Columbus Hooter's Closing for Good this Weekend
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Hooters confirms it will permanently close its longtime Columbus restaurant this weekend.
The chain, a staple of Adams Farm Drive within the Columbus Park Crossing shopping center, will cease all operations following its final shift on Sunday.
For years, the location has been a go-to spot for fans of the brand’s signature chicken wings and the iconic uniform of orange shorts. However, the chain says the closure is part of a broader corporate realignment strategy as the company navigates a shift toward an all-franchise model following its Chapter 11 filing.
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