True Food Kitchen Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 5, 2026 — True Food Kitchen has filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the Southern District of Texas. Despite the filing, the company continues to operate 34 restaurants across 14 states.
Key Highlights:
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Bankruptcy Filing: True Food Kitchen aims to restructure and strengthen its financial footing while optimizing its restaurant footprint and cost structure.
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CEO Statement: Jeff Chandler emphasized the brand’s unique position in wellness-driven dining and expressed confidence that the restructuring process would help build a stronger future for the company.
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Operations: The company has closed 12 restaurants as part of its restructuring, with the remaining locations open for business.
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Support for Employees: Chandler acknowledged the difficulty of the decisions affecting team members and assured a commitment to provide resources and support for those impacted.
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Financing: True Food Kitchen has secured approximately $20 million in debtor-in-possession financing to support operations through the bankruptcy and sale processes.
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Court Approvals: The company will seek Court approval for continued operations, including maintaining employee wages and working with business partners.
About True Food Kitchen
Founded in 2008, True Food Kitchen is known for its wellness-driven dining philosophy, offering nutrient-dense food made with real ingredients. It operates 34 locations across the U.S.
Additional Information
For more details on the Chapter 11 process, information is available at Stretto Case Info.
Media Contact:
Teneo
Email: TrueFoodKitchen@teneo.com
For the original press release, visit: PR Newswire.
