A fast-growing chain specializing in chicken fingers failed its test in Columbus.
Zaxby’s Franchising Inc. shuttered its first and only Ohio store, at 2108 N. High St. near Ohio State University, after six months.
“Unfortunately, despite strong system-wide sales, this restaurant has not delivered the sales and growth that we expect, so we’ve elected to close it,†the company said in an e-mail. “While Zaxby’s has no immediate plans to open new locations in Ohio, we continue to seek growth opportunities in existing and new markets.â€
The company had planned to open a Lewis Center restaurant and expand into Cincinnati and Dayton.
The 3,640-square-foot High Street store was more than a market test for the business – it was a design test as well. It was the only location in the 450-unit chain in a strip center. All others are freestanding units.