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Located in the heart of Jeannette’s revitalization district, Sobel’s Obscure Brewery presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational brewery, restaurant, and historic mixed-use commercial property all in one package. This approximately 18,000 SF three-story building blends historic character with major modern upgrades and is ready for its next owner to continue operations or expand the concept even further. The main level features a beautifully renovated brewery and taproom with original 1904 tin ceilings, oak hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, and seating capacity for approximately 175 guests indoors plus an additional 150-person outdoor patio space. Included in the sale is a 2022 seven-barrel brewing system, nine stainless steel fermenter/brite tanks, enclosed grain room with vacuum system, automatic keg washer, walk-in cooler, secondary cooler, three ice machines, bar equipment, furnishings, tables, chairs, and extensive operational inventory. The brewery currently distributes throughout 12 counties and the sale includes proprietary beer recipes, branding assets, and brewery van. The building has seen substantial infrastructure improvements including multiple updated HVAC systems including a dedicated 5-ton brew room system, upgraded 2" and 4" water mains, sprinkler system, new sump pump, two updated hot water tanks, and dual electric services including 200-amp 3-phase and 600-amp single-phase service. A 17-camera security system expandable to 32 cameras is already installed. The upper two floors offer approximately 6,000 SF of additional value-add opportunity with plumbing, natural light, HVAC ductwork, and elevator shaft already in place, creating ideal potential for apartments, event space, offices, entertainment venue, or expanded hospitality use. This property offers investors, restaurateurs, brewers, and entrepreneurs the opportunity to acquire a recognized regional brand with strong operational infrastructure already in place. Conveniently located within close proximity to Route 30, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, Greensburg, and the greater Pittsburgh market, Sobel’s Obscure Brewery combines historic architecture, manufacturing capability, restaurant operations, and redevelopment potential into one unique commercial offering. Turnkey brewery opportunities with real estate, equipment, inventory, and established distribution footprint are extremely difficult to replicate at this scale.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 14
- Employees
- 1 Full-time
Full Time Brewer - Facilities & Assets
- Sobel’s Obscure Brewery offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey brewery, restaurant, and approximately 18,000 SF historic commercial property in Jeannette, PA. The renovated main level features original 1904 tin ceilings, oak floors, updated restrooms, seating for approximately 175 guests, plus a 150-person outdoor patio. Sale includes a 2022 7-barrel brewing system, nine stainless tanks, grain room, keg washer, coolers, bar equipment, furnishings, inventory, proprietary recipes, branding assets, and brewery van. The established brewery distributes throughout 12 counties. Major upgrades include HVAC, 2" and 4" water mains, sprinkler system, updated hot water tanks, and 3-phase power. Two additional 6,000 SF upper floors provide significant redevelopment potential for apartments, events, offices, or hospitality. A unique opportunity combining real estate, equipment, operations, and an established regional brand.
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- Market Outlook / Competition
- The craft brewing industry is currently operating in a mature and competitive market, with consumers increasingly favoring experience-driven destinations that combine quality beverages, food, entertainment, and social atmosphere. While overall beer consumption has softened nationally, demand remains strong for established local and regional brands with loyal customer bases and diversified revenue streams. Pennsylvania continues to be one of the nation’s leading craft beer markets. Sobel’s is well positioned within this environment through its established brand, 12-county distribution footprint, restaurant and taproom operations, outdoor patio, production capabilities, and opportunity to expand or diversify the property’s use.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Significant growth opportunities exist through both the brewery operation and the real estate. The approximately 6,000 SF of unfinished upper-floor space could be developed for private events, apartments, offices, entertainment, or additional hospitality uses, creating new revenue streams. The brewery’s existing distribution footprint across 12 counties provides an established platform for expansion into additional accounts and markets. Additional opportunities include increasing private events and catering, expanding restaurant and taproom programming, growing packaged and wholesale beer sales, introducing new product lines, and increasing production utilizing the existing brewing infrastructure. The large outdoor patio and historic venue also provide opportunities for live entertainment, weddings, corporate events, festivals, and other revenue-generating experiences.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 18,000
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retiring
- Transition Support
- Seller will assist in transition - structure TBD
Listing Info
- ID
- 2546652
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