Chipotle

Did you know that between 2015 and 2018, Chipotle Mexican Grill was the reason why over 1,100 of its patrons suffered from food poisoning across the country?

It appears that the staff at this well-known restaurant struggled to follow the food safety procedures, infecting several patrons with the norovirus. You should no longer go to Chipotle restaurants for that reason alone.

Arby's

Despite being one of the most well-known franchises in the United States, just two of its sandwiches scored well in a recent nutrition assessment. According to reports, a third of the whole menu contains trans fats.

The much-loved roast beef sandwich also finds its place on the list. The amount of salt in a serving of mozzarella sticks is 2,530 mg. The sides are no better. You should use your money toward a healthy future and avoid the chain.

Subway

The meat quality and freshness of the salads of Subway have been under scrutiny for quite some time. The company has received flak for the same.

As people started to bend toward a healthy diet, the popularity of Subway went downhill. The management had to shut down 1,000 locations in 2018. Their promises of health and freshness may not be as well-founded as they initially appear.

Domino's

Though Domino's has always been a well-known brand worldwide, nothing could stop it from appearing on a list of the worst fast-food establishments in the United States.

The 12-inch version of its unhealthiest pizza, the Pepperoni Handmade Pan Pizza, will ensure you gain weight since it has 130 grams of fat and 2,420 calories, and it rates low overall in terms of value, food quality, service speed, and cleanliness. Choose the 140-calorie garden salad if you find yourself at a Domino's outlet.

Little Caesars

Little Caesars, a pizza restaurant that exclusively sells takeout, claims to use high-quality ingredients. However, pizza lovers beg to differ. A portion of its unhealthiest dish, the Stuffed Crust Deep, is also included in the poor rankings for freshness and quality.

You will also be surprised to know that Pepperoni Pie has 420 calories, 20 g of fat, 45 mg of cholesterol, 840 mg of salt, and 10 g of saturated fat.

Coffee Cake Muffin from Dunkin' Donuts

Delicious coffee and doughnuts are available at Dunkin' Donuts. You may believe that choosing one of their muffins would be a healthy decision. But most of their muffins have higher fat and sugar content than many donuts they offer.

There are 590 calories, 24 grams of fat, and 370 milligrams of salt in the coffee cake muffin. That makes it the most unhealthy dessert. A startling 900 calories are in each dish of the caramel swirl with cream! Refrain from having coffee beverages, their specialty.

Checkers

Checkers restaurants have been operating since 1986. You may argue that they give a guarantee of quality, but that is far from the truth.

Whether it be the mushy salad in your hamburger or the general lack of flavor, you will undoubtedly be dissatisfied with the quality of your meal, aside from the subpar service.

Quiznos

Craving for a mouth-watering sandwich occasionally is quite natural. Unfortunately, you will not get it at Quiznos. You consume a sub that is not that tasty but costly.

The quality-to-price ratio is far from the best. Several of its eateries have shut down in recent years. It is not an accident.

A&W

The A&W restaurant franchise has been operating since 1919 and is well known for its root beer. There was perhaps a time when their meal was worth the trip. But time and quality have changed.

All you get to eat are a hastily put-together hamburger and strange-tasting greasy fries. The subpar service in unclean eateries is also a drawback.

Taco Bell

While on the move, grabbing a taco might be a good idea. But if you want to buy and eat Tex-Mex food that is healthier for your health and can pamper your taste buds, you should omit Taco Bell from the list.

With poor ratings for food freshness and quality, this establishment has the unfortunate distinction of being the worst fast-food Mexican restaurant in the United States.

El Pollo Loco

If you are a fan of Mexican cuisine, you must have visited El Pollo Loco at least once. But the subpar quality of these establishments fails to attract gastronomes now.

Despite being typically dry, the taste of the meat may not be as per your expectations. When the prices are high, it is natural to expect much better.

KFC

In addition to being jam-packed with herbs and spices, KFC chicken has loads of fats and chemicals.

Although chicken strips are a good source of protein, their high carbohydrate content might not be healthy for you.

Cici's Pizza

When the staff of a restaurant refuses to eat the cuisine it serves, you know something is wrong. The locations obtain low rankings for cleanliness. However, according to the polls, the employees will cater to you pleasantly and efficiently at Cici's Pizza even though they avoid the menu owing to its poor quality.

However, excellent service is hardly a justification for paying for and eating a subpar dish that even the staff will not order.

White Castle

White Castle is the favorite of Harold and Kumar, the comedy duo. However, it might be hard for you to understand why it has become popular.

Why settle for their little, dry buns and tasteless meat when you can have huge, juicy burgers elsewhere? The calories in a White Castle lunch are simply not worth it.

Wienerschnitzel

The low rates are one factor that may make Wienerschnitzel restaurant appear alluring. But things end there.

While the rates are low, you get overdone, burnt-tasting meat delivered in portions much too tiny for the bread. The French fries have a dubious texture.

Sbarro

Poor quality and lack of freshness of their food have pushed the purveyors of New York-style pizza to the bottom of the rankings this year.

Therefore, it may not surprise you that Sbarro began its second bankruptcy process in around three years at the beginning of 2019.

Starbucks

Perhaps Starbucks is not always on your mind when you think of fast food places, but you should consider it.

If you buy a mocha or a hot chocolate, you consume a lot of calories and 300% of the daily suggested maximum quantity of sugar.

