Tarpon Springs, Florida Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Tarpon Springs, Florida, a charming city with a population of 34,888, nestled along the Gulf Coast near the stunning Anclote River. Known for its rich Greek heritage and bustling sponge industry, Tarpon Springs has seen its fair share of culinary changes. In this guide, we explore the closed down restaurants that have shaped the local dining scene, from those permanently closed to those that were only temporarily closed before shutting down for good.

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Plaka Restaurant – Tarpon Springs – 769 Dodecanese Blvd
769 Dodecanese Blvd
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Riverside Grille House – Tarpon Springs – 10 Dodecanese Blvd
10 Dodecanese Blvd
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Original Pappas Shrimp Boat – Tarpon Springs – 701 N Pinellas Ave
701 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Cafe Anastasia – Tarpon Springs – 610 Athens St
610 Athens St
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Katz Restaurant & Playground – Tarpon Springs – 734 Pinellas Ave
734 Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Cafe Phoenicia Hookah Lounge Lebanese Food – Tarpon Springs – 543 N Pinellas Ave
543 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Burgers, beignets and more – Tarpon Springs – 543 N Pinellas Ave
543 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Great Wall Chinese Restaurant – Tarpon Springs – 883 S Pinellas Ave
883 S Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Cafe Polis – Tarpon Springs – 26 Hibiscus St
26 Hibiscus St
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Tin Man‚Äôs Rockin‚Äô BBQ – Tarpon Springs – 734 S Pinellas Ave
734 S Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Zorba’s – Tarpon Springs – 508 Athens St
508 Athens St
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Zante Cafe Neo – Tarpon Springs – 13 N Safford Ave
13 N Safford Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Los Mexicanos – Tarpon Springs – 38954 Us Hwy 19 N
38954 Us Hwy 19 N
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Roger’s Cafe – Tarpon Springs – 43309 Us Hwy 19 N
43309 Us Hwy 19 N
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
The Original Grill – Tarpon Springs – 900 N Pinellas Ave
900 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
The Place – Tarpon Springs – 401 N Pinellas Ave
401 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
The Poke Company – Tarpon Springs – 40908 Us-19
40908 Us-19
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Gennaro’s Cafe & Deli – Tarpon Springs – 927 Dodecanese Blvd
927 Dodecanese Blvd
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Jimmy John’s – Tarpon Springs – 40715 Us Hwy 19 N
40715 Us Hwy 19 N
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Tarpon Bar and Grill – Tarpon Springs – 1981 N Pinellas Ave
1981 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
ShrimpWrecked Restaurant and Dockside Bar – Tarpon Springs – 210 Dodecanese Blvd
210 Dodecanese Blvd
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Bayou Bistro – Tarpon Springs – 607 Island Dr
607 Island Dr
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Olive The World Bistro – Tarpon Springs – 24 Hibiscus St
24 Hibiscus St
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Healthee Eatz – Tarpon Springs – 439 Lincoln Ave
439 Lincoln Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Pisco Tarpon Springs – Tarpon Springs – 80 W Live Oak St
80 W Live Oak St
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Spirou’s Cookhouse & Desserts – Tarpon Springs – 1722 Pinellas Ave
1722 Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Waffle House – Tarpon Springs – 40084 Us Hwy 19 N
40084 Us Hwy 19 N
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Asteri Restaurant – Tarpon Springs – 1722 S Pinellas Ave
1722 S Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Black Duck Taco Company – Tarpon Springs – 128 N Pinellas Ave
128 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Olympic Deli – Tarpon Springs – 128 N Pinellas Ave
128 N Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Yankee Bean – Tarpon Springs – 901 S Pinellas Ave
901 S Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Bread & Butter Gourmet Deli – Tarpon Springs – 1880 Pinellas Ave
1880 Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Copper Mule – Tarpon Springs – 734 S Pinellas Ave
734 S Pinellas Ave
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Permanently Closed
Howard Johnson’s Restaurant – Tarpon Springs
38724 US Hwy 19 N
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Status: Closed Permanently

Howard Johnson's Restaurant was located at 38724 US Hwy 19 N, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. The property is now a Quality Inn, but it does not appear to have a restaurant on the premises.