Downey, California Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Downey, California, a vibrant city with a population of 112,322, nestled in the heart of Los Angeles County. Known for its rich history and the iconic Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey also has its share of culinary stories, including closed down restaurants that have left a mark on the community. Explore the list of permanently closed, temporarily closed, and those that have shut down, reflecting the ever-changing landscape of dining in this dynamic city.

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Habana Cafe – Downey – 11402 Old River School Rd
11402 Old River School Rd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
South Pacific Restaurant – Downey – 12215 Paramount Blvd
12215 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
Food Culture LA – Downey – 7665 Firestone Blvd
7665 Firestone Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Quiznos – Downey – 12018 Lakewood Blvd
12018 Lakewood Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
Macs & Stacks – The Promenade at Downey – Downey – 8860 Apollo Way
8860 Apollo Way
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Downey – 129 Stonewood St
129 Stonewood St
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Great Khan’s Stonewood – Downey – 251 Stonewood St
251 Stonewood St
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Macs & Stacks – The Promenade at Downey – Downey – 8860 Apollo Way
8860 Apollo Way
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Downey – 129 Stonewood St
129 Stonewood St
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Great Khan’s Stonewood – Downey – 251 Stonewood St
251 Stonewood St
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Vasilio’s Restaurant – Downey – 7931 Firestone Blvd
7931 Firestone Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
George’s – Downey – 7857 Florence Ave
7857 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Downey – 8843 Rosecrans Ave Suite B
8843 Rosecrans Ave Suite B
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
Garden Buffet – Downey – 467 Stonewood St
467 Stonewood St
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Elephant Bar Restaurant – Downey – 12002 Lakewood Blvd
12002 Lakewood Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
Boston Market – Downey – 8606 Firestone Blvd
8606 Firestone Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Downey – 8254 Firestone Blvd
8254 Firestone Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Noodle World Jr – Downey – 8236 Firestone Blvd
8236 Firestone Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Coco’s Bakery Restaurant – Downey – 7900 Florence Ave
7900 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Zaiqa Grill – Downey – 8814 Imperial Hwy
8814 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
PELICANA CHICKEN – DOWNEY – Downey – 8248 Firestone Blvd
8248 Firestone Blvd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Studio Movie Grill – Downey – 8200 3Rd St
8200 3Rd St
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Pacific Burgers – Downey – 8019 Stewart And Gray Rd
8019 Stewart And Gray Rd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Mi Cielo Restaurant – Downey – 11040 Downey Ave
11040 Downey Ave
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Krazy Cup Munchies Bar – Downey – 13117 Lakewood Blvd
13117 Lakewood Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
Paper Osteria & Pizza Co. – Downey – 9500 Lakewood Blvd
9500 Lakewood Blvd
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Carnitas Michoacanas – Downey – 7385 Stewart And Gray Rd
7385 Stewart And Gray Rd
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Pepe’s Downey – Downey – 9020 Telegraph Rd
9020 Telegraph Rd
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Fresh Griller – Downey – Downey – 8855 Apollo Way
8855 Apollo Way
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently
Cafe Opa – Downey – 3805, 9905 Paramount Blvd
3805, 9905 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
CGP Management Co – Downey – 9243 Lakewood Blvd
9243 Lakewood Blvd
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
To Nostimo Greek Food – Downey – 8659 Florence Ave
8659 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240
Status: Closed Permanently
Granata’s Italian Villa – Downey – 11032 Downey Ave
11032 Downey Ave
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Hot Dog on a Stick – Downey – 109 Stonewood St
109 Stonewood St
Downey, CA 90241
Status: Closed Permanently
Sambo’s – Downey – 7954 Imperial Hwy.
7954 Imperial Hwy.
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently

Sambo's, located at 7954 Imperial Hwy., Downey, CA 90242, has been replaced by a Starbucks.

Pup ‘N’ Taco – Downey
11905 Paramount Blvd
Downey, CA 90242
Status: Closed Permanently

Pup 'N' Taco, located at 11905 Paramount Blvd, Downey, CA 90242, held an auction to sell all of its equipment on April 20, 1985. The location is now occupied by Taco Bell.