Wendy's

After you order just one item from their menu, you would not have to worry about the recommended amount of salt, sugar, saturated fat, and calories for the whole day. Wendy's offers nothing beneficial for your arteries, particularly if you are recovering from a heart condition.

If you still find it repulsive, go back to the popular video from 2018 in which an employee found a mouse among a batch of buns.

Sonic

Sonic offers customers the option to double up their bacon cheeseburger with mayo to produce a meal that will clog your arteries as soon as you look at it. Sonic is seemingly competing with Hardee's to earn the title of the Maker of America's Unhealthiest Burger title.

This double Burger has 1,030 calories, 23 grams of saturated fat, 1,880 mg of sodium, and 12 grams of sugar. If you must, we advise you to ensure that your health insurance is still active.

In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger, a well-known fast food franchise in the Western United States, has a great fan following among affluent Americans. They provide delicious hamburgers and crunchy fries. However, you should think carefully before ordering because In-N-Out Burger has some unhealthy options on the menu.

The IN-N-OUT 4x4 Burger, the most unhealthy item, is available on a secret menu. Your arteries will not thank you if you chew down on this bad boy since it has 1,050 calories and 70 grams of fat. Four cheese slices and four hamburger patties make up this behemoth.

Chicken Bacon Ranch from Subway

Although many of the menu selections at Subway are sensible choices, they also offer several sandwiches that stand nowhere near the healthiest picks. The Subway sandwich with the most calories is the Chicken Bacon Ranch.

This sandwich comes with chicken breast pieces, bacon slices, ranch sauce, and a Monterey cheese mix on Italian bread. Although the 6-inch sub may seem delicious, it has a whopping 610 calories! Not to add, it has 1,340 mg of sodium and 32 g of fat. Not ordering the sandwich, despite Subway trying to woo you, is a good decision.

Dairy Queen

Nothing helps you cool off more than delicious ice cream, especially when the weather is pleasant and warm. Many people associate Dairy Queen with ice cream. However, it is time you change your habit.

You probably have seen the ad where they say that your blizzard must not spill out of the cup when you flip it upside down, or you will get another. Of course, the blizzard never spills out of the cup, but it only demonstrates how greasy and unhealthy it is!

Jack in the Box

When you read the numerous negative reviews about Jack in the Box restaurants on Google, you start to wonder how they manage to remain open.

Gastronomes complain about the mediocre and sometimes cold food, aside from the appalling customer service. According to Customer Reports, 33% of those who have visited a Jack in the Box say they will return.

Del Taco

Del Taco is a popular destination for fans of authentic Mexican cuisine. From nachos to street tacos, this fast food restaurant franchise serves everything. Furthermore, who will not enjoy having a taco with delectable french fries from the menu?

However, think twice before you order the Epic Steak and Potato Burrito. It has the highest number of calories and fat compared to any other item on the menu. The burrito comes with layers of carne asada, crinkle-cut fries, bacon, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chipotle sauce. The salt content is 2,280 mg!

Five Guys

The health-conscious individual or any other person not willing to ingest 1,500 calories in one meal should avoid Five Guys. You would not check in at any of their eateries to drink a glass of spring water.

Only treat yourself to a meal at Five Guys if you feel so. Better if you avoid going there altogether.

Popeye's

Popeye's Chicken is a favorite with chicken lovers. They provide classic fried chicken, along with all the delectable sides. Their Spicy Chicken sandwich generated a lot of talks. Despite all the hoopla, it is not the ideal choice if you want to eat a healthy diet.

This stomach-churning sandwich has a brioche bun with buttermilk breading, barrel-cured pickles, spice mayonnaise, and chicken breast marinated in Louisiana flavors. Although it may seem delicious, it has 700 calories and 70 grams of fat. Yikes! You should get their loaded chicken wrap instead.

New England Clam Chowder from Panera Bread

Food lovers go to Panera Bread for soup and sandwich options. Though there are plenty of menu options, you should be selective if you want to eat healthier. Ordering the New England Clam Chowder, served in a bread bowl, is one of the worst decisions you can make.

You get 157 grams of carbohydrates, 840 mg of salt, and 1040 calories from the dish. Low-Fat Chicken Noodle Soup from Panera, which has only 160 calories and 5 grams of fat, would be a wiser choice.

Papa John's Pizza

Papa John's Pizza sells everything from chicken wings to gourmet pizzas. If you are hungry for pizza, you can check it out. However, if you are trying to improve your health, it is better to stay away. They provide a garden salad for the health-conscious diner, but their other menu choices are not very appealing.

For instance, the big Meat-Lover pizza has lots of calories. This pie is covered with mozzarella cheese and has pepperoni, sausage, beef, and Canadian bacon. One slice contains 410 calories and 1130 mg of salt. Do not eat this pizza at all!

Zaxby's

You probably love Zaxby's if you enjoy chicken. This southern fast food franchise has everything, from classic chicken wings to their renowned Chicken Fingerz. But if you are concerned about your weight loss, stay away. Despite having salads on the menu, there are some things you should not have.

The least healthy item on the menu is the 6 Piece of Chicken Plate. Six chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, coleslaw, and a piece of Texas toast are all included in the meal. Although it seems delicious, this dinner has 1,920 calories.

