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Listed by:

EatZ & Associates

Broker license number: 475130647

10,300 Sq Ft Restaurant And Banquet Property In Lyons, IL For Sale

Lyons, Illinois, US
Asking Price:
$1,100,000 Furniture / Fixtures included
Sales Revenue:
Not applicable
Cash Flow:
Not applicable

Prime 10,300 SqFt Restaurant & Banquet Property On Nearly 1 Acre - Ogden Ave Lyons, IL!

"Well-Located Commercial Asset - Incredible Investment Property - Potential Redevelopment Site"

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a substantial commercial property with an established restaurant and banquet business included!

Prominently situated at the corner of Ogden Ave (Route 34) and Joliet Ave in Lyons, IL, this 10,300 sqft freestanding building sits on nearly one acre of land (.997 acres), offering exceptional visibility, convenient access and parking for 60 vehicles.

Offered at $1,100,000, this property presents an attractive opportunity for owner-users, restaurant groups, investors and developers seeking a well-located commercial asset with multiple possibilities. Continue the existing operation, introduce a new restaurant or entertainment concept, reposition the building for another commercial use or explore redevelopment of the site.

Current Use

The property currently houses a successful, long-established family restaurant and banquet facility that has served the surrounding communities since 1984. The fully equipped restaurant features seating for 150 guests, a full-service bar and a spacious commercial kitchen designed to accommodate high-volume food preparation.

An additional highlight is the 4,000 sqft banquet facility with its own entrance, 2 bars, dance floor and private restrooms. Accommodating gatherings of up to 250 guests, the flexible space can be divided into 2 separate rooms for simultaneous events. Ideal for weddings, celebrations, corporate functions, community gatherings and private parties.

The restaurant also features a semi-private gaming area with 6 video gaming terminals and an ATM, generating $82,947 in the location gaming revenue in 2023. A full liquor license and ~$300,000 in furniture, fixtures and equipment add significant value to this offering.

Existing Infrastructure

The building's extensive existing restaurant infrastructure, including a large commercial kitchen, multiple bars, updated electrical service and dedicated banquet facilities, provides a valuable foundation for an owner looking to establish or expand a hospitality operation without starting with an empty building.

Real estate, existing business and FF&E are included in the asking price. A compelling opportunity to acquire a sizable, highly visible commercial property with immediate operating capabilities and long-term potential.

Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please click on the orange Contact Broker button on the right to complete the Buyer Profile form. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Property Information

Real Estate:

Real Property Included

Location:

Prime Location

Ideally positioned at 8000 W Ogden Ave, at the corner of Joliet Ave, this property benefits from prominent frontage along one of the western suburbs' established commercial corridors. Ogden Ave carries ~20,000 vehicles daily in the immediate commercial area, providing excellent exposure to commuters, residents and visitors.

The surrounding corridor features a strong concentration of restaurants, retail businesses and neighborhood services, including nearby national and regional operators. Convenient access to First Av (Route 171), Harlem Av, I-55 and I-294 connects the property to Chicago and surrounding communities.

Also, close to Brookfield Zoo and Morton College as well as Riverside and Brookfield, the property serves an established residential and commercial trade area. Its corner positioning, substantial land area and dedicated parking are especially appealing for restaurant, banquet, retail or other destination-oriented commercial uses.

Premises Details:

Year Established: 1984.

Property Information: 10,300 sqft one-story freestanding commercial building. On ~1 acre (.997) or 43,493 sqft. Zoned B1 Retail Business District. Property Type - Retail. Property Subtype - Restaurant. Current Use - Restaurant & Banquet Facility. Potential Use - Restaurant, retail or other permitted commercial uses. PIN 18-02-204-008-0000. 2025 real estate taxes $82,494.

Seating: 400 (150 Restaurant + 250 Banquet Hall).

Owners Role: Family owned and operated - acting full-time managers.

Size in square feet:
7,500 (3,500 sqft Restaurant + 4,000 sqft Banquet Hall)

Business Operation

Management type:
This business is owner operated.
Expansion Potential:

With Tremendous Flexibility

The property's greatest appeal is its flexibility. A new owner could preserve and modernize the established restaurant and banquet business, expand private-event bookings, strengthen catering and corporate-event marketing, or introduce an entirely new hospitality concept.

The existing kitchen, bars and event facilities also lend themselves to potential restaurant group, entertainment, catering or event-venue concepts without requiring a completely new foodservice buildout.

Possible Strategies

For investors and owner-users, the combination of a recognizable commercial location, existing hospitality improvements and a nearly one-acre parcel provides several possible strategies for utilizing the property.

For commercial investors and developers, the prominent corner parcel offers an opportunity to evaluate alternative retail, service-oriented or mixed commercial uses, including potential redevelopment, subject to municipal approvals and zoning requirements.

Whether purchased for immediate owner-occupancy, business expansion, adaptive reuse or future redevelopment, this offering combines location, land, improvements and operational flexibility!

Competition / Market:

A Substantial Commercial Property

The property benefits from its location within a mature, densely populated suburban market with established demand for dining, retail, services and private-event facilities. Surrounding communities include Brookfield, Riverside, Berwyn, Cicero, Stickney and La Grange.

The existing restaurant has built decades of customer recognition, while the banquet facility provides an additional business component beyond everyday dining. Unlike smaller storefront restaurant locations, this freestanding property offers the flexibility of substantial indoor space, multiple service areas and dedicated parking.

Reasons for selling:

Retiring.

Trading hours:

Daily 7a-9p

Employees:
7 Full-Time (3 Owners) & 8 Part-Time
Years established:
42 Years

Other Information

Support & training:

On-site comprehensive training (as long as needed)

Financing available:

No.

Furniture / Fixtures value:
$300,000 - included in the asking price
Inventory / Stock value:
$15,000
Related Documents:

Listed by

EatZ & Associates

Broker license number: 475130647