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American Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
Other Restaurants & Food
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American Restaurants
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Turnkey Pizza Restaurant including Real Estate
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
Louisville, KY, US
This opportunity includes an operating restaurant property with extensive pizza and food-service equipment, offering a turnkey foundation for a buyer looking to launch their own concept in an established restaurant location. Situated along a major street with high neighborhood foot traffic restaurant corridor, the property benefits from strong visibility, convenient access, and an existing restaurant build-out. The current restaurant remains in operation; however, the existing brand and name are not included in the sale. A buyer will have the flexibility to introduce their own concept while benefiting from the existing real estate, equipment, kitchen infrastructure, and restaurant layout. The location is particularly well suited for another pizza concept or similar food-service operation and may allow a new owner to avoid much of the time and expense associated with developing a restaurant space from the ground up. The asking price includes the real estate & equipment.
$1,300,000Asking Price
$415,000Revenue
$150,580Cash Flow
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Bars, Pubs & Taverns
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
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Fully-Equipped Restaurant & Bar Downtown Roselle, IL-Roselle Commons!
Roselle, DuPage County, Illinois 60172-1137, United States
Roselle, DuPage County, IL 60172-1137, US
Fully-Equipped Restaurant & Bar For Lease Downtown Roselle, IL - Roselle Commons! "Rare Turnkey Space - Move-In Ready - Bring Your Concept Here" Offers an inviting atmosphere in a prime location, making it a highly-desirable spot for dining, drinks and large gatherings. An attractive build-out with upgraded finishes. And a flexible multi-level layout. Features a full bar, large open dining area, high ceilings with exposed ductwork, expansive windows, cool concrete floors and more. Also, private dining rooms and event spaces that can accommodate groups ranging from 8 to 300 guests - ideal for birthdays, showers, rehearsal dinners, weddings or business gatherings. Plus, 2 garage doors that open to its spacious fenced-in sidewalk patio. In addition to a professional-grade kitchen with 18ft hood, walk-in coolers and much more. Bring your concept here! This amazing space is adaptable to a wide range of dining concepts from casual to upscale including a breakfast place, an urban eatery, tavern, sports bar, gastropub, cantina, trattoria, chop or steak house, entertainment venue and more. Plus, the furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) are also available for an additional price of $80,000 or the landlord can have it removed. Prime corner retail space in Roselle Commons, a thriving neighborhood plaza that boasts great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample parking. Along with Dini’s Ice Cream & Boba, Elite Fitness Training, Fire Burrito, Great Clips, Maple Leaf Coffee Roasters, Maxi Mma-Jiu-Jitsu-Kids, Maximus Muay Thai & Fitness, Payless Tobacco & Liquor, Synergy Blends, The Cat House, Top Nails and more. Also, across from a large Ford dealership! Perfectly situated on Irving Park Rd, a high-traffic east-west corridor with over 17,000 vehicles per day. Strategically positioned in the heart of Roselle’s vibrant downtown business district. Close to local businesses, public transit and surrounded by a vast residential area. Plus, just minutes from I-390 and I-290. Also, across the street from Metro 19, a new $80 million dollar transit-oriented development (TOD) project currently under construction between Roselle Commons and the Roselle Metra Station. Metro 19 includes 6,800 sqft of commercial space along with 297 luxury apartments and an attached 5-story parking garage with 540 parking spaces, bringing hundreds of new residents within walking distance of this restaurant! Metro 19 is part of Roselle’s significant downtown revitalization efforts aimed at enhancing its appeal and functionality for residents and visitors alike. Also, part of this plan is actively attracting new businesses to the downtown area, as well as transforming their municipal campus into 3 distinct public spaces: Petal Plaza, Petal Porch & Petal Promenade, developing a new state-of-the-art library at 233 E. Maple Ave and redeveloping a 7-acre parcel at Roselle Rd and I-390 for new residential housing. These initiatives too will drive more consistent foot traffic into the heart of Roselle, further supporting the area’s growth and long-term vibrancy! 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.
