Fast-Casual restaurant chain bankruptcies are piling up in 2024. Roti is the latest.

Roti, a fast-casual restaurant chain known for its Mediterranean cuisine, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the company said on Friday.

“Our vision to create happier, healthier, and more flavorful lives comes to life by providing our guests with exceptional food experiences—even in the face of current headwinds,” said Justin Seamonds, Roti’s CEO and “prime minister of fun,” in a statement. “After careful consideration, filing for bankruptcy protection was the best way to address our challenges—including financial performance, rising costs, mixed location performance, and tough market conditions—while staying open and focused on delivering Food For A Full Life to each and every guest.”

Roti’s filing reflects a troubling trend in the restaurant industry. Fast-casual or family-style chains including Red Lobster, Tijuana Flats, and Buca di Beppo have all sought bankruptcy protection in 2024, with BurgerFi hinting earlier this month that it may follow suit. 

Key factors contributing to this trend include underperformance, financial pressures from inflation, and the need for strategic realignments.