Welcome to Brea, California, a vibrant city with a population of 42,584 nestled in northern Orange County. Known for its thriving arts scene and the Brea Mall, this dynamic community has seen its fair share of dining establishments come and go. In this guide, we’ll explore the closed down restaurants that have added character to Brea’s culinary landscape, including those that have shut down, permanently closed, or are temporarily closed for various reasons.
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Braid Restaurant Group – Brea – 935 E Birch St
935 E Birch St
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Oka-San Teppanyaki – Brea – 1065 Brea Mall
1065 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Brea – 2595 E Imperial Hwy
2595 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Stone’s Smokehouse & BBQ – Brea – 150 Olinda Pl
150 Olinda Pl
Brea, CA 92823
Status: Closed Permanently
Jimboy’s Tacos – Brea – 2435 Imperial Hwy
2435 Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Hot & Spicy Kabob Grill – Brea – 1065 Brea Mall
1065 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
La Olla Colombiana – Brea – 1065 Brea Mall
1065 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Which Wich Superior Sandwiches – Brea – 437 S Associated Rd
437 S Associated Rd
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Koji Sushi – Brea – 375 W Birch St #3
375 W Birch St #3
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Cabin Eats – Brea – 150 Olinda Pl
150 Olinda Pl
Brea, CA 92823
Status: Closed Permanently
Otis Dogs – Brea – 580 S Brea Blvd Unit A
580 S Brea Blvd Unit A
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Renaissance Bistro – Brea – 955 E Birch St
955 E Birch St
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Tacos & Co – Brea – 2157 Brea Mall
2157 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Otis Dogs – Brea – 580 S Brea Blvd Unit A
580 S Brea Blvd Unit A
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Renaissance Bistro – Brea – 955 E Birch St
955 E Birch St
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Tacos & Co – Brea – 2157 Brea Mall
2157 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Daphne’s California Greek – Brea – 120 S Brea Blvd Unit 107
120 S Brea Blvd Unit 107
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Hot Dog on a Stick – Brea – 2153 Brea Mall
2153 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Burger King – Brea – 201 W Imperial Hwy
201 W Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Diamonds Billiard Club – Brea – 910 E Birch St #300
910 E Birch St #300
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Johnny Rockets – Brea – 1065 Brea Mall Sp 2159
1065 Brea Mall Sp 2159
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
TGI Fridays – Brea – 935 E Birch St
935 E Birch St
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Brea – 2445-K, E Imperial Hwy
2445-K, E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Greens N Things Grill – Brea – 975 E Birch St #A
975 E Birch St #A
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Lillie’s Q – Brea – South, 240 S Brea Blvd
South, 240 S Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Santouka Ramen Brea – Brea – 1065 Brea Mall
1065 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
TAPS Fish House & Brewery – Brea – 101 E Imperial Hwy
101 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Coco’s Bakery Restaurant – Brea – 1250 E Imperial Hwy
1250 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Five Guys – Brea – 403 W Imperial Hwy Unit 102
403 W Imperial Hwy Unit 102
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Rubio’s Coastal Grill – Brea – 765 E Birch St Suite 101
765 E Birch St Suite 101
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Hoshi Shabu Shabu – Brea – 2445 E Imperial Hwy
2445 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Flame Broiler – Brea – 2445 E Imperial Hwy
2445 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Oasis Mediterranean Cuisine – Brea – 330 N Brea Blvd Suite A
330 N Brea Blvd Suite A
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Chop Stop – Brea – 2435 E Imperial Hwy D
2435 E Imperial Hwy D
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Osaka Seafood Buffet – Brea – 200 S State College Blvd
200 S State College Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
China Wok Fresh – Brea – 955 E Birch St
955 E Birch St
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
La Vie En Rose – Brea – 240 S State College Blvd
240 S State College Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Baja Fresh Mexican Grill – Brea – 2445 E Imperial Hwy
2445 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Jimmy’s Famous American Tavern – Brea – 3325 E Imperial Hwy
3325 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92823
Status: Closed Permanently
El Durango Grill – Brea – 730 E Imperial Hwy
730 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Fuji Grill – Brea – 101 W Imperial Hwy D
101 W Imperial Hwy D
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Shark Sushi – Brea – 724 N Brea Blvd #B
724 N Brea Blvd #B
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Inferno Eats – Brea – 2445 E Imperial Hwy
2445 E Imperial Hwy
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Kenkotsu Ramen – Brea – 2445 E Imperial Hwy K
2445 E Imperial Hwy K
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Sarku Japan – Brea – 2168 Brea Mall
2168 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Le Diplomate Cafe – Brea – 2112 Brea Mall
2112 Brea Mall
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently
Patriot Hall & Bunker Bar – Brea – 735 S Brea Blvd
735 S Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821
Status: Closed Permanently