$16,000Asking Price
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American Restaurants
Coffee Shops & Cafes
Delis & Sandwich Shops
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American Restaurants
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Turnkey Artisan Cheese Shop + Tasting Lounge | Affluent NE Phoenix
Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ, US
One-of-a-kind specialty food opportunity: per the sellers, the only dedicated cut-to-order artisan cheese shop in Phoenix, operating since 2022 in one of the Valley's most affluent trade areas. The shop pairs a curated cut-to-order cheese counter with specialty grocery, gifts, prepared foods, and charcuterie, supported by a commercial prep kitchen and a beautifully finished, design-forward retail build-out (approximately $107,000 in leasehold improvements). THE NUMBERS FY2025 revenue of $394,382 per books (FY2023: $350,617; FY2024: $383,104) FY2025 seller's discretionary earnings of $53,610 as reported Register-verified core: roughly 8,000 transactions per year at a ~$40 average ticket, three years running 2023 books tie to the filed tax return to the dollar THE PLATFORM Lease in place through 2028 at a sustainable ~6.8% occupancy cost Adjacent furnished suite already branded and staged as a tasting lounge - a built-in second revenue engine for classes, private events, and pairings 1,800+ newsletter subscribers, 5,000+ social followers, subscription cheese club launched 2026, established classes and events program Online ordering and delivery live on Toast POS THE UPSIDE The shop currently trades only five days a week - Saturday alone delivers roughly 36% of weekly sales, and Sunday/Monday remain dark. Opening Sunday at even half of Saturday's rate adds an estimated $45K-$60K in annualized revenue. Add the lounge activation, a beer and wine license for pairings, cheese club growth, and corporate gifting, and this is a platform priced below the cost of its own build-out with clear room to run. THE TRADE AREA Roughly 223,000 residents across the six-ZIP trade area, with the Town of Paradise Valley (median household income ~$160K) and the Scottsdale border ZIPs closest to the store. Sellers are relocating out of state and will provide training and full vendor/recipe introductions. Offered at $149,000 plus inventory at cost. Detailed financials, POS reports, lease file, and site visits available to qualified buyers under NDA. Do not contact staff or visit unannounced - all inquiries through the listing broker: Bret Collins, Arizona Restaurant Sales (a HUB AZ Brokers company), 602-300-0006, [email protected]. The business is listed by HUB AZ Brokers (ADRE #LC688931000), an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers of Phoenix. All listing and financial information to be verified by the buyer during due diligence.
$149,000Asking Price
$394,382Revenue
$53,610Cash Flow
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Other Restaurants & Food
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Other Restaurants & Food
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Long-Established 5,200 SqFt Freestanding Restaurant Lakemoor, IL!
Lakemoor, McHenry County, Illinois 60051, United States
Lakemoor, McHenry County, IL 60051, US
Long-Established 5,200 SqFt Freestanding Restaurant Lakemoor, IL - For Lease! "Equipped - Recently Remodeled - 80 Seats + Fenced-In Patio - 40 Parking Spaces - On Rand Rd (Route 120) With 22,000 VPD" Rare opportunity to lease a built-out and equipped freestanding restaurant along heavily traveled Route 120 in the growing Lakemoor/McHenry County market. Skip the substantial time, cost and uncertainty associated with converting raw retail space into a restaurant! This 5,200 sqft freestanding restaurant is already configured for foodservice use and offers an existing commercial kitchen with a large exhaust hood & walk-in cooler, dining room furniture, fenced-in patio, prominent signage and 40 parking spaces. The property is immediately available for a new tenant, creating an outstanding opportunity for an experienced independent operator, growing restaurant group or established concept looking to enter or expand within the northwest suburban market. Property Highlights: - 5,200 sqft freestanding restaurant - On 0.74 acres - Highly visible location on Rand Rd (Route 120) - Commercial zoning - Interior beautifully remodeled in 2023 - 80 indoor seats (multiple dining areas) - Fenced-in patio providing additional dining/entertainment potential - 40 parking spaces - Existing illuminated pylon signage - Established restaurant location with 4 decades of foodservice history - Can add Liquor & video gaming - Recently operated as Lakemoor Diner - Previously home to the well-known Le Vichyssois, which operated at the location for 38 years - Existing landlord-owned restaurant equipment is available for tenant's use - Landlord is willing to paint the building exterior in the tenant's choice of color, providing a new operator the opportunity to create its own identity & branding One of the property's greatest advantages is its existing restaurant infrastructure. Rather than starting with an empty commercial shell and investing heavily in kitchen improvements, ventilation, refrigeration, plumbing, dining furniture and related restaurant infrastructure, a