Clayton, North Carolina Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Clayton, North Carolina, a charming town with a population of 67,724, nestled just southeast of Raleigh. Known for its vibrant community spirit, Clayton also has a rich dining history, featuring several establishments that have recently seen their doors shut down. This page highlights the closed down restaurants that have left a mark on our culinary landscape, including those that closed permanently and others that were temporarily closed. Explore the stories behind these dining spots and what they meant to our community.

Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided as a resource, but it may not always be 100% accurate. While we strive to research and verify details, errors can occur, and businesses frequently change names, locations, or reopen after closing. Addresses, operating status, and other details may be outdated or incorrect. Use this information at your own risk. If you spot an error, please contact us here, and we will do our best to update it promptly.


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Sun Arch Buffet – Clayton – 877 Town Centre Blvd
877 Town Centre Blvd
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Ray’s Pizza – Clayton – 529 Nc-42
529 Nc-42
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Kainat is closed – Clayton – 861 Town Centre Blvd
861 Town Centre Blvd
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Bernie’s Southern Gourmet Buffet – Clayton – 10365 Us Hwy 70 W
10365 Us Hwy 70 W
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Corner Kitch’N – Clayton – 11453 Us Hwy 70, Bus W
11453 Us Hwy 70, Bus W
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Lucky Chicken – Clayton – 312 E Main St
312 E Main St
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Lone Star Steakhouse – Clayton – 13049 Us-70 Bus
13049 Us-70 Bus
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Charlie’s BBQ & Grille – Clayton – 8948 Cleveland Rd
8948 Cleveland Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently
Nina‚Äôs Restaurant & Bar – Clayton – 312 E Main St
312 E Main St
Clayton, NC 27520
Status: Closed Permanently