Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries Closed Jacksonville Location
The restaurant at 1027 Danmac Lane ceased operations after facing ongoing unprofitability.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries permanently closed its Jacksonville restaurant on September 16, 2026. The location had been serving customers since June 2024.
Why it matters
Management pointed to consistent financial losses and the impending increase in the Florida minimum wage as primary drivers for the closure. The company stated it is assisting the 15 displaced staff members in securing new employment.
The closure affects 15 employees at the 1027 Danmac Lane site, which opened in June 2024. Florida's state minimum wage is set to rise to $15 per hour on September 30, 2026.
The players
Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries
This North Carolina-founded restaurant chain operates approximately 50 locations across the country.
The details
The restaurant operated at 1027 Danmac Lane before shutting its doors permanently. Hwy 55, founded in North Carolina, continues to operate dozens of other locations elsewhere.
Timeline
The restaurant opened in Jacksonville in June 2024.
The location permanently closed on September 16, 2026.
Florida minimum wage increases to $15 an hour on September 30, 2026.
Market Landscape
This closure highlights how retail businesses are adjusting their operational footprint in response to mandated labor cost increases. It demonstrates the ongoing shift in the quick-service industry as companies balance unit profitability against rising state-level wage floors.
Local diners in the area of 1027 Danmac Lane will need to find alternative dining options following the permanent closure of this site. The company is currently providing support services to assist the 15 former employees with their career transitions.
The takeaway
Businesses often perform rigorous financial reviews of individual store performance before deciding to exit a specific market. Employees affected by sudden restaurant closures should inquire about corporate transition assistance programs immediately.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by News 4 Jax.
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