new tenant can capitalize on an already established foodservice facility. Existing FF&E: - 12-ft commercial hood w/Ansul fire-suppression system - Double-stack convection oven - 2-door tabletop cooler - 3-door/2-drawer cooler - Walk-in cooler - Stainless-steel prep tables - Vegetable/prep sink - Three-compartment sink - Dining room tables & chairs - Existing restaurant fixtures & infrastructure For a restaurant operator comparing this opportunity w/constructing a new restaurant from raw retail space, the combination of an existing commercial kitchen, hood system, refrigeration, dining area, furniture, patio, parking and signage can represent significant potential savings in both startup capital and opening time. Bring your concept here! Prime retail space in a one-story freestanding restaurant building. Boasts great signage, high visibility, ample parking and strong vehicle traffic. Strategically positioned directly along Rand Rd (Route 120) in Lakemoor, the property benefits from exposure to one of the area's principal east-west commercial corridors. Route 120 connects the property with surrounding communities including McHenry, Volo, Fox Lake, Wauconda, Round Lake and the greater Chain O'Lakes area, creating the potential to draw customers from well beyond Lakemoor itself. The property is just two miles west of the major Route 120 & Route 12 commercial intersection, one of the area's primary retail nodes. That intersection has grown substantially w/major retail and restaurant development anchored by Woodman's Food Market and an expanding collection of national & regional concepts. Plus, Lakemoor continues to actively encourage commercial development along Route 120, with the Village identifying the corridor as an important commercial & development area serving a growing northwest suburban population. Listed By Pat Mahoney at EatZ & Associates / EatZ Real Estate Group LLC
$15,000Asking Price
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Italian Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
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Established Neighborhood Pizzeria & Italian Carryout W Suburb-Turnkey!
DuPage County, Illinois, United States
DuPage County, IL, US
Established Neighborhood Pizzeria & Italian Carryout W Suburb of Chicago, IL - Turnkey! "A Popular Independent Carryout In DuPage County With Strong Sales & Cheap Rent" Excellent opportunity to acquire an established, independent pizzeria & authentic Italian carryout located in a desirable W Suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. This popular neighborhood operation has developed a loyal following & outstanding online reputation for its high-quality pizza & authentic Italian cuisine. Established in 2019 & under current ownership since 2023, this streamlined operation is designed around carryout, pickup & delivery w/no dine-in seating or servers, keeping staffing requirements & operating complexity to a minimum. The business currently averages ~$7,500/wk in sales w/abbreviated operating hours & being closed Mondays. The business occupies 1,540 sqft in an established neighborhood shopping center w/excellent accessibility & ample shared parking. The exceptionally affordable rent is only $2,603/mth including water, providing a remarkably low occupancy cost for a DuPage County food-service operation. The current lease runs through Aug 2030, w/the landlord open to additional option periods. The space features an efficient, fully equipped commercial kitchen specifically designed for a high-vol pizza & Italian carryout operation. The existing buildout & equipment provide a buyer w/the opportunity to step into an operating restaurant without the substantial cost, permitting, construction & lengthy lead time associated w/building a new food-service space from scratch. The current business model is particularly attractive for an owner operator. A small, lean crew handles the operation without the expense & management demands of a traditional dining room or front-of-house service staff. Unlike a franchise, this is a 100% independent operation w/no royalties, franchise fees or corporate restrictions, providing the next owner w/tremendous flexibility. A buyer can continue operating the established concept or potentially evolve the menu & operation to fit their own vision. Offered as an asset sale, the transaction includes the established brand, recipes, goodwill, furniture, fixtures, equipment & existing lease. Prime retail space in an established neighborhood shopping center w/easy access, excellent storefront exposure & ample shared parking, plus surrounded by a strong mix of residential neighborhoods, businesses, schools & major employment centers. Making its location especially well-suited for this high-volume carryout & delivery operation! The surrounding community provides an exceptional customer base of both residents & daytime employees. This desirable w suburb is home to ~40,000 residents & more than 1,000 businesses w/an impressive 22M sqft of industrial space & 2M sqft of commercial space. Major area employers include Hearthside Food Solutions, FedEx Ground, FIC America, American Litho, Diamond Marketing Solutions, Graphic Packaging Intl, Tyndale House Publishers, Office Depot Distribution, Benjamin Moore & numerous manufacturing, distribution & corporate