In late 2023, Dom’s Kitchen and Market in Chicago merged with Foxtrot Market to establish a chain of small format urban grocery stores.  Combined there were 33 locations in Chicago, Washington, D.C., Dallas and Austin TX.  The stores were essentially upscale convenience groceries featuring premium products, wine, snacks, chef-prepared meals and personal care products and gifts.  Stores offered delivery services and were regarded by regular customers as a neighborhood hub.

It is evident that the concept was limited in its acceptance and was unprofitable.  In a company statement Foxtrot and Dom’s apologized to customers and employees noting, “The decision to close is not being made lightly and we want to express our sincerest gratitude for your support and patronage.

Employees were terminated on April 23rd without notice or payment of wages equivalent to 60 working days as required by the WARN law in Illinois. A class action suit has been filed on behalf of as many as 1,000 employees.