Hormel Foods recently announced a new deal with Michael McDermott, son of the brand's founder, allowing the return of the Chi-Chi's restaurants after almost 20 years.
From its inception in 1975 to the early 2000s, Chi-Chi's operated over 200 locations but faced severe competition and a devastating hepatitis A outbreak that ended its legacy.
The brand's decline was compounded by increasing competition from fast casual chains like Chipotle and Moe's Southwest Grill, ultimately leading to Chi-Chi's bankruptcy.
Despite its closure, Chi-Chi's branding has remained alive on packaged foods, reflecting a potential market for a nostalgic revival of the restaurant chain.
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