Racine, Wisconsin Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Racine, Wisconsin, a city of 126,490 nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan. Known for its vibrant arts scene and the iconic Wind Point Lighthouse, Racine has seen its fair share of dining establishments come and go. This page chronicles closed down restaurants—those that have shut down for good, as well as those temporarily closed and hoping for a revival. Explore the stories behind these permanently closed eateries that were once beloved by locals.

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Nuevo Vallarta – Racine – 3700 Durand Ave
3700 Durand Ave
Racine, WI 53405
Status: Closed permanently
El Gustazo Puerto Rican Restaurant – Racine – 3505 Spring St
3505 Spring St
Racine, WI 53405
Status: Closed permanently
Roberta – Racine – 322 6Th St
322 6Th St
Racine, WI 53403
Status: Closed permanently
River Run Family Restaurant – Racine – 3616 Northwestern Ave
3616 Northwestern Ave
Racine, WI 53404
Status: Closed permanently
AA Hibachi Supreme Buffet – Racine – 4901 Washington Ave
4901 Washington Ave
Racine, WI 53406
Status: Closed permanently
Cliff’s Boathouse Cafe – Racine – 301 Hamilton St
301 Hamilton St
Racine, WI 53402
Status: Closed permanently
Blue Bear Que – Racine – 622 3 Mile Rd
622 3 Mile Rd
Racine, WI 53402
Status: Closed permanently
The Farm Restaurant – Racine – 3810 Durand Ave
3810 Durand Ave
Racine, WI 53405
Status: Closed permanently
John’s Dock – Racine – 303 Dodge St
303 Dodge St
Racine, WI 53402
Status: Closed permanently
Mi Tierra Mexican Restaurant – Racine – 3408 Douglas Ave
3408 Douglas Ave
Racine, WI 53402
Status: Closed permanently
The Egg Plant Cafe and Catering – Racine – 240 Main St
240 Main St
Racine, WI 53403
Status: Closed permanently
Chi-Chi’s – Racine
5200 Durand Ave
Racine, WI 53406
Status: Closed Permanently

Chi-Chi's, located at 5200 Durand Ave, Racine, WI 53406, closed in September 2004.