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Red Lobster closes its oldest continuously running restaurant after 56 years

other · 2026-05-20

Red Lobster is closing its oldest continuously operating location in Tallahassee, Florida, after 56 years. The restaurant, which opened in 1970, has been a staple in the chain's history. The closure marks the end of an era for the seafood chain, which has faced financial challenges in recent years. The Tallahassee location is the longest continuously running Red Lobster in the chain.

Key facts

  • Red Lobster is closing its oldest restaurant in Tallahassee, Florida.
  • The restaurant opened in 1970 and has been operating for 56 years.
  • It is the longest continuously running Red Lobster in the chain.
  • The closure reflects broader financial struggles for Red Lobster.

Entities

Institutions

  • Red Lobster

Locations

  • Tallahassee
  • Florida
  • United States

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