CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A judge has ruled to evict the operators of The Penguin Drive-In, a famous restaurant in east Charlotte. Β
According to paperwork filed in court, the owners of the restaurant allegedly broke their lease and have 10 days to appeal the eviction or they must move out. Β
The paperwork states the owner, Lisa Ballentine, owes more than $17,000 in rent. Β The landlords have already cut the power to the restaurant. Β
The Penguin has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Β Click HERE to read the official bankruptcy filing.
The Penguin has been a fixture in Plaza-Midwood since the 1950’s. Β The restaurant has been featured on several television shows and movies. Β
