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Summary:

Own a piece of history! Exceptional opportunity to acquire or lease a fully equipped restaurant and bar in the heart of charming downtown Burlington, IL.

Dating back to 1908, this one-of-a-kind establishment combines more than a century of character with extensive modern improvements, offering an extraordinary setting for an experienced restaurateur, chef, owner-operator or investor.

3 Options To Acquire This Impressive Restaurant & Bar

1. Buy The Property - $600,000; purchase the entire 4,511 sqft mixed-use building, restaurant equipment and two income-producing upstairs apartments
2. Buy The Business Assets - $75,000; acquire the restaurant's furniture, fixtures, equipment and build-out with a new lease at $4,500/mth
3. Lease Fully Equipped - $4,500/mth; lease the fully equipped restaurant and bar, including existing FF&E; modified gross lease

Historic Charm Meets Modern Convenience

Originally established in 1908, this landmark property features an extraordinary original back bar, vintage tile flooring, antique mirrors, decorative tin ceilings and warm wood finishes. Its timeless character creates an inviting atmosphere that simply cannot be replicated in a modern restaurant build-out.

The property underwent substantial renovations in 2023, including improvements to the commercial kitchen, HVAC, roof, windows, tuckpointing and mechanical systems.

Property Highlights

- 2,256 sqft ground-floor restaurant & bar
- Full basement w/walk-in cooler & additional storage
- 14 dining tables + bar seating
- Beautiful historic bar w/refrigeration & service equipment
- 4,511 sqft 2-story mixed-use building

Fully Equipped Commercial Kitchen

Commercial zoning in downtown Burlington
- Street parking
- Fully Equipped Commercial Kitchen
- The professionally equipped kitchen offers substantial value and flexibility for numerous restaurant concepts.
- Rational commercial combi oven
- Globe 4ft char grill
- Vollrath flat-top griddle
- Dukers 4-burner range
- Frymaster & Avantco commercial fryers
- Alto-Shaam & Lockwood holding cabinets
- Multiple commercial refrigerators & freezers
- Basement walk-in cooler
- Stainless steel preparation & storage equipment
- Avoid the considerable expense, construction delays and uncertainty associated with building a restaurant from scratch.
- Real Estate Purchase With Residential Income

For buyers seeking property ownership, the entire mixed-use building is available for $600,000, including the restaurant FF&E and two 2nd-floor apartments.

The apartments currently generate a combined $2,500 per month or $30,000 annually in gross rental income, providing an additional revenue stream for an owner-user or investor.

A rare opportunity to combine historic character, modern restaurant infrastructure, flexible acquisition options and income-producing real estate!

Bring your vision to this exceptional downtown Burlington restaurant property!

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 Brian O'Kelly at Brian@eatz-associates.com or call 847-579-9641 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Competition:

One-Of-A-Kind Opportunity

A rare opportunity to save time, money and start-up costs.

Whether you're an aspiring owner/operator, experienced restaurateur, expanding restaurant group or real estate investor, this opportunity offers a compelling combination of a desirable downtown location, major recent renovations, valuable equipment and multiple acquisition options.

Why spend hundreds of thousands of dollars and months building a restaurant from scratch when the expensive work has already been completed.

Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to purchase or lease a fully equipped restaurant and bar in one of Kane County's most charming historic downtown districts.

Growth and Expansion:

Endless Concept Possibilities & Growth Opportunities

Continue the property's long-standing supper club tradition or introduce your own restaurant concept. The historic bar, dining room and commercial kitchen are well suited for a steakhouse, chophouse, Italian restaurant, gastropub, upscale tavern, neighborhood bar and grill, chef-driven concept or private event space.

Current operations are limited to 5 evenings weekly, creating opportunities to introduce lunch, weekend brunch, expanded operating hours and private events.

An established online presence, reservation capabilities and longstanding customer recognition offer additional potential for an operator interested in continuing the existing concept.

Location:

Charming Downtown Location & Affluent Trade Area

Prominently situated in downtown Burlington, this distinctive Main St property benefits from its established restaurant history, surrounding residential communities and convenient access to the greater Fox Valley region.

Location Highlights

- Main St traffic 4,400 VPD
- Nearby Plank Rd carries 7,450–8,150 VPD
- Burlington Township median household income ~$123,836
- Median township home value of ~$384,800
- Nearby local tavern & established neighborhood businesses
- Minutes from Burlington Park, community celebrations & local events
- 1.6 miles from Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve
- Convenient access to surrounding Kane County communities

This established dining destination has historically attracted customers from beyond the immediate village, offering opportunities to serve both local residents and destination diners.

County: Kane

Facilities:

Property: 4,511 sqft two-story freestanding mixed-use building. On 0.13 acres or 5,663 sqft plus adjoining lot. Features a restaurant & bar on the 1st floor with full basement, 2 apartments on the 2nd floor which rent for $1,075 and $1,425 per month under their current leases. Built in 1908. Substantial renovations in 2023 - HVAC, ducting, mechanicals, updated roof, tuck-pointing, replaced windows, carpeting, paint, fully improved restaurant. Building class C Commercial. PIN 04-10-102-005. 2025 real estate taxes $11,486.

Square Feet: 4,511 sqft (2,255 sqft Restaurant + Full Basement + 2,256 sqft Apartment Space).

Seating: Ample (14 Dining Room Tables + Bar Seating).

Days/Hrs of Operation: We-Th 4p-8p, Fr-Sa 4p-9p, Su 4p-8p (Dinner Only / Closed Mondays-Tuesdays).

Owners Role: Absentee.

Real Estate: Owned.

Value of FF&E: $75,000 (Included In Asking Price / Replacement Cost $250,000-$400,000).

Value of Inventory: Not Included In Asking Price.

Number of Employees: 2 Full-Time & 4 Part-Time.

Support/Training: Negotiable on-site comprehensive training.

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Has other business interests and cannot devote the time/attention it deserves.