Benicia, California Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Benicia, California, with a population of 28,350, is a charming waterfront city nestled on the shores of the Carquinez Strait. Known for its rich history and vibrant arts scene, Benicia has seen its share of culinary delights. Unfortunately, several beloved establishments have closed down, with some permanently closed and others temporarily closed before shutting down for good. Explore this list of closed down restaurants to reminisce about the flavors that once enriched our community.

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Pappas Restaurant – Benicia – 1654 E 2Nd St
1654 E 2Nd St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Grand China – Benicia – 718 1St St
718 1St St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Char’s Hot Dogs – Benicia – 523 1St St
523 1St St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Capitol Cafe – Benicia – 104 W G St
104 W G St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Capitol Cafe – Benicia – 104 W G St
104 W G St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Benicia – 2052 Columbus Pkwy
2052 Columbus Pkwy
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
First St. Cafe – Benicia – 440 1St St
440 1St St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Kinder’s – Benicia – 333 1St St A
333 1St St A
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Rosie’s Cafe – Benicia – 3001 Bayshore Rd
3001 Bayshore Rd
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Aung MayLiKa Burmese Cuisine – Benicia – 836 Southampton Rd Ste E
836 Southampton Rd Ste E
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Dapper Doughnut – Benicia – 560 1St St # A-105
560 1St St # A-105
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
FUSION EXPRESS – Benicia – 836 Southampton Rd Suite E
836 Southampton Rd Suite E
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently
Captain Blyther’s – Benicia – 123 1St St
123 1St St
Benicia, CA 94510
Status: Closed Permanently