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Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips has opened a new location in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, marking a major step in its revival. This new site, previously occupied by the chain, opened in March and features a renovated interior and the classic menu items fans love. As part of a broader comeback strategy, the location currently operates as carry-out only, with the goal of adapting to modern consumer trends while honoring its legacy.
Cleveland Heights, Ohio – Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips Makes Triumphant Return
Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips, a once-flourishing fast food chain, has officially opened a new location in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, marking a significant step in its revival efforts. The restaurant, situated on Cedar Road, began welcoming customers on March 31, 2025. This new establishment is a homecoming for the beloved chain, occupying the same site it previously occupied from the 1970s to the 1990s before it closed down.
The Cleveland Heights location is part of a broader comeback strategy, as the chain looks to rebuild its presence in the fast food market. Currently, there are just three Arthur Treacher’s restaurants open: the new location in Cleveland Heights, a restaurant in Garfield Heights that launched in 2023, and a site in Cuyahoga Falls, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. This marks a notable change from the chain’s peak, where it boasted over 800 locations.
The Cleveland Heights restaurant has been fully renovated, featuring all new equipment and elevated decor, creating a welcoming environment for returning fans and new customers. The menu retains the classic recipes that have made Arthur Treacher’s a staple in the fast food industry, offering fan-favorite items such as fried fish, chips, butterfly shrimp, popcorn shrimp, and hush puppies. As Arthur Treacher’s adapts to modern consumer trends, the Cleveland Heights location will initially operate as a carry-out only establishment, with plans to adjust its hours based on business demand.
The return of Arthur Treacher’s is generating excitement within the local community. Brian Anderson, the Assistant Director for Economic Development in Cleveland Heights, highlighted this opening as a nostalgic revival of a beloved brand. The enthusiasm surrounding the restaurant’s return is palpable, as many customers remember the original locations fondly.
Founded in Ohio in 1969, Arthur Treacher’s has experienced a tumultuous history, including significant ownership changes and financial struggles that led to Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 1983. After moving its headquarters to Jacksonville in 1993 and later merging and relocating to Lake Success, New York, the brand’s presence dwindled significantly over the years. However, it has now been acquired by Nathan’s Famous Inc., which has incorporated Arthur Treacher’s into 27 of its restaurants as a co-brand.
Despite a rocky past, the chain is working diligently to revitalize itself and is actively hiring staff for its new locations. In the coming years, there are considerations for opening even more restaurants as part of its expansion strategy.
As Arthur Treacher’s Fish & Chips begins this new chapter in Cleveland Heights, it aims to recapture the essence of its legacy while adapting to the evolving fast food landscape. The community is eager to welcome back this iconic brand, hoping it will thrive once again in a market that has seen numerous changes over the decades.
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