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Well-Established Shark’s Fish & Chicken Franchise DeKalb, IL - NIU!
Well-Established Shark’s Fish & Chicken Franchise DeKalb, IL - Adjacent Northern Illinois University! "Has Successfully Operated Within The DeKalb Market For Over 15 Years" Fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established Shark's Fish & Chicken franchise located at 901 Lucinda Ave in DeKalb, IL, directly adjacent to Northern Illinois University (NIU). This highly visible quick-service restaurant benefits from its strategic location on one of DeKalb's busiest commercial corridors, serving thousands of students, faculty, staff, visitors & residents throughout the year. Shark’s menu features the brand's most popular offerings including whole chicken wings, chicken dinners, catfish fillets, ocean perch, shrimp, Philly steak sandwiches, burgers and signature sides along with combo platters and family meals. Its broad menu appeals to a diverse customer base and generates repeat visits from both students and local residents. Shark's Fish & Chicken is one of the Midwest's most recognized fish and chicken concepts, known for its extensive menu of freshly prepared seafood, chicken, wings, sandwiches, burgers and signature sides as well as combo platters and family meals. The brand has developed a loyal customer following throughout Illinois and continues to benefit from strong consumer recognition and repeat business. This established location has successfully operated within the DeKalb market for over 15 years and enjoys a steady stream of dine-in, carryout and delivery customers. The restaurant's proximity to NIU creates exceptional demand from students and campus personnel, particularly during lunch, dinner and late-night operating hours. Its fully equipped facility offers an efficient operational layout designed to maximize production and service. Customers enjoy online ordering capabilities, quick-service convenience, convenient access and ample parking. The business has established delivery channels and benefits from strong off-premise sales generated by surrounding student housing, apartment communities and residential neighborhoods. Business Highlights - Established Shark's Fish & Chicken franchise location - Recognized regional franchise brand with loyal following - Proven operating history in the DeKalb market - Diverse menu with multiple revenue streams - Freshly-cooked made-to-order food - Fully equipped turnkey operation - Experienced staff & operational systems in place - Established digital ordering & delivery channels - High-volume online ordering business, carryout & delivery - Directly adjacent to Northern Illinois University (NIU) - Strong student, faculty & resident customer base - Strong late-night sales Whether you are an owner-operator, multi-unit franchisee, restaurant group or investor seeking an established franchise concept w/a proven track record, Shark's Fish & Chicken in DeKalb represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a recognized brand in a premier university market. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) included. Prime retail space in Village Commons, a busy retail center along Lucinda Ave. Boasts excellent visibility, easy access & ample parking. Along with other popular eating & drinking establishments including Cast Iron Coffee, Domino’s Pizza and Zahao’s Express. Perfectly situated on one of the primary commercial routes serving Northern Illinois University. Its surrounding trade area includes student housing developments, apartment complexes and established residential neighborhoods in addition to local businesses and national retailers that provide consistent customer traffic throughout the year. 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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Long-Established Hot Dog, Beef, Gyros & Burger Joint w/Property-19Yrs!
High-Volume Long-Established Hot Dog, Beef, Gyros & Burger Joint w/Property Chicago, IL - Over 19 Years! "In A Freestanding Building With Its Own Parking Lot At The Signalized Intersection Of Two High-Traffic Urban Corridors" A rare opportunity to a beloved long-standing Chicago favorite, a popular fast-food joint that blends classic local fare with neighborhood hospitality. Located on one of the city’s busiest commercial corridors. Serving the community for nearly two decades! A long-running neighborhood go-to for char-grilled burgers, Italian beef/sausage, gyros, Chicago-style hot dogs/polish and late-night staples. All the comfort foods Chicago is famous for, served fast and fresh. Its menu caters to all-day traffic and strong late-night demand, making it a go-to destination for locals and delivery customers alike. Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in or out, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery. Online ordering also available. Features a cool retro fast-food build-out with an efficient cookline built for speed and high volumes. Plus, ample seating both inside and out on its spacious patio. And convenient parking lot and on-street parking serving both dine-in customers and third-party delivery drivers. Rare amenities for a fast-food spot in this area! Well established over 19 years. And with the current owner 7 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. A turnkey restaurant perfect for an owner-operator or multi-unit group seeking a proven Chicago site with property ownership. Sales up year over year! Prime retail space in a freestanding building with its own parking lot at the signalized intersection of two high-traffic urban corridors. Easy to reach from multiple directions and benefits from continuous exposure to daily commuter traffic from quick connections to other avenues and additional neighborhoods. Boasts outstanding signage, exceptional visibility, superior exposure, easy access and strong traffic. Perfectly situated at a highly visible, high-traffic corner in a vibrant neighborhood on Chicago’s northwest side. On a major east–west arterial carrying an estimated 25,000+ vehicles per day. Surrounded by dense residential blocks, retail clusters and industrial zones, drawing a steady mix of local families, tradesmen and lunch/dinner commuters - with all-day demand from breakfast through late-night! A sought-after area with a robust population with over 80,000 residents within a 2-mile radius - providing a constant stream of local customers! 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.
