Welcome to Tempe, Arizona, a vibrant city with a population of 193,901, nestled near the stunning Tempe Town Lake. Known for its lively college atmosphere and rich cultural scene, Tempe has seen a variety of dining establishments come and go. This page highlights the closed-down restaurants that once served the community, including those that have permanently closed, temporarily closed, or are in the process of shutting down. Explore the ebb and flow of Tempe’s culinary landscape through these notable past eateries.
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Tapacubo – Tempe – 225 E Apache Blvd
225 E Apache Blvd
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Amaravati Indian Cuisine – Tempe – 710 W Elliot Rd #108
710 W Elliot Rd #108
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Aachi’s South Indian Kitchen – Tempe – 325 W Elliot Rd #101
325 W Elliot Rd #101
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Woops! Macarons & Gifts (Arrowhead Towne Center) – Tempe – 5000 S Arizona Mills Cir
5000 S Arizona Mills Cir
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Lucky Break Bar – Tempe – 1807 E Baseline Rd #101
1807 E Baseline Rd #101
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Boston Market – Tempe – 1804 E Elliot Rd
1804 E Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Pong Pong Chinese – Tempe – 3330 S Price Rd Ste 103
3330 S Price Rd Ste 103
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
W & Z Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar – Tempe – 9880 S Rural Rd Ste B105
9880 S Rural Rd Ste B105
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Crazy Buffet – Tempe – 7720 S Priest Dr
7720 S Priest Dr
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Salvadoreno Restaurant – Tempe – Pupusas – Tempe – 825 W Baseline Rd #1
825 W Baseline Rd #1
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Applebee’s Grill + Bar – Tempe – 1655 W Elliot Rd
1655 W Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
The Oink Cafe – Tempe – Tempe – 1701 E Warner Rd
1701 E Warner Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Cafe Istanbul & Hookah Lounge – Tempe – 1301 E Apache Blvd #101
1301 E Apache Blvd #101
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Marauders – Tempe – 6430 S Mcclintock Dr
6430 S Mcclintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Sukotto Japanese Grill – Tempe – 5005 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
5005 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Boston Market – Tempe – 3435 S Mcclintock Dr
3435 S Mcclintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Lido – Tempe – 5350 S Lakeshore Dr
5350 S Lakeshore Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Byblos Restaurant – Tempe – 3332 S Mill Ave
3332 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Late Night Sports Bar – Tempe – 825 W Baseline Rd #1-2
825 W Baseline Rd #1-2
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Flo’s – New Asian Cuisine – Tempe – 788 E Baseline Rd
788 E Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
8282 Food – Tempe – 7707 S Kyrene Rd Ste 102
7707 S Kyrene Rd Ste 102
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Tokyo Joe’s – Tempe – Tempe – 4715 S Rural Rd #104
4715 S Rural Rd #104
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Jollof King – Tempe – 325 W Elliot Rd
325 W Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Voodoo Daddy’s Steam Kitchen – Tempe – 1325 W Elliot Rd Suite 106
1325 W Elliot Rd Suite 106
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
South Philly Steaks & Fries – Tempe – 5002 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
5002 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Crackers and Co. Cafe – Tempe – 1285 W Elliot Rd
1285 W Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Sweetest Season Artisan Eatery – Tempe – 1835 E Guadalupe Rd Unit D-111
1835 E Guadalupe Rd Unit D-111
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Bao Chow – Tempe – 31 W Southern Ave
31 W Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Tinta Mexicana – Tempe – 5006 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
5006 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Burger King – Tempe – 1220 W Elliot Rd
1220 W Elliot Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
Status: Permanently closed
Green Leaf’s & Bananas – Tempe – 5000 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
5000 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Villa Italian Kitchen – Tempe – 5003 S Arizona Mills Cir #655
5003 S Arizona Mills Cir #655
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Far East Asian Fire – Tempe – 5004 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
5004 S Arizona Mills Cir Suite 655
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Taiwan Mama – Tempe – 725 S Rural Rd #107
725 S Rural Rd #107
Tempe, AZ 85288
Status: Permanently closed
Arlie’s Bar & Grill – Tempe – 2155 E University Dr Unit 116
2155 E University Dr Unit 116
Tempe, AZ 85288
Status: Permanently closed
The Grill on Mill – Tempe – 350 S Mill Ave
350 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
The Funky Monk – Tempe – 526 S Mill Ave
526 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Rehab Burger Therapy – Tempe – Orchid House At The Brickyard, 21 E 6Th St Unit 146
Orchid House At The Brickyard, 21 E 6Th St Unit 146
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
CHAR’D Brisket Dogs + Burgers – Tempe – 1015 S Rural Rd #106
1015 S Rural Rd #106
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Fuel to Fit Meal Prep & Café РTempe Р1900 E Apache Blvd #101
1900 E Apache Blvd #101
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Hot Pot & BBQ – Tempe – 913 E Broadway Rd
913 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
Status: Permanently closed
Smashburger – Tempe – 815 E Baseline Rd
815 E Baseline Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Subway – Tempe – 815 E Baseline Rd Suite 109
815 E Baseline Rd Suite 109
Tempe, AZ 85283
Status: Permanently closed
Planet Sub – Tempe – Tempe – 950 S Mill Ave
950 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Tempe Farmers Market – Tempe – 805 S Farmer Ave
805 S Farmer Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Biryani House – Tempe – 1250 E Apache Blvd Unit 113
1250 E Apache Blvd Unit 113
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Nephews Grille – Tempe –
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Shawarma Stop – Tempe – 2070 E Apache Blvd #103
2070 E Apache Blvd #103
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Fired Pie – Tempe – 414 W University Dr
414 W University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281
Status: Permanently closed
Pita University – Tempe – 921 E University Dr
921 E University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85288
Status: Permanently closed