Chi-Chi's Restaurant Chain Making a Comeback
Chi-Chi's, a beloved Mexican restaurant chain that closed in 2004 due to a hepatitis A outbreak, is making a comeback in 2025 under new ownership. The son of one of the original founders will be reopening the chain with the first two stores set to open in Minnesota.
Key Points
- Chi-Chi's to reopen in 2025 under new ownership
- First two stores to open in Minnesota
- Chain closed in 2004 due to hepatitis A outbreak
- Son of original founder leading the revival
Pros
- Revival of a beloved restaurant chain
- Preserving the legacy of the original founders
Cons
- Association with a deadly hepatitis A outbreak in the past