Former Larry’s Diner in Plainfield struck by fire, damages estimated at $200,000

The building that was Larry’s Diner for many years in the downtown area of Plainfield was damaged by fire Monday.

Mayor John F. Argoudelis said Tuesday morning the building may be “a total loss.”

The Plainfield Fire Protection District responded to a call at 5:06 p.m. of a fire in the 24500 block of Lockport Street, and crews arrived within four minutes, according to the fire protection district.

Firefighters found the fire actively burning on the rear exterior of the one-story building, including a storage shed positioned against the structure, according to the fire protection district.

Firefighters quickly extinguished the exterior fire, however, crews inside the building discovered that the fire had extended into the attic space, according to the fire protection district.

Mutual aid assistance was requested from multiple surrounding fire departments and districts. Additional units were also deployed to cover Plainfield fire stations while crews battled the fire.

No one was injured and the building was confirmed to be vacant at the time of the fire, according to the fire protection district.

The Plainfield Building Department deemed the building uninhabitable as damage is estimated to exceed $200,000, according to the fire protection district.

The cause of the fire is being investigated by Plainfield Fire Investigators and the state fire marshal’s office, according to the mayor.