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Popular Long-Established Fast-Food Joint w/Property NW Suburb-50 Yrs!
Popular Long-Established Fast-Food Joint w/Property Northwest Suburb of Chicago - 50 Years! "Freestanding Building w/Parking Lot On One Of The Most Heavily Traveled Arterial Roads In The NW Suburbs Close To Its Metra Station" A casual, family-run Greek/Mediterranean-influenced fast-food joint known for its authentic gyros and deliciously diverse menu. Offering fresh salads, classic gyros, Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef & sausage sandwiches, juicy burgers, tacos, burritos and quesadillas, plus breakfast items as well as other popular comfort foods in a relaxed setting. Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in or out, carryout, pickup and 3rd party pickup for delivery. Online ordering also available from their own website. Its efficient streamlined kitchen features a large hood, 6-burner stove w/oven, 5ft flat top, 4-basket fryer, 2 gyros spits, steam table, fries warmer, dough mixer, 2-door refrigerated prep table, ice cream cooler, shake mixer, beverage cooler, walk-in cooler, 2-door reach-in freezer, ice machine and more. Long established for over 50 years and with the current owner 25 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) included. And recipes, but no financials. Family owned and operated. 2025 sales over $477,000 and sales up year after year! Prime corner retail space in a freestanding building with its own parking lot at the intersection of two high traffic corridors. Boasts great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample parking. Perfectly situated on one of the most heavily traveled arterial roads in the northwest suburbs close to the Metra Station. Benefits from excellent daily traffic counts and constant commuter exposure. And ideally located just minutes from the bustling downtown of this sought-after northwest suburb near other independent restaurants, neighborhood bars and local shops. Also, surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods, schools, offices, retailers and service businesses. This popular fast-food joint enjoys strong breakfast, lunch, dinner and takeout traffic from commuters, residents, students, shoppers, workers 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 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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Fully Built-Out Fast-Food Restaurant - Sought-After Northwest Suburb!
