Brixx Hits a Wall in East Cobb

Pizza restaurant abruptly closes 

Brixx Wood Fired Pizza has closed its location at The Avenue East Cobb.  The restaurant, which opened in early 2014 closed after dinner service yesterday.  Brixx opened in a space that was originally a Johnny Rocket's, but that had been vacant for a few years.  Local sources indicate that sales at the restaurant have dipped over the past few months and that a reported increase in rent were contributing factors in the decision to close the restaurant.  

Earlier this afternoon, the restaurant posted the following message to their Facebook page:

"It has been a pleasure being part of the East Cobb community and getting to know our guests, many of whom have become dear friends. Sadly, we chose to close our doors for the last time yesterday, Sunday, August 28. We will miss serving you and we thank you for your kindnesses to us.  

If you have gift cards or gift certificate, they remain valid at any Brixx location."

Nick Vadgama, the franchisee of the East Cobb location, also owns Brixx restaurants in Greensboro and Winston-Salem, N.C.

Separately, a Brixx location in downtown Athens that had been open just under two years closed about two weeks ago.  

In addition, a Brixx location that opened this past October in Arlington County, Virginia closed this past April, lasting barely six months.  

The Charlotte-based chain, which got its start in 1998 and today has over 30 locations, is now left with just one restaurant in Georgia, at The Avenue Peachtree City.  

Are you surprised Brixx closed its East Cobb location?  What would you like to see open in place of the pizza joint?  What is your favorite place for casual pizza?

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