Dutman Ghale LLC, which does business as Bonsai Japanese Steakhouse in Louisville, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Kentucky. Court records do not specify a reason for the filing.
Note: Chapter 11 allows businesses to reorganize their debts while continuing operations under court supervision. Dutman Ghale LLC has filed for Chapter 11 Subchapter V. This provides a streamlined process for qualifying small business debtors. A Chapter 11 filing does not necessarily mean that a business is closing. For additional information, readers are encouraged to contact the business directly.
Dutman Ghale LLC Files for Bankruptcy
The company submitted a Chapter 11 petition on November 9, according to the case records on PACER. The records identify Dutman Ghale LLC as a small business debtor, adding that it has opted for a Subchapter V filing.
Dut Man Ghale is the authorized representative who signed the petition prior to the filing.
Highlights from the Petition
According to the petition, Dutman Ghale LLC reported estimated assets and liabilities ranging from $500,001 to $1 million.
The company submitted a list of creditors with the largest unsecured claims. These creditors include American Momentum Bank, JFC International Inc., Kentucky Department of Revenue, Martinez Produce and Seafood, and others.
Attorney Tyler R. Yeager of Kaplan Johnson Abate & Bird LLP is representing the company.
A summary of the Chapter 11 petition is shared here:
- Filing Date: November 9, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Kentucky
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11, Subchapter V
- Case Number: 26-32959-mbn
- Estimated Assets: Between $500,001 and $1 million
- Estimated Liabilities: Between $500,001 and $1 million
- Estimated Creditors: 1-49
About the Company
Bonsai Japanese Steakhouse serves a range of items, including sushi and steakhouse dishes. The company website shows that these items are prepared using Japanese cooking techniques. Offerings also include drinks, and customers can access its menu online for dine-in and takeout orders.
The website adds that the restaurant is owned by Dutman, who has more than 29 years of experience in Japanese cuisine. It also provides event dining for corporate gatherings, family celebrations, and other group occasions.
