Metairie, Louisiana Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Metairie, Louisiana, home to approximately 141,013 residents, is a vibrant suburb nestled just outside of New Orleans. Known for its thriving dining scene and the lush beauty of Lake Pontchartrain, Metairie has seen its fair share of culinary evolution. However, many closed down restaurants have left a notable mark on the community. From spots that were temporarily closed to those that have permanently shut down, explore the stories behind these beloved establishments.

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Smoke House Grill – Metairie – 200 Metairie-Hammond Hwy
200 Metairie-Hammond Hwy
Metairie, LA 70005
Status: Closed permanently
El Fogon Tacos & Grill – Metairie – 4726 Veterans Blvd
4726 Veterans Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006
Status: Closed permanently
Restaurant Cypress – Metairie – 4426 Transcontinental Dr
4426 Transcontinental Dr
Metairie, LA 70006
Status: Closed permanently
eatwell.kitchen Real Food Real Fast – Metairie – 2200 N Causeway Blvd
2200 N Causeway Blvd
Metairie, LA 70001
Status: Closed permanently
Royal China Restaurant – Metairie – 600 Veterans Memorial Blvd
600 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70005
Status: Closed permanently
Lou Lou’s Snoballs & Ice Cream – Metairie – 734 Papworth Ave
734 Papworth Ave
Metairie, LA 70005
Status: Closed permanently
Jamba 730 Veterans Blvd – Metairie – 730 Veterans Memorial Blvd Unit C
730 Veterans Memorial Blvd Unit C
Metairie, LA 70005
Status: Closed permanently
Legacy Kitchen – Metairie – 759 Veterans Memorial Blvd
759 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70005
Status: Closed permanently
Chaps Chicken – Metairie – 3343 Metairie Rd Suite 1 & 2
3343 Metairie Rd Suite 1 & 2
Metairie, LA 70001
Status: Closed permanently
Em Trai Sandwich Co. – Metairie – 3804 Veterans Memorial Blvd
3804 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Marcello’s of Metairie – Metairie – 4860 Veterans Blvd
4860 Veterans Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006
Status: Closed permanently
Cafe B – Metairie – 2700 Metairie Rd
2700 Metairie Rd
Metairie, LA 70001
Status: Closed permanently
Smashburger – Metairie – 3301 Veterans Blvd Suite 79A
3301 Veterans Blvd Suite 79A
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Corner Cafe – Metairie – 3316 Green Acres Rd
3316 Green Acres Rd
Metairie, LA 70003
Status: Closed permanently
Mellow Mushroom – Metairie – 3131 Veterans Memorial Blvd
3131 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
East Buffet – Metairie – 2750 Severn Ave
2750 Severn Ave
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Lager’s International Ale House – Metairie – 3501 Veterans Memorial Blvd
3501 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
YuYan Kitchen – Metairie – 3547 18Th St
3547 18Th St
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Three B’s Burger & Wine Bar – Metairie – 3322 N Turnbull Dr
3322 N Turnbull Dr
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Zita’s La Pizzeria LLC – Metairie – 2221 Transcontinental Dr
2221 Transcontinental Dr
Metairie, LA 70001
Status: Closed permanently
Pokeworks – Metairie – 3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd #119
3413 Veterans Memorial Blvd #119
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Ground Pat’i Grille & Bar – Metairie – 3124 David Dr
3124 David Dr
Metairie, LA 70003
Status: Closed permanently
Dab’s Bistro – Metairie – 3401 N Hullen St
3401 N Hullen St
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Main Squeeze Juice Co. – Metairie – 2561 Metairie Rd Suite D
2561 Metairie Rd Suite D
Metairie, LA 70001
Status: Closed permanently
Zoës Kitchen РMetairie Р701 Metairie Road Suite 1A103
701 Metairie Road Suite 1A103
Metairie, LA 70005
Status: Closed permanently
Zoës Kitchen РMetairie Р4243 Veterans Memorial Blvd
4243 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006
Status: Closed permanently
Korea House Restaurant – Metairie – 3547 18Th St
3547 18Th St
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
The Gumbo Krewe Restaurant – Metairie – 4517 W Esplanade Ave
4517 W Esplanade Ave
Metairie, LA 70006
Status: Closed permanently
Andrea’s Restaurant – Metairie – 3100 19Th St
3100 19Th St
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Riccobono’s Peppermill – Metairie – 3524 Severn Ave
3524 Severn Ave
Metairie, LA 70002
Status: Closed permanently
Jacks Or Better Restaurant – Metairie
4725 Veterans Blvd
Metairie, LA 70006
Status: Closed Permanently

Jacks Or Better Restaurant, located at 4725 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA 70006, opened for business in 1973. The chain was bought by Howard Johnson in 1978.