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High-Volume Long Established Family Restaurant - Northwest Suburb!
High-Volume Long Established Family Restaurant Northwest Suburb of Chicago - Premier Hospitality Corridor! "At The Intersection Of A Major East-West Arterial & Major Thoroughfare, Also At A Major I-294 Interchange With High Traffic Counts" A rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, 5,000 sqft freestanding restaurant in one of the strongest hospitality corridors in the northwest suburbs. Offering a diverse menu of hearty breakfast options including buttermilk pancakes, crepes, French toast, waffles, benedicts, omelets, skillets, scramblers and other classic egg dishes. As well as a variety of delicious lunch and dinner items such as salads, soups, burgers, sandwiches, melts, clubs, quesadillas, stir frys, pasta, platters, entrees and more. Along with coffee, juices, smoothies, beverages and shakes. Plus, beer, wine and cocktails. And a kids’ menu. Full-service restaurant. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dine-in, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery, plus, catering. Online ordering is also available through their own website. And dining rooms available for business meetings and private events. Warm and welcoming interior. Well laid-out front and back of house. Hostess stand with wait area. Small bar with seating (full liquor license). Three spacious dining rooms with substantial seating at both booths and tables, plus counter seating. Along with a server prep station, prep kitchen and a large fully equipped commercial kitchen set up for high volumes. Established over 40 years! Current owner over 13 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) included. No financials. Family owned and operated - general manager. 2025 sales over $1 million! Keep the current concept, a similar concept or bring your own to this ideal location. Has a strong foundation to either continue with current operations or transform to a completely different restaurant concept. Can keep the name or rebrand entirely. Its infrastructure, kitchen buildout, seating capacity and strategic location create a powerful foundation for a new operator! Prime corner retail space in a one-story freestanding building with great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample parking. Perfectly situated adjacent to a newly renovated hotel at the intersection of a major east-west arterial and major thoroughfare, also at a major I-294 interchange with high traffic counts. Just minutes from Chicago O-Hare International Airport. And minutes from the largest indoor entertainment facility in Chicagoland - a 18,000 seat venue which hosts various sporting events, family shows and concerts throughout the year! Strategically positioned near many hotels and corporate offices. Also, close to a large industrial park. In addition to several schools. Plus, surrounded by a vast and dense residential area of homes. Ideally located in a highly desirable northwest suburb with a great mix of industries including corporate headquarters, professional services, industrial, manufacturing and retail centers as well as excellent schools, parks and recreational facilities. An attractive place to work and live for families, professionals and retirees! Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Ted Aretos at [email protected] or call 815-761-8334 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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High-Volume Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant w/Property - $1.5 Million!
High-Volume Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant w/Property - Sales $1.5 Million! "Long Established Over 50 Years And 38 Years At This Location" A classic diner offering all-day breakfast favorites including hearty egg plates, signature skillets, savory benedicts and oversized omelets, in addition to fluffy pancakes, golden waffles, creative crepes, decadent French toast, plus other traditional comfort dishes. As well as fresh salads, deluxe sandwiches/wraps, black angus burgers, marvelous melts, flavorful gyros and other delicious homestyle entrees. Plus, kids’ menu. Full-service restaurant. Dine-in, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery. Online ordering is also available. Features a spacious dining room with ample counter, table and booth seating. Plus, a large wait station and large fully equipped commercial kitchen with high-end equipment. Set up for high volumes! Long established over 50 years and 38 years at this location. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Family owned and operated. The restaurant has maintained consistent sales for over 30 years! Prime corner retail space in a freestanding building at a busy signalized intersection in the heart of this far south suburb’s primary commercial corridor. Boasts prominent signage, exceptional visibility, easy access and ample parking. Perfectly situated on one of the area’s most heavily traveled commercial routes with constant daily traffic. Also, a primary north-south artery that benefits from steady commuter traffic and strong local draw. Surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods, multiple schools, community institutions, professional services, retail centers and other long-time businesses. Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Ted Aretos at [email protected] or call 815-761-8334 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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Beloved Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant w/Gaming - 35 Years!
