While pizza sales seem to be doing ok, the real estate market is hurting a local chain. Giordano's filed for bankruptcy protection in court today after defaulting on real estate loans. The company, which owns and/or operates six Chicago locations, four joint-venture operations and 35 additional franchise spots, plans to remain open during the Chapter 11 process. [Crain's]
Giordano's [Photo: DiscoverDuPage/Flickr]