Bennigan’s was founded in 1976 in Virginia by Norman Brinker. The company is an Irish-pub type restaurant that features casual dining, American cuisine, and a full bar.
The company grew significantly in the 1980’s, with more than 150 corporate owned locations, 103 franchises, and some locations overseas. However, failure of the company to change and adapt to changing consumer tastes in food lead to serious problems for the chain. In 2008, the company filed for bankruptcy. All New York and New England locations were closed immediately, as well as the 150 corporate locations.
Bennigan’s was sold and restructured in 2010. Today, the company has 23 locations in 11 states, 39 locations globally. The new owners, Legendary Restaurant Brands, LLC, have plans to rebuild the chain through remodeling and improved marketing.
Bennigan'sBennigan’s was founded in 1976 in Virginia by Norman Brinker. The company is an Irish-pub type restaurant that features casual dining, American cuisine, and a full bar.
The company grew significantly in the 1980’s, with more than 150 corporate owned locations, 103 franchises, and some locations overseas. However, failure of the company to change and adapt to changing consumer tastes in food lead to serious problems for the chain. In 2008, the company filed for bankruptcy. All New York and New England locations were closed immediately, as well as the 150 corporate locations.
Bennigan’s was sold and restructured in 2010. Today, the company has 23 locations in 11 states, 39 locations globally. The new owners, Legendary Restaurant Brands, LLC, have plans to rebuild the chain through remodeling and improved marketing.