Kevin Hart recently responded to people who call him an “industry plant” and acknowledged the term as something positive

Kevin Hart closed all locations of his Hart House vegan chain restaurants on Sept. 10, 2024, thanking his supporters in a message shared on Instagram.

The rapid closures of fast food joints come five months after California’s new $20 minimum wage increase was enacted.

Kevin Hart created 'Hart House', intending to offer food options that people wouldn't even realize were vegan. From the naming of menu items to their presentation, the now-closed chain served vegan options that could appeal equally to both meat and non-meat eaters.

Hart House, Kevin Hart's Southern California vegan fast-food chain, closed its four locations Sept. 10. The chain got its start in Los Angeles just two years ago.

Kevin Hart's vegan fast-food chain, Hart House, has closed all its locations after just two years. "To our team, guests, and community, who helped make the change we all craved. A Hartfelt goodbye for now as we start a new chapter,

Kevin Hart’s vegan restaurant chain has quickly closed. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, the comedian launched Hart House in 2022 — with the promise of opening more — alongside what he called a premiere lineup of associates and industry pioneers.