Hardee's

BA burger with three cheese pieces, four bacon strips, and nearly a pound of meat is made by the widely known brand Hardee's (or Carl's Jr. in some regions). Hardee's can boast of the most unhealthy burger in America. If you wish to go there, you should have your health insurance ready.

If you have one of these monster burgers, you will consume 1,240 calories, 1,690 mg of salt, and 35 g of saturated fat. Yikes.

Panda Express

You can find veggies in a Panda Express lunch, thanks to the availability of brown rice. However, vegans only have one option while ordering the main course.

The company has come under fire for its high prices, poor quality of food, and high salt levels.

McDonald's

Being a global food chain does not imply quality. In a recent poll,  hamburgers scored the lowest ratings for the quality and freshness of their components.

There is hardly any doubt that the widespread availability of McDonald's restaurants in the United States, the poor quality food, and astronomically high-calorie content is why Americans suffer from an obesity epidemic. Thought to be one of the leaders in the fast food market, McDonald's is now all about the bottom-of-the-barrel fare.

Chick-fil-A

Never go to Chick-fil-A if you want a chicken sandwich! Go somewhere else to fulfill your hunger instead of eating salty, greasy sandwiches and high-fat, high-calorie fries.

Instead of ordering those items, opt for grilled nuggets. They are comparatively a healthier option.

Burger King

With a focus on the calorie content of Burger King menu items, breakfast foods are the biggest offenders. Instead of the latter, choose grilled chicken and a garden salad without dressing, which has fewer calories (1,420 fewer calories than a breakfast choice).

However, you should avoid this chain of high-fat, high-salt, and high-cholesterol fast food restaurants if you have heart health concerns.

Church's Chicken

There are several chicken restaurants throughout America, but Church's Chicken is not a popular franchise.

It has more loopholes than the other businesses on our list, including dishes that are higher in calories and fat. The shrimp are mushy, the meat items are dry, and the biscuits are tough. Therefore, it will be better if you avoid Church's Chicken and save your money instead.

Raising Cane's

Raising Cane's is the place to go if you enjoy breaded chicken fillets. They are the only thing they offer. Usually, they taste delicious. However, they are falling short of consistency.

Even if you return to these eateries, your chicken strips will not always taste the same. While they will be good sometimes, they will be overdone or mushy on many occasions.

Moe's Southwest Grill

You can get the Homewrecker Burrito at Moe's. The Homewrecker Burrito with chicken has a whopping 1,019 calories per serving. It contains 2,180 mg of salt and 43 g of fat. Therefore, you can call it the Gutbuster. Try to avoid it if possible.

According to their website, the item consists of a 12-inch tortilla encasing your choice of carnitas, steak, chicken, ground beef, or organic tofu, along with guacamole, seasoned rice, beans, shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and sour cream. With net carb content of 121, it is the least healthy option.

Boston Market

While Boston Market offers healthier menu selections, they have a dish that sticks out from the others in terms of calorie and fat levels.

You will consume 1,550 calories and 78 g of fat if you eat 1/2 Order of Baby Back Ribs with Fresh Steamed Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes, Zesty BBQ sauce, and Cornbread. The Quarter Skinless Rotisserie Chicken with Zesty BBQ Sauce can provide the same flavor and is much healthier than the appealing ribs.

Triple Whopper with Cheese from Burger King

Since it opened its doors for the first time in 1954, Burger King has been a popular fast food restaurant. While there are several delicious alternatives on their menu, you should avoid one particular dish if you want to make healthy food choices.

Just as it sounds, the Triple Whopper with Cheese has too many calories. This cheeseburger comes with 1216 calories and 82 grams of fat per serve. Three 14 lb flame-grilled beef patties make up this Burger. You get it on a sesame seed bun with tomatoes, lettuce, mayonnaise, ketchup, pickles, and onions.

Pizza Hut

For many people, Pizza Hut is the ultimate destination when they want to have pizza. However, there are a bunch of factors you need to consider. You might not want to order their excessively salty pizza if you have specific health issues.

Aside from that, Pizza Hut uses subpar cheese that is frequently rubbery and flavorless. It is unfortunate since cheese is one of the main components of a pizza.

Carl's Jr.

Avoid the Triple Western Bacon Cheeseburger if you are dying to have a cheeseburger but have no intention to consume the number of calories one usually does in a day and a half. Three charbroiled all-beef patties, two pieces of bacon, melted American cheese, crispy onion rings, and BBQ Sauce are all included in this monster burger, which you get on a sesame seed bun.

This cheeseburger is a problem. With 1,380 calories and 81 g of fat, this menu item is not the ideal option if you are trying to lose weight. Your heart and arteries would also be at risk from 2,750 mg of sodium.

Whataburger

The following item on the list certainly fits the adage - everything is bigger in Texas. The Triple Meat Whataburger is a specialty of the Whataburger fast food restaurant franchise in Texas. With french fries and a drink, this meal has 1,400 calories.

This meal is outrageously unhealthy for your body, no matter how you look. According to the fat content, a single serving would contain 46 g of fat. At 1,590 mg, the salt level is also startling.

Smashburger

Smashburger attempts to play the healthier-than-others card. Including avocados or truffles in their hamburger is one trick to woo food lovers. But never get misled by this.

Smashburger is squandering all its efforts on delicious and healthy food with, for example, the old, mushy lettuce they put on their Burger or the high-fat ranch dressing.

