# True Food Kitchen bankruptcy filing

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/true-food-kitchen-bankruptcy-filing
> Updated: 2026-10-12T16:18:08.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

True Food Kitchen, a wellness-focused restaurant chain backed by Oprah Winfrey, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to undergo restructuring and a court-supervised sale. The company cited the post-pandemic economy, weak foot traffic, and changing demographics as contributing factors to its financial distress.

Internal challenges, including significant management turnover and unsuccessful investments in non-core product lines, also played a role. The company has closed 12 locations across states such as California, New York, and Illinois, leaving 34 restaurants operating. 

As the company seeks a long-term buyer or financial partner, HumanCo has committed $20 million in debtor-in-possession financing. The filing follows the appointment of CEO Jeff Chandler, who stated the bankruptcy is the “best path forward to simplify the business.” The company is currently managing approximately $42.1 million in debt.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: True Food Kitchen files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

True Food Kitchen, the wellness-focused restaurant chain backed by Oprah Winfrey, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with $42.1 million in debt, closing 12 locations while restructuring.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/true-food-kitchen-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-1

### 2026-10-05: True Food Kitchen files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

True Food Kitchen, a health-focused restaurant chain backed by Oprah Winfrey, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed 12 locations while seeking a court-supervised sale.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/true-food-kitchen-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy

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