Wallingford, Connecticut Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Wallingford, Connecticut, a charming town with a population of 44,693, nestled conveniently between New Haven and Hartford. Known for its beautiful parks and vibrant community events, Wallingford has experienced its share of culinary transitions. This page highlights the closed-down restaurants that have shaped our local dining scene, from those that have permanently closed to those that were temporarily closed during challenging times. Explore the stories behind these once-beloved eateries as we reflect on their impact in our community.

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Sabbatical’s Cafe – Wallingford – 181 N Colony Rd
181 N Colony Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Mike’s Blue Collar Bar LLC – Wallingford – 428 S Cherry St
428 S Cherry St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Jeannie’s – Wallingford – 833 E Center St
833 E Center St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
The Dog House Grill and Gelato Bar – Wallingford – 628 S Colony St
628 S Colony St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Brunswick Zone Colony Lanes – Wallingford – 600 S Colony Rd
600 S Colony Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
J.Christian’s – Wallingford – 9 N Main St
9 N Main St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
KFC – Wallingford – 731 N Colony Rd
731 N Colony Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Laskara Restaurant – Wallingford – 295 Parker Farms Rd
295 Parker Farms Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
The Pizza Place – Wallingford – 628 S Colony St
628 S Colony St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
J. Carvers Restaurant – Wallingford – 179 Center St
179 Center St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Tailgate Kitchen – Wallingford – 76 Quinnipiac St
76 Quinnipiac St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Sher’s Grill And Kebobs – Wallingford – 200 Church St
200 Church St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Eva’s Restaurant – Wallingford – 339 N Colony St
339 N Colony St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Camputaro’s Pizza – Wallingford – 200 Church St
200 Church St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Anthony’s Sub Shop – Wallingford – 211 S Colony St
211 S Colony St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
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1046 N Colony Rd A
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Ferraulo’s Place – Wallingford – 315 Main St
315 Main St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
That New Place Restaurant – Wallingford – 71 N Turnpike Rd #2
71 N Turnpike Rd #2
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Arles & Boggs Vegan Eatery – Wallingford – 100 Quinnipiac St
100 Quinnipiac St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Jake’s – Wallingford – 179 Center St
179 Center St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Tap & Vine – Wallingford – 171 Quinnipiac St
171 Quinnipiac St
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Route Five Kitchen – Wallingford – 628 S Colony Rd
628 S Colony Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Las Americas Restaurant – Wallingford – 684 N Colony Rd
684 N Colony Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
The Chuckwagon – Wallingford – 20 Ives Rd
20 Ives Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Permanently Closed
Howard Johnson’s Restaurant – Wallingford
1052 S Colony Rd
Wallingford, CT 6492
Status: Closed Permanently

Howard Johnson's Restaurant, located at 1052 S Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492, is now a daycare. It has previously been occupied by a flower shop and a women's fitness gym.