Welcome to Waterbury, Connecticut, a vibrant city with a population of 108,259, nestled in the heart of New Haven County. Known for its historic brass industry, Waterbury is home to a variety of dining experiences. Unfortunately, several beloved local hotspots have either shut down or permanently closed in recent years. Here, we explore the memories of these closed down restaurants, some of which may have only been temporarily closed while others have left a lasting mark on the community.
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Rosey’s Cantina – Waterbury – 210 Meadow St
210 Meadow St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
THE ART Of YUM Cafe – Waterbury – 144 W Main St
144 W Main St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Lin & Zhang Restaurant LLC – Waterbury – 495 Union St
495 Union St
Waterbury, CT 6706
Status: Permanently Closed
International Spanish Buffet – Waterbury – 720 Wolcott St
720 Wolcott St
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Frankies’ Family Restaurant – Waterbury – 643 Lakewood Rd
643 Lakewood Rd
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Bottom’zUpWTBY РWaterbury Р720 Wolcott St
720 Wolcott St
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Colonial Pizza LLC – Waterbury – 200 Monmouth Ave
200 Monmouth Ave
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Caribbean Soul – Waterbury – 2457 N Main St
2457 N Main St
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Cuppa Tea Cafe – Waterbury – 104 Grand St
104 Grand St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Steakz Cafe – Waterbury – 1480 Meriden Rd
1480 Meriden Rd
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Latino Munchies – Waterbury – 1405 E Main St Building 3
1405 E Main St Building 3
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Hibachi Shack – Waterbury – 229 Whitewood Rd
229 Whitewood Rd
Waterbury, CT 6708
Status: Permanently Closed
Mel’s Cafe – Waterbury – 165 E Main St
165 E Main St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Mama Rita’s – Waterbury – 8 John St
8 John St
Waterbury, CT 6708
Status: Permanently Closed
Meadow Street Grill – Waterbury – 228 Meadow St
228 Meadow St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Caribbean Kitchen Intl – Waterbury – 282 Walnut St
282 Walnut St
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Casa Bella Restaurant – Waterbury – 1980 E Main St
1980 E Main St
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Crossroads Cantina – Waterbury – 210 Meadow St
210 Meadow St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Cafe Europa – Waterbury – 30 Bank St #1
30 Bank St #1
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Michael Angelo’s Cafe & Grill – Waterbury – 625 Wolcott St Unit 7
625 Wolcott St Unit 7
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Hacienda Del Sol, LLC – Waterbury – 910 Wolcott St
910 Wolcott St
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
BK Supper Club – Waterbury – 92 Bank St
92 Bank St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Latina House Restaurant – Waterbury – 511 Frost Rd
511 Frost Rd
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Cafe Biaggio LLC – Waterbury – 379 E Main St
379 E Main St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Tachi – Waterbury – 384 W Main St
384 W Main St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Njiea – Waterbury – 619 Highland Ave
619 Highland Ave
Waterbury, CT 6708
Status: Permanently Closed
SUBWAY®Restaurants РWaterbury Р756 Lakewood Rd
756 Lakewood Rd
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
EMA’s Place – Waterbury – 69 Cherry St
69 Cherry St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
McDonald’s – Waterbury – 755 Lakewood Rd
755 Lakewood Rd
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
The Planet Cafe – Waterbury – 1480 Meriden Rd
1480 Meriden Rd
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Quench Cafe LLC – Waterbury – 2150 E Main St
2150 E Main St
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Mill Street Deli & Catering – Waterbury – 233 Mill St
233 Mill St
Waterbury, CT 6706
Status: Permanently Closed
The Downtown Diner Restaurant – Waterbury – 146 Grand St
146 Grand St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Anatolia Restaurant LLC – Waterbury – 586 Plank Rd
586 Plank Rd
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Chew2Live Caribbean American Fusion – Waterbury – 1230 Thomaston Ave
1230 Thomaston Ave
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Brazil Grill Market – Waterbury – 2050 S Main St
2050 S Main St
Waterbury, CT 6706
Status: Permanently Closed
Dottie’s – Waterbury – 146 Grand St
146 Grand St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
SUBWAY®Restaurants РWaterbury Р2523 E Main St
2523 E Main St
Waterbury, CT 6708
Status: Permanently Closed
Subway – Waterbury – 812 Highland Ave
812 Highland Ave
Waterbury, CT 6708
Status: Permanently Closed
TMB Coffee Shop – Waterbury – 273 Cherry St
273 Cherry St
Waterbury, CT 6702
Status: Permanently Closed
Bitter Mc Cluskey’s – Waterbury – 1474 Meriden Rd
1474 Meriden Rd
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Gyro Love: Waterbury, CT – Waterbury – 920 Wolcott St
920 Wolcott St
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Uncle T’s Life Of The Caribbean Restaurant – Waterbury – 573 N Main St
573 N Main St
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Villa Italian Kitchen – Waterbury – 495 Union St #2200
495 Union St #2200
Waterbury, CT 6706
Status: Permanently Closed
Bertie’s West Indian & American Restaurant – Waterbury – 928 N Main St
928 N Main St
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Carmen Anthony Steakhouse of Waterbury – Waterbury – 496 Chase Ave
496 Chase Ave
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed
Burger King – Waterbury – 495 Union St
495 Union St
Waterbury, CT 6706
Status: Permanently Closed
Trunc Pho – Waterbury – 1015 Meriden Rd
1015 Meriden Rd
Waterbury, CT 6705
Status: Permanently Closed
Lunchbox – Waterbury – 537 Congress Ave
537 Congress Ave
Waterbury, CT 6708
Status: Permanently Closed
Passion Fruit Tropical Grille – Waterbury – 1230 Thomaston Ave
1230 Thomaston Ave
Waterbury, CT 6704
Status: Permanently Closed