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Major Wendy’s operator seeks Chapter 11 protection

Meritage Hospitality has already closed dozens of restaurants
Meritage Hospitality Group, a major Wendy’s franchisee, is now in bankruptcy court. (CoStar)
Meritage Hospitality Group, a major Wendy’s franchisee, is now in bankruptcy court. (CoStar)
CoStar News
September 18, 2026 | 9:53 P.M.

One of Wendy’s largest U.S. franchisees has filed for Chapter 11 after already closing roughly 60 restaurants amid the fast-food chain’s struggles.

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