Gadsden, Alabama Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Gadsden, Alabama, a vibrant city with a population of 66,022, nestled along the Coosa River and known for its scenic parks and outdoor activities. Despite its charm, Gadsden has seen its fair share of culinary changes, with several closed down restaurants over the years. From those that permanently closed to others that temporarily shut down, we explore the stories behind these dining spots and what they once offered to the community.

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Villa Fiesta
825 Rainbow Dr
Gadsden, AL
Status: Closed Down
Open Date: 1/1/2017
Closed Date: 11/8/2025

Closed after 32 years; known for birthdays and celebrations; community shared fond memories.

Villa Fiesta
825 Rainbow Dr
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently Closed
Open Date: 3/6/1993
Closed Date: 10/1/2025

Baton Rouge classic since 1971; closed suddenly.

Cafe 5 – Gadsden – 501 Broad St
501 Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
Logan’s Roadhouse – Gadsden – 835 Rainbow Dr
835 Rainbow Dr
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
CLOSED The Fish Market Restaurant – Gadsden – 1504 Rainbow Dr
1504 Rainbow Dr
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
April’s Kitchen – Gadsden – 601 Walnut St
601 Walnut St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
JP & Son – Gadsden – 1640 Al-77
1640 Al-77
Gadsden, AL 35907
Status: Permanently closed
The Wacked Out Weiner Gadsden – Gadsden – 227 Broad St
227 Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
Flip Side cafe – Gadsden – 931 Rainbow Dr
931 Rainbow Dr
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
Shoney’s – Gadsden – 202 E Meighan Blvd
202 E Meighan Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35903
Status: Permanently closed
Turkey Leg Shack – Gadsden – 710 E Broad St
710 E Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35903
Status: Permanently closed
Subs Unlimited – Gadsden – 1404 Old S 4Th St
1404 Old S 4Th St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
Palermo’s Italian Grill – Gadsden – 607 E Meighan Blvd
607 E Meighan Blvd
Gadsden, AL 35903
Status: Permanently closed
Local Joe’s – Gadsden – 1640 Al-77
1640 Al-77
Gadsden, AL 35907
Status: Permanently closed
Mayan Mexican Restaurant – Gadsden – 486 George Wallace Dr
486 George Wallace Dr
Gadsden, AL 35903
Status: Permanently closed
The Fisherman Restaurant – Gadsden – 1873 Al-77
1873 Al-77
Gadsden, AL 35907
Status: Permanently closed
Flippin Dough LLC. – Gadsden – 218 Wall St
218 Wall St
Gadsden, AL 35904
Status: Permanently closed
Blu Chophouse – Gadsden – 538 Broad St
538 Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
S‚Ä¢A Cantina – Gadsden – 519 Broad St
519 Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
Current Market & Deli – Gadsden – 1 River Rd
1 River Rd
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
The Gridiron of Gadsden – Gadsden – 201 S 3Rd St
201 S 3Rd St
Gadsden, AL 35901
Status: Permanently closed
Ruby Tuesday – Gadsden – 113 Walker St
113 Walker St
Gadsden, AL 35904
Status: Permanently closed
Daiquiri Hut & Lounge – Gadsden – 716 E Broad St
716 E Broad St
Gadsden, AL 35903
Status: Permanently closed