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Diners
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Diners
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High-Volume Long Established Family Restaurant - Northwest Suburb!
Cook County, Illinois, United States
Cook County, IL, US
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.
$138,500Asking Price
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Bars, Pubs & Taverns
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
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Sports Bar, Grill & Live Entertainment Venue w/Gaming-Sales Over $966k
DuPage County, Illinois, United States
DuPage County, IL, US
High-Volume Sports Bar, Grill & Live Entertainment Venue w/Gaming Western Suburb of Chicago - Sales Over $966,000 "Gaming Revenue $161,989 - 2026 First Quarter Sales Up 22.4% & Gaming Income Up 13.4%" An incredible opportunity to acquire a thriving neighborhood bar & grill in a highly desirable western suburb. A well-established pub that has built a strong local following by combining great food, creative cocktails, sports viewing, live entertainment and video gaming in a lively social atmosphere all under one roof. This turnkey operation offers a dynamic blend of revenue streams including food sales, liquor sales, live music/theme nights, gaming income and private events. Known for its, hearty American comfort food, award-winning cocktails, weekly entertainment programming and energetic atmosphere. Popular with families, friends, coworkers, sports fans, live music patrons and gaming enthusiasts alike. Its spacious interior features a full-service bar, comfortable dining areas, multiple TVs and projection screens for sports viewing, an entertainment space for live bands and events, plus a semi-private gaming area. All in an inviting tavern-style atmosphere designed to encourage repeat business and extended guest stays. Weekly programming currently includes trivia-style events, bingo, themed entertainment nights, live music performances and other customer-driving promotions that create strong weekday and weekend traffic. The operation also accommodates private parties, and group events, as well as off-site catering. Its impressive menu offers an approachable mix of relaxed comfort food and upscale pub favorites including starters, burgers, salads, wraps, handhelds and chef-inspired specialties that appeal to a broad demographic. Plus, signature offerings and drink specials that have helped create strong customer loyalty and repeat visitation. Business Highlights • Broad menu with wide demographic appeal • Mouthwatering dishes made with the finest ingredients • Full bar with strong cocktail program • Multiple TVs & projection screens • Strong sports-bar & nightlife atmosphere • Additional live entertainment & event-driven revenue • Substantial gaming income • Private event & party capabilities • Ample on-site parking for dining, nightlife, entertainment & event traffic • Turnkey operation with established systems in place Well established over 5 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Gaming revenue (location’s take) $161,989. 2026 first quarter sales up 22.4% and gaming income up 13.4%! Prime retail space in a freestanding building along a heavily traveled west suburban retail corridor surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods, major retail centers, hotels, office buildings and commuter traffic. Benefits from excellent street visibility, strong exposure, convenient access and ample parking. An ideal destination for lunch, dinner, sporting events, nightlife and entertainment-driven traffic. And surrounded by a strong mix of established residential communities, regional retail destinations, major hotels, corporate office corridors and entertainment venues that continue to drive consistent consumer activity throughout the week. Location Highlights • Situated along a major retail & dining corridor • Strong co-tenancy with surrounding national retailers, services, eating & drinking establishments • High visibility & ample parking • Exceptionally high daily traffic counts • Excellent accessibility from major E-W & N-S thoroughfares 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.
$175,000Asking Price
$966,986Revenue
$73,272Cash Flow
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American Restaurants
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
American Restaurants
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One-Of-A-Kind Restaurant Affluent Western Suburb - Sales Over $1.4M!
