A number of west El Paso restaurants, and one in central, suddenly closed their doors in a huge blow for El Paso foodies.

West El Paso has a very diverse and tasty food scene. You can get pretty much any cuisine you want, prices are moderate and the restaurants are easy to get in and out of.

Options are suddenly more limited though as 2026 gets off to a bad start.

The restaurant business is a risky one and many new ones shut down within the first couple of years of opening up. Those that make it though can reap big rewards for owners but, even for the best ones, closure is constantly lurking.

What West El Paso Restaurants Closed?

In recent history, the west side has seen a number of restaurants close and a few new ones open. This wave of closures was brutal though as several spots all closed within the same, short time frame. We lost:

Pei Wei Asian Kitchen – 7500 N. MesaSingapore Cafe – 3233 N. MesaOrange Leaf Frozen Yogurt + Humble Donut Company – 7500 N. MesaSabertooth Food Co. – 4006 N. MesaJoe, Vinny & Bronson’s Bohemian Cafe – 824 N. Piedras

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Singapore Cafe had a 20 year run while Joe, Vinny & Bronson’s Bohemian Cafe was in central El Paso for 15 years. Singapore Cafe broke the news with a note on their door that was short and sweet:

“Thank you to all our customers for your loyal support over the years. Singapore Cafe is now closed.” – EPTimes

Joe, Vinny & Bronson’s made their announcement on Instagram.

Hopefully … for diners, owners and employees alike … that’s it for the closings for a good, long while.

On the upside, there are a few new spots to keep in mind. Longhorn Steakhouse will open in April on the east side while Starlight Gastropub and Sazon by Chef Rulis  recently merged on the west side at 4172 N. Mesa.

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