The Tavern Bar & Tacos, LLC has entered into a Chapter 11 bankruptcy process. The Tex-Mex restaurant and bar’s latest move is aimed at restructuring its debts. Operations are expected to continue while the business proceeds as a “small business debtor” in the bankruptcy.
The Tavern Bar & Tacos, LLC Seeks Bankruptcy Protection
The Tavern Bar & Tacos, LLC made a voluntary Chapter 11 filing on February 26, the latest case details available on PACER state. The Orlando restaurant and bar’s proceedings are taking place in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Court documents classify the company as a small business debtor under federal bankruptcy law. In addition, it has chosen to move ahead under Subchapter V of Chapter 11.
Company Background
Since 2021, The Tavern Bar & Tacos, LLC has been serving patrons with several Mexican-inspired items for breakfasts and brunches. The dining community visits the downtown Orlando-based location for its crafted range of drinks as well.
According to the company’s website, the areas covered by the Tex-Mex restaurant and bar include Fairview Shores, Eatonville, Holden Heights, Conway, Lockhart, Vista Lake, Fern Park, Oak Ridge, Altamonte Springs, Edgewood, Goldenrod, Pine Castles, and more.
Case Related Details
Court filings state that attorney L William Porter, III of Latham, Luna, Eden & Beaudine, LLP is legally representing The Tavern Bar & Tacos, LLC in the case. Eddie J. Santiago, the company’s managing member, is mentioned as its authorized representative in the petition. Further information mentioned in the Chapter 11 Subchapter V petition is here:
- Filing Date: February 26, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition, Subchapter V
- Chapter: 11
- Case Number: 6:26-bk-01318
- Estimated Assets: $0 to $50,000
- Estimated Liabilities: $500,001 to $1 million
- Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision
According to case filings, attorney L William Porter, III, on behalf of the Tex-Mex restaurant and bar, submitted the 13-page petition in court. Filing details indicate that the attorney also submitted a corporate ownership statement and a certificate of authorization to file the bankruptcy petition.
Court documents estimate the company has between 1 and 49 creditors. A list of creditors with the 20 largest unsecured claims who are not insiders was submitted to the court. Court filings indicate that funds will be available for distribution to the unsecured creditors.
Other documents submitted by the attorney include a list of equity security holders, verification of the creditor matrix, and disclosure of the attorney’s compensation.
Because The Tavern Bar & Tacos, LLC’s liabilities exceed its assets, the restaurant and bar are seeking court guidance to reorganize and stabilize op
