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Longstanding Neighborhood Bar With Thriving Outdoor Beer Garden

DuPage County, IL, USA
Updated 142 days ago
Established 1964

Established neighborhood bar and nightlife destination located in a highly desirable downtown suburban market. Operating continuously since 1964, the business has developed a strong local reputation and remains a well-known gathering place for both longtime patrons and new visitors alike. The business offers beer, cocktails, and a casual social atmosphere, highlighted by a large outdoor beer garden added in 2017 that provides a differentiated customer experience within the local market. Situated within a vibrant downtown entertainment district surrounded by restaurants, retail, and nightlife venues, the business benefits from consistent foot traffic, strong community visibility, and a loyal customer base. Its longstanding presence and recognizable brand identity have positioned it as a staple within the local community. The current owner works approximately 40 hours per week and manages day-to-day operations, including staff oversight, payroll, and vendor coordination. The business operates under a straightforward and proven beverage-focused model, making it well suited for an owner-operator or hospitality-focused buyer seeking an established, turnkey operation with significant community goodwill. The bar and nightlife industry continues to benefit from consumer demand for social, experience-driven destinations, particularly venues with strong neighborhood character and outdoor gathering spaces. This business is especially well positioned due to its decades-long operating history, loyal clientele, and highly visible location. Opportunities for future growth include introducing a food program, expanding private events and parties, and further utilizing the outdoor beer garden for seasonal programming and entertainment. An ideal buyer would value hospitality, community engagement, and the opportunity to build upon the business’s longstanding reputation while bringing fresh ideas and energy to the operation.

Employees

10

Real Estate

Lease

Relocatable

This business can be relocated

Trading Hours

Tues-Thurs 6 pm-1 am Fri 4 pm-2 am Sat 6 pm- 2 am

Expansion Potential

Adding a food menu presents the biggest opportunity for revenue growth and increased customer traffic

Competition / Market

The bar industry continues to thrive as customers increasingly seek social, experience-driven destinations with strong local identity and vibrant nightlife atmospheres. Established neighborhood bars in popular downtown areas remain highly desirable gathering spots for both locals and visitors.

Inventory / Stock Value

$12,000 - included in the asking price

Reason for Selling

Retirement

Financials

Asking Price
$175K
RevenueMost Recent Year
$472K
Earnings (SDE)Last Reported
$98K
Assets ValueIncluded in Asking Price
$20K
Seller Financing
Not available

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