CHICAGO, IL - Retail updates recently hit the news wire revealing that Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen and Market—which recently merged as Outfox Hospitality—have shuttered their store locations this week.

“It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you of a difficult decision we have had to make,” the company said in a statement on the brands’ websites, announcing the end of their business operations. “We explored many avenues to continue the business but found no viable option despite good faith and exhaustive efforts.”

Back in December, the two Chicago-based chains announced a merger to form Outfox Hospitality, bringing 35 stores across Illinois, Texas, and Washington, DC, under one organization. As reported by ABC 7, Foxtrot opened a new store in January in Washington's Adams Morgan neighborhood, announcing that it had several additional locations planned for the area.

As a result of the abrupt closures, Foxtrot and Dom’s delivery services, mobile apps, and store credit cards will be immediately discontinued, and account credits and customer membership perks will promptly expire.

Between both brands, an estimated 1,000 employees will be impacted by the closure, according to ABC 7.

“This decision has not been made lightly, and we understand the impact it will have on you, our loyal customers, as well as our dedicated team members,” the statement continued.

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