Cranston, Rhode Island Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Cranston, Rhode Island, with a population of 71,795, is a vibrant city located just south of Providence. Known for its beautiful gardens and parks, it boasts a rich culinary scene that has seen its fair share of culinary evolution. Unfortunately, many closed down restaurants have shaped the local dining landscape, with some permanently closed while others have temporarily closed amid challenges. Discover the stories behind these shut down eateries and their impact on Cranston’s community.

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Efendi’s Mediterranean Cafe & Bar – Cranston – 160 Atwood Ave
160 Atwood Ave
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Spirito’s Restaurant Banquets and Catering – Cranston – 1418 Plainfield Pike
1418 Plainfield Pike
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Boston Market – Cranston – 185 Sockanosset Cross Rd
185 Sockanosset Cross Rd
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Culinary Affair – Cranston – 650 Oaklawn Ave
650 Oaklawn Ave
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Character’s Café РCranston Р82 Rolfe Square
82 Rolfe Square
Cranston, RI 02910
Status: Closed Permanently
PieZoni’s Pizza – Cranston – 40 Sockanosset Cross Rd
40 Sockanosset Cross Rd
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Johnny Rockets – Cranston – 1000 Chapel View Blvd #100
1000 Chapel View Blvd #100
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
QDOBA Mexican Eats – Cranston – 4000 Chapel View Blvd Suite 100
4000 Chapel View Blvd Suite 100
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
The Simple Greek – Cranston – Garden City Center, 111 Hillside Rd
Garden City Center, 111 Hillside Rd
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Takkei – Cranston – 745 Reservoir Ave
745 Reservoir Ave
Cranston, RI 02910
Status: Closed Permanently
Vesuvio – Cranston – 1401 Park Ave
1401 Park Ave
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Ceviches By Divino ® Cranston РCranston Р1000 Chapel View Blvd #100
1000 Chapel View Blvd #100
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Brooklyn Brothers Sandwich & Catering – Cranston – 876 Atwood Ave
876 Atwood Ave
Cranston, RI 02920
Status: Closed Permanently
Red Coach Grill – Cranston
Cranston
Cranston, RI
Status: Closed Permanently

Red Coach Grill was located in Cranston, RI 02920.