Long John Silver's

Do you want to know what gastronomes think about Long John Silver's cuisine? The Center for Science in the Public Interest dubbed their Big Catch meal the Worst Restaurant Meal in America. Nothing can be worse for them.

This meal has a bad reputation since it contains about 3,700 mg of salt and 19 grams of saturated fat. Given that this meal has an astounding 1,320 calories, they deserve that moniker. You will get fried fish, hush puppies, and a side of onion rings with the meal. Skip this one.

Johnny Rockets

The slogan of Johnny Rockets is - Home to Burgers, Shakes, Fries & Fun! They also make the Route 66 Double Burger, which is why Johnny Rockets has made its way to this list of fast food items you should avoid ordering.

Two beef patties, mozzarella cheese, onions, and mushrooms are all piled high on this sandwich. It has a startling 1,870 mg of salt, 70 grams of fat, and 1,060 calories. The salt content is too high. It is not a healthy option for sure.

Steak 'N Shake

Although Steak' N Shake is best known for its milkshakes and steakburgers, the menu contains several items you should skip. The Country Skillet, which includes shredded hash browns, sausage patty, sausage gravy, cheddar and jack cheese, and a buttermilk biscuit with two fried eggs on top, might sound delicious.

However, do not use your knife and fork yet, because the Steak' N Shake Country Skillet is utterly unhealthy. Want more evidence? There are 1,320 calories and 2,340 mg of sodium in this food item. It might be prudent to skip it.

Shake Shack

Shake Shack has made everyone around the world sit up and take notice. The Lockhart Link Burger, a cheeseburger with a griddled jalapeno sausage link on the top, is served at the Austin-based burger joint. Although it may sound delicious, it might hamper your weight loss objectives.

You can not ignore the 4,110 mg of salt in the Lockhart Link Burger. The 1,330 calories and 96 g of fat are not worth it. Just typing those phrases makes us feel as though we just had a little heart attack. Take care of your health and refrain from ordering one.

Wingstop

According to WingStop, its chicken wings come from wing specialists. Although this may be the case, we are more skeptical of their qualifications because of one of their side items. Their Louisiana Voodoo Fries are substantial enough to serve as your dinner. Cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and Cajun seasoning sprinkled on top of these freshly cut fries make it a monstrous side dish.

If you order one, you will not have any room for wings as it has 910 calories and 49 grams of fat. Imagine eating those fries! Select the chicken wings only. That will be better.

Firehouse Subs

Although tuna sounds like a healthy choice, Firehouse Subs staff managed to make it an unhealthy option on their menu. Its nutritional value goes for a toss with 1,540 calories and 103 grams of carbohydrates. Barring the innocence of the tuna, everything about the item will only cause problems for your waistline.

The tuna sub has 3,030 mg of sodium. That is significantly more than the 2000 mg daily recommended amount. In just one meal, you would consume more sodium than is healthy. You should probably skip this menu item as well.

Schlotzsky's

Even though Schlotzsky claims to have fresh items everyone loves, not every item on the menu is a healthy option. Although the Original Style Turkey Sandwich seems like a fantastic option as it includes naturally lean turkey meat, it is rather heavy in calories, fat, and salt.

Schlotzsky loaded this menu item with salami and three kinds of cheeses, making it a deceptively harmful choice with 831 calories, 35 grams of fat, 81 grams of carbohydrates, and 2,529 mg of sodium. The truth is that this sandwich will do you absolutely no good.

Cold Stone Creamery

Who would have guessed that a milkshake would have 2010 calories in it? The PB&C milkshake from Cold Stone is one example of this. It finds a place in the list of the 20 worst drinks available in the country by Men's Health. The magazine declared that drinking this Cold Stone catastrophe is like gorging on 68 strips of bacon in terms of saturated fat.

If you ask us, that is a crazy idea. Milk, chocolate ice cream, and peanut butter are all ingredients in the PB&C milkshake. It has 153 grams of sugar and 68 grams of saturated fat. The sugar count is genuinely disturbing.

Red Robin

Although Red Robin is well known for its gourmet burgers, they are not on our list for them. The Clucks & Fries Buffalo Style includes blue cheese dipping sauce, chicken tenders, and french fries. They add celery to give it a healthy look. But do not fall for this deception.

These 1,620 calories and 113 g of fat are not conducive to your weight loss objectives. We are concerned because the sodium content is 4,120 mg, which is nearly twice the daily recommended intake. Avoid ordering this dish at Red Robin at all costs!

Cinnabon

Cinnabon is available in virtually every mall food court in the United States to satiate your sweet tooth. We are here to tell you it is better not to order the Cinnabon Caramel Pecanbon, a specific item on their menu.

An enormous cinnamon bun contains 1,080 calories and 51 grams of fat. That is almost equal to your recommended fat intake in a day and more than half of your daily calorie allowance! With 75 grams, it is jam-packed with sugar.

Einstein Bros.

Einstein Bros. boasts of being your local bagel store. The menu also includes breakfast sandwiches. Because it is so high in protein, the Chorizo Sunrise 2-Egg Signature Sandwich may appear to be a healthy option. Let us tell you that it is not.

