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Summary:

Outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully-equipped Chicago-style pizzeria and Italian restaurant franchise in Tazewell County in central Illinois!

Located in a busy neighborhood shopping plaza near a major interstate interchange, this spacious 4,518 sqft restaurant features seating for 75, a full-service bar, video gaming and extensive commercial kitchen, plus high volume dine-in, carryout, delivery and catering operations. 2025 sales exceeded $982,028!

Well-Known Franchise & Loyal Customer Base

Operating at this location since 2018, this restaurant benefits from the recognition of a nationally established Chicago-style pizza franchise with more than 60 years of brand history. Known for its signature thin-crust and deep-dish pizzas, Italian specialties, pasta, sandwiches, wings and appetizers, the restaurant serves families, local residents, businesses and visitors throughout the surrounding trade area.

The business has developed a substantial online presence, with thousands of customer reviews and established relationships with major 3rd-party delivery platforms. Its existing online ordering, catering offerings, customer loyalty programs and recognizable franchise identity provide a strong foundation for a new owner.

Spacious Restaurant, Full Bar & Video Gaming

The restaurant offers a comfortable, casual dining atmosphere with seating for 75 guests. The full-service bar, featuring an 8-tap draft beer system, provides additional beverage sales opportunities, while 6 video gaming terminals generate another revenue stream. Jan-Sep 2026 gaming revenue $17,111 with substantial room for growth!

The generous footprint accommodates dine-in customers, family gatherings, sports viewing, carryout, delivery and catering operations, offering multiple ways to serve customers and generate sales.

Extensive FF&E Included

The restaurant is fully equipped with a substantial inventory of commercial kitchen equipment, furniture, fixtures and operating systems including:

- Rotating pizza oven
- 10-burner cooking range
- Dough mixer and dough roller
- Pizza and sandwich preparation refrigerators
- Glass-front walk-in cooler
- Extensive kitchen equipment, refrigeration & food preparation stations
- Full bar equipment, including 8-tap keg cooler
- Dining room tables, chairs & furnishings
- FoodTec POS terminals & operating systems
- The existing build-out and equipment offer a significant advantage over constructing and equipping a new restaurant from scratch.

Turnkey Operation

A rare opportunity to acquire a spacious, fully equipped Chicago-style pizzeria with a full bar, video gaming, established customer base and long-term lease at a fraction of the potential cost of developing a comparable restaurant from the ground up.

Asset sale - all furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) is included. Limited financials.

This is a HIGHLY confidential listing. If interested, please complete the short Contact Form on the right or email Pat Mahoney at Pat@eatz-associates.com or call 847-208-9569 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Competition:

Famous family-owned pizza franchise established in 1964. Serving the Chicagoland area for over 6 decades. Is the 2nd largest local restaurant chain in IL and continues to grow into a national franchise, currently over 200 locations in over 19 states. A well-established brand with 60 years of brand heritage, proven recipes, strong recognition and loyal customers!

A popular pizza franchise. A local leader in the pizza market. Authentic Chicago-style pizza and Italian food. House made sauce, beef, dough and lasagna made on-site daily. Only uses high-quality products from the highest quality manufacturers in the industry. Their family recipes originated in Italy and have become a tradition of quality for over 6 generations. A name people recognize and love!

And this location offers the perfect combination of pizza, beer and sports. The ideal spot to enjoy a full Italian menu, ice cold drinks and watch one’s favorite teams.

Growth and Expansion:

An energetic, hands-on owner has numerous opportunities to build upon the restaurant's existing foundation:

- Capitalize on the established franchise identity & existing customer recognition
- Maximize full-bar sales through adding more tvs, sports promotions & special events
- Also maximize video gaming revenue through targeted promotions, enhanced visibility and greater customer engagement
- Increase local advertising, social media engagement & community partnerships
- Promote family meal packages, lunch specials & group dining
- Grow direct online ordering & repeat-customer loyalty programs
- Further develop carryout & delivery sales throughout the surrounding communities
- Expand catering to businesses, schools, churches, sports teams & special events

Location:

Excellent Central Illinois Location

Strategically situated in an established multi-tenant retail plaza in Tazewell County, the restaurant enjoys convenient access to a major state highway and is less than one mile from an interstate interchange. Shared surface parking provides convenient access for dine-in guests, carryout customers and delivery drivers.

The surrounding commercial corridor features national restaurants, large automotive dealerships, neighborhood retailers and service businesses, generating activity throughout the area. This location serves a broad residential and commercial trade area with access to the greater Peoria metropolitan market!

County: Tazewell

Facilities:

Lease Information: Leased space $5,417/mth + NNN (CAM, property taxes & insurance). Current lease expires Feb 2035 with one 5-year option.

Square Feet: 4,518.

Seating: 75.

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

Owners Role: Absentee owned and operated.

Real Estate: Leased.

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

Value of Inventory: Not Included In Asking Price.

Number of Employees: 15-20.

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

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Downsizing.