Very well established established restaurant. 50 years in business.
Business Description
ESTABLISHED AMERICAN RESTAURANT - North Shore.
Rare opportunity to acquire a beloved restaurant with a remarkable 50-year legacy in a vibrant north shore community. This turnkey operation represents exceptional value with $499,000 in annual revenue and a loyal customer base built over five decades.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
Recently remodeled with fresh updates, this fully operational 1,770 sq ft restaurant is ready for immediate transition. The established business maintains strong community ties and benefits from minimal local competition with its diverse menu offerings.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
- Annual Revenue: $499,000
- Asking Price: $299,999 (includes $25,000 inventory)
- Monthly Lease: $6,200 (expires 12/31/2031)
- Staffing: 7 employees
- Strong revenue-to-asking price ratio of 2.4x
OPERATIONAL ADVANTAGES:
- Easy-to-manage operation with loyal customer base
- Strong community relationships and event planning connections
- Participation in school fundraisers and local events
- Minimal competition in the area
- Diverse menu appeal
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
- Expand operating hours (lunch and breakfast service)
- Develop catering services
- Increase late-night bar business
- Enhanced marketing opportunities
- Leverage 50-year community reputation
The retiring owner is available for post-closing support to ensure smooth transition. This represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established restaurant with significant upside potential in an affluent Lake County market.
Ideal for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey restaurant operation with proven success, strong community ties, and multiple expansion opportunities. Continue this treasured local tradition while building upon five decades of goodwill and customer loyalty.
Location: Prime Lake County market with strong demographics and community support.
Rare opportunity to acquire a beloved restaurant with a remarkable 50-year legacy in a vibrant north shore community. This turnkey operation represents exceptional value with $499,000 in annual revenue and a loyal customer base built over five decades.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
Recently remodeled with fresh updates, this fully operational 1,770 sq ft restaurant is ready for immediate transition. The established business maintains strong community ties and benefits from minimal local competition with its diverse menu offerings.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
- Annual Revenue: $499,000
- Asking Price: $299,999 (includes $25,000 inventory)
- Monthly Lease: $6,200 (expires 12/31/2031)
- Staffing: 7 employees
- Strong revenue-to-asking price ratio of 2.4x
OPERATIONAL ADVANTAGES:
- Easy-to-manage operation with loyal customer base
- Strong community relationships and event planning connections
- Participation in school fundraisers and local events
- Minimal competition in the area
- Diverse menu appeal
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
- Expand operating hours (lunch and breakfast service)
- Develop catering services
- Increase late-night bar business
- Enhanced marketing opportunities
- Leverage 50-year community reputation
The retiring owner is available for post-closing support to ensure smooth transition. This represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established restaurant with significant upside potential in an affluent Lake County market.
Ideal for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey restaurant operation with proven success, strong community ties, and multiple expansion opportunities. Continue this treasured local tradition while building upon five decades of goodwill and customer loyalty.
Location: Prime Lake County market with strong demographics and community support.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 47
- Employees
- 7
- Facilities & Assets
- Everything included with business. The only leased item is dishwash machine. Everything else is owned free and clear. Dine in establishment, Big screens, 7-9 person bar. Walk in cooler and freezer, convection oven, charbroiler, two fryers. Additional room for a small pizza oven or smoker would be a good addition.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- There is no other competition in the area. Diverse menu.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Opening for lunch and possibly breakfast, expanding catering services and increasing late night hours for bar business would be some examples.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,770
- Rent
- $6,100.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 1/1/2032
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- On to the next venture!
- Transition Support
- Current owner can train potential new owner post closing during prep hours. Current owner will introduce you to vendors.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2345079
- Listing Views
- 1304
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