Kane County, Illinois, United States
Kane County, IL, US
High-Volume Well-Established One-Of-A-Kind Restaurant Affluent Western Suburb of Chicago - Sales Over $1.4 Million! "In The Heart Of Its Historic Downtown Shopping & Dining District Walking Distance To Everything" A distinctive supper club-style restaurant that seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern culinary flair. A cherished destination for both locals and visitors alike seeking an intimate and memorable dining experience. Serving a thoughtfully curated menu of creative American cuisine, featuring fresh seafood, prime steaks, inventive small plates and mouthwatering desserts including an eclectic menu of seasonal comfort food sourced from local producers. As well as a variety of supper club specials like Thursday Rib Night, Friday Fish Fry and Saturday Prime Rib. In addition to an array of inventive cocktails, alongside a curated selection of local craft beers and fine wines. Inspired by classic Midwest supper clubs, offers a nostalgic yet contemporary dining atmosphere. Its beautiful interior features dim lighting, candlelit tables and whimsical touches, creating a cozy and romantic setting. Full-service restaurant with full bar. Fine dining. Open for happy hour and dinner. Reservations accepted. Also, private, semi-private rooms or the entire restaurant is available to host a variety of events including rehearsal dinners, intimate wedding receptions, holiday parties, baby or wedding showers, networking events, birthday parties, corporate dinner parties, engagement parties and much more. Well established over 7 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Turnkey! Prime retail space on the main street/main thoroughfare running through the popular historic downtown of an affluent sought-after western suburb. Encircled by a population of nearly 58,000 residents with an average income of over $125,000 within a 3-mile radius. Nestled in the town's highly desirable retail corridor. Surrounded by over 160 independent boutiques, specialty shops, restaurants, eateries and pubs. One-of-a-kind shops specializing in high-end fashions, exquisite jewels, original works of art, one-of-a-kind gifts, skin care products, as well as coffee, tea, chocolate, gelato, ice cream, popcorn, baked goods, spices and olive oil, plus wine stores, local brewing and distilling. Perfectly situated along with many other desired local businesses. One of the best shopping and dining experiences in the area. Tons of foot and vehicle traffic. Also, a popular tourist destination. Plus, lots of special events throughout the year. And ample street and city lot parking. 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.
$159,000Asking Price
$1,409,937Revenue
$97,453Cash Flow
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American Restaurants
Quick Service Restaurants
American Restaurants
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Very High-Volume Longstanding Gyros/Beef/Burgers/Hot Dog Joint-31 Yrs!
Cook County, Illinois, United States
Cook County, IL, US
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.
$350,000Asking Price
$924,823Revenue
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American Restaurants
Diners
American Restaurants
Diners
Beloved Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant Chicago - 5 Decades!
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States
Chicago, Cook County, IL, US
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.
$275,000Asking Price
$1,200,000Revenue
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Juice Bars
Quick Service Restaurants
Juice Bars
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Established National Juice & Superfood Franchise - In Lincoln Park!
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois 60614-3320, United States
Chicago, Cook County, IL 60614-3320, US
