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High-Volume Cafe & Restaurant w/Bar & Gaming Western Suburb-$1M+Sales!
High-Volume Well-Established Cafe & Restaurant w/Bar & Gaming Western Suburb of Chicago, IL - $1M+ Sales! "Boasts Numerous Revenue Streams Serving Multiple Dayparts" Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly-rated independent café and restaurant with full bar and licensed video gaming lounge located in a highly-desirable western suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. Established nearly a decade ago, this popular neighborhood concept has built a loyal customer following, strong reputation and proven operating history, generating over $1 million in combined gross revenue in 2025. This multi-faceted business combines a full-service restaurant with a counter-service cafe, full bar and gaming lounge. Dine-in, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery, plus huge catering business. In addition to 6 gaming terminals providing an additional high-margin ancillary revenue stream, generating $46,244 in gaming income in 2025. Its beautifully built-out space features an extensive commercial kitchen, dedicated specialty coffee/espresso counter, spacious dining room, bar area, separate gaming lounge and fenced-in patio. Its fully-equipped kitchen includes a large exhaust hood, 6-burner stove, walk-in cooler, char grill, flat-top, fryers and much more. Overall the facility can accommodate everyday dining, larger groups and high-volume periods with seating for more than 175 guests inside and out. And the dedicated gaming area provides an additional customer experience and revenue stream separate from the core food and beverage business. An experienced staff handles daily operations efficiently with relatively light owner oversight. Independent with no franchise royalties or corporate restrictions, a buyer may continue operating the established concept and benefit from its existing goodwill and customer relationships or potentially re-concept the fully equipped facility subject to landlord approval and applicable licensing. The asset sale includes all FF&E, leasehold improvements, trade names, website, social media, phone number, proprietary recipes and operating systems. Prime retail space in an established commercial center anchored by strong national/regional co-tenants and ample shared parking. Perfectly situated on a major western suburban commercial corridor with high visibility, strong daily traffic and convenient access. Plus, surrounded by a robust trade area supported by established retail, dining and entertainment uses. And strategically positioned in a dense residential area with an estimated population of ~37,500, median household income of approximately $90,800 and average household income of ~$108,000, plus a daytime population approaching 39,000. Location, location, location: - In the heart of a highly-desirable western suburb - An area of strong retail and entertainment draw - On a highly visible commercial corridor - Near a major intersection - Close to several interstates - convenient access to/from surrounding suburbs - Surrounded by a dense residential customer base - Strong employment base - high daytime population - Solid nearby hotel demand The sale is STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL - employees, customers and vendors are not aware the business is for sale. The business name, exact location and additional details will be released only to qualified buyers after a Non-Disclosure Agreement has been signed. Please do not visit or inquire at any business you believe may be the subject of this ad. 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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Turnkey 2,941 SqFt Restaurant w/Bar & Gaming - Recently Renovated!
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a recently renovated, fully equipped/operating restaurant & bar strategically located in one of the strongest retail trade areas in the far NW suburbs. This is an asset sale, making it especially attractive for an experienced owner-operator/restaurateur/multi-unit groups/gaming operators looking to expand, franchisee seeking a 2nd-generation location or entrepreneur wanting to introduce an entirely new concept. The existing Italian restaurant, pizzeria & bar concept can potentially be continued or the versatile buildout could be converted to a variety of restaurant uses including any full-service restaurant, bar & grill, sports bar or converted to a fast-casual, QSR, franchise, delivery/carryout-focused operation or other compatible food/beverage concepts. One of the property's strongest selling points is its 2025 renovation, offering a buyer the opportunity to step into a finished, permitted & operational restaurant at a fraction of the time/investment typically required to develop a comparable location from the ground up. Rather than taking on the expense, uncertainty & lengthy timeline associated with designing, permitting and constructing a restaurant from an empty shell, a buyer can acquire an established restaurant space w/the major infrastructure, kitchen equipment, dining room, bar, furnishings & operating systems already in place. Another major advantage is the ability to operate not only as a restaurant but also as a bar & gaming establishment. The current premises are licensed for on-premise liquor service & have live video gaming operating in a dedicated front-of-house area. Prime retail space in an established strip center w/great signage, high visibility, easy access, ample parking & complementary tenants. Perfectly situated along a heavily traveled thoroughfare w/20,000+VPD with convenient access from surrounding communities throughout McHenry/Kane counties. And just off one of THE premier retail corridors in Chicago's far NW suburbs benefiting from one of the region's strongest concentrations of shopping, dining, healthcare & commercial activity as well as an affluent, established residential population that surrounds it. This nearby regional retail corridor contains more than 3M sqft of retail space & maintains a commercial vacancy rate below 5%. A premier shopping, dining & entertainment destination with traffic approaching 50,000 VPD. Also, just minutes from one of the area's dominant lifestyle shopping destinations, a 548,000+ sqft dual-grocery-anchored regional center featuring Trader Joe's, The Fresh Market, Nordstrom Rack, Dick's Sporting Goods & numerous additional national retailers/restaurants. That center alone serves a primary trade area of more than 390,000 residents, demonstrating the considerable regional draw surrounding this restaurant location. Plus, the immediate corridor benefits from an unusually strong mix of national retailers, grocery stores, restaurants, entertainment, service businesses, healthcare facilities & corp employment that generate traffic throughout the day, evenings & weekends. Other nearby retail giants include Costco, Home Depot, Jewel-Osco, Kohl's, Lowe's, Meijer, Target, Walmart & numerous other national brands. And the surrounding market offers demographics particularly well suited to restaurant operations. The restaurant's immediate postal trade area contains ~31,959 residents & 11,639 households, w/an avg household income approaching $149,000. The broader regional retail corridor draws from nearly 400,000 residents w/avg household incomes exceeding $126,000 throughout the trade area. This combination of substantial retail traffic & a large regional customer base w/strong household incomes, established owner-occupied neighborhoods & families, provides an attractive foundation for dine-in, carryout, delivery, catering & bar-focused restaurant concepts. Listed By Pat Mahoney at EatZ & Associates
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High-Volume Long-Established 5,000 SqFt Restaurant w/Liquor License!
