Nostalgic Diner For Sale, Under 25 Hours Weekly! $680,000+ in Sales!
Business Description
A rare opportunity to acquire an iconic Diner for Sale, now entering its peak profit season. In only 22.5 service hours weekly, sales exceed $600,000. Enormous potential for additional revenue with more open time. Current owners recently purchased, must now sell. Located in the heart of a rapidly revitalizing historic district. More than 2 million area visitors annually. Established for 13 years.
This Diner for Sale has approximately 3,300 square feet (±), and includes 114 interior seats and an additional 35 seats on its enclosed patio. The tenured, high retention staff reflects a deeply ingrained culture centered on community connection — translation? Happy customers, high tips, happy staff!
The menu features homestyle fare with creative flair — from craft salads and sandwiches to burgers and blue plate specials. Complemented by scratch made desserts prepared from proprietary, generations old recipes, the Southern inspired cuisine keeps guests coming back for more.
Beyond its cuisine, a key strength of this diner for sale is its highly differentiated brand identity, an experiential dining concept that has mastered the art of nostalgia with extensive, valuable museum quality memorabilia. Attracting customers of all ages and backgrounds, families, couples, and seniors equally love the thrill. While many competitors struggle to stand out in a saturated market, the “theme as service” model transforms every meal into a memorable event, generating significant organic social media exposure without relying on a traditional advertising budget.
No modifications are needed. A complete turnkey operation, this diner for sale includes a fully equipped kitchen with essential equipment such as vent hood, flat top, fryer, cooktop, oven, walk in cooler, prep tables, reach in refrigerators, ice machine, leased dishwasher, and all necessary cooking equipment and small wares.
Ideal for an owner operator seeking an exceptional work life balance with a modest 22.5 service hours weekly, or a go getter looking for incredible revenue growth potential. The infrastructure is fully equipped to support numerous expansion opportunities: remain open on holidays, maintain a 7 day week, offer breakfast and/or dinner service, take private event buy outs and section bookings, develop a catering division ... take one idea or take all!
This is not just a restaurant; it's a storied piece of local history, the perfect acquisition for a seasoned professional ready for a soulful, profitable, well recognized brand that prioritizes guest experience and community spirit over cookie cutter efficiency. Bring your offer to We Sell Restaurants today!
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This Diner for Sale has approximately 3,300 square feet (±), and includes 114 interior seats and an additional 35 seats on its enclosed patio. The tenured, high retention staff reflects a deeply ingrained culture centered on community connection — translation? Happy customers, high tips, happy staff!
The menu features homestyle fare with creative flair — from craft salads and sandwiches to burgers and blue plate specials. Complemented by scratch made desserts prepared from proprietary, generations old recipes, the Southern inspired cuisine keeps guests coming back for more.
Beyond its cuisine, a key strength of this diner for sale is its highly differentiated brand identity, an experiential dining concept that has mastered the art of nostalgia with extensive, valuable museum quality memorabilia. Attracting customers of all ages and backgrounds, families, couples, and seniors equally love the thrill. While many competitors struggle to stand out in a saturated market, the “theme as service” model transforms every meal into a memorable event, generating significant organic social media exposure without relying on a traditional advertising budget.
No modifications are needed. A complete turnkey operation, this diner for sale includes a fully equipped kitchen with essential equipment such as vent hood, flat top, fryer, cooktop, oven, walk in cooler, prep tables, reach in refrigerators, ice machine, leased dishwasher, and all necessary cooking equipment and small wares.
Ideal for an owner operator seeking an exceptional work life balance with a modest 22.5 service hours weekly, or a go getter looking for incredible revenue growth potential. The infrastructure is fully equipped to support numerous expansion opportunities: remain open on holidays, maintain a 7 day week, offer breakfast and/or dinner service, take private event buy outs and section bookings, develop a catering division ... take one idea or take all!
This is not just a restaurant; it's a storied piece of local history, the perfect acquisition for a seasoned professional ready for a soulful, profitable, well recognized brand that prioritizes guest experience and community spirit over cookie cutter efficiency. Bring your offer to We Sell Restaurants today!
By providing your phone number to We Sell Restaurants, you are agreeing to receive text notifications.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 14
- Employees
- 14 (6 Full-time, 8 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- 6 burner gas cooktop, Vent hood, Flat top, Fryers, Oven, Sandwich prep cooler, Reach in freezers, Reach in cooler, Walk in cooler, Ice Machine, Smallwares, Cookware, Display Case, Prep tables, Meat slicer, Microwave, Steamer, Blender, Shelving, Scale, Security system and cameras, Copy machine, Sound system, Flatscreen tv, POS system, Safe, Extensive memorabilia and decor, Neon open sign, Seating for 150 at tables and booths and counter, High chairs, NOTE Dishwashing equipment is leased, Current service providers will contract with new owner
- Website
- https://www.wesellrestaurants.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Pros include limited service hours, prime downtown location, highly ranked brand and built-in customer loyalty; Established staff and culture for consistent customer experience; Area supply chain with local vendors brings pre-established relationships for seamless operations. Cons include no alcohol license but can be obtained through formal application process.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Expand beyond lunch service with breakfast, dinner, catering, and special events.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 3,371
- Rent
- $8,768.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 8/31/2033
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Personal
- Transition Support
- 2 weeks
Listing Info
- ID
- 2476718
- Listing Views
- 11
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