operations - creating substantial weekday employment & potential catering, lunch & delivery demand. The location also benefits from convenient access to the area's extensive transportation network providing access to I-390, I-355 & the greater Chicagoland market. Well positioned within an established suburban trade area offering the desirable combination of dense residential neighborhoods, a substantial daytime workforce & convenient regional accessibility - creating multiple revenue opportunities through carryout, delivery, family dining occasions, corporate orders & catering. A difficult-to-replicate restaurant location w/a built-in surrounding customer base & significant potential for continued growth! If interested, please email Ted Aretos at [email protected] or call 815-761-8334 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business
$135,000Asking Price
$452,118Revenue
$71,049Cash Flow
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Franchise Sandwich Shop
San Mateo County, California, United States
San Mateo County, CA, US
Financials Gross Income: Approximately $7,000 weekly sales, or $350,000 annually Net: TBD Lease Information Total Size: 1,200 sq. ft. Lease: Ends January 2026 – Option: None Base Rent: $3872.32/mo – CAM: $438/mo – Total: $4310.32/mo Operations Hours of Operation: Mon–Sun: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM Employees: – Full Time: 1 – Part Time: 2 Payroll: n/a
$150,000Asking Price
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Coffee Shops & Cafes
Coffee Shops & Cafes
TURNKEY BOBA TEA SHOP – PRIME LAMORINDA LOCATION | ASSET SALE
Contra Costa County, California, United States
Contra Costa County, CA, US
TURNKEY BOBA TEA SHOP – PRIME LAMORINDA LOCATION | ASSET SALE Turnkey bubble tea shop available for purchase in the desirable Lamorinda area. This established operation has been in business for approximately five years and offers a buyer an opportunity to acquire a fully equipped beverage shop with a favorable lease, low monthly occupancy cost, and an existing setup ready for immediate operation. The business is being offered as an asset sale, making this an attractive opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to enter the beverage, boba, dessert, or quick-service food market without the expense and time involved in building a location from the ground up. The current owner is semi-absentee and is selling to spend more time with family following the arrival of a new baby. BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS Approximately 600 sq. ft. Monthly base rent of approximately $2,086, plus $472.50 CAM Lease secured through 2030, with a five-year renewal option Primarily a to-go and quick-service operation Established approximately five years Existing customer base and neighborhood presence Compact, efficient layout designed for beverage preparation and quick service Asset sale – turnkey operation MENU The shop currently offers: Various types of Boba Tea and specialty beverage Selected ready-made hot food items Opportunity to expand the menu with additional beverages, desserts, snacks, ready made. HISTORICAL GROSS SALES 2023: $249,908 2024: Approximately $210,000 2025: $178,174 The recent sales history also creates an opportunity for a new owner to evaluate the operation and implement a new business strategy, including expanded operating hours, delivery and third-party ordering platforms, additional menu offerings, local marketing, seasonal promotions, and other revenue-generating initiatives. EQUIPMENT INCLUDED The sale includes a substantial package of equipment, including: Double-door stainless-steel refrigerator/freezer 8-tap refrigerated keg system Commercial waffle maker Cup sealer Deli-line refrigerator Chest freezer--ice cream bars etc. DD SS Freezer Ice machine Water heater POS system Additional fixtures and equipment necessary for operation STAFFING & FACILITY The business currently operates with three part-time employees, and a manager in addition to the owner, who is currently on payroll. The location features a compact and efficient service area and has access to a shared rear common-area ADA-compliant restroom. GROWTH OPPORTUNITY This opportunity is particularly suited for an owner-operator or entrepreneur who wants a ready-to-use location with relatively low rent and an existing infrastructure. A new owner could explore: Expanding operating hours Adding delivery and third-party ordering platforms Introducing new specialty drinks and seasonal beverages or fresh juice Expanding the food and dessert menu Increasing local and social-media marketing Developing catering and group-order opportunities Introducing promotional programs to increase repeat business The low monthly rent, long-term lease, existing build-out, and included equipment provide a buyer with a foundation to develop the location according to their own business strategy. CONFIDENTIAL INQUIRIES Please contact the listing broker for additional information, including available financial documentation, equipment/inventory information, training details, and to schedule a confidential showing. An excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur looking for a turnkey beverage/quick-service location in the Lamorinda area with a favorable lease and significant potential for repositioning and growth.
