Burger chain which suddenly closed restaurants making shock return to Scots city
WE'RE BACK Burger chain which suddenly closed restaurants making shock return to Scots city
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A POPULAR restaurant chain, which abruptly closed several of its Scottish locations earlier this year, is set to make a comeback.
Monterey Jack's is renowned for its gourmet American-style burgers, hot dogs, nachos, and cocktails.
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Monterey Jack's announces return of their restaurant to Glasgow
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However, over the past year, the franchise lost several locations, including Dunfermline, East Kilbride, and Glasgow City Centre.
At the time, bosses attributed the closures to the cost-of-living crisis, staffing challenges, and tough economic conditions.
The chain currently operates six locations across Scotland.
But there is good news on the horizon for the burger brand, as it prepares to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
Monterey Jack's is set to make a significant return to the country's largest city after losing its central Glasgow location.
The new venue is expected to open this month.
Signage has already appeared in the St Enoch Centre, indicating a new location is on its way.
Large branding has been installed in the shopping precinct's newest food court, accompanied by a "coming soon" sign that reads: "It's happening."
The sign also states: "Award-winning, 100 per cent fresh, prime beef burgers. Succulent chicken, gourmet dawgs, delicious fresh shakes and desserts, and a bucket load of sides. You lucky things!"
The firm confirmed via its Facebook page that the site is set to open in June 2025 though the exact opening date remains unclear.
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Fans of the chain have taken to the comments to share their excitement about its return.
One wrote: "Love MJ's! This will be great when we're shopping in Glasgow!"
Another commented: "As centre staff myself, I actually can't wait to try Monterey Jack's UK – never tried it before!"
A third added: "I loved the one in Merchant Square.
"Such a shame it closed, like most places in there recently.
"Looking forward to it opening."
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