Buca di Beppo, known for its northern and southern Italian cuisine specialties served family-style, announced it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy .
The company said they aim to optimize operations while enhancing dining experiences, and they plan to restructure and “ensure a seamless transition and position the brand for future success,” according to a news release.
All locations in Michigan have shut down permanently, along with other locations.
Are Buca di Beppo locations in Ohio closing? Here’s what to know.
Are Buca di Beppo Ohio locations shutting down?
As of now, Buca di Beppo locations in Ohio are still open.
There are four Buca di Beppo locations in Ohio.
- Columbus: 343 N. Front St.
- Norwood: 2635 Edmondson Road
- Strongsville: 16677 Southpark Center
- Worthington: 60 E. Wilson Bridge Road
The Worthington location remains open, though it is likely to close by April 2026, according to reporting by WCMH NBC 4 . There is also a Buca di Beppo near Louisville, Kentucky, and two in the Indianapolis area. You can find a Buca di Beppo location near you on their website h ere .
Will Buca di Beppo restaurants in Ohio remain in operation?
Buca di Beppo's remaining restaurants will operate as usual and that all gift cards, reservations and promotional services remain active and redeemable.
Who owns Buca di Beppo?
Buca di Beppo was founded in 1993 in Minneapolis. According to its website, Buca di Beppo is a brand under the Florida-based Earl Enterprises portfolio of restaurants, which includes Chicken Guy, Bravo Italian Kitchen and Planet Hollywood.
What does Buca di Beppo mean?
Buca di Beppo roughly translates to “Joe’s Basement," according to the FAQ page of the restaurant's website. The first location opened in the basement of a downtown Minneapolis apartment building.
Susan Selasky contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Buca di Beppo files for bankruptcy. What does it mean for the Ohio locations? What we know
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