$70,000Asking Price
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Bakeries
Food & Related products
Bakeries
Food & Related products
3,799 SqFt Fully Equipped Bakery & Production-Scale Commercial Kitchen
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois 60646-6216, United States
Chicago, Cook County, IL 60646-6216, US
3,799 SqFt Fully Equipped Bakery & Production-Scale Commercial Kitchen Far NW Side of Chicago - For Lease! "Rare Turnkey Food-Production Opportunity in Chicago's Gladstone Park/Norwood Park Trade Area" Exceptional opportunity to lease the entire 3,799 sqft ground floor of this historic bakery property at 5742-5744 N Milwaukee Ave on Chicago's far nw side. Formerly associated with the longtime Gladstone Park Bakery & currently home to New Paradise Bakery, this established food-service location combines an attractive customer-facing bakery/café with a large, fully equipped commercial production kitchen - ready for the next operator. The 2-story building dates to 1920, while the ground-floor bakery underwent a major renovation in 2022, including updated plumbing/electrical systems & extensive food-production improvements. Rather than taking over an empty shell & spending substantial time/capital designing, permitting & equipping a commercial kitchen, a new tenant can step into an established food-production facility with the infrastructure already in place. EXTRAORDINARY EQUIPMENT PACKAGE The landlord-owned FF&E remain with the premises for the lease term & renewals, providing an enormous head start for the next operator. The extensive equipment package includes a Middleby Marshall 6-shelf oven, Hobart rolling rack oven w/racks, multiple Hobart commercial mixers, twin-arm dough mixer, spiral mixer, Baxter proofers, 2-pass dough sheeter, Baker's Pride mini pizza oven, 12' exhaust hood, fryers, range w/flat-top grill, Hobart slicer, gelato machine, milk pasteurizer, cookie dough stamper, shrink-wrap machine, dough racks & numerous commercial prep tables. Cold-storage capacity is equally impressive with a 18'x10' walk-in cooler & 20'x20' walk-in freezer + additional refrigeration & freezers. The retail area is also nicely outfitted with refrigerated pastry display cases, gelato display case, sandwich station, POS, tables & seating, allowing an operator to combine high-volume production with a customer-facing retail component. BAKERY LOCATION WITH HISTORY This address has a long association with baking on Chicago's nw side. The former Gladstone Park Bakery became a neighborhood institution known especially for decorated cakes. New Paradise subsequently transformed the property into a Sicilian-inspired bakery, café & gelateria which opened here in 2022 following extensive renovations. That history gives the next tenant something virtually impossible to recreate in a new location - a property that area residents already recognize as a destination for baked goods/specialty foods. Truly a unique opportunity to lease a large, fully built-out & extensively equipped bakery/commercial kitchen on 1 of Chicago's established nw side commercial corridors. Bring your concept, recipes & staff - the expensive infrastructure is already here! PRIME MILWAUKEE AVE LOCATION Located along the well-established Milwaukee Ave commercial corridor serving Gladstone Park, Norwood Park, Jefferson Park & surrounding nw side neighborhoods, the property benefits from a dense residential customer base, strong household incomes & excellent accessibility. MULTIPLE POSSIBLE USES A rare chance to lease a fully equipped, production-scale bakery/commercial kitchen with established retail frontage & deep equipment package, avoiding the tremendous cost/time involved in building one from scratch. The combination of substantial production capacity & retail frontage makes this property ideally suited for an established bakery expanding to another location, wholesale bakery, commissary/central production kitchen, catering company, specialty food manufacturer, ghost kitchen or multi-brand delivery operation. As well as a café, pizzeria, deli or prepared-food concept. Existing refrigeration, ovens, mixers, proofing equipment, display cases & production infrastructure provide tremendous flexibility! Listed by Brian O'Kelly at EatZ & Associates
$19,500Asking Price
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Other Restaurants & Food
Quick Service Restaurants
Other Restaurants & Food
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Rare 2nd Generation Drive-Thru Restaurant Chicago - 79th St Corridor!
