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Summary:

A classic long-running breakfast and lunch diner offering breakfast all day including a large variety of amazing omelets, hearty skillets, fluffy pancakes/waffles/French toast and more, along with mouth-watering burgers/melts, tasty sandwiches/clubs and sizzling steaks.

Full-service restaurant. Dine-in, pick-up, carryout and 3rd party delivery.

Features a large well-maintained and efficient space with expansive windows, hostess stand, refrigerated display case, long open wait station, convenient counter seating for quick service, as well as ample table and booth seating. Plus, a fully-equipped well-organized commercial kitchen set up for high volumes with its 25ft hood, 6-burner stove w/oven, double-stack ovens, three flat tops, two 2-basket deep fryers, large steam table, walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer and much more.

In addition to a private gaming area with 6 video gaming machines. 2024 gaming revenue (locations take) $161,596!

Well established 35 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Owner operated.

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 complete the short Contact Form on the right or email Tim Ryan at Tim@eatz-associates.com or call 847-343-1332 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Competition:

Longtime local favorite. Beloved establishment. Cherished neighborhood diner. Institution in the community. A staple in the area. Loyal customer base. Tons of regulars for generations!

Offering a wide range of hearty meals in a welcoming atmosphere. Serving delectable all-day comfort food. A comfortable and family-friendly experience. Well known for their combo specials, big skillets and fast friendly service.

Highly rated and recommended, great reputation to continue to build upon. Boasts consistent revenue and profitability!

Growth and Expansion:

Currently operating exclusively as a breakfast & lunch establishment (6:30a-1:15p), this restaurant offers significant untapped potential. Its gaming is available till 9p, creating an immediate opportunity to extend food service hours to capture more lunch, as well as dinner traffic to complement its existing gaming business. With the expansion in dining service plus introducing liquor, as well as optimizing food costs, adding events/catering and some local advertising, a new owner could potentially increase their adjusted net income to over $160,000 annually!

Location:

Prime corner retail space with great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample parking.

Perfectly situated on a high-traffic thoroughfare just off the interstate with over 19,600 vehicles per day. Also, a busy service/retail, municipal and light-industrial corridor with constant vehicle flow.

Plus, surrounded by a vast residential area!

County: Cook

Facilities:

Lease Information: Leased space $7,225/mth gross. Current lease expires May 2027 with two 5-year options.

Square Feet: 4,200.

Seating: 125.

Days/Hrs of Operation: Daily 6:30a-1:15p (Gaming 6:30a-9p!).

Owners Role: Owner operated (active-day-to-day) - hosts and manages the front-of-the house.

Real Estate: Leased.

Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price.

Value of Inventory: Not Included In Asking Price.

Number of Employees: 10 (3 Cooks + 5 Waiter/Waitresses + 2 Carry-Out Staff).

Support/Training: Negotiable on-site comprehensive training.

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Retiring.