Gaithersburg, Maryland Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Gaithersburg, Maryland, a vibrant city with a population of 141,900 nestled just outside of Washington, D.C. Known for its scenic parks and the bustling Rio Washingtonian Center, Gaithersburg has seen its fair share of dining establishments. Unfortunately, some closed down restaurants have left their mark, with various eateries permanently closed, while others may have only been temporarily closed. Join us as we explore the gastronomic landscape of these shut down gems.

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Chopt Creative Salad Co. – Gaithersburg – 238 Crown Park Ave
238 Crown Park Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Urban Crawfish – Gaithersburg – 670 Quince Orchard Rd
670 Quince Orchard Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Smashburger – Gaithersburg – 200 Ellington Blvd
200 Ellington Blvd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
California Grill ( Indian Food) – Gaithersburg – 14 Bureau Dr
14 Bureau Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Ichiban Restaurant – Gaithersburg – 637 N Frederick Ave
637 N Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Status: Closed permanently
Moonlight Restaurant – Gaithersburg – 8035 Snouffer School Rd
8035 Snouffer School Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Status: Closed permanently
The Airport Cafe – Gaithersburg – 7940 Airpark Rd
7940 Airpark Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Status: Closed permanently
Pho Viet Saigon – Gaithersburg – 18509 N Frederick Ave
18509 N Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Status: Closed permanently
Perroloco Colombian – Gaithersburg – 811 Russell Ave
811 Russell Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Status: Closed permanently
Curry Place – Gaithersburg – 385 Muddy Branch Rd
385 Muddy Branch Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Kara Hibachi & Sushi – Gaithersburg – 12146 Darnestown Rd
12146 Darnestown Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
MOD Pizza – Gaithersburg – 145 Commerce Square Pl
145 Commerce Square Pl
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
JPII Colombian Breeze – Gaithersburg – 348 Main St
348 Main St
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Hearty’s Sichuan Cuisine Chinese Restaurant – Gaithersburg – 227 Muddy Branch Rd
227 Muddy Branch Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Panda Express – Gaithersburg – 701 Russell Ave
701 Russell Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Status: Closed permanently
Ruby Tuesday – Gaithersburg – Lakeforest Mall, 701 Russell Ave
Lakeforest Mall, 701 Russell Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Status: Closed permanently
Ilo’s Kitchen – Gaithersburg – 411 N Frederick Ave
411 N Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Status: Closed permanently
Not Your Average Joe’s – Gaithersburg – 245 Kentlands Blvd
245 Kentlands Blvd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
THAIROCK – Gaithersburg – 9811 Washingtonian Blvd L9
9811 Washingtonian Blvd L9
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Subway – Gaithersburg – 12193 Darnestown Rd
12193 Darnestown Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Pacifica Café РGaithersburg Р621 Center Point Way
621 Center Point Way
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Status: Closed permanently
Kenny Rogers Roasters – Gaithersburg
260 N Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Status: Closed Permanently

Kenny Rogers Roasters was located at 260 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, and was open for business in 1997.

Chi-Chi’s – Gaithersburg
701 Russell Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Status: Closed Permanently

Chi-Chi's, located at 701 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, closed in the 2000s. The mall is also now closed.