High-Volume Long-Established 5,000 SqFt Restaurant w/Liquor License Northwest Suburb of Chicago - Premier O’Hare Hospitality Corridor! "Over 40 Years At The Intersection Of A Major E-W Arterial/Thoroughfare/I-294 Interchange Adjacent Major Hotels, Corp Offices & Entertainment" 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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Popular Bar & Grill w/Gaming - Exceptional Suburban Downtown Location!
Popular Bar & Grill w/Gaming Western Suburb of Chicago, IL - Exceptional Suburban Downtown Location! "The Second Busiest Video Gaming Spot In Town With 2025 Gaming Income At $107,287" Outstanding opportunity to acquire a recently renovated, fully equipped neighborhood bar & grill with video gaming in a thriving western suburban historic downtown approximately one hour west of Chicago. Offering multiple revenue streams, an experienced management team, attractive lease terms, a loyal customer following and a turnkey operation that allows a new owner to step in and continue to grow with increasing sales! Its full-service bar offers craft beers and signature cocktails in addition to daily drink and happy hour specials. The menu has also been carefully developed to appeal to a broad customer base with an extensive selection of delicious appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, flatbreads, tacos, fresh salads, comfort food favorites and daily specials. Occupying 4,400 sqft, this inviting establishment has become a favorite gathering place for locals and visitors alike. The business features a warm, energetic atmosphere with a relaxing bar, fully equipped commercial kitchen, spacious dining areas and various pub games, plus a sought-after video gaming area. Featuring a flexible floor plan capable of supporting everything from casual lunches and family dinners to late-night entertainment, live music, game/trivia nights, private parties and special events. One of the business's greatest strengths is its diversified revenue model. In addition to a successful beverage and food operation, the business also benefits from 6 video gaming terminals, creating a valuable secondary income stream that requires minimal labor while producing strong cash flow. Currently, the second busiest video gaming spot in town with 2025 gaming income at $107,287. The business is being offered as a stock sale, allowing the gaming license to remain active, subject to Illinois Gaming Board approval and terminal operator requirements. And the current owners just completed substantial remodeling and equipment upgrades in 2024, creating an attractive, updated interior while maintaining the welcoming neighborhood atmosphere that has earned the business its loyal following. Complete with a wrap around bar, comfortable seating, pool table, dart boards, arcade games and an open video gaming area. Every piece of furniture, fixture and equipment necessary for day-to-day operations is included, making this an exceptionally turnkey opportunity. Equally attractive is the operation itself. The business is currently managed on a semi-absentee basis with an experienced kitchen manager and bar manager overseeing daily operations. One partner currently devotes only limited weekly hours to the business, presenting a tremendous opportunity for an owner-operator to increase profitability through more active involvement, tighter inventory controls, expanded marketing efforts and additional community engagement. Prime corner retail space in a freestanding building on one of the city's primary commercial corridors with excellent visibility, convenient public parking and steady pedestrian traffic. Strategically positioned in the heart of the historic downtown of a growing western suburb of Chicago. Benefits from nearby locally owned restaurants, bars, shops and professional offices as well as year-round community events and strong local demographics. Has become an area destination for both local residents and visitors seeking dining, entertainment and nightlife in an authentic downtown setting! - Location Advantages - Historic downtown suburban location - Excellent walkability - Main corridor visibility - Near local shopping and businesses - Established nightlife area - Destination for downtown events - Benefits from community festivals and seasonal events - Loyal local customer base Listed By Tim Ryan at EatZ & Associates
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Popular Longtime Historic Downtown Pub w/Gaming-Nearly $1.1M In Sales!
