West Michigan has had a lot of great restaurants over the years and still does. Here are the closed restaurants people miss the most.

West Michigan Restaurants

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I have lived in West Michigan for 6.5 years and learned that there are lots of great restaurants. Another thing I have learned is that a ton of great restaurants open but sadly a ton close each year since moving to this side of the state.

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During the COVID-19 pandemic, many restaurants temporarily closed could never open their doors again. The restaurant business is tough no matter what the economy is like or how great the food is to turn a profit. Sadly, some great restaurants have closed over the years but many in West Michigan still miss them.

West Michigan's Favorite Restaurants That Are Closed

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When I first moved to West Michigan, I was taken to Judson Steakhouse, located in the B.O.B. building in downtown Grand Rapids. I ate there a few times; it was one of the best dining experiences ever and I am bummed they are no longer with us. Below are restaurants others in West Michigan miss that are now closed:

  • Dallas Deli - Wyoming
  • Marie Catrib's - Grand Rapids
  • Ming 10 - Grand Rapids
  • Mr. Fabels - Woodland Mall, Grand Rapids
  • Red Lion - Grand Rapids
  • Hot N Now - Grandville
  • Get Em and Go - Jenison
  • Little Mexico - Grand Rapids
  • Judson Steakhouse - Grand Rapids
  • Kahunaville - Rivertown Mall, Grandville
  • Ole Tacos - Grand Rapids
  • Red Hot Inn - Grand Rapids
  • The Clock - on Alpine in Grand Rapids
  • Tillmans - Grand Rapids
  • J. Gardellas - Grand Rapids
  • Bill Knapps - Grand Rapids
  • Hong Kong Express - Grand Rapids
  • Ponderosa - Grand Rapids
  • Mr. Gyros - Walker
  • El Sombrero - Grand Rapids
  • Joe Babushka's - Grand Rapids
  • Cherry Deli - Grand Rapids
  • Bartertown Diner - Grand Rapids
  • Quiznos - Grand Rapids
  • Holly By Gollys - Grand Rapids
  • Granny's Kitchen - Grand Rapids
  • Yen Ching Roaring 20s - Grand Rapids

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  • Wing On Lau - Grand Rapids
  • Marcona on Lyon - Grand Rapids
  • Bennigans - Grand Rapids
  • Bobby Q's - Grandville
  • Gibson's - Grand Rapids
  • Pour Arthurs - Wyoming
  • The Filling Station - Comstock Park
  • Taqueria San Jose - Grand Rapids
  • Flip's Cafe - Grand Rapids
  • Alma Latina Bar - Grand Rapids
  • Mountain Jack's - Kentwood
  • The Crooked Goose - Grand Rapids
  • Menna's Joint - Grand Rapids
  • Skywalk Family Deli - Grand Rapids
  • Don Pablo's - Grand Rapids
  • Fingers Restaurant - Grand Rapids
  • Sweetie Thai - Wyoming
  • Legend Grill West - Grand Rapids
  • DiPiazza's - Grand Rapids
  • Philly Steak and Cheese Express - Grand Rapids
  • Two Choppers - Grand Rapids
  • Sizzler's - Grand Rapids
  • Fuddruckers - Grand Rapids
  • Max and Erma's - Grand Rapids
  • Mr. Steak - Grand Rapids
  • Brick Road Pizza - Grand Rapids
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