Popular Bar & Grill w/Gaming W Suburb of Chicago
Popular Bar & Grill w/Gaming Western Suburb of Chicago, IL - Exceptional Suburban Downtown Location! "The Second Busiest Video Gaming Spot In Town With 2025 Gaming Income At $107,287" Outstanding opportunity to acquire a recently renovated, fully equipped neighborhood bar & grill with video gaming in a thriving historic downtown about one hour west of Chicago. Multiple revenue streams, an experienced management team, a loyal customer following and a turnkey operation with increasing sales! The full-service bar offers craft beers, signature cocktails and daily drink and happy hour specials, while the menu appeals to a broad customer base with appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, flatbreads, tacos, fresh salads, comfort food favorites and daily specials. Warm, energetic atmosphere with a wrap-around bar, fully equipped commercial kitchen, spacious dining areas, pool table, dart boards, arcade games and an open video gaming area. Flexible floor plan supports casual lunches, family dinners, late-night entertainment, live music, game/trivia nights, private parties and special events. 6 video gaming terminals create a valuable secondary income stream with minimal labor and strong cash flow (gaming provider agreement through Apr 2030). Offered as a stock sale so the gaming license can remain active, subject to Illinois Gaming Board approval and terminal operator requirements. Substantial remodeling and equipment upgrades were completed in 2024, and every piece of FF&E needed for daily operations is included. Location: Prime corner spot in a freestanding building on one of the city's primary commercial corridors, in the heart of a growing western suburb's historic downtown. Excellent visibility and walkability, convenient public parking and steady pedestrian traffic, just off a major state highway. Surrounded by locally owned restaurants, bars, shops and professional offices in an established nightlife area, with year-round community events, seasonal festivals and strong local demographics. A go-to destination for dining, entertainment and nightlife! Established: 2018 (Current Owners 2024) Lease: $2,575/mth gross (well below comps), expires 4/2031 + three 3-yr options SqFt: 4,400 + Basement Storage Seating: 55 (Bar & Tables) Hrs: Tu-Su 11a-1a, kitchen 1p-8p (Closed Mon) Owners Role: Semi-absentee, only 10-12 hrs/wk overseeing ops; kitchen & bar managers willing to stay Employees: 2 FT, 8 PT Training: Negotiable on-site comprehensive training for a smooth transition Gross Sales(2025): $426,404 Cash Clow/SDE(2025): $85,842 Value of FF&E: $35,000 (Incl. In Price) Value of Inventory: $25K-$30K (Not Incl.) Seller Financing Available: Yes, to a well qualified buyer w/ min. $150K down Reasons for Selling: Growing family Competition/Market: An area favorite with a casual, true neighborhood tavern feel that stands out from nearby spots with full liquor service, sports on the TVs, strong late-night business and a recently refreshed menu. Growth & Expansion: A new owner-operator can increase profitability through more active, hands-on involvement, tighter inventory controls, expanded marketing and added community engagement. Already a popular stop for lunch, dinner, evenings out, weekend events and community festivals, drawing both local residents and visitors seeking an authentic small-town downtown experience. Highly rated and recommended, with a great reputation to continue to build upon!
Buyer Fee?
No
Franchise?
No
Real Estate?
No
Relocatable?
No
Principals Only?
No
Willing To Co-broke?
Yes
Management Will Stay?
Yes
Represented By Broker?
Yes
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