Buzz Café & Coffeehouse w/Property Oak Park, IL-Downtown Arts District
Business Description
Historic Freestanding Bldg Along A Vibrant Stretch Of Its Walkable Main Corridor
Currently offering handcrafted coffee & espresso drinks along with a wide variety of teas, juices, smoothies, sodas & other specialty drinks. As well as a flavorful menu of toasts, scrambles, quiches, burritos, quesadillas, wraps, salads, soups, sandwiches, burgers & more. Plus, a display case filled with fresh donuts, muffins, scones, pastries, pies, cookies & more. In addition to a kids menu. Also, has a BYOB liquor license!
Simple operation-counter service. Serving breakfast all day, lunch & weekend brunch. Dine-in or out + carryout. As well as special orders & catering. Also, hosts many community pop-up events including art displays, book clubs, live music & more.
It’s warm & welcoming interior features expansive windows, ample indoor seating as well as outdoor sidewalk & back patio seating. Plus, a counter & kitchens filled with commercial grade equipment!
Well established over 27 years (almost 3 decades). Independent-no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Asset sale with property-all furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E) included, but no financials. 2024 gross sales $832,132!
A turnkey operation-fully equipped & infrastructure in place. Also, its 2nd full kitchen is ideal for expanding food service, catering operations or wholesale food production.
Prime retail space in a freestanding building in the heart of historic downtown Oak Park “DTOP”. Perfectly situated in the middle of the popular Oak Park Arts District along the Harrison St corridor between Austin Blvd & Ridgeland Ave. Boasts high visibility, heavy foot traffic & abundant street parking!
Ideally located on a vibrant stretch of its walkable main corridor noted for its locally owned art galleries, studios, businesses & boutiques including Bead In Hand, Expressions Graphics, Fat Cat Art Gallery, G&G Home, Kidcreate Studio, Jamilla Yipp Photography, Oak Park String Academy, Photos By Greg Inc, Purple Sun Arts, Slowfire Art Center, The Actors Garden, The Brown Elephant, Val’s Records, Whispers From The Moon & more.
As well as health, wellness & professional services such as Oak Cleaners, Sandra Ross Salon, Sister2Sister Hair Dimension, Styles 4 Kidz, Valdo’s Barbershop & more.
In addition to eclectic dining like MORA Sushi, Publican Quality Bread, The Happy Apple Pie Shop, Taco Mucho, Trattoria 225 & more. Also, close to Columbus Park!
And steps from a busy CTA Blue Line & the Austin L stop. Plus, just off I-290. Only 15 minutes W of downtown Chicago!
Property: Historic 2-story freestanding building built in 1909. On 3,198 sqft or .067 acres of land. Real estate taxes $10,264.
A mixed-use property with the café & coffee shop operating on the 1st floor plus a 2nd full commercial kitchen with additional prep, cooking & storage in the building’s full basement, as well as its office space on the 2nd floor. In addition to 3 dedicated parking spaces behind the building.
The building underwent significant renovations in 2017 which modernized its infrastructure with reinforced concrete construction & soaring high ceilings while preserving the historical character of the structure. And the café & coffeehouse went through an upgrade & refresh in 2023.
Feel free to stop by the location as as a customer first , please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, complete the short Contact Form or call the EatZ Broker on the right for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Listed By Ted Aretos at EatZ & Associates / EatZ Real Estate Group LLC
Simple operation-counter service. Serving breakfast all day, lunch & weekend brunch. Dine-in or out + carryout. As well as special orders & catering. Also, hosts many community pop-up events including art displays, book clubs, live music & more.
It’s warm & welcoming interior features expansive windows, ample indoor seating as well as outdoor sidewalk & back patio seating. Plus, a counter & kitchens filled with commercial grade equipment!
Well established over 27 years (almost 3 decades). Independent-no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Asset sale with property-all furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E) included, but no financials. 2024 gross sales $832,132!
A turnkey operation-fully equipped & infrastructure in place. Also, its 2nd full kitchen is ideal for expanding food service, catering operations or wholesale food production.
Prime retail space in a freestanding building in the heart of historic downtown Oak Park “DTOP”. Perfectly situated in the middle of the popular Oak Park Arts District along the Harrison St corridor between Austin Blvd & Ridgeland Ave. Boasts high visibility, heavy foot traffic & abundant street parking!
Ideally located on a vibrant stretch of its walkable main corridor noted for its locally owned art galleries, studios, businesses & boutiques including Bead In Hand, Expressions Graphics, Fat Cat Art Gallery, G&G Home, Kidcreate Studio, Jamilla Yipp Photography, Oak Park String Academy, Photos By Greg Inc, Purple Sun Arts, Slowfire Art Center, The Actors Garden, The Brown Elephant, Val’s Records, Whispers From The Moon & more.
As well as health, wellness & professional services such as Oak Cleaners, Sandra Ross Salon, Sister2Sister Hair Dimension, Styles 4 Kidz, Valdo’s Barbershop & more.
In addition to eclectic dining like MORA Sushi, Publican Quality Bread, The Happy Apple Pie Shop, Taco Mucho, Trattoria 225 & more. Also, close to Columbus Park!
And steps from a busy CTA Blue Line & the Austin L stop. Plus, just off I-290. Only 15 minutes W of downtown Chicago!
Property: Historic 2-story freestanding building built in 1909. On 3,198 sqft or .067 acres of land. Real estate taxes $10,264.
A mixed-use property with the café & coffee shop operating on the 1st floor plus a 2nd full commercial kitchen with additional prep, cooking & storage in the building’s full basement, as well as its office space on the 2nd floor. In addition to 3 dedicated parking spaces behind the building.
The building underwent significant renovations in 2017 which modernized its infrastructure with reinforced concrete construction & soaring high ceilings while preserving the historical character of the structure. And the café & coffeehouse went through an upgrade & refresh in 2023.
Feel free to stop by the location as as a customer first , please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, complete the short Contact Form or call the EatZ Broker on the right for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Listed By Ted Aretos at EatZ & Associates / EatZ Real Estate Group LLC
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 27
- Facilities & Assets
- Year Established: 1998 (Current Owners 2023).
Square Feet: 3,200 (3 Level Structure With 1,600 SqFt Per Floor + Full Basement).
Seating: 72 (38 Inside & 34 Outside).
Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Sa 7a-4p & Su 8a-2p.
Owners Role: Absentee.
Its current office space above could easily be converted to owner housing or rented out as an apartment, professional office, art studio and more. The property’s B1/B2 retail zoning allows for office or residential use on its flexible upper level. - Website
- https://thebuzzcafe.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Elevated coffee service. Delicious baked goods. Plus wholesome cafe menu. Known for its commitment to organic and locally grown ingredients as well as eco-friendly practices and sustainability. Well known for its charming family-friendly atmosphere, eclectic vibe, quality coffee, tasty food, mouth watering sweets and exceptional service.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Longtime local favorite. Historic Oak Park downtown anchor. An institution in the neighborhood. Staple in the community with deep roots. A beloved cultural hub in Oak Park’s Arts District. An area gem drawing both locals and visitors alike. A hugely popular gathering spot. The “go-to” place for refreshing drinks and organic comfort foods. Loyal customer base. Tons of regulars. Also, a big commuter stop!
Highly rated and recommended, wonderful reputation to continue to build upon for another 3 decades!
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 3,200
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Need to focus on their other locations.
- Transition Support
- Negotiable on-site comprehensive training.
- Financing Options
- No.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2423342
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