The Augusta Hooters, a beloved Masters Week tradition, was demolished after closing in July following bankruptcy.

The Augusta Hooters, a longtime fixture near Augusta National Golf Club, was demolished on Monday, ending its role as a Masters Week tradition. The restaurant closed in late July following the parent company’s March 2025 bankruptcy filing, part of a wave that has shuttered over 40 Hooters locations since a 2019 private equity acquisition. Known for its all-female staff in white tank tops and orange shorts, the Augusta spot drew fans during tournament week, especially when golfer John Daly used to sell merchandise from his RV, earning $780,000 in one year. The demolition marks the end of a unique fan experience tied to golf’s most prestigious event.