Established National Juice & Superfood Franchise - On Lincoln Ave In The Heart Of Chicago’s Sought-After Lincoln Park Neighborhood! "In Lincoln Common, A 100,000 SqFt Dynamic Mixed-Use Lifestyle Development & Live-Work-Play Community" Amazing opportunity to purchase a fast-growing national juice, smoothie & superfood bar franchise. Offering cold-pressed juices, superfood smoothies, acai/pitaya bowls, wellness shots & more. Perfect for today’s demand for clean, convenient, better-for-you food & beverage. Ideal for breakfast & lunch as well as post-workout, afternoon pickups & an evening healthy treat. Menu 1. Cold-Pressed Juices - Bottled cold-pressed juices w/up to 5lbs of fresh fruits & vegetables in each bottle - Retains vitamins, minerals & live enzymes due to the cold-press process - High nutritional value - Organic & non-GMO, often sourced from local/regional farms 2. Superfood Smoothies - Handcrafted 20oz smoothies formulated w/the highest quality superfood ingredients from all over the world, rich in nutrients & unparalleled taste - Made-to-order & customizable - Intended for energy, recovery, meal replacement or wellness boost 3. Acai & Pitaya Bowls - Handcrafted thick smoothie-style bowls w/fruit bases & nutrient-dense toppings - Made with organic & wild harvested acai from Brazil or organic dragon fruit 4. Cold-Pressed Juice Shots - Small, concentrated 2oz shots for quick wellness boosts 5. Customizable Offerings - Create-Your-Own Smoothies or Bowls - Juice Cleanses (multi-bottle plans for detox/health resets) - Steel-cut oatmeal bowls, toasts & snacks Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in, carryout, pickup & 3rd party delivery + event catering for business meetings & corp events or any occasion. App & online ordering also available. And an awards program. Clean modern build-out. A bright, inviting & minimalist interior with a light & neutral color palette. Featuring high ceilings, exposed ductwork, expansive windows, natural materials & finishes, polished concrete floors, simple high-top & bench seating & grab n' go cooler. A relaxed environment w/an uplifting atmosphere & an organic feel. Established franchise location for over 5 years. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures & equipment included. Currently absentee owned & operated with a full-time manager in place. Prime retail space in Lincoln Common, a 100,000 sqft dynamic mixed-use lifestyle development & live-work-play community with a curated mix of dining, retail, fitness, wellness, professional services, luxury residences & public spaces - creating a hub of everyday activity & foot traffic. The center includes many other popular eating & drinking establishments - creating a varied food & beverage destination. As well as fitness & wellness offerings alongside special services s and professional services - adding everyday convenience & essential services to the vibrant retail ecosystem. The development also offers a public parking garage (open 24/7) with in-store validation with the 1st 90 minutes free + street parking nearby - supporting both quick pickup orders & longer visits. Its environment is intentionally walkable, with open plazas & pedestrian connections that encourage exploration & repeat visits. And its year-round events & a central plaza make it a community gathering spot! Also, perfectly situated on N Lincoln Ave, one of Chicago’s most desirable residential & retail corridors surrounded by independent boutiques, casual cafés, cultural venues & parks including Lincoln Park & Oz Park just blocks away. And is well-positioned near the crossroads of Lincoln Ave, Fullerton Ave & Halsted St, capturing significant foot & vehicle visibility. Plus, its close proximity to transit & major city attractions additionally drives traffic throughout the day. As well as being close to DePaul University which also helps drive daytime & evening activity especially from students, faculty & staff. Listed By Tim Ryan at EatZ & Associates
$79,000Asking Price
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Coffee Shops & Cafes
Diners
Coffee Shops & Cafes
Diners
Longstanding Hugely Popular Café Chicago, IL - Over 29 Years!
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States
Chicago, Cook County, IL, US
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 Tim Ryan at [email protected] or call 847-343-1332 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
$299,000Asking Price
$1,541,153Revenue
$103,558Cash Flow
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Juice Bars
Quick Service Restaurants
Juice Bars
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Established National Juice & Superfood Franchise - In Wicker Park!
