Wheat Ridge, Colorado Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Wheat Ridge, Colorado, a vibrant city with a population of 25,755 nestled near the foothills of the Rockies. Known for its expansive park system and thriving local culture, Wheat Ridge has seen its fair share of closed down restaurants over the years. While some have permanently closed their doors, others may only be temporarily closed. Join us as we explore the history of these dining spots that have shut down in our beloved community.

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Bodega 44 – Wheat Ridge – 11221 W 44Th Ave
11221 W 44Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Village Inn – Wheat Ridge – 4775 Kipling St
4775 Kipling St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Davie’s Chuck Wagon Diner – Wheat Ridge – 12100 W 44Th Ave
12100 W 44Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Iron Rail Tavern – Wheat Ridge – 4111 Kipling St
4111 Kipling St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Red Lobster – Wheat Ridge – 4455 Wadsworth Blvd
4455 Wadsworth Blvd
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Wendy’s – Wheat Ridge – 3955 Wadsworth Blvd
3955 Wadsworth Blvd
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Busty G’s 44th Avenue Grill – Wheat Ridge – 7605 W 44Th Ave Unit F
7605 W 44Th Ave Unit F
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Vincenza’s Italian Bakery – Wheat Ridge – 8000 W 44Th Ave
8000 W 44Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
New China Restaurant – Wheat Ridge – 3890 Kipling St
3890 Kipling St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
4 Aces Eatery LLC – Wheat Ridge – Inside Firefly Saloon, 7605 W 44Th Ave Unit F
Inside Firefly Saloon, 7605 W 44Th Ave Unit F
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Boston Market – Wheat Ridge – 3820 N, Wadsworth Blvd
3820 N, Wadsworth Blvd
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
John’s Chicago Style BBQ – Wheat Ridge – 4601 N Harlan St
4601 N Harlan St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Yummy Yummy Asian Bistro – Wheat Ridge – 7540 W 44Th Ave
7540 W 44Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Valentine’s – Wheat Ridge – 6995 W 38Th Ave #B
6995 W 38Th Ave #B
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner – Wheat Ridge – 10151 W 26Th Ave
10151 W 26Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80215
Status: Permanently Closed
Sweet Ridge Food Park – Wheat Ridge – 6875 W 38Th Ave
6875 W 38Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Chili’s Grill & Bar – Wheat Ridge – 3240 Youngfield St
3240 Youngfield St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Thai Green & Sushi – Wheat Ridge – 3300 Youngfield St Unit 7A
3300 Youngfield St Unit 7A
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Smashburger – Wheat Ridge – 3356 Youngfield St
3356 Youngfield St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
VKGG – Wheat Ridge – 4980 Kipling St #A12
4980 Kipling St #A12
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Quiznos – Wheat Ridge – 5095 Kipling St #110
5095 Kipling St #110
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Furr’s – Wheat Ridge – 4900 Kipling St
4900 Kipling St
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Club Corner – Wheat Ridge – 6551 W 44Th Ave
6551 W 44Th Ave
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Status: Permanently Closed
Red Lobster – Wheat Ridge
4455 Wadsworth Boulevard
Wheat Ridge, CO
Status: Closed Permanently

Red Lobster, located at 4455 Wadsworth Boulevard, Wheat Ridge, Colorado, closed in May 2024.