Waterloo, Illinois Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Waterloo, Illinois, a vibrant city with a population of 16,826, located just east of St. Louis. Known for its charming historic downtown and community spirit, Waterloo has seen a range of dining establishments over the years. Unfortunately, the landscape has also been marked by closed down restaurants, some permanently closed while others have temporarily closed their doors. Join us as we explore the stories behind these shut down eateries and their impact on the local culinary scene.

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Washy’s Saloon – Waterloo – 1324 Jamie Ln
1324 Jamie Ln
Waterloo, IL 62298
Status: Closed permanently
Taco Bell – Waterloo – 918 N Market St
918 N Market St
Waterloo, IL 62298
Status: Closed permanently
JV’s Downtown Bar and Grill – Waterloo – 117 N Main St
117 N Main St
Waterloo, IL 62298
Status: Closed permanently
Bootsie’s – Restaurant | Bakery | General Store – Waterloo – 1365 Il-3
1365 Il-3
Waterloo, IL 62298
Status: Closed permanently