Beloved Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant w/Gaming South Suburb of Chicago, IL - 35 Years! "2024 Gaming Revenue (Locations Take) $161,596" A classic long-running breakfast and lunch diner offering breakfast all day including a large variety of amazing omelets, hearty skillets, fluffy pancakes/waffles/French toast and more, along with mouth-watering burgers/melts, tasty sandwiches/clubs and sizzling steaks. Full-service restaurant. Dine-in, pick-up, carryout and 3rd party delivery. Features a large well-maintained and efficient space with expansive windows, hostess stand, refrigerated display case, long open wait station, convenient counter seating for quick service, as well as ample table and booth seating. Plus, a fully-equipped well-organized commercial kitchen set up for high volumes with its 25ft hood, 6-burner stove w/oven, double-stack ovens, three flat tops, two 2-basket deep fryers, large steam table, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer and much more. In addition to a private gaming area with 6 video gaming machines. 2024 gaming revenue (locations take) $161,596! Well established 35 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Owner operated. Prime corner retail space with great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample parking. Perfectly situated on a high-traffic thoroughfare just off the interstate with over 19,600 vehicles per day. Also, a busy service/retail, municipal and light-industrial corridor with constant vehicle flow. Plus, surrounded by a vast residential area! Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Tim Ryan at [email protected] or call 847-343-1332 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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Established Friendly’s w/Drive-Thru Rehoboth Beach, DE - Coastal Hwy!
Established Friendly’s w/Drive-Thru Rehoboth Beach, DE - On Busy Coastal Hwy! "Just Minutes From Downtown Rehoboth Beach, Rehoboth Avenue & Tanger Outlets" An iconic brand serving a mouthwatering classic American menu of signature entrees, burgers, sandwiches and hand-crafted, specialty ice cream for over 90 years. Plus, a recently launched menu with a dozen great new items from burgers to melts to pastas to salads along with new ice cream flavors. This full-service restaurant features a family-friendly layout with its ice cream counter and spacious dining room, plus convenient drive-thru. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. Dine-in, takeout, pickup and 3rd party delivery. Online ordering also available. In addition to catering, make-your-own sundae kits and family meals. And a new loyalty program. Also, Friendly’s recently updated their POS system to Revel which has a lot more capabilities such as cloud based, digital, tablets for servers and more. Friendly’s overall has been built around families and founded upon ice cream. A franchise dedicated to quality in all that they do. Every meal is freshly made offering delicious new dishes and classic comfort foods that can only be found at Friendly's. And to top it all off, they end every delicious meal with incredible homemade ice cream in unlimited shapes, sizes and flavors. Their vision and mission is "to be the leading casual restaurant/ice cream shoppe and premium retail ice cream brand...known for operations excellence, great food, famous ice cream shoppe desserts, sparkling clean facilities, prompt friendly service and dedicated people...resulting in outstanding customer loyalty and consistent profitable growth. And since the arrival of new ownership in Jan 2021 by BRIX Holdings LLC, a multi-brand restaurant management/franchising company, the brand has overall posted positive same store sales. Plus, digital mix is up. Also, the ad fee has been reduced to 2.5% to help franchisees combat increasing COGs. Prime retail space in freestanding building with drive-thru in an out lot of Rehoboth Mall, a busy well-known outdoor shopping center anchored by Walmart, Micheals, West Marine, Grocery Outlet and Harbor Freight along with Everyone Fitness, Nick’s Mini Golf, Popeyes, Wendy’s and Subway creating a powerful daily draw! Perfectly situated on busy Coastal Hwy, Delaware’s premier resort-town corridor connecting Rehoboth Beach, Lewes and Dewey Beach. A primary north-south artery along the Delaware coast, capturing local, visitor and tourist traffic with over 40,000 vehicles per day in peak season. Its ideal placement on US-1 ensures outstanding visibility, easy access and exposure to local residents supporting dining demand year-round as well as millions of vehicles traveling to the Delaware Beaches every year! Ideally positioned just minutes from Downtown Rehoboth Beach, Rehoboth Avenue and Tanger Outlets. And surrounded by major national grocery stores, retailers, hotels and restaurants. Plus, adjacent to residential growth areas and mixed-use commercial development along the Coastal Highway corridor. Strategically located on one of Delaware’s busiest commercial roads in a top-tier resort market. This Friendly’s serves both year-round residents and the large influx of tourists and vacation homeowners visiting the area! Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Nicole Rayborn at [email protected] or call 208-967-0748 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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Longstanding Hugely Popular Café Chicago, IL - Over 29 Years!
