu and commitment to freshness. Even former California governor and occasional action star Arnold Schwarzenegger is a fan.
Stefan Savoia
Portillo
Portillo is a Midwestern chain that offers 50 locations Chicago style hot dog, Italian beef, burgers, salads and chocolate cake.
Portillo’s Facebook page
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
After opening a Boston location in 1978, Uno Pizzeria’s Chicago-style pizza has been seen far outside the Windy City. The chain has more than 140 locations in 24 states, as well as 160 Uno Express locations and fast-food restaurants serving thick-crust pizza, sandwiches, salads, and more. Many Lincolns wait when they’ll be able to get a taste of Chicago closer to home.
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whataburger
What’s In-N-Out on the West Coast, Whataburger is Texas. Fans are obsessed and Whataburger cares about them. Here, Whataguy serves a cake to Whataburger super-lovers Karl and Carol Hoepfner, who have been trying to visit every location of the restaurant.
George Gongora
Go Crab Shack
Lincoln-goers want more seafood options and Joe’s Crab Shack might just be the answer with a menu full of various crabs and other New England favorites.
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white castle
A burger spot with a true cult following, White Castle’s famous sliders are some of the most popular sandwiches on the market today. Inspirational films, pop culture, and more, many readers want to see White Castle set up shop locally.
Jay Labrett
California Pizza Kitchen
The creator of the ubiquitous roast chicken pizza, California Pizza Kitchen has steadily become a recognized brand far beyond the West Coast. While some of the company’s products can be found in the grocery store’s freezer aisle, Lincoln pioneers still demand that one of the company’s restaurants be opened locally.
Paul Skuma
Bojangles Famous Chicken Biscuits
Boasting more than 600 restaurants, Bojangles is a leading supplier of fried chicken, biscuits, and Southern sides. However, the chain is only in 11 states, mostly in the Deep South, with a few international locations. Still, that didn’t stop Lincoln readers from craving the company’s chicken, signature French fries, and Poe sauce.
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A & W
A classic burger joint famous for its root beer, A&W has expanded steadily in the past few years. If a location can be opened in Germany, as described above, where is Lincoln located?
Herman J
Tasty Inn
While the iconic restaurant closed its doors in Lincoln in 2014, many of our readers want another taste of Tastee Inn.
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hardee’s
Known for their often controversial commercials as Burgers, Hardee’s or Carl’s Jr. in some areas, it was a restaurant frequently requested by local diners. Frisco Melt, shown above, may be one reason for this.
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Taco Cabana
Similar to Mexican fast food like Qdoba and Chipotle, Taco Cabana focuses on freshness and handcrafted dishes that have been satisfying fans for years.
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Big Mama and Papa pizza
You can’t buy better publicity than receiving free Big Mama’s and Papa’s Pizzeria. When the restaurant delivered its pizza to the Oscars in 2014, it became a viral phenomenon and the owners expressed interest in expanding. Some of Lincoln’s pioneers seem interested in trying the pizzas that were served to the stars.
John Shearer
Bennigan
Even though the restaurant filed for bankruptcy in 2008, Lincolnites still want to see Bennigan’s Restaurant in Capitol City. Unfortunately, this may not be in the cards.
Paul Sancia
Jack in the box
Famous for its varied menu including all-day breakfast, Lincoln patrons love seeing Jack in the Box come to town.
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Jamba juice
Jamba Juice offers freshly blended fruit juices on the go, made-to-order bowls, fresh juices and drops, boosters and snacks.
Jamba Juice Facebook page
Einstein Bruce Biggles
Presented by Einstein Bros. Bagels for breakfast and lunch. The chain prides itself on having its bakers start at 2am and making bread every four hours to ensure it’s fresh.
The Einstein Bros. Facebook page. Bagels
Texas chicken in the church
Church’s Chicken is known for its fried chicken and biscuits. The chain began in 1952 across the street from the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas.
Church Facebook page
Jason Daily
Jason’s Deli says its food is free of high fructose corn syrup, artificial trans fats and flavors, and MSG-processed dyes. There are 250 deli locations in 28 US states.
Jason Deli’s Facebook page
Beats Coffee
Peets Coffee began in 1966 and features hand-roasted, ethically sourced coffee beans. There are more than 300 coffee shops, most of them in major American cities.
Peets Coffee Facebook page
Dave Websters
Dave & Busters is an American restaurant that serves appetizers, from wings to steaks, as well as beer, wine, and cocktails. The restaurant is known as an entertainment destination for arcade games.
Dave & Busters Facebook page
Shake Shack
Shake Shack has emerged from a hot dog cart in Manhattan’s Madison Square Park, the company says. The restaurant serves Burger, chicken, sausage, frozen Custard, beer, wine and more.
Shake Shack’s Facebook page
Bob Evans
Bob Evans serves breakfast, brunch, brunch, and dinner all day, every day. “A family restaurant dedicated to treating strangers like friends And friends love family,” her Facebook page says. The chain has restaurants in 18 states.
Bob Evans Facebook page
Potbelly sandwich works
“First class dive with delicious sandwiches, very good salads, hand dipped shakes, biscuits baked daily and lots of good vibes,” is how Potbelly Sandwich Works describes itself. Potbelly started in 1996 in Chicago and now has over 250 stores.
Potbelly Sandwich Works Facebook page
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