Legendary Illinois Restaurant Announces It Will Close July 13

The restaurant business can be rewarding, but also cruel. Sadly, we've seen dozens of beloved local eateries announce closures in recent months for a number of different reasons.

Mulkey's Restaurant on 14th Avenue in Quad Cities, Illinois is one of the latest ones to say it will be shuttering. In a Facebook post early Thursday morning, the Mulkey family said their longtime establishment, known for its Henny Penny chicken and other homestyle cooking, will close after its final day of service Sunday, July 13.

"After 70 wonderful years of serving our beloved community, the time has come to say goodbye," the post reads. "This decision was not made lightly. It marks the end of an era filled with laughter, home-cooked meals, coffee refills, birthday celebrations, first dates and countless shared memories across generations.

"Since 1955, Mulkey's has been more than just a restaurant. It has been a gathering place for friends and families, a second home for staff, and a labor of love for all of us behind the counter. We have been honored to serve you, to grow with you, and to be a small but cherished part of your lives."

According to WQAD8, Mulkey's had previously announced in August 2024 that it was discontinuing its dine-in service.

However, according to its goodbye Facebook post, the restaurant will be holding some limited in-house dining before it closes. Customers can dine in between 4-8 p.m. this coming Thursday through Sunday.

Carryout hours for the restaurant will be 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today though Wednesday and 11 am. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Sunday next weekend.

"It has been a privilege to serve this community. With love and appreciation, thank you for making our place your place," Mulkey's said in its farewell post.