FoodFirst Global Restaurants

Representation of the creditors’ committee in the chapter 11 bankruptcy of FoodFirst Global Restaurants in the Middle District of Florida. The Orlando-based casual dining company, the parent company of Brio Tuscan Grille and Bravo Cucina Italiana, filed for bankruptcy protection due to elevated food and labor costs, unprofitable locations, and the added financial stress of the COVID-19 pandemic. In June 2020, it was announced that Earl Enterprises, operator of Planet Hollywood and Buca di Beppo, agreed to purchase 45 of the debtor’s locations in a $29,000,000 deal.