Lillie’s Place, a popular West Lubbock Mexican food/ breakfast restaurant, permanently closed on Friday, August 21st, according to a Facebook post from the eatery, leaving many fans saddened by the loss- and searching for a nearby place to satisfy their taste buds now.

Why Did Lillie’s Place In Lubbock Close?

While no specific reason was given for the closure, the proprietor stated, “It was a very difficult decision to make, but after lots and lots of prayer, we knew it is what is best for our family at this time.” In a follow-up post, the owner showed a photo of turning off multiple 2 a.m. alarms, saying, “12-15 hour days were really taking a toll.” I can only imagine!

In December of 2024, Lillie’s suffered a setback when a vehicle crashed into their dining room. Read More: Lubbock Eatery Needs Our Help- A Car Hit The Building

Fans Respond To The Closure Of Lillie’s Place

Many fans of Lillie’s expressed sadness at the closure, but also love and support for the local Lubbock folks behind it.

Loved y’all back the same way u loved us thanks for the great food

Devastated doesn’t come close! Y’all will be missed and thank you for feeding my family over the years. We love you!

I have raise my children on your burritos since they were babies! You will be missed! Large Sausage, egg, no cheese, forever!

The breakfast burritos in particular were mentioned often, wiith many saying they were the best in Lubbock, their favorite, etc.

Where Can Lubbock Folks Go Now?

Lillie’s was located at 6313 19th Street, so if you are looking for a good option relatively close by, I’d really love Jimenez y Friends (4606 34th St) and El Ranchito Burrito (4529 34th St). Folks in LBK Foodies (because this 100% was a topic of discussion) also recommended Roberto’s, Josie’s West, Polibertos, Mar y Tierra, and Loredo Taco Company as good nearby-ish options.

Read More: Local Favorites: Breakfast Burritos You Must Try In Lubbock

We’d like to wish the folks at Lillie’s Place the best of luck on their next endeavor.

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