Welcome to Silver Spring, Maryland, a vibrant city with a population of 306,146, known for its rich cultural scene and proximity to Washington, D.C. Unfortunately, like many urban areas, Silver Spring has seen a number of closed down restaurants over the years. From establishments that have permanently closed to those that temporarily shut down, we’ll explore the stories behind these once-popular dining spots and their impact on the local community.
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Woodside Delicatessen – Silver Spring – 9329 Georgia Ave
9329 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Pete’s New Haven Style Pizza – Silver Spring – 962 Wayne Ave
962 Wayne Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
McDonald’s – Silver Spring – 8637 16Th St
8637 16Th St
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Outback Steakhouse – Silver Spring – 8661 Colesville Rd
8661 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Dip N Rolls – Silver Spring – 8737 Colesville Rd
8737 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Lina’s Diner & Bar – Silver Spring – 8402 Georgia Ave
8402 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Scion Restaurant – Silver Spring – Silver Spring – 1200 East-West Hwy
1200 East-West Hwy
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
NaiNai’s Noodle and Dumpling Bar – Silver Spring – 1200 East-West Hwy
1200 East-West Hwy
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
The Classics Restaurant – Silver Spring – 8606 Colesville Rd
8606 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
8407 Kitchen Bar – Silver Spring – 8407 Ramsey Ave
8407 Ramsey Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Jimmy John’s – Silver Spring – 8710 Cameron St
8710 Cameron St
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine – Silver Spring – 7912 Georgia Ave
7912 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
TTT Silver Spring – Silver Spring – 8407 Ramsey Ave #3324
8407 Ramsey Ave #3324
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
MOD Pizza – Silver Spring – 909 Ellsworth Dr Suite B106
909 Ellsworth Dr Suite B106
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Flip’d by IHOP – Silver Spring – 8537 Georgia Ave
8537 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Krazy Steve’s – Silver Spring – 1909 Seminary Rd
1909 Seminary Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
QDOBA Mexican Eats – Silver Spring – 8515 Colesville Rd A1
8515 Colesville Rd A1
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Mrs. K’s Toll House – Silver Spring – 9201 Colesville Rd #1657
9201 Colesville Rd #1657
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Pacci’s Neapolitan Pizzeria – Silver Spring – 8113 Georgia Ave
8113 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Addis Ababa Restaurant – Silver Spring – 8233 Fenton St
8233 Fenton St
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Hunan City Restaurant – Silver Spring – 9429 Georgia Ave
9429 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Pollo Campero – Silver Spring – 8662 Colesville Rd
8662 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
El Aguila Restaurant – Silver Spring – 8649 16Th St
8649 16Th St
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
NaiNai’s Noodle and Dumpling Bar – Silver Spring – 1200 E W Hwy
1200 E W Hwy
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Lotus Café РSilver Spring Р8077 Georgia Ave
8077 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Balagger Lounge – Silver Spring – 8081 Georgia Ave
8081 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Abol Ethiopian Cuisine – Silver Spring – 8626 Colesville Rd
8626 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Olazzo – Silver Spring – 8235 Georgia Ave
8235 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Bete Ethiopian Cuisine & Cafe – Silver Spring – 811 Roeder Rd
811 Roeder Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Urban Bar-B-Que – Silver Spring – Hillandale, 10163 New Hampshire Ave
Hillandale, 10163 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20903
Status: Closed permanently
The Republic Garden – Silver Spring – 8402 Georgia Ave
8402 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Pollo-Mex Chicken & Mexican Grill – Silver Spring – 13436 New Hampshire Ave
13436 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Status: Closed permanently
Subway – Silver Spring – 8040 13Th St
8040 13Th St
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Boston Market – Silver Spring – 11297 New Hampshire Ave
11297 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Status: Closed permanently
El Sol Restaurant – Silver Spring – 13881 Outlet Dr # C
13881 Outlet Dr # C
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Status: Closed permanently
Chopaan Kabob House – Silver Spring – 12830 New Hampshire Ave
12830 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Status: Closed permanently
Yo Yo Cafe – Silver Spring – 13843 Outlet Dr
13843 Outlet Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Status: Closed permanently
Wendy’s – Silver Spring – 13804 Outlet Dr
13804 Outlet Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20904
Status: Closed permanently
Rincon Magico Bar And Grill – Silver Spring – 4217 Randolph Rd
4217 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Status: Closed permanently
La Frontera – Silver Spring – 4217 Randolph Rd
4217 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Status: Closed permanently
Denizens Brewing Co. – Silver Spring – 1115 E W Hwy
1115 E W Hwy
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
JUSTE LOUNGE & RESTAURANT formerly Mix Bar & Grill – Silver Spring – 8241 Georgia Ave #200
8241 Georgia Ave #200
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Sergio Ristorante Italiano – Silver Spring – 8727 Colesville Rd
8727 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Status: Closed permanently
Nava Thai Restaurant – Silver Spring – 11301 Fern St
11301 Fern St
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Status: Closed permanently
Hakuna Matata Grill – Silver Spring – 2405 Price Ave
2405 Price Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Status: Closed permanently