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois 60622-2170, United States
Chicago, Cook County, IL 60622-2170, US
Established National Juice & Superfood Franchise - On Milwaukee Ave In The Heart Of Chicago’s Popular Wicker Park Neighborhood! "One Of Chicago’s Most Active Neighborhood Retail Corridors With Constant Day-To-Night Activity" Amazing opportunity to purchase a fast-growing juice, smoothie and superfood bar franchise. Offering cold-pressed juices, superfood smoothies, acai/pitaya bowls, wellness shots and more. Perfect for today’s demand for clean, convenient, better-for-you food and beverage. Ideal for breakfast and lunch as well as post-workout, afternoon pickups and an evening healthy treat. Menu 1. Cold-Pressed Juices Bottled cold-pressed juices with up to 5lbs of fresh fruits & vegetables in each bottle Retains vitamins, minerals & live enzymes due to the cold-press process High nutritional value Organic & non-GMO, often sourced from local/regional farms 2. Superfood Smoothies Handcrafted 20-oz smoothies formulated with the highest quality superfood ingredients from all over the world, rich in nutrients & unparalleled taste Made-to-order & customizable Intended for energy, recovery, meal replacement or wellness boost 3. Acai & Pitaya Bowls Handcrafted thick smoothie-style bowls with fruit bases & nutrient-dense toppings Made with organic & wild harvested acai from Brazil or organic dragon fruit 4. Cold-Pressed Juice Shots Small, concentrated 2-oz shots for quick wellness boosts 5. Customizable Offerings Create-Your-Own Smoothies or Bowls Juice Cleanses (multi-bottle plans for detox/health resets) Steel-cut oatmeal bowls, toasts & snacks Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery. Plus, event catering for business meetings and corporate events or any occasion. App and online ordering also available. And an awards program. Clean modern build-out. A bright, inviting and minimalist interior with a light and neutral color palette. Featuring expansive windows, natural materials and finishes, polished concrete floors, simple high-top & window seating, grab & go cooler and a small retail area. A relaxed environment with an uplifting atmosphere and an organic feel. Established franchise location for over 5 years. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) included. Currently absentee owned and operated with a full-time manager in place. Prime retail space on the first floor of a mixed-use building with apartments above. Boasts great signage and exceptional visibility with high foot, bike and vehicle traffic. Perfectly situated on Milwaukee Ave, one of Chicago’s most active neighborhood retail corridors, surrounded by dense residential rooftops, offices and restaurants/bars, plus strong transit access. Enjoys constant day-to-night activity! Well positioned on a lively stretch with many other popular eating & drinking establishments including Artemio’s Bakery, Bloom Plant Based Kitchen, Bru Chicago, Chip City, Crumbl, Devil Dawgs, Dstrkt Bar & Grill, En Hakkore Sushi Burrito & Poke Bowl, Foxtrot Market, Insomnia Cookies, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, Kama Bistro, Little Olive Lounge, Lone Owl, Nick’s Beer Garden, Original Club, Oro Chocolate & Coffee, Rumi Middle Eastern Grill, Seoul Stick, Swig, Sweetgreen, Taco Bell Cantina, Taxim, The Revel Room, Uni Uni Bubble Tea, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream and more. Ideally located in the heart of Chicago’s affluent Wicker Park, a top Chicago neighborhood! And Wicker Park’s customer base aligns perfectly with the franchises’ model - health-conscious residents, professionals, fitness-focused consumers and weekend crowds seeking convenient premium options. A national juice & superfood franchise on this bustling corridor is well situated to capture: - Morning commuters - Post-workout traffic - Daytime neighborhood walk-in + delivery - Additional weekend foot traffic and shoppers Listed By Tim Ryan at EatZ & Associates
$79,000Asking Price
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Coffee Shops & Cafes
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Coffee Shops & Cafes
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Built-Out Quick-Service Restaurant McHenry, IL - Boone Creek Plaza!