Starting your day with 920 calories and 57 grams of fat is not a good idea. The Santa Fe Egg White, having 420 calories, is the better choice. It has a high salt content (1,600 mg) and a high carbohydrate content (62 grams). Although it still has a lot of calories, that would be healthier for you.

Jimmy John's

You can visit Jimmy John's for the J.J. Gargantuan sandwich. This monster has roast beef, turkey, roasted ham, capicola, salami, and a provolone combination. You have no reason to believe that ordering this on wheat bread would help you reduce your calorie intake.

The Gargantuan sandwich, which has 1,100 calories and 55 grams of fat, is not the best choice on the menu. According to them, it is big enough to satisfy even ravenous people! They mean it. After consuming this, the 69 grams of carbs and 3,550 mg of sodium might not make you feel your best.

Culver's

We like bacon just as much as anyone. But when you add bacon to a cheeseburger, it may tip the scales. Such is the situation with Culver's Bacon Deluxe, Triple. It includes two meat patties and a generous portion of bacon. Although it may seem delicious, it contains a lot of fat and high calories.

If you are in the mood for a burger, opt for a ButterBurger The Original, Single without cheese instead. It has 76 grams of fat and 1,090 calories. Even the thought of eating this is making our blood pressure rise.

The Extreme Super One Pound Beef Burger from Burger King

You might know that the menus at different fast food restaurants can differ from one country to another. Even though they offer this item in Japanese Burger King locations, it still merits a spot on this list since it is so fantastic.

According to a Twitter user, the Extreme Super One Pound Beef Burger can give you a heart attack. Without bread, it weighs 1.12 pounds since it contains more than a pound of meat, approximately four times as much as a Whopper. The remaining components are similar to what you get in a typical hamburger. However, the price is 1400 yen, or $13.50.

Jamba Juice

Smoothies from Jamba Juice have quickly become popular among customers. Ordering the Peanut Butter Moo'd Smoothie from Jamba Juice may look like a healthy choice, but it is not. With 910 calories in a large serving, this smoothie is the most calorie-dense item on their menu.

There are additional issues with this choice aside from calories. It contains 144 grams of carbs and 28 grams of fat. Instead, choose the Strawberry Surf Rider. It has just 250 calories.

Bojangles

The Bojangles Chicken Rice Bowl includes roasted chicken, dirty rice, Cajun pinto beans, and cheddar cheese. Who would have thought a bowl item from the menu of a fast-food restaurant could push it into this list? It certainly fits the bill.

With a staggering 780 calories and 27 g of fat, this menu item is not the healthiest choice. The Chicken Rice Bowl has 3,550 mg of sodium. If eating healthy is your objective, stay away from this. Your body will appreciate your decision.

Fazoli's

Fresh Italian food is available at Fazoli's. In terms of calories and fat content, their Ultimate Fettuccine meal happens to be the worst option on the menu. The dish, which has 980 calories and 35 grams of fat, is not healthy.

Split the Ultimate Fettuccine with a friend if you can not stop yourself from gorging on it. With 3,180 mg of sodium per serving, the salt content should be enough to get your attention. You can also get the Baked Lasagna. Although those 630 calories are not ideal for you, they are not as bad as the fettucini.

According to reports, several big brands in the United States face hardships. The world has been going through many strange things in recent times. The going has not been easy for many businesses for a long time. Customers can now easily find what they need online as the internet world has overtaken the physical one. By clicking a button, you get things delivered to your doorstep. You do not even need to leave your home. This has spelled doom for many businesses, small and big, and some of the brands that have been severely affected might be your favorite ones.

Chipotle

Not our favorite Chipotle, please! The retail food business faced its downfall. Several of its outlets were closed. News organizations claim that because they can offer carryout and delivery, they would not be as negatively affected as certain chains. In the long term, Chipotle may benefit from adding a layer of technology and a dedicated delivery department to the company rather than depending on delivery services. For this chain, putting a strong emphasis on online ordering has worked well.

GNC

You will miss GNC if you enjoy stocking up on nutritional goods, vitamins, and diet supplements. While GNC attempted to retain consumers, it appears that online vitamin sellers are fostering greater competition in the industry, forcing GNC to make cuts. Due to the recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, 800 to 1,200 outlets closed down in 2021 alone.

Kohl's

Of late, have you shockingly discovered that the doors remained securely closed while attempting to enter a Kohl's store? That is because the Coronavirus epidemic has forced them to close permanently, and it is uncertain if any of them will ever be able to reopen their doors. Sales were down by over 40% in the first quarter of 2021, and industry experts believe things will not improve soon.

McDonald's

As many gastronomes are choosing not to patronize fast-food eateries and are looking for healthier alternatives, the golden arches are not doing very well. In June 2021, McDonald's stated that they would be shutting 200 stores around the USA due to poor traffic, with outlets in urban areas and common areas like malls suffering the most. The fast-food mega-chain has struggled to keep up with the cost of adopting hundreds of health and sanitation elements to address the concerns of their long-term patrons following the pandemic.

Signet Jewelers

Even though you might not be aware of Signet Jewelers, they are the owners of companies like Zales, Kay Jewelers, Piercing Pagoda, and JB Robinson. Due to the 40% reduction in sales that Signet saw in the most recent times, which led the firm to suffer severe financial losses, it had to liquidate several of its assets. Around 150 stores shut down during the lockdown. Reports say another 150 will pull down their shutter this year. There is no information on whether they would open or not.