A fully built-out restaurant space featuring a modern, professionally built-out space with high-quality furniture, fixtures and equipment located on a proven retail and dining corridor. Asset sale - all FF&E included. The franchise or brand is not included in the sale, making this an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or multi-unit group to introduce their own franchise or independent concept without the time, cost and risk of a full ground-up build. The space features a contemporary layout designed for fast-casual and quick-service operations, with an efficient customer service line, a fully vented commercial kitchen, and durable finishes throughout. The build-out was designed to accommodate high-volume operations and supports dine-in, carryout, delivery and 3rd-party ordering with minimal modification. Significant capital has already been invested in infrastructure, allowing a new operator to step in and focus on branding and menu execution rather than construction. This is a rare chance to acquire a nearly move-in-ready restaurant footprint in a sought-after northwest suburb at a fraction of replacement cost, with immediate speed-to-market and long-term upside. Bring your concept here to this incredible location! Not permitted (due to existing exclusives) - breakfast place, coffee shop and sandwich shop. Why This Opportunity Stands Out • Significant cost savings versus building from scratch • Avoid months of construction delays and permitting uncertainty • Flexible layout works for a wide range of restaurant or food concepts • Immediate path to opening with minimal downtime • Perfect for owner-operators, multi-unit restaurateurs or investors Prime retail space in a busy neighborhood strip center along with a popular breakfast place, wine store, hair salon and fitness center, plus national sandwich shop and coffee shop. Perfectly situated at a signalized intersection of a strong commercial corridor just off the interchange of a major route with over 27,500 vehicles per day. This location offers excellent accessibility for both residents and commuters, with strong visibility, easy ingress/egress and convenient parking that supports dine-in, carryout and delivery-driven concepts. The strip center features a strong, complementary tenant mix creating consistent all-day traffic with co-tenants producing repeat visits throughout the day and week. Its blend of food, beverage, fitness and service retail drives habitual customer behavior and makes the center an established neighborhood destination. And directly behind the center is a large office park with a dense concentration of office, medical, fitness, healthcare, technology and professional services. This immediate nearby daytime population provides a built-in customer base for lunch, grab-and-go, catering and repeat weekday traffic, significantly strengthening sales potential. The center is also adjacent to two large apartment complexes supplying dense nearby rooftops that support evening dining, late-day takeout and delivery demand. This rare combination of retail/dining co-tenancy, office/professional density and immediate residential adjacency creates a balanced day-to-night traffic profile ideal for a wide range of restaurant concepts. Finally, the property benefits from being next to a major redevelopment site and a major long-term regional catalyst. This future development project further enhances the area’s visibility, infrastructure investment and long-term upside, making the location particularly attractive for operators seeking both immediate demand and future growth potential! 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 815-761-833 for more information. Showings by appointment only.
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Long-Established Fast-Food Mexican Restaurant - Desirable NW Suburb!
Long-Established Fast-Food Mexican Restaurant Desirable Northwest Suburb of Chicago, IL - 26+ Years! "In A Busy Neighborhood Strip Center On A Primary E-W Commuter Corridor With High Traffic Counts" Offering authentic botanas, sopas, tacos, taco salads, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, tostadas, mariscos, plates, desserts and other popular traditional Mexican favorites. As well as desayunos (breakfast) and burgers. And bebidas including horchata, a Coke fountain machine and cooler filled with Mexican Coke, Jarritos and more. Plus, kid’s menu. Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery. As well as catering by the tray and by the quart, plus fiesta packs and sides. Online ordering also available. Fully equipped partially-open kitchen with 12ft hood, 6-burner conventional oven, 7-burner flat top grill, 2-basket fryer, several prep tables, hot well, 2-door sandwich table, single-door beverage cooler, walk-in cooler, single-door standing freezer, ice machine, POS system & more. Turnkey! Keep the current concept, a similar concept or bring your own to this ideal location. Only exclusion is pizza. Well established over 26+ years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) included, but no financials. Family owned and operated. Part-time working owner plus three loyal longtime employees. Fully operational - turnkey! Prime retail space in a busy neighborhood strip center along other complimentary long-term tenants including a pizza place, gambling parlor, tobacco store, nail salon, dance school, hair salon, dog day care center and more. Boasts great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample parking. Perfectly situated on a primary east–west commuter corridor with high traffic counts. Also, a heavily traveled arterial road connecting several surrounding northwest suburbs. Close to schools, parks, retail, services, neighborhood businesses, hospitals, medical facilities and more. Plus, surrounded by a dense residential area of single-family homes, condos, townhomes and apartments. Population of over 12,700 within 1 mile and over 92,000 within 3 miles with a significant segment of households falling into the $100,000+ income bracket. And its location will also benefit from being near a major redevelopment site and a major long-term regional catalyst. This future development project further enhances the area’s visibility, infrastructure investment and long-term upside, making the location particularly attractive for operators seeking both immediate demand and future growth potential! 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 Brian O'Kelly at [email protected] or call 847-579-9641 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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Very-High Volume Longstanding Gyros/Beef/Burgers/Hot Dog Joint-31 Yrs!