Popular Longtime Historic Downtown Pub w/Gaming Far Northwest Suburb of Chicago - Nearly $1.1M In Sales! "A Rare Opportunity To Acquire One of Kane County's Premier Downtown Hospitality Venues" Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare. Located on the main street of a thriving historic downtown of a far northwest suburb of Chicago, this long-established independent pub (bar & grill) has been serving loyal guests for nearly two decades. Beautifully built out and fully equipped, this impressive 4,500 sqft venue offers everything an operator needs to step into a proven, revenue-producing facility. Its spacious layout features 2 completely separate full-service bars, including a vibrant main-floor pub and a private upstairs bar with its own dedicated street entrance - creating multiple revenue centers under one roof. Its second level is ideal for private celebrations, sports watch parties, live entertainment, fundraisers, corporate gatherings, networking events and countless other special occasions. Combined occupancy exceeds 300 guests, making this one of the area's largest and most versatile suburban downtown hospitality venues. The current owners have invested heavily in refreshing the concept, menu, branding and overall guest experience while preserving the character and charm that made this establishment a longtime local favorite. The operation is fully staffed, professionally equipped and currently generating nearly $1.1 million in annual sales, with incredible upside from 6 video gaming terminals recently added, creating a brand-new, high-margin ancillary revenue stream that requires virtually no additional labor. This one-of-a-kind bar and grill offers the warm atmosphere guests expect from a classic neighborhood pub, featuring exposed brick walls, attractive wood finishes, abundant televisions, inviting bars, multiple dining areas and a fully equipped commercial kitchen. Included in this asset sale is an extensive inventory of quality furniture, fixtures and equipment including numerous mounted televisions, seating for hundreds of guests, multiple bars with draft beer systems, beverage coolers, dedicated keg cooler, walk-in cooler, prep refrigeration, walk-in freezer, large hood, 6-burner range w/oven, grill, flat top, fryers, POS terminals and much more. As an independent with no franchise fees, royalty obligations or transfer fees, a buyer has complete flexibility to continue operating the current concept or can introduce their own take of a gastropub, sports bar, tavern or taproom, the infrastructure is already in place. Whether you're an experienced restaurateur looking to expand, an owner-operator seeking a premier location or an investor searching for an established hospitality asset with multiple revenue streams, this offering presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational venue with substantial replacement value. Businesses offering this combination of size, character, location, licensing, two-bar configuration, event capabilities and immediate revenue potential seldom become available. Prime retail space in an attractive two-story historic building in the heart of the city’s historic downtown. Boasts great signage, exceptional main street frontage, high visibility, strong pedestrian/vehicle traffic and convenient public parking, including a large city parking garage for both daily guests and large private events. Perfectly situated along the community's historic main street, the venue benefits from daily shopping, nightlife and entertainment as well year-round community events and festivals that continually drive customers into the district. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing. 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.
Historic 19 Room Inn with Endless Possibilities in Central IL
Discover this extraordinary property, where historic charm meets modern convenience. Located in the heart of Central Illinois, this unique offering includes: • 13 beautifully appointed guest rooms, blending timeless architecture with contemporary comforts. • 6 long-term suites, perfect for extended stays or steady rental income. • A banquet center accommodating up to 300 guests, ideal for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations. • An enchanting outdoor garden space for up to 150 guests, offering a stunning backdrop for unforgettable gatherings. This versatile property is a rare gem combining boutique hotel, wedding destination, or event venue. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of history with thriving business potential.
Iconic Historical Restaurant & Brewpub in Central IL
Discover an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of history and a turnkey business! This iconic downtown restaurant and brewpub boasts $2.1 million in annual sales, with over $3 million invested in renovations just five years ago. Timeless Architectural Beauty: Built in 1870 and fully remodeled in 2016, this space combines historic charm with modern functionality. Recognized with award-winning architecture, it’s as visually stunning as it is operationally efficient. Prime Location: Nestled in the heart of downtown, just steps from the riverfront, this venue offers high visibility and accessibility for locals and tourists alike. Full-service kitchen supporting a 150-seat dining room (10,000 sq ft). Spacious outdoor patio featuring bocce ball, bags, and a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere. Brewhouse (2,600 sq ft) with a 15-barrel capacity, producing an ever-changing lineup of in-house brews. Enclosed beer garden with a full bar, perfect for hosting private events or live entertainment. This turnkey business is run by an absentee owner, offering tremendous potential for a hands-on operator to take it to new heights. Don’t miss this rare chance to own a landmark venue with endless possibilities. Contact us today for more details!
Restaurant with Bar & Gaming $2MM in Revenue & $250k in Earnings
Established restaurant with bar producing nearly $2MM in revenue and $250k in earnings being an absentee owner. An operating owner could replace current management and earn over $300k per year. Huge growth potential with businesses opening nearby with 1,000 new employees. Open for lunch and dinner. Great consistent yet growing business with a good clientele. Gaming does about $100k per year net to the owner.