Office Max

Even if buying stationery you will probably never use is exciting, you could be making your final trip to your neighborhood Office Depot soon. This corporation has recently shuttered over 55 locations across the country, and by the end of 2022, they want to close another 90 outlets. It is due to the desire of Office Depot to concentrate more on business-to-business services than on average folks who enjoy staplers.

Macy's

We believe Macy's is legendary. Before we knew about their iconic Thanksgiving Day Parade, we saw the brand name appearing in some of the biggest movies and television series we have ever seen. Even though the corporation still maintains a large following of loyal customers, Macy's has had its share of difficulties over time. Numerous shopping centers around the nation are struggling to draw customers, which affects their sales. By the end of 2022, 125 shops will be closed, and more will follow.

GameStop

One of the biggest video game shops in the world, GameStop has a presence across the globe. Yet its density of physical locations has worked against them. To avoid having too many stores too close together, they stated that they would be working hard to de-densify their worldwide retail fleet in 2021. By 2022 alone, we can anticipate that GameStop would shut down slightly over 300 locations.

JCPenney

It is safe to say that JCPenney has established itself as a mainstay among all the super-malls throughout the country. This department shop used to be a public favorite, but recently they have had trouble because of all the competition, especially the online malls. There has been an official declaration from JCPenney that they liquidated 192 shops in 2021 and would do another 50 in 2022 after declaring bankruptcy earlier this year.

Walmart

How is it possible that this happened? Walmart, a major retailer, has indicated that it has experienced a negative impact and is on the verge of temporarily shutting several shops. Nobody would have thought the day would arrive when Walmart would have to close its doors, but it has.

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

Five Guys Burgers and Fries were forced to close outlets across the nation, particularly in smaller cities and rural areas, due to the pandemic, like many other victims. Five Guys had to give in to the delivery upheaval as takeaway among fast food companies has diminished, losing out on revenue to DoorDash, Uber Eats, and others.

Hooters

Hooters has successfully fended off criticism of its chain because of the quality of its wait staff. However, given the competitive market sports bars are in, it is difficult for them to maintain their position in all the locations where they were previously the only choice. They have had to shut down hundreds of stores because millennials are not as engaged in their kind of marketing.

Bed Bath & Beyond

Bed Bath & Beyond is the ideal retailer for people who like their home comforts. These shops often house everything you could need and are enormous. Bed Bath & Beyond shops never run out of customers. However, the management had to close up to 60 shops in 2021 to recuperate from some losses. If they consider this a wise choice, there could be more closures in the future.

CVS

CVS is one of the most well-known and easily accessible pharmacies. Following several closures in 2019, CVS will continue this pattern and close about 22 stores by the end of 2022. There is nothing much to worry though, as they still have 9,900 sites across the US. Many of them have expanded services owing to these other cuts.

Bath & Body Works

Cleaning supplies should be flying off the shelves given the current economy, but Bath & Body Works is proving that customers can acquire everything they need online. It intends to shut about 50 of its physical locations by 2022 because of decreased foot traffic. Due to their lower profitability compared to freestanding establishments, you may find most of these shops inside malls.

Cheesecake Factory

You, cheesecake lovers, we have bad news for you too! Cheesecake Factory will probably be the next to report the effects of recent events that led to the closure of many stores. The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, famous for their endless menu and variety of cheesecakes, have closed down a number of their stores. The time of reading that 50-page menu is passing.

PetSmart

Where can pet owners acquire the food, toys, grooming supplies, and other items needed to keep their animals healthy and content? They have amassed a substantial debt over the years, and because it will mature by the end of 2022, they could be making some significant decisions this year. You will most likely purchase these items online, and PetSmart Inc. is finding it tough to generate the same amount of revenue as it formerly did.

Walgreens

Walgreens is engaged in a business reduction exercise at the present moment. They announced in 2019 that they would start closing 200 of its locations in the United States, and that process is still happening. Those who may lose their neighborhood business might be disappointed. They appear to have been severely impacted by recent online pharmaceutical competition, and they are now unable to compete with the big players.

J. Crew

You have probably visited J. Crew before. However, it would not be surprising for us if you stopped going there recently. Although it was always light on the pockets, growing pricing caused the CEO to resign and drove many consumers to buy elsewhere. It had to declare bankruptcy during the coronavirus outbreak, and many of its locations might collapse this year.

Papyrus

Even though purchasing personalized greeting cards online has become simpler, some customers used to visit Papyrus to stock up on cards for occasions such as birthdays, engagements, condolences, etc. Fans of this business are regrettably unable to do this since Papyrus is currently shutting down its remaining few outlets after declaring bankruptcy last year.

Nordstrom

Nordstrom formerly took great satisfaction in being a department store that provided excellent customer service. At one point, the stores even included live piano performances. Unfortunately, even excellent customer service can probably not save the retail laggard. As a result, Nordstrom has chosen to close a handful of its locations. Only over 100 shops remain operational after 16 outlets faced shutdown in 2021.

Family Dollar

Discount retailers are ideal for people having no intention to overpay for their daily necessities. Family Dollar has been a part of our lives since 1959. This business has established over 8,000 sites over the years, yet those numbers appear to be declining. Family Dollar said in 2019 that it would shut down about 400 locations.