Very-High Volume Longstanding Gyros/Beef/Burgers/Hot Dog Joint Sought-After Northwest Suburb of Chicago - 31 Years! "Area Gem - Staple In The Community - Beloved Institution" An outstanding opportunity to purchase a classic fast-food joint on one of the northwest suburbs’ most active commercial corridors. Specializing in delicious gyros off-the-spit, Italian beef & sausage deli & hot sandwiches, submarines, Vienna hot dogs, charbroiled burgers, charbroiled, rotisserie & broasted chicken, bbq back ribs, buffalo wings, homemade soups, fresh salads, tasty sides and other Chicago-style and Mediterranean-inspired favorites. Along with fountain drinks, shakes, bottled beer and wine. Plus, everyday/daily specials and a kid’s menu. Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery, plus huge catering business. Online ordering also available. Ample seating at both booths and tables, tv’s to watch all the games and 2 games for the kids. As well as an open kitchen featuring a large hood, 3 gyros spits, 2-burner stove/flat-top w/oven, char grill, 2 deep fryers (4 baskets), meat slicer, shake machine, beverage fridge, ice machine and much more. Well established 31 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Family owned and operated. Prime retail space in a busy strip center on a primary commercial corridor and major east-west thoroughfare with over 29,000 vehicles per day. Benefits from nearby established retail/service businesses and exceptional daily traffic, plus is minutes from its thriving downtown and busy Metra station, as well as being surrounded by a dense residential area and a strong daytime workforce. Located in a sought-after northwest suburb just 30 miles from Chicago’s loop and 14 miles from O’Hare airport. This highly-desirable suburb has a great mix of commercial, light industrial, office space, residential and many award-winning schools. Location Highlights: • Easy access from multiple directions • Exceptional exposure on primary commercial corridor • Also a popular dining corridor with steady lunch and dinner traffic • High visibility along a major thoroughfare with strong daily traffic counts from continuous commuter traffic moving between suburbs • Convenient access to other major commercial corridors, key arteries, regional routes and the interstate • Just minutes from its bustling downtown and Metra station with 2,400 weekday commuters • Close to retail centers, offices, sports facilities and community amenities • Near two large high schools and a significant community college • Surrounded by a dense residential neighborhood of homes, townhouses, condos and large apartment communities 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 Theodosiadis at [email protected] or call 847-910-4657 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
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Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza Peoria, IL - University Center!
High-Volume Well-Established Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza Peoria, IL - University Center! "On N University St, One Of The City’s Busiest Retail Corridors" Rare opportunity to acquire an established Papa Murphy’s Take-N-Bake, popular chain offering fresh, made-from-scratch pizza baked at home. Along with handcrafted salads, crustless pizzas, breads and desserts. The brand’s distinctive “take-and-bake” model allows customers to purchase freshly prepared pizzas made in-store and bake them at home, delivering premium freshness while significantly reducing labor, equipment and operational complexity compared to traditional pizzerias. Customers get to personalize their pizza, picking from their favorite toppings, sauces and crusts. Get to choose from hand-sliced high-quality veggies, freshly grated cheeses, butcher quality meats and made-from-scratch doughs. Including dairy-free cheeses, gluten free crusts and Keto-friendly crustless pizzas. Also, a variety of prepared classic, signature and gourmet pizzas available so that consumers can pick one of those if they’re not looking to customize their order. And build-your-own pizza kits for the kids. Plus, new dipping sauces - choice of creamy ranch, savory garlic butter or zesty marinara. Simple operation - counter service. No seating - no dine-in. Carryout, curbside pickup or 3rd party delivery only. Online ordering is also available. And a rewards program added in 2020. Owner operated. Papa Murphy’s is one of the most recognized pizza franchises in North America and has repeatedly been named among America’s favorite restaurant chains with top customer service rankings. And “#1 in Customer Service” by Newsweek Magazine! This well-known highly rated & recommended franchise location has served the community for over 27 years and benefits from strong brand recognition, a loyal customer base and the operational advantages of Papa Murphy’s take-and-bake concept. Prime retail space in University Center, a well-established strip center on N