Welcome to Brooklyn, New York, a vibrant borough with a population of 2,589,974. Known for its iconic Brooklyn Bridge and diverse culinary scene, the city is not only home to thriving eateries but also a number of closed down restaurants that tell stories of changing tastes and trends. From venues that have shut down permanently to those that are temporarily closed, explore Brooklyn’s unique dining history and reflect on the ever-evolving landscape of its gastronomic offerings.
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Checkers – Brooklyn – 682 Rockaway Ave
682 Rockaway Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Status: Permanently Closed
Hugo & Sons Pizza – Brooklyn – 499 11Th St
499 11Th St
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Status: Permanently Closed
Rayhon – Brooklyn – 1915 Avenue U
1915 Avenue U
Brooklyn, NY 11229
Status: Permanently Closed
Del’rio Diner Restaurant – Brooklyn – 166 Kings Hwy
166 Kings Hwy
Brooklyn, NY 11223
Status: Permanently Closed
Angela’s – Brooklyn – 417 Nostrand Ave
417 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Status: Permanently Closed
La Bella Vita Wood-Fired Pizza & Restaurant – Brooklyn – 524 4Th Ave
524 4Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Status: Permanently Closed
The CopperPot – Brooklyn – 347 Van Brunt St
347 Van Brunt St
Brooklyn, NY 11231
Status: Permanently Closed
Little King – Brooklyn – 749 Metropolitan Ave
749 Metropolitan Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Status: Permanently Closed
Ria Bella Pizza – Brooklyn – 1049 Manhattan Ave
1049 Manhattan Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Status: Permanently Closed
Los Nopales – Brooklyn – 191 5Th Ave
191 5Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Status: Permanently Closed
Pop Up – Brooklyn – 128 Meserole St
128 Meserole St
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Status: Permanently Closed
Artichoke Basille’s Pizza – Brooklyn – 148 N 7Th St
148 N 7Th St
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Status: Permanently Closed
SaltBrick Tavern – Brooklyn – 156 Tillary St
156 Tillary St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Status: Permanently Closed
Magazine Bar – Brooklyn – 130 Franklin St
130 Franklin St
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Status: Permanently Closed
Bagels N Greens – Brooklyn – 5113 13Th Ave
5113 13Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11219
Status: Permanently Closed
Il Sogno Secondo – Brooklyn – 310 5Th Ave
310 5Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Status: Permanently Closed
Gallito’s Kitchen – Brooklyn – 140 Montague St
140 Montague St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Status: Permanently Closed
POQUITO PICANTE Agavería РBrooklyn Р497 Atlantic Ave
497 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Status: Permanently Closed
Lighthouse Diner – Brooklyn – 7506 3Rd Ave
7506 3Rd Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Status: Permanently Closed
2 Bros. Pizza – Brooklyn – 395 Flatbush Ave Ext
395 Flatbush Ave Ext
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Status: Permanently Closed
Blk box Eatz – Brooklyn – 140 Empire Blvd
140 Empire Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11225
Status: Permanently Closed
Neeloo – Brooklyn – 284 Grand St
284 Grand St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Status: Permanently Closed
Lady’s – Brooklyn – 572 Fulton St
572 Fulton St
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Status: Permanently Closed
D’oeuvre – Brooklyn – 1775 Flatbush Ave
1775 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11210
Status: Permanently Closed
Sole Mio – Brooklyn – 647 5Th Ave
647 5Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Status: Permanently Closed
Chayhana Uzbek Restaurant – Brooklyn – 488 Kings Hwy
488 Kings Hwy
Brooklyn, NY 11223
Status: Permanently Closed
ISA GRILL HOUSE – Brooklyn – 6820 14Th Ave
6820 14Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11219
Status: Permanently Closed
DUMBO KITCHEN – Brooklyn – 108 Jay St
108 Jay St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Status: Permanently Closed
Chef Andrea – Brooklyn – 7312 13Th Ave
7312 13Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11228
Status: Permanently Closed
The Trade Union Cafe – Brooklyn – 346 Malcolm X Blvd
346 Malcolm X Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11233
Status: Permanently Closed
FAMILY Pizza – Brooklyn – 5119 Avenue U #5201
5119 Avenue U #5201
Brooklyn, NY 11234
Status: Permanently Closed
Sweethaus – Brooklyn – 135 Metropolitan Ave
135 Metropolitan Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Status: Permanently Closed
J&D Asian Kitchen – Brooklyn – 882 Dekalb Ave
882 Dekalb Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11221
Status: Permanently Closed
ROCK N HOT CHICKEN – Brooklyn – 529 Stanley Ave
529 Stanley Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11207
Status: Permanently Closed
Toby’s Public House – Brooklyn – 215 Columbia St
215 Columbia St
Brooklyn, NY 11231
Status: Permanently Closed
Bar Uni – Brooklyn – 674 Manhattan Ave
674 Manhattan Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Status: Permanently Closed
Shogun BBQ – Brooklyn – 6201 11Th Ave
6201 11Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11219
Status: Permanently Closed
M – Brooklyn – 222 Franklin St
222 Franklin St
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Status: Permanently Closed
Guadalupe Inn – Brooklyn – 1 Knickerbocker Ave
1 Knickerbocker Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11237
Status: Permanently Closed
Scam – Brooklyn – 5 Martense St
5 Martense St
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Status: Permanently Closed
Summerhill – Brooklyn – 637 Nostrand Ave
637 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Status: Permanently Closed
Mimi Cheng’s Dumplings – Brooklyn – 224 Atlantic Ave
224 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Status: Permanently Closed
SoulBK – Brooklyn – 706 Nostrand Ave
706 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11216
Status: Permanently Closed
Blue Corn Restaurant – Brooklyn – 6916 18Th Ave
6916 18Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11204
Status: Permanently Closed
Fuel Juice Bar – Brooklyn – 911 Broadway
911 Broadway
Brooklyn, NY 11206
Status: Permanently Closed
Great China – Brooklyn – 5421 5Th Ave
5421 5Th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11220
Status: Permanently Closed
Baklava Bakery – Brooklyn – 55 Water St
55 Water St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Status: Permanently Closed
Qingshu 86 Spicy Hot Pot 青蔬麻辣烫 РBrooklyn Р2117 86Th St
2117 86Th St
Brooklyn, NY 11214
Status: Permanently Closed
Falafel King – Brooklyn – 2111 E 9Th St
2111 E 9Th St
Brooklyn, NY 11223
Status: Permanently Closed
METTĀ РBrooklyn Р197 Adelphi St
197 Adelphi St
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Status: Permanently Closed