Ham's facts for kids
| Industry | Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1935 |
| Defunct | July 12, 2022 |
| Headquarters | , |
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Areas served
|
North Carolina and Virginia |
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Key people
|
Charlie Erwin |
Ham's Restaurant was a popular chain of restaurants. It had locations mainly in North Carolina and Virginia.
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The Story of Ham's
Ham's Restaurant first opened its doors in 1935. This was in Greensboro, North Carolina. Many years later, in 1984, a person named Charlie Erwin bought the first restaurant. He helped the business grow a lot. Soon, there were over 20 Ham's restaurants. They were spread across North Carolina and southern Virginia.
Changes Over Time
In 2009, the company faced some financial difficulties. It had to file for bankruptcy. This means it needed help to manage its money. The company was then sold to new owners. The new owners kept Ham's going. But they made some big changes. They closed many older restaurants. They also opened new ones with fresh ideas. Sadly, the very last Ham's restaurant closed in 2022. This location was in High Point, North Carolina. It closed because it didn't have enough staff. This closure marked the end of the Ham's restaurant chain.
Where Ham's Restaurants Used to Be
Ham's restaurants were mostly found in North Carolina and Virginia. They also had one location in Florida.
Florida Locations
North Carolina Locations
- Asheville, NC
- Burlington, NC
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Greensboro, NC (4 locations)
- Hickory, North Carolina
- High Point, NC (2 locations)
- Kernersville, NC
- Shelby, NC
- Winston-Salem, NC
Virginia Locations
Fun at Ham's
Ham's restaurants were known for more than just food. They also offered fun entertainment for their guests. This included live music performances. You could also enjoy karaoke, where people sing along to songs. Another popular activity was NTN trivia, a game where you answer questions.
