Bar&Grill with Venue/Private room and big patio
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Turnkey Restaurant & Entertainment Venue with Established Leadership Team
Lightning Rounds is a fast-growing, modern bar & grill and entertainment venue located just off I-69 in Lapeer, Michigan. Since opening in 2023, the business has quickly built strong community recognition, a loyal customer base, and a reputation as one of the area’s premier dining and entertainment destinations.
The concept combines a polished yet approachable roadhouse atmosphere with multiple revenue streams including:
Full-service restaurant & bar
Large outdoor patio
Live music and entertainment
Private events and parties
Catering opportunities
Seasonal festivals and community events
The property features approximately 4,500 sq. ft. on nearly 2 acres, including:
3 fully operational bars
Entertainment/dance permit
Private event space
Outdoor stage and event area
One of the largest patios in the area
18 TVs + projector screens
Strong social media presence and digital visibility
A major advantage of this opportunity is the existing management and leadership structure already in place. The business operates with an experienced team handling day-to-day operations, kitchen leadership, front-of-house management, scheduling, training, and event execution. Ownership has invested heavily in systems, operational procedures, staffing development, and infrastructure — creating a scalable operation that is not dependent on a single owner being present daily.
Lightning Rounds is ideal for:
An owner-operator seeking a strong foundation with growth upside
A hospitality group looking to expand into a proven entertainment-driven concept
A restaurant operator wanting an established venue with built-in event capabilities
An investor seeking a recognizable brand with operational infrastructure already developed
The business has demonstrated strong year-over-year momentum and remains positioned for continued growth through expanded entertainment programming, catering, private events, and outdoor activation.
Real estate may also be available separately.
Lightning Rounds is a fast-growing, modern bar & grill and entertainment venue located just off I-69 in Lapeer, Michigan. Since opening in 2023, the business has quickly built strong community recognition, a loyal customer base, and a reputation as one of the area’s premier dining and entertainment destinations.
The concept combines a polished yet approachable roadhouse atmosphere with multiple revenue streams including:
Full-service restaurant & bar
Large outdoor patio
Live music and entertainment
Private events and parties
Catering opportunities
Seasonal festivals and community events
The property features approximately 4,500 sq. ft. on nearly 2 acres, including:
3 fully operational bars
Entertainment/dance permit
Private event space
Outdoor stage and event area
One of the largest patios in the area
18 TVs + projector screens
Strong social media presence and digital visibility
A major advantage of this opportunity is the existing management and leadership structure already in place. The business operates with an experienced team handling day-to-day operations, kitchen leadership, front-of-house management, scheduling, training, and event execution. Ownership has invested heavily in systems, operational procedures, staffing development, and infrastructure — creating a scalable operation that is not dependent on a single owner being present daily.
Lightning Rounds is ideal for:
An owner-operator seeking a strong foundation with growth upside
A hospitality group looking to expand into a proven entertainment-driven concept
A restaurant operator wanting an established venue with built-in event capabilities
An investor seeking a recognizable brand with operational infrastructure already developed
The business has demonstrated strong year-over-year momentum and remains positioned for continued growth through expanded entertainment programming, catering, private events, and outdoor activation.
Real estate may also be available separately.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 3
- Employees
- 22 (12 Full-time, 10 Part-time)
Full time management team and chef in place. Owner does not run shifts. - Facilities & Assets
- Class C liquor license for 3 bars + Entertainment and more add ons. Fully stocked and operational kitchen and prep kitchen. 2 Walk in refrigerators, 1 walk in freezer, large commercial Ole Hickory smoker, 4 Fryers, Broaster, Turbo Chef Conveyor, Convection oven, Flat Top, many prep coolers/stand up fridges, full POS system, 18 TVS, 3 Projectors, Full Sound system and stage lights in large private room/venue, outdoor stage and rig.
Property is over 2 acres. Local Government/Regulators are easy to work with. - Opportunities for Growth
- Still a young business on a growth track after passing Break even point in the second year. Plenty of opportunities to market more and take the venue space to the next level with more events and parties.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 4,550
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Spend time with kids and have other business ventures.
- Transition Support
- Management and operations team is in place. Owner happy to train and offer support where needed.
- Financing Options
- With a large enough down payment, we could offer financing with the right operator(s)
Listing Info
- ID
- 2504546
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