Hamden, Connecticut Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Hamden, Connecticut, a vibrant town with a population of 60,871, nestled just north of New Haven and known for its scenic parks and rich history. While the area boasts a variety of dining options, many food lovers are reminiscing about closed down restaurants that have shaped the local culinary scene. This page highlights establishments that have shut down, whether temporarily or permanently closed, offering a glimpse into Hamden’s changing restaurant landscape.

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Lennys Bar & Grill – Hamden – 3000 Whitney Ave
3000 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
The Hop Knot Hamden – Hamden – 2425 Dixwell Ave
2425 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
The Muscle Maker Grill – Hamden – 2300 Dixwell Ave
2300 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Johnny Prete’s Deli-A-Go-Go – Hamden – 1943 State St
1943 State St
Hamden, CT 6517
Status: Permanently Closed
Jerkfish Jamaican Restaurant – Hamden – 2100 Dixwell Ave
2100 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Hokkaido Restaurant – Hamden – 2779 Dixwell Ave
2779 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Subway – Hamden – 3450 Whitney Ave
3450 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Bubba’s Barbeque – Hamden – 3000 Whitney Ave
3000 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Szechuan Delight – Hamden – 1720 Dixwell Ave
1720 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
1370 Hibachi Express – Hamden – 1370 Dixwell Ave
1370 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
TGI Fridays – Hamden – 2335 Dixwell Ave
2335 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
TexiKo Tequila Bar – Hamden – 3000 Whitney Ave
3000 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Papa John’s Pizza – Hamden – 3394 Whitney Ave
3394 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Ali Baba’s Fusion 2 – Hamden – 2775 Dixwell Ave
2775 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Smokey’s Char Grill – Hamden – 3810 Whitney Ave
3810 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
The Glen Restaurant and Bar – Hamden – 1670 Whitney Ave
1670 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6517
Status: Permanently Closed
P&M Hamden – Hamden – 3825 Whitney Ave
3825 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Red Tomato – Hamden – 1695 State St
1695 State St
Hamden, CT 6517
Status: Permanently Closed
China Buffet – Hamden – 2300 Dixwell Ave # 16
2300 Dixwell Ave # 16
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Smokin Skillet – Hamden – 1531 Dixwell Ave
1531 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Taste of Jamaica – Hamden – 1447 Dixwell Ave
1447 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
State Pizza – Hamden – 2642 State St
2642 State St
Hamden, CT 6517
Status: Permanently Closed
brgrKo – Hamden – 3000 Whitney Ave
3000 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Mema’s Homestyle Cooking – Hamden – 175 Arch St
175 Arch St
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
SBC Restaurant & Brewery – Hamden – 1950 Dixwell Ave
1950 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Superior Whitney Pizza – Hamden – 3000 Whitney Ave
3000 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Cherry On Top Ice Cream Shop – Hamden – 1654 Whitney Ave
1654 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6517
Status: Permanently Closed
Roost – Hamden – 2308 Whitney Ave
2308 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
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2300 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Chili’s Grill & Bar – Hamden – 2100 Dixwell Ave
2100 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Le Petit Gourmet – Hamden – 1231 Whitney Ave
1231 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6517
Status: Permanently Closed
Bugsy’s Dueling Piano Speakeasy – Hamden – 2323 Whitney Ave
2323 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Phoenix Buffet & Grill – Hamden – 2100 Dixwell Ave
2100 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Spuds Your Way – Hamden – 3500 Whitney Ave
3500 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Bomb Wings & Rice Bar – Hamden – 2373 Whitney Ave
2373 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
Falcon Pizza – Hamden – 3394 Whitney Ave
3394 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Permanently Closed
J.A. Bar & Grill – Hamden – 1372 Dixwell Ave
1372 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Permanently Closed
Howard Johnson’s Restaurant – Hamden – Whitney
2260 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 6518
Status: Closed Permanently

Howard Johnson's Restaurant was located at 2260 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518. It has since been replaced by a place called Hamden Town House.

Howard Johnson’s Restaurant – Hamden – Dixwell
2100 Dixwell Ave
Hamden, CT 6514
Status: Closed Permanently

Howard Johnson's Restaurant was located at 2100 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06514.