Welcome to Decatur, Illinois, a vibrant city with a population of 83,566, located in the heart of Central Illinois. Known for its rich history and beautiful parks, Decatur has seen its fair share of culinary gems come and go. This page highlights the closed-down restaurants that once graced our streets, including those that have permanently closed their doors and those that were temporarily closed during challenging times. Join us as we remember these beloved dining spots that have shut down over the years.
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Howard Johnson's Restaurant was located at 273 E Pershing Rd, Decatur, IL 62526. The restaurant has been replaced by a Culver's. The hotel appears to have been turned into a car wash.
The location at 3131 N Water St, Decatur, IL 62526 was a Ground Round Restaurant in 1995 and now appears to be an urgent care center.
Bennigan's, located at 2350 Mount Zion Rd, Decatur, IL 62521, later became Corona's Mexican Restaurant & Bar, and is currently occupied by Charro Mexican.