Is MOD Pizza closing? If your local MOD shut its doors recently, you’re not imagining it. The fast-casual chain has been quietly shrinking its footprint through 2025 and 2026 — closing dozens of locations across the US even as new owners try to stabilize the brand. Here’s what’s actually happening with MOD Pizza closures in 2026, based on reported closures.
How Many MOD Pizza Locations Have Closed?
After shutting 27 locations, MOD’s footprint had dwindled to 448 locations by early February 2026, according to industry reporting — down substantially from its peak of 540+ stores. The closures are part of a deliberate consolidation strategy under owner Elite Restaurant Group, which acquired MOD in July 2024 after the chain considered filing for bankruptcy.
MOD Pizza Closures in 2026: Confirmed Locations
| Location | Details |
|---|---|
| Reston, VA (Plaza America) | Closed September 30, 2026 after nearly 10 years — MOD’s last restaurant in Fairfax County |
| Ashburn, VA | Closed January 2026 after 10 years |
| Chantilly, VA (Greenbriar Town Center) | Closure announced February 2026 after 8 years; landlord opted not to renew the lease |
| Owensboro, KY | Closed April 2026 — the general manager reportedly learned of it the morning it happened |
| Myrtle Beach, SC (3 stores) | Closed March 2026; MOD called it “the right step for the longevity of the brand” |
| Jacksonville, FL (Bartram Park) | Emergency health closure July 31, 2026 (fly activity); reopened the next morning after passing re-inspection |
Earlier closures include Vienna, VA (April 2025), Herndon, VA (~2024), and Fairfax City, VA — part of a steady pullback from Northern Virginia, where MOD now operates only in Gainesville and Woodbridge.
Why Is MOD Pizza Closing Stores?
MOD hasn’t published a single master list, but reporting points to the same pressures hitting the whole pizza segment:
- Rising costs — labor, food, and tightening leases squeezing margins.
- Post-pandemic hangover — MOD was the fastest-growing US restaurant concept before COVID, then fell on hard times and nearly filed for bankruptcy in 2024.
- Portfolio pruning — new owner Elite Restaurant Group (a turnaround specialist) is closing underperforming branches to, in MOD’s words, “refocus, adapt and emerge stronger than ever.”
- Segment-wide stress — MOD isn’t alone: Pizza Hut planned ~250 closures, Papa Johns ~200, and fellow fast-casual pioneer Pieology shrank dramatically in the same period.
Is MOD Pizza Going Out of Business?
No — MOD Pizza is not going out of business. The chain continues to operate roughly 440+ locations, and MOD has even signaled new stores (including Sacramento, CA). What you’re seeing is consolidation, not liquidation: closing weaker stores while the turnaround owner refocuses the brand. That said, if your local MOD is in a struggling market, it’s worth checking it’s still open before making the trip.
How to Check If Your MOD Pizza Is Still Open
- Check the official store locator on modpizza.com — closed locations are removed.
- Call ahead — especially for locations in markets with reported closures (Northern Virginia, Kentucky, South Carolina).
- Check the app — if your store disappears from the MOD app’s ordering list, it’s likely closed.
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MOD Pizza Closures FAQ
How many MOD Pizza locations closed in 2026?
MOD shut 27 locations, bringing its footprint to about 448 stores by early February 2026, with additional reported closures through the year (Virginia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Florida).
Is MOD Pizza going bankrupt?
MOD considered bankruptcy in 2024 but was instead acquired by Elite Restaurant Group in July 2024. There is no current bankruptcy filing; the 2026 closures are consolidation under the new owner.
Why did my local MOD Pizza close?
Most commonly: underperformance, lease non-renewal, or portfolio consolidation. MOD has described closures as steps “for the longevity of the brand.”
Are any new MOD Pizza locations opening?
Yes — MOD has signaled new stores, including Sacramento, CA, even as it closes underperforming ones. The footprint is shifting, not disappearing.
Closure details compiled October 2026 from FFXnow, PMQ Pizza Magazine, TheStreet, and Florida food-safety records. Store statuses change — verify with MOD directly.
