Lancaster, California Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to our comprehensive listing of closed-down restaurants in Lancaster, California, a vibrant city with a population of 183,868 nestled in the Antelope Valley. Known for its stunning desert landscapes and the popular annual California Poppy Festival, Lancaster’s dining scene has seen numerous establishments shut down over the years. Here, we explore the stories behind the permanently closed and temporarily closed eateries that once contributed to our local flavor, while also highlighting recent trends in restaurant closures.

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Joillbee – Lancaster – Bloomingpark St
Bloomingpark St
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
Lancaster Kabob – Lancaster – 907 W Ave J
907 W Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Antoine’s Steakhouse – Lancaster – 46645 60Th St W
46645 60Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
Envy Restaurant & Lounge – Lancaster – 42417 Sierra Hwy
42417 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Andre’s Cafe Orleans – Lancaster – 2787 W Ave L
2787 W Ave L
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
Country Diner – Lancaster – 2787 W Ave L
2787 W Ave L
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
Jimmy John’s – Lancaster – 43615 10Th St W #105
43615 10Th St W #105
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Judy’s Cafe – Lancaster – 43855 Sierra Hwy
43855 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Nico’s Mexican Food – Lancaster – 42417 Sierra Hwy
42417 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Paris Coffee House – Lancaster – 1825 W Ave J
1825 W Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Wendy’s – Lancaster – 45101 10Th St W
45101 10Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Church’s Chicken – Lancaster – 810 W Ave I
810 W Ave I
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Nico’s Mexican Food – Lancaster – 42417 Sierra Hwy
42417 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Paris Coffee House – Lancaster – 1825 W Ave J
1825 W Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Wendy’s – Lancaster – 45101 10Th St W
45101 10Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Church’s Chicken – Lancaster – 810 W Ave I
810 W Ave I
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
SUBWAY®Restaurants РLancaster Р42011 Sierra Hwy
42011 Sierra Hwy
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Quiznos – Lancaster – 43531 10Th St W
43531 10Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Country Kitchen – Lancaster – 1748 E Ave J
1748 E Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Lancaster – 1731 E Ave J
1731 E Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Lancaster – 44665 Valley Central Way
44665 Valley Central Way
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
IHOP – Lancaster – 843 W Ave I
843 W Ave I
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Jim’s Happy Chicken – Lancaster – 1149 W Ave I
1149 W Ave I
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Taco Bell – Lancaster – 43720 15Th St W
43720 15Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Cold Crush Lancaster – Lancaster – 500 W Lancaster Blvd
500 W Lancaster Blvd
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Lancaster – 2795 W Ave L
2795 W Ave L
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
Birdies Restaurant – Lancaster – 41520 10Th St W
41520 10Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Restaurante Salvadoreño El Tamarindo РLancaster Р551 W Ave I
551 W Ave I
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Sizzler – Lancaster – 44430 20Th St W
44430 20Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Lancaster – 44764 Valley Central Way
44764 Valley Central Way
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
Korea Cuisine – Lancaster – 44810 Valley Central Way
44810 Valley Central Way
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
The Elm Cuisine Café РLancaster Р44844 Elm Ave
44844 Elm Ave
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Captain Tony’s Pizza & Pasta – Lancaster – 42741 45Th St W
42741 45Th St W
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
S & S Links – Lancaster – 1750 E Ave J
1750 E Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Subway – Lancaster – 1042 E Ave J
1042 E Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
GBG (Giannini’s) – Lancaster – 2342, 2342, 858 W Lancaster Blvd
2342, 2342, 858 W Lancaster Blvd
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Upper Crust Sandwiches & Pizza – Lancaster – 805 E Ave K Ste 103
805 E Ave K Ste 103
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Big Ed’s Sushi Bar and Grill – Lancaster – 907 W Ave J
907 W Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Gino’s Italian Restaurant – Lancaster – 44343 Challenger Way
44343 Challenger Way
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Pour d’Vino – Lancaster – 741 W Lancaster Blvd
741 W Lancaster Blvd
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Complexity Wine Lounge and Restaurant – Lancaster – 2010 W Ave J8 #101
2010 W Ave J8 #101
Lancaster, CA 93536
Status: Closed Permanently
CREPE ADDICT – Lancaster – Avenue K &, 20Th St E
Avenue K &, 20Th St E
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Fusion Inn Cafe – Lancaster – 1973 W Ave L
1973 W Ave L
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Franklin’s cafe – Lancaster – 230 Federal Drive
230 Federal Drive
Lancaster, CA 93535
Status: Closed Permanently
Las Comadres Autenticas – Lancaster – 907A W Ave J
907A W Ave J
Lancaster, CA 93534
Status: Closed Permanently
Naugles – Lancaster
Lancaster
Lancaster, CA
Status: Closed Permanently

Naugles was located in Lancaster, CA 93534. There is no information on the opening or closing dates, and the status of this location remains uncertain.