Sweet Tomatoes/Souplantation gets a new chance at growth
News of Souplantation’s return to California ricocheted across social media last week, sparking celebration among fans.
· Restaurant Business· October 9, 2026
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Garden Fresh Restaurants
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Souplantation parent will open first CA restaurant since 2020
The chain, which closed all of its locations during Chapter 7 liquidation six years ago, will open a Sweet Tomatoes location in Fountain Valley by 2027.
· Restaurant Dive· October 8, 2026
Mountain Mike’s Pizza Appoints Sheena Dougher Chief Marketing Officer
Mountain Mike’s Pizza, a leading family-style pizza chain for nearly 50 years, and home of the legendary crispy, curly pepperoni, massive 20-inch Mountain-sized pizzas and dough made fresh daily, has appointed Sheena Dougher as Chief Marketing Officer.
· QSR Magazine· September 16, 2026
Nation’s Restaurant News: Souplantation, Sweet Tomatoes Owner Files For Bankruptcy
Garden Fresh Restaurant Corp., the owner of Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes, files for bankruptcy and plans to close 20-30 underperforming locations.
· 1851 Franchise· October 4, 2016