Pier 1 Imports

The present economic situation has had a detrimental impact on the company. Though it had intended to weather this adversity, they have now filed for bankruptcy. Early in 2021, they declared they would have to close nearly half their 900 outlets. However, the situation for the firm has since become worse. All shops will soon close down. You will have to look for other options to get your perfumed candles and silk pillows.

Kmart

Kmart has had 2,500 outlets worldwide since its inception in 1994. However, everything fell apart when it filed for bankruptcy in 2002. During this period, they lost hundreds of stores, although the merger of Kmart and Sears provided some relief. That glow has already dimmed since Kmart is having new problems. In 2019, they shut down several businesses, and Kmart would not stop anytime soon.

GAP

Although GAP and Kanye West have recently formed a new relationship, it appears that this is merely a last-ditch effort to salvage their company. It is a result of the significant sales decline this clothing company has experienced over time. GAP plans to shut up to 230 locations due to this new trend. They shuttered approximately 100 of those businesses in 2020. So, they are moving closer to their objective.

Bloomingdale's

The brand has been a mainstay in American retail culture for decades, whether you have ever shopped there or know it as where Rachel Green used to work. The business was established in 1861 when the first location opened in The Falls Mall, Florida. Now that the company has decided to close its flagship location, the popularity and foot traffic are no longer there.

Tuesday Morning

This company is known for offering clients some hefty discounts. While this is excellent for consumers searching for a deal, it is not so great for a business having poor profit margins in a down economy. Tuesday Morning had to reconsider its business strategy and take some losses. In addition to declaring bankruptcy, it had to shut 232 of its 700 locations in 2021.

Sears

When Sears was once the biggest store in the country, most Americans had something in their homes that they had bought there. However, due to declining revenues in recent years, the business was forced to declare bankruptcy in 2019. By the end of 2021, only a few outlets remained operational. The situation has not improved for them in recent months.

99 Cents Only

As implied by the name, 99 Cents Only is a shop where everyone may find items at reasonable costs. However, they have experienced significant losses over the previous few years due to low-profit margins and intense competition from other stores and online merchants. Although the businesses changed hands in 2011, it appears they are still having trouble and may be thinking of closing even more outlets shortly.

Art Van Furniture

You may be acquainted with Art Van Furniture stores if you reside in the Midwest. Although many locals adore these shops and the furniture it offers, the going has not been easy for this business recently. They have been so challenging that Art Van Furniture had to declare bankruptcy. The company now aims to shut down every store in all eight states.

Fred's Pharmacy

You no longer need to look far to find the necessities of life. Customers of Amazon may get these things delivered the following day or perhaps only a few hours later. Therefore, pharmacies like Fred's have found themselves in serious trouble. This business, struggling to turn a profit in recent years, was forced to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2019. Presumably, it will have to shut down all of its locations.

Guitar Center

Despite being in operation for over 50 years, this guitar store has had difficulty retaining its reputation. Since sales have fallen off a cliff for the past ten years, Guitar Center has even had to request emergency loans to stay alive. It may soon have to start shutting its outlets as it is probably around $1 billion in debt.

Neiman Marcus

Neiman Marcus most likely has what you need if you are seeking luxury. But it appears that fewer and fewer customers are choosing to go to these stores. It is having a significant impact on their financial situation. The business had to declare bankruptcy in May 2021 since it was not possible to disregard its debts anymore. They might have to shut about 22 outlets in 2021 to help them pay off their debts and get back on track.

Hallmark

When was the last time you visited a Hallmark store and sent a card to a relative or friend? Hallmark has had trouble over the years since there are many alternative methods to let your loved ones know you are thinking of them. They are not getting the same amount of traffic as they once did. The Hallmark management has planned to close at least 18 outlets in 2021.

Bose

You can find Bose stores in North America, Japan, Australia, and Europe. They have all been successful in the past 20 years. Bose is known for offering some of the best speakers and headphones that the world has to offer. Bose no longer needs to have storefronts as times have changed. They intend to close all 50 of their storefronts in the US because they want their consumers to purchase their items online.

AT&T

The name of this communications company is well-known in the country, and many individuals sign up for AT&T plans every year. But how many of you enter one of their stores to carry out this action? It is no longer financially viable for the corporation to operate physical storefronts as demand for its services increases online. They will consequently close all 250 of their stores.

Olympia Sports

If you are athletic and enjoy staying in shape, purchasing sporting items online is a good option. However, Olympia Sports is in a bind because of that purchasing decision. The business ran into problems in 2019 but got a lifeline when JackRabbit purchased about half of the Olympia Sports outlets, with the remaining half closing down.

Modell's Sporting Goods

There is no chance that you are unfamiliar with this store if you are a native of New York City. However, other cities on the East Coast also have one of these establishments. Modell's will be shutting every shop over the next few months after declaring bankruptcy earlier this year. If you were a customer, you might want to purchase something at a discounted price.

Lands' End

People familiar with the corporate background of the company will know that it was a subsidiary of the Sears Holdings brand. Even though Lands' End is not under the Sean Holdings umbrella anymore, the impacts are there. According to reports, the company may also have to close some storefronts. In 2019, the company announced that it would be closing all of its store-within-store branches found in Sears.

