Elgin, Illinois Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Elgin, Illinois, a vibrant city with a population of 121,595, nestled along the scenic Fox River just northwest of Chicago. Known for its rich history and beautiful historic downtown, Elgin has seen its fair share of culinary changes. This page explores the noteworthy landscape of closed down restaurants, featuring establishments that have shut down permanently and those that were temporarily closed, offering a glimpse into the city’s evolving dining scene.

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TJ’s Bar & Grill – Elgin – 3145 Us-20
3145 Us-20
Elgin, IL 60124
Status: Closed permanently
Rogue’s Corner РElgin Р109 E Highland Ave
109 E Highland Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
Status: Closed permanently
Moni’s Soulfood Fiesta – Elgin – 13 Douglas Ave
13 Douglas Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
Status: Closed permanently
Legit Dogs and Ice – Elgin – 51 S Grove Ave
51 S Grove Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
Status: Closed permanently
D Hangout Bar and Grill – Elgin – 550 S Mclean Blvd
550 S Mclean Blvd
Elgin, IL 60123
Status: Closed permanently
Elgin BBQ Pit – Elgin – 970 Dundee Ave
970 Dundee Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
Status: Closed permanently
Boston Market – Elgin – 205 S Randall Rd
205 S Randall Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
Status: Closed permanently
Larkin Cafe – Elgin – 1568 Larkin Ave
1568 Larkin Ave
Elgin, IL 60123
Status: Closed permanently
J Pho – Elgin – 1020 Summit St
1020 Summit St
Elgin, IL 60120
Status: Closed permanently
Gifford’s Kitchen & Social – Elgin – 2300 Bushwood Dr
2300 Bushwood Dr
Elgin, IL 60124
Status: Closed permanently
Howard Johnson’s Restaurant – Elgin
Route 25
Elgin, IL
Status: Closed Permanently

Howard Johnson's Restaurant was located at Route 25, just off the Northwest Tollway, Elgin, IL 60123. The opening and closing dates are not provided. The subsequent occupants of the location are not mentioned.