The Failed Tex-Mex Chain That Was Almost As Popular As Chi-Chi's - Tasting Table
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Don Pablo's Grille Mexicana, known for scratch-made tortillas and an open-kitchen concept, rose to popularity after its opening in 1985 in Lubbock, Texas. At its peak, the chain operated around 120 restaurants across various states. Despite its initial success under the Avado Brands umbrella, the company faced challenges in the 2000s, leading to bankruptcy filing in 2017. Ownership changes to Rita Restaurant Corp. and Food Management Partners did not prevent its decline, ultimately resulting in the closing of all operational restaurants.
At the height of its reign, Don Pablo's was operating about 120 restaurants from Ohio to New Jersey and several other states across the country.
From the beginning, Don Pablo's was known for its scratch-made tortillas and an open-kitchen concept, establishing it as a favorite for Tex-Mex cuisine.
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