Wilsons Leather

Even if you have never purchased anything from Wilsons Leather, you already know that this store offers consumers high-quality leather products. The parent firm G-III Apparel Group, which also includes brands including Calvin Klein, Karl Lagerfeld, DKNY, and Tommy Hilfiger, is the owner of Wilsons Leather. The final 110 locations will shut down this year because the management has decided to focus all their financial and other resources on these companies.

The Children's Place

The Children's Place has been immensely famous among parents over the years since it specializes in offering inexpensive clothing for kids. However, recent sales have not been as strong as they had hoped. It has had a significant negative impact on the shop. Since they have discovered that their physical storefronts do not generate enough profit, they are willing to shut 200 stores in 2021. However, you may still shop online.

Forever 21

Customers have been drawn to Forever 21 stores over the years because of their quick, in-style clothing that is also quite reasonable. But more and more people are beginning to wonder how inexpensive their clothes are and what impact it has on the environment. Forever 21 was left with several issues as a result, including having to declare bankruptcy. The remaining few hundred US stores will close this year after they started shutting them in 2019.

Chico's

It is safe to say that this firm, which takes pleasure in offering stylish apparel for the more mature lady, has established itself as a mainstay for many women throughout the country. Despite having more than 1,400 locations across the US and Canada in the past, it appears that Chico's is beginning to rely more on the internet. In addition to working with companies like Amazon to sell their products, they also intend to close about 250 stores.

Vitamin Shoppe

It seems everyone wants to stay on top of their vitamin and mineral intake these days. Although more people are shopping online, Vitamin Shoppe is not benefiting from this trend. Due to this shift in the market, their physical stores are faltering, and while they are increasing their online presence to avoid disappearing, they may have to close some of their physical locations.

Abercrombie & Fitch

Abercrombie & Fitch is well-known for its appealing employees, the aroma of the store, and how gloomy the inside is. Although they have served many consumers over the years, they have been having trouble keeping up their revenues recently. Abercrombie & Fitch tried to alter their target market due to competition, but they had to close about 40 locations last year. In 2021, they will shut down even more.

Claire's

The jewelry and accessory store Claire's is well known for its vibrant colors and daring merchandise. So, you have probably visited it or brought your kids with you. The owners examined the finances in 2018 and had to file for bankruptcy. It resulted in them having to close a number of their stores. Industry experts anticipate that the management will announce even more closures in 2021.

Payless

Payless was forced to file for bankruptcy and shut its locations in the US and Canada in 2019 and early 2021. The loss of this beloved bargain footwear company was devastating, and many people expressed their disappointment due to the closure of the final location this year. Payless has recently redesigned its website, and people anticipate it will be able to survive for many years to come by concentrating on its e-commerce.

Mattress Firm

Mattress Firm has seen varying levels of success as a result of the fact that most consumers prefer to try mattresses out in person. That could not stop it from declaring bankruptcy under Chapter 11 and shuttering several locations in 2017, though. Mattress Firm has stated that although they have subsequently emerged from bankruptcy, they have failed to pay their rent until April 2021, which may force them to liquidate other locations.

Victoria's Secret

Even though this business has grown to be quite well-known over the years, it has recently had problems with its reputation. Because of the criticism they have received for endorsing unrealistic beauty standards, Victoria's Secret has found it difficult to sustain its success and has instead accrued significant debt. They intend to shutter about 250 outlets worldwide in 2021, with many more later.

Henri Bendel

Over the years, Henri Bendel has been a go-to for the wealthy thanks to its iconic black and white striped boxes and high-end goods. However, when you cater to such a limited clientele, issues arise. It prompted Henri Bendel to decide they would need to make significant cutbacks. By the time 2019 rolled around, the remaining 23 businesses had to shut their doors.

Tesla

Tesla is a sizable business with several technical endeavors under its belt. They have several vehicle showrooms across the globe, but it appears they are now trying something new. Tesla now aspires to free itself from this additional load and provide its customers the option to purchase their vehicles online.

Dressbarn

After establishing itself in 1962, Dressbarn quickly gained popularity among working women. But as the years passed, sales started to decline, and they were powerless to stop the amount of accumulating debt. Ultimately, Dressbarn decided to shut down all 650 of its locations before the start of 2021. There are no longer any Dressbarn stores throughout the nation. However, you may still shop online.

Gymboree

Gymboree clothing is still available online. However, there are no longer any physical locations. The corporation filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019 due to years of financial difficulty. They began selling their businesses and shutting around 900 sites across the country as part of this agreement. In late 2019 and early 2021, all of their stores shut down.

Bebe

Because they are all closed, you might wonder why you have not noticed a Bebe store in a while. They shut down a year ago, and despite the hopes of many that they would be able to reopen their physical locations, that has not happened. After a management breakdown, the business could not make enough money to stay afloat. Therefore, Bebe decided to shut down all its shops in 2017 and focus only on selling online.

Nine West

You might have just made an online purchase from Nine West, but the fashion company shut down all of its physical locations in late 2018 after declaring bankruptcy due to mounting debt. Although they have maintained their online sales, it appears they are still having trouble in the cutthroat industry. It is trying to separate itself from the crowd because many businesses sell similar things.

Destination Maternity

Destination Maternity, which focuses on all varieties of maternity clothes, has long been a popular destination. Moms may now purchase the same things online easily, despite their busy schedules. Destination Maternity declared bankruptcy in October 2019, and the management is currently shutting its final 183 outlets.