Downtown Mena Restaurant Rated 5-Star on Yelp!
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Own One of Arkansas’ Most Loved Dining Experiences!
Welcome to American Artisans Restaurant & Art Gallery — a true gem in the heart of Downtown Mena! This one-of-a-kind destination has earned statewide recognition as the “Best Sandwich Shop” in Arkansas (Delish + Yelp) and has been serving up success for 14 years with its loyal customer base and steady income stream.
Scratch-made favorites crafted in-house with high-quality ingredients
Unique art gallery space offering an additional income stream—or expand dining!
Beautifully remodeled historic building (2013) featuring high ceilings, stained concrete floors, and exposed brick for that perfect nostalgic vibe
Seating for 50 guests
Currently open just Wednesday–Saturday, 11am–3pm — leaving HUGE potential for growth and expanded hours
Located in the vibrant Arts District on the National Scenic Byway in Mena, Arkansas —positioned perfectly for future growth with the upcoming mountain bike trails and continued economic development in Mena
Turnkey opportunity! Includes all equipment, fixtures, inventory—plus a full list of commercial-grade appliances and equipment available upon request
New roof in 2024 for added peace of mind
This is more than a restaurant—it’s a brand, an experience, and an opportunity to step into a thriving business with room to grow.
Welcome to American Artisans Restaurant & Art Gallery — a true gem in the heart of Downtown Mena! This one-of-a-kind destination has earned statewide recognition as the “Best Sandwich Shop” in Arkansas (Delish + Yelp) and has been serving up success for 14 years with its loyal customer base and steady income stream.
Scratch-made favorites crafted in-house with high-quality ingredients
Unique art gallery space offering an additional income stream—or expand dining!
Beautifully remodeled historic building (2013) featuring high ceilings, stained concrete floors, and exposed brick for that perfect nostalgic vibe
Seating for 50 guests
Currently open just Wednesday–Saturday, 11am–3pm — leaving HUGE potential for growth and expanded hours
Located in the vibrant Arts District on the National Scenic Byway in Mena, Arkansas —positioned perfectly for future growth with the upcoming mountain bike trails and continued economic development in Mena
Turnkey opportunity! Includes all equipment, fixtures, inventory—plus a full list of commercial-grade appliances and equipment available upon request
New roof in 2024 for added peace of mind
This is more than a restaurant—it’s a brand, an experience, and an opportunity to step into a thriving business with room to grow.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 13
- Employees
- 6 Full-time
- Facilities & Assets
- The dining area can accommodate 50 diners with table turnover rate of approximately 2-3 times per day. Property includes public restrooms, kitchen, ordering counter and gallery space that can be expanded for more dining. The building was renovated in 2013. Equipment includes: 6 burner range w/double ovens, flat top grill, 2 reservoir fryer, 10-ft vent hood w/Ansul fire suppression system, 2 double-sided sandwich presses, char-broiler, commercial under-counter dishwasher, 3-compartment sink, 2 refrigerated prep tables w/storage, Square POS order system w/online ordering, commercial double-door refrigerator, commercial double-door freezer, clothes washer/dryer, upstairs storage area, in-ground grease trap, natural gas central heat and cooking, LED track lighting for display cabinets and wall hangings, glass shelving for 3D art display, chairs/tables/sidewalk dining furniture.
- Website
- https://american-artisans-llc.square.site/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- American Artisans is a unique soup, salad and sandwich restaurant with a high-end American made hand crafted gallery and art themed dining room. Housed in a historic building located in the Arts District of downtown Mena, Arkansas - along the National Scenic Byway leading to Queen Wilhelmina State Park and Lodge on the second highest peak in Arkansas. Very popular restaurant in the area, and catering services are often requested from local banks, medical facilities and office venues. The reputation of the restaurant is unparallelled locally, and American Artisans was voted the "Best Sandwich Shop" in the state of Arkansas by Delish magazine and Yelp.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The current operating hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11am to 3pm, allowing for plenty of opportunity for expanded hours. Mena is lacking in sit-down dining options, so by increasing the hours per day and/or days of service, additional revenue can be quickly generated. The Sunday lunch crowd revenue would make for a good addition.
The location coupled with outdoor recreation and related economic development activities create an environment that positions the restaurant for rapid, high growth potential.
Mena, AR is the location for a large mountain biking recreational development, with a projected completion date of Summer 2028. This restaurant location is on Mena's Main Street, which is the direct path up to Rich Mountain where the development will be located. Don't miss the opportunity to invest and be the premiere restaurant for Main Street!
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,500
About the Sale
- Transition Support
- Current employees (not ownership) are hoping to continue their employment. The staff is well-versed in all menu items and preparation.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2513738
- Listing Views
- 37
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