Prime Downtown LA Restaurant with Hard Liquor License CUP approved!
Business Description
Established restaurant opportunity in prime downtown Los Angeles location featuring a coveted hard liquor license approved on CUP. This beautifully updated 2,276 square foot space sits on a high-traffic dining corridor surrounded by popular eateries, including renowned sushi establishments just one block away.
The property boasts newly renovated bathrooms, brand-new kitchen equipment, and striking high ceilings that create an open, uplifting atmosphere. A unique loft space provides additional flexibility for office use, staff areas, storage, or creative purposes.
Currently operated under absentee ownership. This business has been running since establishment in 2010, this turnkey opportunity is ideal for various restaurant concepts including Ramen, Sushi, American cuisine, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, European, Middle Eastern, Turkish fare, or alternative uses such as Bar lounge, Sports bar, Event space, Art gallery, Garden cafe, or Market restaurant.
The location benefits from the area's historical charm and fashionable arts atmosphere, attracting diverse foot traffic in this vibrant dining district. With all major infrastructure in place including the valuable liquor license approval, new equipment, and recent renovations, this represents a rare opportunity to launch or rebrand a food service concept in one of LA's most desirable restaurant corridors.
Lease terms extend through June 2026 at $9,400 monthly rent. The seller is motivated by other investment opportunities, making this an attractive acquisition for restaurateurs seeking an established location with proven foot traffic and exceptional operational flexibility.
The property boasts newly renovated bathrooms, brand-new kitchen equipment, and striking high ceilings that create an open, uplifting atmosphere. A unique loft space provides additional flexibility for office use, staff areas, storage, or creative purposes.
Currently operated under absentee ownership. This business has been running since establishment in 2010, this turnkey opportunity is ideal for various restaurant concepts including Ramen, Sushi, American cuisine, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, European, Middle Eastern, Turkish fare, or alternative uses such as Bar lounge, Sports bar, Event space, Art gallery, Garden cafe, or Market restaurant.
The location benefits from the area's historical charm and fashionable arts atmosphere, attracting diverse foot traffic in this vibrant dining district. With all major infrastructure in place including the valuable liquor license approval, new equipment, and recent renovations, this represents a rare opportunity to launch or rebrand a food service concept in one of LA's most desirable restaurant corridors.
Lease terms extend through June 2026 at $9,400 monthly rent. The seller is motivated by other investment opportunities, making this an attractive acquisition for restaurateurs seeking an established location with proven foot traffic and exceptional operational flexibility.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 15
- Employees
- 3 (1 Full-time, 2 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- ?Fully equipped kitchen with some new commercial-grade appliances
?Recently renovated restrooms
?Hard liquor license approved (Type 47)
?High ceilings offering an open, flexible space with creative potential
?Loft area ideal for office, staff lounge, or private creative space
?Modern interior design suitable for American dining, fusion, or lounge concepts
?Sound concept installed for background or live music
?Turnkey condition — ready for immediate operation - Market Outlook / Competition
- With its prime Downtown LA location and fully equipped kitchen, this restaurant offers strong growth potential. New ownership could expand hours for brunch or late-night service, host live music or events, and develop catering or private party business. The high ceilings and open layout allow flexibility for rebranding into an American-fusion dining or creative lounge concept.
- Opportunities for Growth
- With its prime location and full build-out, this restaurant offers great growth potential. New ownership could add brunch or late-night hours, live music or events, or rebrand toward American-fusion dining and craft cocktails. The open layout and high ceilings also suit private events, catering, or corporate functions — all driving higher revenue.
• Extend hours of operation
• Add entertainment and events
• Develop catering or private parties
• Leverage liquor license for bar/lounge sales
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,276
- Rent
- $9,400.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 6/30/2026
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Investing other
- Transition Support
- Yes
Listing Info
- ID
- 2428134
- Listing Views
- 23
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