801 Chophouse Owner Files for Bankruptcy Amid Steakhouse Closures

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The parent company of the 801 Chophouse steakhouse chain, 801 Restaurant Group, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in an effort to restructure its roughly $18.7 million in debt. While the bankruptcy filing allows the company to continue operating its eight 801 Chophouse locations across the Midwest and East Coast, it raises questions about potential future closures as the restructuring process unfolds.

Why it matters

The 801 Chophouse brand has been a fixture in several major cities for decades, known for its high-end steaks and upscale dining experience. The bankruptcy filing reflects broader challenges facing the restaurant industry, especially for premium steakhouse chains, as they navigate rising costs, changing consumer preferences, and the lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The details

801 Restaurant Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on April 10 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Kansas. The company cited a need to restructure its debt, which totals around $18.7 million according to bankruptcy documents. While 801 Chophouse locations remain open for now, the bankruptcy process will force the company to negotiate with lenders and creditors on a long-term financial plan that could potentially involve closing some locations to reduce costs.

• 801 Restaurant Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on April 10, 2026.
• The 801 on Nicollet concept restaurant closed abruptly five months after opening, prior to the bankruptcy filing.

What’s next

As 801 Restaurant Group navigates the bankruptcy process, it will have to determine which, if any, of its 801 Chophouse locations will need to be closed in order to reduce debt and return the company to financial stability.