Delicias Colombianas RR: After a brief run, Delicias Colombianas had to close its Murfreesboro storefront. Although the brick-and-mortar location is no longer open, the same authentic Columbian cuisine can be found in a Nashville food truck under the same ownership. The truck is usually parked at 900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville.
Mayday Brewery: After 12 years of service, Mayday Brewery signed an agreement with Experience Community Church allowing the church to take over its space.
Casa Blanca Mexican Grill: According to the business’ Facebook page, the owners of Casa Blanca Mexican Grill sold the space after receiving an offer from a buyer.
Graze Craze: After a little over a year, Graze Craze owner Janelle Swanger announced that the Murfreesboro locations of the custom charcuterie-board business would be closing permanently.
Party Fowl: As the company declared bankruptcy in 2024, Murfreesboro’s spicy chicken joint Party Fowl closed its doors. This restaurant was known for its Nashville hot chicken, frozen cocktails and sports viewing. Fans can still get their fowl fix at the restaurant’s Downtown Nashville location (719 8th Ave. S.) and its Donelson location (2620 Lebanon Pike) according to partyfowl.com.
Coach T’s: Eagleville restaurant Coach T’s ceased business following St. Patrick’s Day of 2024. Bill Tollett and his wife made the decision to sell the bar and grill-style establishment to Studio 18.
Doodles Kitchen and Bakery: Although Doodles Kitchen and Bakery has closed, Andrea and Scott Calamusa soon took over the restaurant space at 117 E. Vine St. to continue operations there under the name Bart’s Kitchen and Bakery.
Southern Spoon: Despite the closing of its physical restaurant in Smyrna, Southern Spoon continues to provide classic southern cooking through its active food truck and catering services. These services can be found at southernspoontn.com.
The Tasting Room: Smyrna’s fine-dining restaurant The Tasting Room shut its doors on Nov. 2, 2024. As a parting gift, The Tasting Room has posted recipes and cooking tutorials for many of its well-loved menu items such as its chocolate bourbon pecan pie. Find these recipes at facebook.com/thetastingroomsmyrna.
Panther Creek Brews Taproom: Although the taproom itself has closed, Panther Creek’s beers are still on the market and can be found at many different local retailers and restaurants.
Burger Republic: After seven years in business, Murfreesboro’s Burger Republic location at the Fountains at Gateway closed. The Burger Republic brand lives on with locations in both Nashville and Mt. Juliet.
Richard’s Kitchen: After approximately six months in operation, Richard’s Kitchen closed its Lytle Street restaurant.
Graveyard Gallery: A local music venue run by those at Chrome Halo Tattoo, Graveyard Gallery has closed until further notice due to both financial struggles and issues with city codes. This venue was popular with MTSU students, especially those within the local music alternative scene. Some hope that Graveyard Gallery will reopen in the future; however, no such plans have been confirmed.
Carpe Cafe: Although Carpe Artista opted to close its downtown Smyrna coffee shop, Carpe Cafe, in August 2024, the space remains available for private event rentals. Contact creativespace@carpeartista.com for more information on the 115 Front St. event space.
Dillard’s: Unable to meet a lease agreement with the Stones River Mall, longtime retail staple Dillard’s made the decision to close its Murfreesboro location in January of 2025. Despite already paying $55,000 a month in rent, the mall began to ask for an increase. Other Dillard’s locations still stand in Nashville’s Green Hills Mall and Franklin’s Cool Springs Galleria.
Dirt Cheap: After nearly 30 years of business, Dirt Cheap has filed for bankruptcy. Documents show that Dirt Cheap owes large sums of money to both Target and Amazon.
F&M Bank: F&M Bank closed its Murfreesboro branch in 2024. Branches in Lebanon and Franklin are still open for business.
Stover’s Liquidation: Stover’s has closed its Murfreesboro location; however, the company still operates in Oak Ridge and Cookeville.
Longhorn Liquor: Due to the City of Murfreesboro’s plans for its Daylighting of Town Creek project, Longhorn Liquor was purchased by the city and is set to be demolished.
Camille’s Department Store Outlet: After 13 years of business, owners Leslie “Camille” and Jason Arkenburg decided to close their Murfreesboro clothing store.
Carolyn’s Consignment: On May 31, 2024, Carolyn’s Consignment closed its doors for the final time after serving the Murfreesboro area for 39 years. Although the shop was very important to owner Carolyn Jernigan, the shop’s landlord had other plans for the shopping center.
Hwy. 55 Burgers Shakes and Fries: After taking many months longer than anticipated to open its doors, and only three short months in business, the Murfreesboro Hwy. 55 location closed before most locals even had the opportunity to get acquainted. This comes after labor complaints were filed against the chain in November. Fans of the chain can still enjoy its Tullahoma location.
