At this abandoned Arby's in Illinois, some strange items were left behind that might actually surprise you.

From parking lot of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
From the parking lot of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Batavia, Illinois Is Home To This Abandoned Arby's

It's kind of interesting how abandoned businesses could go from one extreme to the other. Some of them are left in a total disaster while others look like they are just closed for the day and not out of business.

All They Did Was Take Down The Sign Of This Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
All They Did Was Take Down The Sign Of This Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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This abandoned Arby's in Batavia, Illinois is the perfect example. It looks brand new. You could buy it and start up your own fast food restaurant. Doesn't it seem like such a waste?

Just Outside Of The Front Door Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Just Outside Of The Front Door Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Strange Items Left Behind In An Abandoned Illinois Arby's

I find it very strange some of the items that are left behind when a business shuts down its operation. Here are some interesting things Arby's didn't take from this abandoned location in Illinois. I'm sure somebody would have paid money for them.

You Can Still See Outline Of Arby's Sign On This Abandoned Location (photo from YouTube video)
You Can Still See Outline Of Arby's Sign On This Abandoned Location (photo from YouTube video)
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Not One But Two Soda Fountain Machines

Soda Fountain Machine Left Behind Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Soda Fountain Machine Left Behind Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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There Is Even A Milk Shake Machine Next To The 2nd Soda Fountain Machine

Soda Fountain & Milk Shake Machines At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Soda Fountain & Milk Shake Machines At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Cash Registers At Front Counter Of Restaurant

Front Counter Cash Register At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Front Counter Cash Register At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Cash Registers At Drive-Thru Window

Drive-Thru Cash Registers At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Drive-Thru Cash Registers At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Garbage Cans Left Outside Restaurant & They Look Newer

Garbage Can Outside Front Entrance Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Garbage Can Outside Front Entrance Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Drive-Thru Garbage Can

Drive-Thru Garbage Can At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube)
Drive-Thru Garbage Can At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube)
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Bike Rack Only For Two Bikes

Bike Rack At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube Video)
Bike Rack At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube Video)
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Other Observations Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's

Besides the items left behind, I also made some other observations about this abandoned Arby's in Illinois.

Drive-Thru Lane Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Drive-Thru Lane Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Paper Covering Up The Door Windows But No Other Ones

Paper Covered Front Door Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Paper Covered Front Door Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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All The Chairs Are Put Up And Not Sitting On The Floor

Dining Room Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Dining Room Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Note Left For Customers On Drive-Thru Speaker 

Note Left On Drive-Thru Speaker At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Note Left On Drive-Thru Speaker At Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Street Sign Says Closed And Gives Alternate Location But Different On Both Sides

Street Sign Promoting St. Charles Location (photo from YouTube video)
Street Sign Promoting St. Charles Location (photo from YouTube video)
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This Side Promotes Aurora Location

Other Side Of Street Sign (photo from YouTube Video)
Other Side Of Street Sign (photo from YouTube Video)
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Photos From Inside Abandoned Illinois Arby's

It looks ready to go but unfortunately, that's not going to happen.

Dining Room of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Dining Room of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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Looks Like A Nice Size Arby's

Dining Room Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
Dining Room Of Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube video)
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The Floor Looks Clean

Inside Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube Video)
Inside Abandoned Illinois Arby's (photo from YouTube Video)
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Please Let Us In

Entry Way Of Abandoned Arby's In Illinois (photo from YouTube video)
Entry Way Of Abandoned Arby's In Illinois (photo from YouTube video)
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WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property.

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