Independent restaurants across the U.S. have continued to face pressure from higher operating costs and uneven post-pandemic recovery. In Wichita, that reality is now reaching Chico’s Mexican Restaurant, a family-run business at 4407 W. Maple that has served customers for 52 years. Owner Guadalupe Cordova said the restaurant’s final day will be September 19, 2026.
Chico’s confirms its final closing date after 52 years in business
Chico’s Mexican Restaurant has confirmed that it will permanently close on September 19, according to owner Guadalupe Cordova’s public announcement and follow-up local reporting. The restaurant operates at 4407 W. Maple St. in Wichita and has been in business since 1974, giving it a 52-year run in the city. Cordova thanked customers for supporting the restaurant across multiple generations and said the business would continue operating on a limited basis until the closing date.
The restaurant’s final weeks have included reduced staffing, and Cordova said customers should expect a smaller team on site before the doors close for good. That operational detail is significant because it confirms the business is winding down service rather than shifting ownershi...