Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleIsabel KeaneThursday 30 July 2026 00:12 BSTGolden Corral emerges from bankruptcy, hires nearly 1,700Golden Corral is exploring new growth strategies, including opening smaller restaurants in non-traditional locations like travel plazas, airports and college campuses.The buffet chain is also working to reduce the physical footprint and construction costs of its traditional restaurants, with a 7,500 sq ft location currently being built.They are considering converting former sites of other restaurant chains, such as Red Lobster and TGI Fridays, into Golden Corral locations.A previous fast-casual concept, Golden Corral Favorites, failed because customers expected a buffet, leading the company to consider a new fast-casual brand without the Golden Corral name.Despite inflationary pressures, Golden Corral plans to maintain its commitment to value and high-quality food, offering 150 fresh items daily, including sirloin steak.In fullGolden Corral announces several changes to its restaurantsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in