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois 60620-5242, United States
Chicago, Cook County, IL 60620-5242, US
Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to lease one of Chicago's few remaining second-generation drive-thru restaurant buildings. Situated on a highly visible hard corner along the busy 79th Street commercial corridor, this freestanding 3,712 sqft building sits on a generous 0.51-acre parcel with 32 dedicated parking spaces, an existing permitted drive-thru and extensive restaurant infrastructure already in place - saving an incoming tenant significant time and capital. Unlike new construction, this property allows operators to avoid the lengthy entitlement process and substantial build-out costs typically associated with developing a new drive-thru location. With 3 commercial exhaust hood systems, black iron gas lines, Ansul fire suppression, multiple walk-in coolers and freezers, grease trap infrastructure, commercial kitchen layout and an existing drive-thru with proper vehicle stacking, the property offers an estimated $200,000 to $400,000 in tenant improvement savings while potentially reducing development timelines by 6 to 18 months. The building is immediately available and ideally suited for: - National or regional quick-service restaurants - Fast-casual restaurants - Drive-thru coffee concepts - Pharmacy operators - Urgent care or medical users - Dialysis centers - Banks or financial institutions - Automotive service concepts - Convenience retail and other B3-1 permitted commercial uses Prime retail space in a freestanding building with drive-thru in the heart of Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood, the property serves a dense urban trade area with over 257,000 residents within 3 miles and nearly 1.9 million residents within 10 miles. The surrounding corridor includes major national retailers such as Walmart Neighborhood Market, McDonald's, Burger King, Dunkin', Popeyes, Aldi and Family Dollar, providing consistent daily consumer traffic and strong co-tenancy. Plus, exceptional public transportation with CTA Route 79 directly in front of the property, convenient access to the CTA Red Line and the new Auburn Park Metra Station opening nearby in late 2026, providing direct service to downtown Chicago. Feel free to stop by the location first. 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.
$6,186Asking Price
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Other Restaurants & Food
Quick Service Restaurants
Other Restaurants & Food
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Freestanding Restaurant Downtown DeKalb, IL - On Lincoln Hwy Near NIU!
DeKalb, DeKalb County, Illinois 60115-3611, United States
DeKalb, DeKalb County, IL 60115-3611, US
Freestanding Restaurant Downtown DeKalb, IL - On Lincoln Hwy Near NIU! "Bring Your Concept Here - No Restrictions - Can Also Add A Drive-Thru" An exceptional opportunity to lease one of DeKalb's few freestanding, single-tenant restaurant buildings just blocks from Northern Illinois University on the city's primary commercial corridor with convenient access to/from all areas of the city. This fully built-out restaurant offers operators the rare chance to open quickly while avoiding the significant time, expense and uncertainty of constructing a restaurant from the ground up. This space allows an incoming tenant to bypass much of the costly infrastructure already completed, including much of the kitchen layout, plumbing, electrical, hood configuration, dining area, lighting and restaurant improvements. Unlike a restaurant space located within strip centers or shopping plazas, this standalone building provides complete operational independence, dedicated parking, outstanding visibility, unrestricted branding opportunities and the flexibility today's restaurant operators demand. The property can accommodate a wide variety of food service concepts. Its existing infrastructure makes it adaptable for nearly any restaurant concept with minimal modifications. Whether you're an independent restaurateur, local brand, regional operator, national franchise or specialty food concept, this versatile (fast-food or fast-casual) property provides everything needed to establish a strong presence in one of northern Illinois' most active college markets. Property Highlights - Freestanding single-tenant restaurant building - Built in 1989 - 2,119 sqft - Existing restaurant build-out - Commercial kitchen layout already in place - Some restaurant equipment included - Dedicated on-site parking - Monument signage - Excellent visibility along busy W Lincoln Hwy (IL Route 38) - Ideal for dine-in, carryout, pickup & 3rd-party delivery - Can also add a drive-thru - Vacant & available immediately - Bring your concept here! Prime retail space along W Lincoln Highway (Route38), DeKalb's primary E-W commercial corridor with ~10,000 VPD connecting Northern Illinois University, Downtown DeKalb, Sycamore and Interstate 88. Enjoys outstanding visibility, convenient access and is surrounded by a strong mix of restaurants, retail, hotels, residential neighborhoods, major employers and more. Nearby Traffic Generators - Northern Illinois University (~16,000 students, faculty & staff) - NIU Convocation Center (10,000+ seats) - Huskie Stadium (24,000+ seats) - DeKalb Public Library - Egyptian Theatre - DeKalb Municipal Buildings - Downtown DeKalb - Prairie Park - Nearby professional offices, healthcare facilities, personal services, national retailers & major hotels - Major employers including Meta (Facebook) Data Center, Ferrara Candy Company, 3M & Nestle - Dense residential base (~15,000 within 1 mile, ~44,000 within 3 miles & ~60,000 within 5 miles) Feel free to stop by the location first. If interested, please email Ted Aretos at [email protected] or call 815-761-8334 for more information. Showings by appointment only.
$4,400Asking Price
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Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for restaurant and food business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$453k
Median cash flow$80k
Median sale price$130k
Multiple range1.2x - 2.5x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$1.49m
Median cash flow$272k
Median sale price$750k
Multiple range2.1x - 3.4x
Over $2M
Median revenue$4.44m
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
GW
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.