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ChicA Mexican series restaurantHas reopened its first place since the filing Insolvency And more than 20 years ago, its doors were closed.
Chi-Chi opened its new place in St. Louis Park, Minnesota on Monday. The return was highly anticipated, with Reservation The opening day was fully booked till Monday morning. According to one, the brand was resumed under the leadership of Michael McDermot, son of Chen’s co-founder, Marno McDermot Press release,
McDermot said in a statement, “Chiyi is stronger than ever.” “We are bringing back food, energy, and fun that people love, now with a fresh twist for a whole new generation.”
The series established in 1975, originally nationwide, was opened more than 200 places and was widely known for its deep fried ice cream. Now, its new menu consists of Chi-Chi’s original chimichhangus, Quisabiria Tacos and Seafood Enchchilladas. Other menu highlights include Manchego Burgers, Mool Nachos Grande and El Baro Con Queso.
New place will open your doors at 11 am per day
Chi-Chi filed for bankruptcy in 2003 and closed its final place in 2004. During the time when a chain filed for bankruptcy, a pencilvania chi-chi was attached to the outbreak of a Hepatitis A who killed four people and became more than 600 ill, associated Press Report.
The company said in a statement that the return of the brand was “handed hands with its fans”. More than 2,000 people have invested $ 2.3 million through a restaurant campaign StartengineA platform that allows people to invest in startups and early stage companies. The campaign is still contributing and will be closed on 1 November.
The series plans to open a second place in Minnesota, and its franchise model will allow further expansion according to the brand’s Starting page.
It was also made possible to reopen from the 2024 agreement with Hormal Foods, owner of Chi-Ci trademark. The deal allows McDermot to use the brand name at the new restaurant.
McDermot said, “I still have memories of growing up in the restaurant of Chi-Chi, which my father made throughout his time, creates passion and determination to pursue my career in the restaurant industry.” statement At the end of last year, when the deal was first announced.
Social media users have praised the reopening of the restaurant.
A user commented, “Can’t wait !! I loved Chi Chi and when they were closed, he was heartbroken,” a user commented FacebookUnder a local news report about re -opening.
“If I remember correctly, he had a seafood Nachilada which was absolutely tasty,” wrote another user. “And deeply fried ice cream.”
Independent Has contacted Chi-Chi for comment.