Jamestown  (CSi)  Perkins Restaurant in Jamestown has closed, according to a news release sent to the media.

Perkins COO, Jim Franks statement said, “As a result of the Perkins bankruptcy proceeding, yesterday (Sunday) we took the difficult step to close several Perkins Restaurant & Bakery units.  There were 11 closures in six states. These were all restaurants whose sales decline over the years and high operating costs made it untenable to remain open.

We are so grateful for the dedicated service of our Perkins team members in these restaurants. Some of the team members have been with Perkins for a very long time and we truly appreciate their years of service at Perkins as their employer of choice.  We are also very grateful to these communities we’ve served and appreciate our customers’ continued loyalty.

Perkins closed following filing for bankruptcy proceedings. The chain was purchased by Huddle House for $51.5 Million.

As a result of the Perkins bankruptcy proceeding, yesterday (Sunday) we took the difficult step to close several Perkins Restaurant & Bakery units.the company stated.  There were 11 closures in six states. These were all restaurants whose sales decline over the years and high operating costs made it untenable to remain open.

Franks said, Perkins intends to continue to grow and develop in select markets and maintain the valued community connections for which they are known.