Denny’s has quietly closed its Coddingtown Mall location in Santa Rosa, California, following the company’s recent sale to private investors. The closure leaves only one Denny’s restaurant operational in Santa Rosa on Baker Avenue, with another in Petaluma still open. The chain, founded over 70 years ago in California, announced earlier this month that it was being acquired by a group of investors including TriArtisan Capital Advisors, Treville Capital, and Yadav Enterprises, in a deal valued at $620 million that will take Denny’s private. The sale was part of a broader strategy, as the company plans to close up to 150 underperforming locations by 2025 due to declining sales, especially post-COVID, and increased competition from healthier breakfast chains. The chain’s stock surged 47% immediately after the announcement. The Santa Rosa closure is part of a pattern of restaurant closures in 2025, including other chains like Olive Garden, which filed for bankruptcy and closed most of its locations, and iconic brands such as TGI Friday’s, which is shutting down several outlets. Denny’s, known for its 24/7 service and classic diner breakfasts, has over 1,500 locations nationwide, with 348 in California. The chain’s history dates back to 1953 in Lakewood, California, originally as Danny’s Donuts, and it went public in 1969. The current owners and new investors aim to support the company’s long-term growth, with the deal expected to close in early 2026 if approved by shareholders. The closures and industry struggles reflect broader economic challenges affecting casual dining chains across the United States.