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17-year-old Mexican restaurant chain closes all locations:

The restaurant chain in question is Gringos Locos, a Mexican restaurant chain founded about 17 years ago.

                                                                           

According to recent reports, Gringos Locos has permanently closed all of its remaining locations. The company has not publicly provided a detailed explanation for the shutdown, leaving the exact reason unclear.

The closures come amid broader challenges facing Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurant chains, including:

• Rising food, labor, and operating costs.

• Softer consumer spending on dining out.

• Increased competition in the fast-casual restaurant market.

• Financial struggles that have affected several restaurant brands in recent years.

                                                                      

The report also notes that other Mexican restaurant chains have faced significant difficulties recently, including bankruptcies, restructurings, or widespread closures, highlighting ongoing pressure across the sector.

Restaurant chain brings authentic Thai food to Kingston with new menu:

                                                                            

A review of the new menu at Giggling Squid highlights the Thai restaurant chain's focus on authentic flavors inspired by Thailand, while introducing 16 new dishes across its restaurants.

                                                                             

Some of the standout dishes include:

                                                                              

Khao Mok Moo – Thai-style turmeric rice with slow-cooked pork, recommended by founder Pranee Laurillard as a signature dish.

Khao Mok Pla – A fish version of the same fragrant rice dish.

New starters, curries, and stir-fries designed to reflect regional Thai cooking.

                                                                             

A redesigned, photo-led menu that makes it easier for diners to explore unfamiliar dishes.

Allergy-friendly menu tools to help guests identify suitable options.

                                                                                             

The reviewer praised the food for its authentic Thai flavors, generous portions, and friendly service, noting that the updated menu aims to appeal to both regular customers and first-time visitors

Trendy Indian restaurant chain plans to open in Northlake:

A fast-growing Indian restaurant chain, Hashtag India, is planning to expand into Northlake, Texas, with a new restaurant at the corner of FM 407 and Cleveland-Gibbs Road. The company has

                                                                         

 submitted plans to the state for a 3,000-square-foot location.

The new restaurant would become Hashtag India's eighth Texas location. The chain already operates restaurants in cities including Irving, Aubrey, and McKinney, along with locations in several other states such as California, Nevada, Maryland, Virginia

North Carolina, and Georgia.

Hashtag India is known for a menu featuring:                    

• Mandis

• Biryanis

• Indo-Chinese dishes                                                                  

• Indian street food favorites

• Royal curries

• Breakfast and dessert offerings 
  

                                                                             

             

According to the state filing, construction is expected to begin in December 2026, with the restaurant projected to be completed by December 2027, assuming the project proceeds as planned.