Eric from PJ’s Steakhouse faced legal issues and eventually the restaurant closed down.
PJ’s Steakhouse, located in Queens, New York, was featured on the reality television show “Kitchen Nightmares” where celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay attempts to help struggling restaurants turn their business around. Eric was the owner and manager of the establishment. Despite the efforts made on the show to revitalize the restaurant, PJ’s Steakhouse was unable to overcome its challenges.
After the episode aired, it was reported that Eric faced a series of legal and financial troubles. The restaurant struggled with debt, and the economic downturn further impacted its viability. Customer reviews after the “Kitchen Nightmares” intervention were mixed, and it seemed that the restaurant failed to maintain the momentum needed to stay afloat.
Ultimately, PJ’s Steakhouse closed its doors. The exact details surrounding the closure are not widely publicized, but it is common for restaurants in such competitive markets to succumb to financial pressures, especially after failing to implement lasting changes following a turnaround attempt. Eric’s current endeavors following the closure of PJ’s Steakhouse are not well-documented in the public domain.