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Gina Maria's Pizza Files for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy After 50 Years in Twin Cities

Court filings show deep insolvency that reflects broader weakness in pizza sales.

Overview

  • The operator, Northern Brands Inc., filed for Chapter 7 in U.S. Bankruptcy Court on March 26, confirming the chain will be liquidated.
  • Court records list nearly $2.9 million in liabilities against about $64,000 in assets.
  • The company had already shut its four western Twin Cities restaurants without notice in October 2025, closing Chanhassen, Eden Prairie, Edina and Plymouth.
  • Industry data from Technomic show 61% of pizza chains saw sales fall in 2024, fewer people ordered delivery, and more chose frozen pizza.
  • Coverage notes that a California restaurant with a similar name is unrelated and not part of the bankruptcy.