McHenry, McHenry County, Illinois 60050-4001, United States
McHenry, McHenry County, IL 60050-4001, US
Fully Built-Out Quick-Service Restaurant McHenry, IL - Boone Creek Plaza! "A Highly-Visible Jewel-Osco Anchored Neighborhood Center On Route 120" An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, modern café and light food concept located in Boone Creek Plaza, a highly-visible Jewel-Osco anchored retail center on Route 120 in McHenry, IL. Currently operating as Teame Boba, a local favorite for premium boba tea, smoothies and Asian-inspired street food, known for its welcoming atmosphere, diverse menu and consistent quality. This is a true asset sale, featuring a well-designed interior, high-quality equipment package and a flexible layout that can support a wide variety of food and beverage concepts. Build-Out & Interior Features: • Striking interior design • Natural wood tones and textured accent walls • Modern front counter with stone-style façade • Open-concept service line with excellent customer flow • Inviting café-style seating • Highly functional layout optimized for both dine-in and carryout This space offers a “plug-and-play” environment ideal for a cafe, sandwich place, coffee shop, smoothie/juice bar, dessert concept or specialty beverage franchise as well as many other quick-service or fast-casual food restaurants. Equipment List: • Hood (Landlord’s Owned) • 4-Burner Tabletop Range, Flat Top Griddle, 2-Basket Deep Fryer, 3-Well Steam Table, Microwave • Two 2-Door Refrigerated Prep Stations, 2-Door Reach-In Cooler & Freezer • Drink Station With Sinks & Ice Bin, Drink Sealing Machine, Ice Machine • Veggie Sink, 3- Compartment Sink • Misc Stainless Prep Tables, Equipment Stands, Shelving Units, Blenders & Mixers, Smallwares • 8 Seat Tables/Chairs, 2 Large Wall Mounted TV’s • POS Terminal & Two Self-Serve Kiosks Its well-equipped for both beverage-focused and hot food operations. A rare combination of beverage production setup and a hot kitchen, allowing for multiple concept directions. Simple operation - counter service. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) included. Owner operated. Prime retail space Boone Creek Plaza, a well-established neighborhood shopping center anchored by Jewel-Osco. Along with Discount Cigarette & Cigar Center and Zenshi. A busy daily-needs shopping center driving consistent daily traffic throughout the day. And adjacent McHenry Shopping Center with Angelo’s Fresh Market, Boost Mobile, Dollar General, Grand Buffet, Dollar Tree, Fashion Nails, La CoQueta Michoacana, Tacos El Norte, Twisted Limited Laser Tag Arena, Velasquez Mufflers & Brakes Shop and more. Perfectly situated along Route 120, one of McHenry’s primary commercial corridors. On W Elm St, a busy stretch lined with restaurants, retailers and services. Location Advantages: • Strong synergy with adjacent food and convenience uses • Excellent visibility via prominent pylon signage • Large convenient shared parking lot • Direct proximity to signalized intersections and steady commuter traffic • Near established national brands including Binny’s Beverage Depot, Burger King, Dunkin’, KFC, IHOP, McDonald’s, Rosati’s Pizza, Starbucks, Taco Bell, Wingstop • Plus popular local eating & drinking establishments including Adam’s Sandwich Shop, Happy Jacks, La Trinidad Restaurant, My Place Bar & Grill, The Village Squire, Tommy’s Red Hots and more • Surrounded by schools and dense residential neighborhoods 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.
$29,000Asking Price
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Bakeries
Quick Service Restaurants
Bakeries
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Crumbl - 3 Store Package Deal - 3 Sought-After Northwest Suburbs!
Cook County, Illinois, United States
Cook County, IL, US
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.
$699,000Asking Price
$2,167,548Revenue
$326,543Cash Flow
Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for restaurant and food business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$456k
Median cash flow$80k
Median sale price$130k
Multiple range1.2x - 2.5x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$1.50m
Median cash flow$276k
Median sale price$750k
Multiple range2.1x - 3.5x
Over $2M
Median revenue$4.27m
Median cash flow$1.03m
Median sale price$3.20m
Multiple range2.7x - 4.0x
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
What to know about restaurant and food business acquisitions
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Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating restaurant and food business acquisitions.
Read the lease like it's the deal
Remaining term, escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a restaurant; a strong concept on a non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.
Pressure-test prime cost — labor plus food
Margins are thin and move with wages and commodities; understand prime cost and how stable the kitchen and front-of-house staff are.
Confirm licenses and health standing transfer
Liquor licenses, health permits, and inspection history are valuable and sometimes fragile; review the record before you commit.
Test how much rides on the owner and concept
A chef-owner or personality-driven concept may not transfer; understand the recipes, systems, and whether the brand survives new ownership.
Budget for equipment and build-out condition
Kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and the dining room wear and date; tour it with someone who knows the gear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
Yes, but they're scrutinized closely because margins are thin and failures common. Verifiable cash flow, a transferable lease, and systems that run without the owner make the difference.