Kilgore, Texas Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Kilgore, Texas, a vibrant city with a population of 24,976, nestled conveniently near the scenic Piney Woods. Known for its rich oil history and the iconic East Texas Oil Museum, Kilgore has seen its fair share of culinary ventures. Unfortunately, several closed down restaurants have left their mark on the local dining scene, with many permanently closed or temporarily closed. Explore the stories behind these businesses that once brought flavor to this charming city.

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Shipyard Liberty City
5991 Old Hwy 135 N
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Permanently Closed
Closed Date: 11/1/2025

Multiple San Diego favorites shutting down due to rising rents and staffing issues.

Lucy’s Tacos To Go – Kilgore – 3203 Tx-135
3203 Tx-135
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Texas Burgers and Fries – Kilgore – 3668 Co Rd 192
3668 Co Rd 192
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Croos sanitation – Kilgore – 1801 Industrial Blvd
1801 Industrial Blvd
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
DoeBoys Taste of Chicago – Kilgore – 2701 S Henderson Blvd
2701 S Henderson Blvd
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
The Tackle Box – Catfish, Seafood, & Southern Home Cooking – Kilgore – 2700 Us-259 Bus
2700 Us-259 Bus
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Maw & Paw’s Kountry Kitchen – Kilgore – 3503 Us-259 Bus
3503 Us-259 Bus
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Ma And Paws Country Kitchen – Kilgore – 3381-3421 Us-259 Bus
3381-3421 Us-259 Bus
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Kilgore – 2101 Stone Rd
2101 Stone Rd
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Two Brothers – Kilgore – 107 N Kilgore St
107 N Kilgore St
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Kilgore Cafe – Kilgore – 3503 Us-259 Bus
3503 Us-259 Bus
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Church’s Chicken – Kilgore – 806 Us-259 Bus
806 Us-259 Bus
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Shell – Kilgore – 100 N Henderson Blvd
100 N Henderson Blvd
Kilgore, TX 75662
Status: Closed Permanently
Shipyard Liberty City
5991 Old 135
Kilgore, TX
Status: Closed Down

Owner announced closure on Facebook; emotional farewell to community.