University St, one of the city’s busiest retail corridors lined with restaurants and retailers as well as 29,000 vehicles per day. Along with AutoZone Auto Parts, Dotty’s, Metro by T-Mobile, Rumberger’s Wings, The Co-Op Shop and more - an established tenant mix generating daily consumer traffic. This franchise location also benefits from its proximity to a large cluster of national retailers and high-traffic shopping destinations including Ace Hardware, Aldi, Hobby Lobby, Walgreens, Walmart and more. These major retailers create strong cross-shopping traffic and daily consumer flow, ideal for quick-service takeout concepts like Papa Murphy’s. Plus, it is close to Landmark Plaza, an entertainment complex with Landmark Lanes and Landmark Recreation Center. As well as Schmoeger Park with several baseball fields and recreation areas. And just south of Northwoods Mall, one of the region's primary shopping centers and north of Bradley University, bringing in thousands of students and staff, plus west of Peoria Zoo. These nearby destinations generate steady daily and weekend traffic from families, students and local residents. Also, surrounded by strong residential neighborhoods which provide a large and stable customer base for pizza and take-home meals. Boasts over 13,000 residents within 1 mile, over 84,000 within 3 miles and over 131,000 within 5 miles. This dense residential population supports consistent carryout dining demand and repeat customers. 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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Crumbl - 3 Store Package Deal - 3 Sought-After Northwest Suburbs!
Crumbl - 3 Store Package Deal - 3 Sought-After Northwest Suburbs of Chicago! "Your Chance To Be Part Of The Crumbl Empire" Incredible opportunity to become part of America’s fastest growing dessert franchise. One that has revolutionized the industry and dominated the dessert market with its unprecedented success. Delicious, unique and tech driven! A beloved concept offering the freshest and finest gourmet desserts. Each week, their menu rotates to give customers 4 new flavors to experience along with their 4 classic flavors. Crumbl’s rotating menu features 200+ cookies, cakes, brownies, pies and desserts of all kinds. These incredible desserts rotate weekly and keep customers coming back every week to try new ones and to stock up on their favorites. Every dessert is made in an open-concept kitchen that allows customers to view the entire dessert-making process. Their modern, in-store experience is unique to Crumbl and why customers come back to experience again and again. And Crumbl’s decadent desserts wouldn’t be complete without their iconic pink packaging. Crumbl’s boxes are designed to perfectly fit each Crumbl dessert side-by-side, whether in a 4, 6 or 12-pack box. The unique shape along with the brand’s signature pink coloring make it recognizable and perfect for posting on social media! Additionally, their social-first design drives digital orders. Weekly flavor drops on YouTube and social media. Catering inspiration on Pinterest. 10.6M followers on TikTok, 6.3M followers on Instagram, 4M on Facebook and 1.4M on X. From celebrities, to influencers, to friends and family, their cookies get rave reviews. Has also been featured on CNBC, Good Morning America, Forbes, Mashed, Modern Retail, QSR and much more. Crumbl also considers itself a dessert tech company, priding itself not only on their gourmet desserts but also on using cutting-edge technology including Crumbl’s award-winning best-in-class app to gather consumer data, syndicate information and streamline the ordering process for customers. And their rotating weekly menu plays a key role in generating excitement about new & returning recipes, which continually bring past customers back into the store (or purchasing online for delivery). Plus, every Crumbl operation is also backed by a slick, smooth tech system that allows for a faster process and smoother experience for each customer. But that's not all. Crumbl's proven marketing strategies, social media presence, digital initiatives and local community engagement, continue to drive growth and success. And exclusive territory rights provide each owner with a protected market! An amazing opportunity to purchase 3 established profitable locations with streamlined operations and established customer bases, plus additional growth potential. And turnkey with a multi-unit manager that oversees all 3 and a trained staff in place at each location. Simple operations - no seating. Takeout, curbside pickup or delivery, plus catering and nationwide shipping. Online, app and phone ordering available. In addition to a mailing list for promotions, flavor drops and special offers. As well as a loyalty program, birthday club and gift cards. Plus, Crumbl now offers mini desserts, smaller versions of their weekly lineup which have become very popular! 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.