These 5 beloved businesses are closing in Sacramento area: ‘Time to say our goodbyes’
Is your favorite retail store or go-to spot for local grub going out of business?
As businesses in and around Sacramento struggle to stay open, at least five recently decided to cut the lights.
The reasons for closing include rising costs, a decline in foot traffic and possible bankruptcy.
Here’s a list of stores and restaurants that recently announced closures in the Sacramento area — and why.
Big Lots closes multiple locations in Sacramento region
Big Lots plans to close to 40 locations across the United States amid a possible bankruptcy, including several sites in the Sacramento region.
As of Monday morning, a total of six stores in the Sacramento area were listed as closing, according to its site:
8700 La Riviera Drive, Sacramento
6630 Valley Hi Drive, Sacramento
9500 Greenback Lane,
Folsom 52 W Court St.
Woodland 47 Fair Lane
Placerville 818 Alamo Drive, Vacaville
In a recent quarterly report, the Ohio-based discount retail chain said it has “substantial doubt” in its ability to survive amid declining sales and high costs.
“In 2024, the U.S. economy has continued to face macroeconomic challenges, including elevated inflation, which has adversely impacted the buying power of our customers,” the retail chain wrote in the financial disclosure.
It’s unclear when the locations will officially close their doors.
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Brickyard Kitchen & Bar closes in Roseville. Is El Dorado Hills site still open?
Brickyard Kitchen & Bar at 1475 Eureka Road, Suite 120, closed its doors on July 21 after roughly eight years of business.
“We have loved being a part of the Roseville community and want to thank our patrons and community for supporting us throughout the years,” the restaurant wrote in a farewell message to its customers on Facebook.
The Sacramento-area business opened in 2016 as Hop House, rebranding roughly one year later as Backyard Kitchen & Bar.
The restaurant’s menu featured burgers, sandwiches, flatbread pizzas, salads and appetizers.
Brickyard Kitchen & Bar’s website lists a location in El Dorado Hills Town Center.
However, Brickyard Counter & Bar is not closing, the business said.
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When will Dad’s Kitchen shut its doors in Land Park?
Beloved burger restaurant Dad’s Kitchen will close its doors at 2968 Freeport Blvd. in Sacramento’s Land Park neighborhood on Sunday after a 14-year run.
A second location in Fair Oaks’ Sunset Oaks Plaza will remain open.
“The last two weeks will be a celebration of our long term employees, our valued patrons, and the energy that was built in this fun and funky space,” Dad’s Kitchen representatives wrote on July 17 in a farewell message to customers on Facebook.
“We hope you join us in raising a glass, jamming out to some live music and giving hugs and high fives for being a great chapter in Land Park history,” the restaurant wrote.
Dad’s Kitchen’s food menu features appetizers, soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches.
Customers choose between plates such as jalapeño popper burgers, tequila-marinated chicken sandwiches and beer-battered fish tacos.
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Rio City Cafe is shutting in Old Sacramento after closing river deck
Rio City Cafe in Old Sacramento will serve its customers for the last time on Aug. 3 after 30 years in business.
In a Facebook post to customers on Monday, the restaurant at 1110 Front St. said the decision to close was not an easy one.
“We realize it is time to say our goodbyes,” the team wrote.
The restaurant serves brunch, dinner and craft cocktails.
Customers choose between decent entrees such as french toast, crab cakes, sourdough cheese loaf and seafood pasta.
General Manager Jimmy Gayaldo with Rio City Cafe told The Bee in June that the city closed its deck in April for safety reasons with no plans to fix it.
Gayaldo, who doubles as part owner of Rio City Cafe, said the deck brought in roughly 70% of its business and it was the first year the restaurant could not use it.
“We would just like to thank (all) our guests for allowing us to be part of your lives over these last 30 years. The love and memories that have been created serving our food and drinks here along the river are truly unforgettable!” the restaurant wrote.
City spokesman Tim Swanson said officials have not found the funding to complete the estimated $50 million deck repairs.
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What happened to Korean restaurant in midtown Sacramento?
Modern Korean restaurant Seoul St. Midtown closed its doors on June 8 after nearly two years in business.
Minnie Nguyen and Trinh Le’s restaurant replaced de Vere’s Irish Pub at 1521 L St. in September 2022 but the initial wave of popularity couldn’t keep the business afloat, The Sacramento Bee previously reported.
Rising inflation and elevated business costs forced the duo to close their business.
“This decision was not made lightly, and it comes after careful consideration and numerous attempts to navigate the challenges we have faced. “Unfortunately, (due to the) economic downturn, we are no longer able to sustain our operations, restaurant representatives wrote on the restaurant’s site.
Seoul St. whipped up crispy finger foods including potstickers, calamari and kimchi buffalo wings.
Korean-style hot chicken and bibimbap bowls could be paired with neon cocktails and soda.
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The Sacramento Bee’s Benjy Egel and Rosalio Ahumada contributed to this story.
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