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Summary:

Exceptional opportunity to lease a fully equipped bar and restaurant in the heart of downtown Maple Park, Kane County, IL!

This attractive freestanding property offers, an impressive bar, inviting dining area, seasonal screened patio and a complete commercial kitchen - all ready for a new operator to bring their concept to life!

Just $3,500 per month with all furniture, fixtures and equipment included in the rent. No costly equipment purchases, major renovations or extensive build-out required. Simply bring your concept, menu and branding to this established downtown bar & restaurant location.

Ideal for a neighborhood bar & grill, gastropub, sports bar, burger restaurant, craft beer destination or other food & beverage concept.

3 Options To Acquire This Impressive Bar & Restaurant

1. Lease Fully Equipped - $3,500/mth; modified gross lease with FF&E included in the rent (landlord owned); terms negotiable
2. Buy The Business Assets - $65,000; draft system, FF&E, build-out, trade name, goodwill and a new lease at $3,500/mth
3. Buy The Property - $350,000; freestanding building with draft system, FF&E, build-out, trade name, goodwill included

Property Highlights

- 1,586 sqft single-story freestanding bar & restaurant
- Situated on 0.05 acres or 2,178 sqft
- Originally built in 1950 & substantially renovated in 2022
- Located in downtown Maple Park
- Charming main street storefront with 20 feet of frontage
- Attractive interior featuring a long wood bar, barstool seating, dining tables, rustic finishes & warm lighting
- Complete bar with rotating draft beer system, refrigeration & storage for bottled/canned beverages
- Seasonal screened patio offering additional seating & seasonal outdoor dining
- Fully equipped commercial kitchen with cooking equipment, refrigeration, prep & storage areas
- Convenient street & nearby village parking

Ideal Bar & Restaurant Concepts

- Neighborhood bar & grill or casual family restaurant
- Gastropub or elevated pub
- Craft beer bar, taproom or specialty beverage concept
- Sports bar with televised games & entertainment
- Wine bar with small plates & appetizers
- Coffeehouse by day & cocktail bar by evening
- Burger restaurant with takeout, delivery & catering

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:

Affordable Flexible & Fully Equipped

Why invest substantial capital in a build-out when you can lease an existing, fully equipped bar & restaurant for just $3,500 per month.

This opportunity offers the convenience of a complete bar, existing dining areas, screened patio, finished commercial kitchen and restaurant infrastructure - with all landlord-owned FF&E included in the monthly rent.

The modified gross lease provides a straightforward occupancy structure, with the tenant responsible for base rent plus any increases in the landlord's real estate taxes and insurance over the base year.

Lease term, renewal options, security deposit and commencement date are negotiable, offering flexibility for qualified operators.

Growth and Expansion:

Additional Business Opportunities

- Lunch & extended hours - capture additional daytime business by introducing lunch & expanded operating hours
- Outdoor dining - maximize the screened patio with seasonal dining, private events & special promotions
- Catering & delivery - develop takeout, 3rd-party delivery, catering & online ordering programs
- Community events - host live entertainment, sports viewing parties, themed nights & seasonal celebrations
- Local partnerships - capitalize on community events, nearby businesses & seasonal regional attractions
- Video gaming potential - the property previously operated gaming terminals

Location:

Prime Downtown Maple Park Location

Strategically positioned along Main St in the charming village of Maple Park, a growing Kane County community serving the greater Kaneland area.

Location Highlights

- Prominent downtown location adjacent to a popular artisan coffee shop & US Post Office
- Surrounded by established neighborhood businesses, taverns & community gathering places
- Within walking distance of the Maple Park Civic Center, local parks & community facilities
- Located along the annual Maple Park Fun Fest celebration area - attracting visitors for its parade, car show, entertainment & community festivities
- Near Kuipers Family Farm, a popular regional destination attracting seasonal visitors
- ~2,084 vehicles daily on nearby County Line Rd
- Also near Lincoln Hwy (Route 38) which carries ~8,100 vehicles daily
- Convenient access to Elburn, DeKalb, Sycamore & surrounding Kane/DeKalb County communities

Attractive Market Demographics

1-Mile: 1,396 residents | $110,759 median household income
3-Mile: 1,827 residents | $108,838 median household income
5-Mile: 6,548 residents | $95,430 median household income

County: Kane

Facilities:

Lease Information: $3,500/mth; modified gross lease. Lease term, renewal options and security deposit negotiable. All existing FF&E included in the rent and owned by the landlord.

Property Information: 1,586 sqft one-story building. Built in 1950. On 0.05 acres or 2,178 sqft. Substantially renovated in 2022. PIN 07-31-129-015. Zoned B-1 Neighborhood Shopping District. Street and village parking. 2025 real estate taxes $4,293.

Square Feet: 1,586.

Seating: 47 (Bar, Table & Screened-In Patio).

Real Estate: Owned (Owner Leasing Out).

Value of FF&E: $65,000 (Landlord Owned).

Value of Inventory: (Space For Lease)

Number of Employees: (Space For Lease)

Support/Training: (Space For Lease)

Seller Financing Available: No.

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