Chuck E. Cheese Parent Company Files for Bankruptcy, But Hastings Ranch Restaurant Expected to Remain Open

The company that operates Chuck E. Cheese restaurants has filed for Chapter 11 protection, the company announced Friday, but the reorganization was not expected to involve the closures of any locations, in Pasadena or elsewhere.

In fact, CEC Entertainment has its eyes fixed on expansion, the company said in a written statement.

“Subject to ongoing negotiations with its landlords, the Company expects to maintain ongoing operations in these locations throughout the Chapter 11 process, providing dine-in, delivery and carry-out services, hosting birthday parties during dedicated hours, and supporting fundraisers and events in the coming weeks and months,” according to the statement. ““The Company also plans to continue opening additional locations each week, steadily bringing more employees back to work.”

The Pasadena Chuck E. Cheese location has reopened for carry-out orders only, but remains closed for dine-in service, But representatives says they hope to reopen the dining area and game room next month, safety guidelines permitting.

“The Chapter 11 process will allow us to strengthen our financial structure as we recover from what has undoubtedly been the most challenging event in our Company’s history and get back to the business of delivering memories, entertainment, and pizzas for another 40 years and beyond,” CEC CEO David McKillips said.

CEC officials said 266 company-operated Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Peter restaurants have already reopened, following local protocols.

CEC is based in Irving, Texas, and the Chapter 11 case is being heard in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. The filing does not affect franchise locations and corporate partners outside of the U.S.