Major Restaurant Chain Abruptly Closes All Remaining MA Locations

A prominent chain that's faced rocky times in recent years has closed all its remaining restaurants in the state, according to reports.

By Chris Rhatigan , Patch Staff

Jun 26, 2026 9:41 am EDT

Hooters has closed its last three restaurants in the state, according to reports. Locations in Dedham, Saugus, and West Springfield have all closed.

The company said that one of its long-time franchisees in Massachusetts has shuttered its restaurants as part of an effort to "focus, revitalize and strengthen the original Hooters brand across America,” Boston.com reported.

A sign outside the Dedham restaurant reads: "After much deliberation, we've made the difficult decision to close this location. We are incredibly grateful for the many years of great times, cold beer, hot wings and unforgettable memories shared here," according to WCVB 5-ABC.

Restaurants in Saugus and West Springfield have similar messages posted.

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Last month, Hooters announced it would shutter its Shrewsbury location.

The casual restaurant chain with an all-female waitstaff started in Florida in 1983. It's known for its chicken wings with a menu that also includes burgers, sandwiches, steaks, seafood, and appetizers.

Hooters still has 420 restaurants across 29 countries, according to its website.

The company's closure of its Massachusetts restaurants comes after Hooters filed for bankruptcy in 2025. Dozens of locations across the country also closed in 2024.

In March, the chain shuttered its last remaining location in Connecticut.