Hickory, North Carolina Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to our city page dedicated to Hickory, North Carolina, a charming city with a population of 80,303 nestled between the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains and Lake Hickory. Known for its rich furniture-making history, Hickory has seen a number of dining establishments come and go. Explore the stories behind some of the closed down restaurants, including those that have permanently shut down and others that were only temporarily closed, reflecting the ever-changing culinary landscape of our beloved city.

Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided as a resource, but it may not always be 100% accurate. While we strive to research and verify details, errors can occur, and businesses frequently change names, locations, or reopen after closing. Addresses, operating status, and other details may be outdated or incorrect. Use this information at your own risk. If you spot an error, please contact us here, and we will do our best to update it promptly.


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Wingz Grill
Hickory Regional Airport
Hickory, NC
Status: Closed Down
Closed Date: 10/1/2025

Closing after 1½ years; exploring relocation.

Ham’s Restaurant – Hickory – 204 Us-321 Bus
204 Us-321 Bus
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
92 chicken hickory – Hickory – 310 U S Hwy 70 Sw
310 U S Hwy 70 Sw
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
Dante’s Pizza & Subs – Hickory – 2208 N Center St
2208 N Center St
Hickory, NC 28601
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Hickory – 2525 Us Hwy 70 Se
2525 Us Hwy 70 Se
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Hickory – 2535 Us Hwy 70 Se Suite 20
2535 Us Hwy 70 Se Suite 20
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
Groucho’s Deli – Hickory – 1025 2Nd St Ne
1025 2Nd St Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
Status: Closed Permanently
AMF – Hickory – 1951 Us Hwy 70 Se
1951 Us Hwy 70 Se
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
J & S Cafeteria – Hickory – 1940 13Th Ave Dr Se
1940 13Th Ave Dr Se
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
13 Twenty Hickory Pub – 1320 Pub – Hickory – 1320 16Th St Ne
1320 16Th St Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
Status: Closed Permanently
Blowing Rock Draft House & Brewery – Hickory – 883 Highland Ave Se
883 Highland Ave Se
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
Ruby Tuesday – Hickory – 1821 Us-70
1821 Us-70
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
The Vault – Hickory – 9541 Nc-127
9541 Nc-127
Hickory, NC 28601
Status: Closed Permanently
Hickory Bread Cafe – Hickory – 1756 Catawba Valley Blvd Se
1756 Catawba Valley Blvd Se
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
Highland Avenue Restaurant – Hickory – 883 Highland Ave Se
883 Highland Ave Se
Hickory, NC 28602
Status: Closed Permanently
Howard Johnson’s Restaurant – Hickory
Hickory
Hickory, NC
Status: Closed Permanently

Howard Johnson's Restaurant was located in Hickory, NC 28601.