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Other well-known brands, such as Tao Sauerkraut Fish, also face declining fortunes. Once renowned for its unique "no seating over four" policy and waiting times that stretched for hours, Tao’s table turnover rate and per-sales revenue have notably fallen. In just six months, the parent company closed 88 stores, with some outlets suspected of serving pre-prepared dishes from a central kitchen rather than fresh, in-store cooking. This revelation hints at cost-cutting measures possibly impacting product quality and consumer trust.