Welcome to our guide on closed-down restaurants in Chicago, Illinois, a vibrant city with a population of 2,692,662. Known for its iconic skyline and deep-dish pizza, Chicago has seen a variety of dining establishments come and go. Here, we explore the stories behind permanently closed, temporarily closed, and shut down restaurants that once contributed to the city’s rich culinary landscape. Join us as we remember the flavors that have left their mark on the Windy City.
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Myron Mixon’s Smoke Show Barbecue – Chicago – 3801 N Clark St
3801 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60613
Status: Closed permanently
Aurelio’s Pizza Wrigleyville РChicago Р3801 N Clark St
3801 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60613
Status: Closed permanently
Fonda Frontera – Chicago – 1471 N Milwaukee Ave
1471 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Subway – Chicago – 2412 N Lincoln Ave
2412 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
Cluck It – Chicago – 2518 N Lincoln Ave
2518 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
Venezuelan Bowl Grill Chicago – Chicago – 2436 N Lincoln Ave
2436 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
Dom’s Kitchen & Market – Chicago – 2730 N Halsted St
2730 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
The Barrelhouse Flat – Chicago – 2624 N Lincoln Ave
2624 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
Millie’s Supper Club – Chicago – 2438 N Lincoln Ave
2438 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
Fiesta Mexicana Restaurant – Chicago – 2423 N Lincoln Ave
2423 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
McDonald’s – Chicago – 2400 N Lincoln Ave
2400 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60614
Status: Closed permanently
Julius Meinl Restaurant and Cafe – Chicago – 3601 N Southport Ave
3601 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60613
Status: Closed permanently
Dutch & Doc’s – Chicago – 3600 N Clark St
3600 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60613
Status: Closed permanently
Presidio – Chicago – 1749 N Damen Ave
1749 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Status: Closed permanently
Atomix Cafe – Chicago – 1957 W Chicago Ave
1957 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Mahalo – Chicago – 1501 N Milwaukee Ave
1501 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
The Shelby – Chicago – 2759 W Augusta Blvd
2759 W Augusta Blvd
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Pizano’s Pizza & Pasta РChicago Р2056 W Division St
2056 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Links Taproom – Chicago – 1559 N Milwaukee Ave
1559 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Feast Restaurant + Bar – Chicago – 1616 N Damen Ave #1
1616 N Damen Ave #1
Chicago, IL 60647
Status: Closed permanently
Cabana Club – Chicago – 2018 W Ave
2018 W Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Status: Closed permanently
Penny’s Noodle Shop – Chicago – 1542 N Damen Ave
1542 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Native Foods – Chicago – 1484 N Milwaukee Ave
1484 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Pot Pan – Chicago – 1362 N Milwaukee Ave
1362 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Saved By The Max – Chicago – 1941 W Ave
1941 W Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Tricycle Chicago – Chicago – 1700 N Damen Ave
1700 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Status: Closed permanently
Thee Asian Restaurant – Chicago – 1811 W Ave
1811 W Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Conrad’s Grill – Chicago – 1422 N Milwaukee Ave
1422 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
The Bedford – Chicago – 1612 W Division St
1612 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Café Cancale РChicago Р1576 N Milwaukee Ave
1576 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Zenwich X Elite Boba Wicker Park – Chicago – 1415 N Milwaukee Ave
1415 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
The Southern – Chicago – 1840 W Ave
1840 W Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Tozi Korean BBQ – Chicago – 1265 N Milwaukee Ave
1265 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Border Taco – Chicago – 912 N Western Ave
912 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Big Star West Town – Chicago – 551 N Ogden Ave
551 N Ogden Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
Status: Closed permanently
Takorea Cocina – Chicago – 1022 N Western Ave
1022 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Fort Willow – Chicago – 1721 N Elston Ave
1721 N Elston Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
Status: Closed permanently
Home Team Pizza – Chicago – 1363 W Ohio St
1363 W Ohio St
Chicago, IL 60642
Status: Closed permanently
La Plena Restaurant – Chicago – 2617 W Division St
2617 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
The Chicago Teachers’ Lounge & Eatery – Chicago – 2525 W Division St
2525 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Cafe Pachuca – Chicago – 2635 W Ave
2635 W Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Status: Closed permanently
Blend – Chicago – 2427 W Hubbard St
2427 W Hubbard St
Chicago, IL 60612
Status: Closed permanently
TWO – Chicago – 1132 W Grand Ave
1132 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
Status: Closed permanently
El Nuevo Borinquen – Chicago – 1720 N California Ave
1720 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60647
Status: Closed permanently
Nini’s Deli – Chicago – 543 N Noble St
543 N Noble St
Chicago, IL 60642
Status: Closed permanently
Curramba Colombian Restaurant Bar – Chicago – 2701 W Division St
2701 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Joe Bostons Italian Beef – Chicago – 2932 W Chicago Ave
2932 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Crazy Bird Chicken – Chicago – 1160 W Grand Ave
1160 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
Status: Closed permanently
Boathouse Cafe – Chicago – Humboldt Park Boathouse, N Humboldt Dr
Humboldt Park Boathouse, N Humboldt Dr
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently
Subway – Chicago – 1121 N Western Ave
1121 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
Status: Closed permanently