75-year-old fast food chain closing 200 restaurants, fights to survive

When people get more conservative with spending, it hurts restaurants that lack a true following. Some people love chains such as Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, and even McDonald's. They view spending money at those brands as a reasonable indulgence, something they may not truly be able to afford, but a treat they deserve. It's something that has hit lower-income Americans hard. “Over 40% of low-income U.S. adults claim to be visiting quick-service restaurants (QSRs) less often for dinner and lunch ...