A Look at the Tyler Restaurants We’ve Lost in 2026

(Tyler, Texas) When people ask, "What is there to do in Tyler?" the answer is often, ‘Eat out!’” because of the abundance of restaurants in town. Driving around Tyler, it seems as if there is some kind of restaurant on every corner. From fast food to fast casual to fine dining, there is a restaurant that will satisfy any craving you may have. However, the abundance of restaurants makes the number of closures particularly noticeable.

Familiar Restaurant Chains Have Left Tyler

At one point, it seemed as if there was a restaurant closing every week. Tyler lost some big chain restaurants this year. Notable closings included On The Border and Razoo's Cajun Cafe on South Broadway, along with a Wendy's location in the Rose City.

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El Chino's Short Run in Tyler

It's hard to tell when a business is going to close, and then other times you can ask yourself, "How much longer will that place be in business?" Case in point: El Chino, which opened up in the former Red Lobster location earlier this year. My wife and I wondered how long they were going to remain in business because we rarely saw anyone in the parking lot. After being open for less than a year, El Chino closed in August of this year and was quickly replaced by Joamia's Kitchen.

Big Shot Coffee and Other Local Closures

On the other hand, there are times we know in advance when a restaurant is going to close and the reason behind the closure. We knew that Big Shot Coffee in Gresham was going to close before their final day in business in late October.

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la Madeleine Expected to Close in December

If you're a fan of la Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe, you have until December to get all the French-inspired food you want before they close. The restaurant has served French cuisine on the loop in Tyler for 10 years. The lease is coming to an end, and the restaurant has told several local news outlets that they will not be renewing it and will be closing their doors.

Here's a look at some of the restaurants that closed during 2026 in Tyler.

With all of the choices we have to dine out at, we need to support our local restaurants.