Longstanding Hugely Popular Restaurant & Café Chicago, IL - Over 29 Years! "On A Lively Stretch Of A Major N-S Artery/Busy Mixed-Use Corridor Filled With Boutiques, Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Bars, Entertainment Venues & Much More" Offering an eclectic menu of amazing vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and meat friendly dishes for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Including breakfast staples, brunch favorites, soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, personal pizzas, full plates, munchies and more. As well as shakes and mouth-watering desserts. In addition to a huge selection of cocktails and bottled beers, plus fresh-squeezed mimosas, kitchen-made bloody Marys and boozy shakes. Full-service restaurant. Breakfast served all day & night and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Dine-in, takeout and 3rd party delivery. Also, gift certificates. Boasts a charming storefront presence along with a retro interior adorned with vintage pieces, neon accents, pops of color and playful touches. Plus, a lively dog-friendly sidewalk patio out front. Well established over 29 years. And with the current owners over 23 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Relocated just a mile away and remodeled 6 years ago. Owner operated plus a full-time manager in place. Consistent sales year after year after year! Prime retail space in a freestanding building with 1st floor retail and several condos above. Enjoys great signage, high visibility and ample foot/vehicle traffic. Also features large street-level windows and outdoor seating, giving it a warm, “living storefront” vibe that attracts both locals and visitors alike. Plus, easy metered street parking as well as several paid parking lots nearby! Perfectly situated on a lively stretch of a major north-south artery and busy mixed-use corridor filled with boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, entertainment venues and much more. A major draw for foot traffic day and night: popular with locals, night-owl diners and transit riders, thanks to nearby CTA bus routes and its proximity to Red Line stations. Also, a bike-friendly neighborhood! Well positioned on this bustling street celebrated for its vibrant food scene and indie spirit. In a wonderful area of the city that combines historic charm with newer developments including classic Chicago 2-flats, courtyard buildings and multi-unit apartment buildings, attracting a mix of locals, creatives and food lovers. Plus, a large number of young professionals, long-term residents and more. Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Tom Traina at [email protected] or call 847-651-3834 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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Beloved Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant Chicago - 5 Decades!
Beloved Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant Chicago, IL - Over 5 Decades! "At A High-Traffic Intersection Along A Major E-W Arterial Corridor On Chicago’s Northwest Side" A rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, highly regarded breakfast and lunch restaurant with a loyal multi-generational customer base in a dense, high-traffic area of Chicago. Operating successfully for decades, this business is widely known for its extensive menu, generous portions and consistent quality, making it a staple within the local community. This iconic restaurant features a freshly updated interior with expansive windows, comfortable counter/table/booth seating, efficient layout and a fully equipped commercial kitchen designed to handle high-volume service. Its strong reputation has been built on scratch-made breakfast favorites and classic lunch options driving steady daily traffic and repeat clientele. Its diverse menu includes delicious omelets, skillets and benedicts, as well as specialty pancakes, waffles, crepes and French toast, plus tasty burgers, sandwiches, wraps, paninis, salads and south of the border favorites. Along with freshly brewed coffee, espresso drinks, hot and iced teas, juices, smoothies and milkshakes. And a kid’s menu. Full-service restaurant. Dine in or out and takeout, plus catering. Also, accepts group reservations and is available for private parties. Long established for over 58 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Owner operated. Turnkey with a long-time experienced staff in place! An ideal opportunity: • Decades of successful operation with strong brand recognition and deep-rooted community presence • Iconic breakfast and brunch destination with loyal repeat clientele spanning generations • High-volume operation with