A seaside town fast food takeaway has gone into liquidation after just over two years of operation. M Dilaxy Chicken, located in Worthing, West Sussex, appointed liquidators on June 5, according to public records published on The Gazette. The takeaway, which sold fried chicken, wings, and burgers, was situated in a parade of shops on Dominion Road, a residential area of Worthing, alongside other restaurants and a barbershop.
Low Ratings and Customer Complaints
The takeaway had a low 2.3-star rating on Google based on seven reviews. While some customers praised the friendly staff and value for money, three reviews claimed the chicken was undercooked, and another described the food as "disgusting." One five-star review stated: "Every single time I go there, the food never disappoints. Chicken always fresh and very tasty. Wraps are my favourite. Big portions of chips and only 4.99 per meal deal. Nice service too." However, a negative review read: "Me and some mates came down to get a chicken burger and haven’t stopped throwing up all night, undercooked chicken do not advise to eat here."
Financial Troubles
Companies typically enter liquidation when they are no longer financially viable. Filings with Companies House revealed that M Dilaxy Chicken owed £13,193 to trade and expense creditors, including £9,504 to British Gas and £1,757 to refuse removal service Biffa Waste. With only £3,840 in assets, the business faced a shortfall of £9,454. Liquidators will sell off assets to convert them into cash to pay off creditors and satisfy debts.
Broader Hospitality Struggles
Liquidation does not necessarily indicate wrongdoing; it can result from falling sales, rising costs, or overtrading. Several hospitality businesses have recently faced similar fates. Last month, family-run pub The Sorcerer's Watering Hole in Brentford appointed liquidators after being taken over by the McCormack family in 2019. The pub industry has been particularly hard hit, with approximately two British pubs closing per day in the first quarter of 2026, according to the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA).
The Express has contacted insolvency firm Anderson Brookes, which is now representing M Dilaxy Chicken, for comment.
