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Summary:

A rare opportunity to a beloved long-standing Chicago favorite, a popular fast-food joint that blends classic local fare with neighborhood hospitality. Located on one of the city’s busiest commercial corridors. Serving the community for nearly two decades!

A long-running neighborhood go-to for char-grilled burgers, Italian beef/sausage, gyros, Chicago-style hot dogs/polish and late-night staples. All the comfort foods Chicago is famous for, served fast and fresh. Its menu caters to all-day traffic and strong late-night demand, making it a go-to destination for locals and delivery customers alike.

Simple operation - counter service. Dine-in or out, carryout, pickup and 3rd party delivery. Online ordering also available.

Features a cool retro fast-food build-out with an efficient cookline built for speed and high volumes.

Plus, ample seating both inside and out on its spacious patio. And convenient parking lot and on-street parking serving both dine-in customers and third-party delivery drivers. Rare amenities for a fast-food spot in this area!

Well established over 19 years. And with the current owner 7 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees.

A turnkey restaurant perfect for an owner-operator or multi-unit group seeking a proven Chicago site with property ownership. Sales up year over year!

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 Theo Theodosiadis at Theo@eatz-associates.com or call 847-910-4657 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Competition:

A true Chicago classic fast-food joint with a versatile menu. Authentic Chicago fare from off-the-spit gyros and Vienna dogs to signature burgers and Italian beefs. Appeals to locals seeking genuine Chicago-style fare. Consistently ranks among the area’s most recognized casual eateries, thanks to its approachable brand and consistent quality!

Growth and Expansion:

Longtime local favorite. A beloved fast-food restaurant. Institution in the neighborhood. Staple in the community. Nearly 2 decades of brand recognition. Solid online/delivery presence through major 3rd-party platforms. High carryout & delivery sales. Popular all-day & late-night. Loyal customer base. Strong repeat traffic. Tons of regulars for generations!

Highly rated & recommended, stellar reputation to continue to build upon. Making it an excellent opportunity for operators eyeing a proven, community-rooted brand with growth potential!

Location:

Prime retail space in a freestanding building with its own parking lot at the signalized intersection of two high-traffic urban corridors. Easy to reach from multiple directions and benefits from continuous exposure to daily commuter traffic from quick connections to other avenues and additional neighborhoods. Boasts outstanding signage, exceptional visibility, superior exposure, easy access and strong traffic.

Perfectly situated at a highly visible, high-traffic corner in a vibrant neighborhood on Chicago’s northwest side. On a major east–west arterial carrying an estimated 25,000+ vehicles per day.

Surrounded by dense residential blocks, retail clusters and industrial zones, drawing a steady mix of local families, tradesmen and lunch/dinner commuters - with all-day demand from breakfast through late-night!

A sought-after area with a robust population with over 80,000 residents within a 2-mile radius - providing a constant stream of local customers!

County: Cook

Facilities:

Property Information: 1,512 sqft single-story commercial freestanding building. On a 13,002 sqft lot or .298 acres. Zoning B3-1. Real estate taxes $26,176.

Square Feet: 1,512.

Seating: 24 Inside & 56 Outside.

Days/Hrs of Operation: Su-Th 10a-11p & Fr-Sa 10a-12m.

Owners Role: Semi-passive (works a couple of hours a week - minimal daily involvement.

Real Estate: Owned.

Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price (Valued at $100,000).

Value of Inventory: $10,000 (Not Included In Asking Price).

Number of Employees: 5 Full-Time & 1 Part-Time.

Support/Training: Two weeks on-site comprehensive training.

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Other business interests.