efficient kitchen and service flow • Offering an extensive, crowd-pleasing menu with broad appeal • Strong word-of-mouth and online reputation • Turnkey operation with all FF&E included • Excellent visibility and signage along a major thoroughfare with consistent daily traffic • Ample parking (a significant competitive advantage in the area) • Experienced staff in place Prime corner retail space in a freestanding mixed-use building with on-site parking (rare for the area) for over 22 vehicles. Perfectly situated at a high-traffic intersection along a major east-west arterial corridor on Chicago’s northwest side, this restaurant benefits from exceptional daily traffic counts, strong visibility and easy accessibility. Its surrounding trade area is a dense mix of residential neighborhoods, retail corridors and neighborhood commercial nodes, providing a steady flow of customers throughout the day. A highly reliable breakfast/lunch trade area with consistent year-round demand! The location is particularly well-positioned to capture: • Morning commuter traffic • Local neighborhood regulars • Nearby workforce and service employees • Weekend crowds Additionally, the area is supported by: • Its close proximity to major intersections and connecting routes • Nearby schools, parks and community anchors • A high concentration of single-family homes and multi-unit residences • A strong base of long-term residents with stable household incomes Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Theo Theodosiadis at [email protected] or call 847-910-4657 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Top-Grossing Texas BBQ Franchise | Proven #1 Unit | Operator Upside
5-Year #1 in CA – Estab. 2013 -Underperforming Absentee =Margin Opp Buyer Process : NDA + basic proof of funds required prior to release of name, address, and financials. Landlord and franchisor approvals will require full financial qualification. This is not a startup—it’s a proven, top-performing Texas-style BBQ franchise in Eastvale, CA that has slipped under absentee ownership and is now priced to reflect that opportunity. ±1,980 SF location. Operating under current ownership for 6 years, with brand presence at this site since 2013. Starting during the Covid pandemic - five consecutive years, this was the highest-grossing franchised location for the brand in California. The business is currently absentee-run with two full-time co-managers covering 70–80 hours/week ($22/hr) and five part-time staff ($20/hr). Operations are stable, but the lack of hands-on ownership over the past couple of years has capped performance—this is where the opportunity is. A working owner or family-run operation can realistically tighten labor, increase oversight, and push this back toward its prior peak performance. Why This Deal Makes Sense: Proven #1 revenue unit in California (5 years straight) Established franchise location since 2013 Fully built-out ±1,980 SF—no heavy lift required Stable team in place with management coverage Clear operational inefficiencies = immediate margin upside Clean handoff for operator, family, or multi-unit buyer Important Notes: Price excludes franchisor transfer fee, required HQ training, and lease assignment costs Buyer must qualify with franchisor and landlord Potential E-2 visa opportunity (buyer to verify with counsel) Ideal Buyer: This is built for someone who will actually show up—owner-operator, family-run setup, or franchisee expanding footprint. Passive investors will leave money on the table here. Priced to reflect current absentee performance—not historical peak. Seller is realistic and prepared to transact with a qualified buyer, but not interested in renegotiation after diligence. If you’ve been waiting for a real operator play—not a dressed-up listing—this is it. The upside is obvious, but it won’t sit. Ad#:2486234
Serendipity Cafe Restaurant | Full Bar & Patio - ZERO KEY MONEY
Turnkey Operation! Full Address is Shown Turnkey ±5,537 SF Corner Restaurant | Over $1M Invested | Full Bar | Enclosed Patio | Optional Type 47 Not all interested parties will qualify. Must have excellent credit and financials. Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully remodeled ±5,537 SF second-generation restaurant in a prime corner South Bay location. This turnkey space is built for immediate operation and is ideal for an experienced operator, hospitality group, or expanding brand seeking a polished, high-capacity location with strong built-in fundamentals. More than $1,000,000 has been invested into the renovation, kitchen build-out, bar installation, and interior improvements, creating a modern, high-quality dining environment. The space features a fully renovated dining room, full bar build-out, and a fully enclosed patio well-suited for private events, group dining, and special occasions. The brand-new commercial kitchen was designed for high-volume service and includes a 20-foot hood system, grease interceptor, and walk-in refrigerator and freezer. An optional transferable Type 47 full liquor license is available for purchase, offering additional value and upside for the right buyer. The tenant is currently in Year 2 of an 11-year lease, offering long-term lease control and operational stability. Even better, there is no key money required for the leasehold interest. Positioned directly across from a major new residential development with 115 new units, this location benefits from increasing density, built-in neighborhood traffic, and continued growth in one of the South Bay’s most desirable trade areas. Strong visibility, excellent access, and ample parking make this a compelling long-term restaurant opportunity. Highlights High-volume kitchen with 20 ft. hood Grease interceptor Walk-in refrigerator and freezer Prime corner location with strong visibility along Pacific Coast Highway ±5,537 SF second-generation restaurant Over $1M invested in remodel and improvements Full bar build-out Fully enclosed patio Optional Type 47 full liquor license - available but buyer is not required to acquire it 102 on-site parking spaces, including ADA stalls ADA-compliant restrooms Space in excellent condition Plug-and-play opportunity No key money Across from 115 new residential units Located in affluent Redondo Beach trade area Lease Terms Years 3–4 (March 1, 2026 – February 29, 2028): $2.50/SF + $0.45 NNN = $16,334.15 Year 5: $2.83/SF + $0.45 NNN Years 6–11: 3% annual increases Additional Notes Lease rate does not include utilities, property expenses, or building services Fully built-out for restaurant or café use Central A/C Private restrooms Freezer space DDA compliant Ad#:2484100
Turnkey Elegant Wine Bar / Restaurant / Café — High-End Buildout
*conceptual rendering for privacy, space is fully built out* This is a serious, no-expense-spared restaurant buildout for a seasoned operator who understands what true turnkey actually means. Offered for sale is an elegant wine bar–forward restaurant and café featuring a full commercial kitchen with Type I hood, walk-in refrigeration, dishwasher, and complete restaurant infrastructure already in place. High ceilings, a fireplace, and a refined interior create an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere that works equally well for wine, beer on tap, and food service. Key Highlights 2,405 sf indoor + 516 sf patio = 2,921 sf Fully built-out restaurant + bar (true turnkey) Includes ABC Type 41 beer and wine license Type I hood, stove, walk-in cooler/freezer Gorgeous wine cellar Beer and wine bar with taps Indoor dining + outdoor patio seating Fireplace and high ceilings — rare and expensive to replicate Excellent parking (a major operational advantage) Infrastructure suitable for wine bar, bistro, upscale casual, or chef-driven concept Important Disclosure (Read Carefully) Sale is asset-only Business name, logo, menu, recipes, trademarks, and all other IP are NOT included Buyer brings their own concept and brand This is ideal for an experienced restaurateur or hospitality group who wants to skip construction, permits, delays, and cost overruns The Reality Yes, $1.5M is a substantial price — but replacing this buildout today would likely cost more, take far longer, and involve significant permitting risk. This offering eliminates the guesswork and lets a qualified operator step directly into a finished, polished space. Best Fit Wine bar or wine-driven restaurant Upscale café or bistro Craft beer + food concept Established operator expanding a proven brand Shown by appointment only. Proof of funds and operator experience required prior to release of address and full details. Ad#:2475638
Need Owner Financing? No Problem - Breakfast & Lunch Business
OWNER FINANCING FOR QUALIFIED BUYER-LOWER THAN BANK RATE-Serving Oconee & Clarke Counties - 2022 Gross Sales of $1,132,553.00. Looking for really impressive cash flow - $245,000/Annual - Long established rest. Serving southern food breakfast & lunch. Second generation owner. Great working hours - holidays closed. Consistent repeat business and favorite of locals, blue-collar clientele. FF&E included in purchase price. Approximately $4,000 inventory included. Stable Employees - Easy accessible location with approximately 50 parking. Approximately 4,188 sq.ft and seats approx. 99. Plenty of Upside. Great Reputation! Great Reviews! Great People! Great Customers! No competition in immediate area! HOOKED AFTER FIRST VISIT - REALLY!