High-Volume Longstanding Café Shabbona, IL - In The Heart Of Its Downtown! A cherished local restaurant known for its warm atmosphere and homestyle cooking. Offering a delicious menu filled with classic American food such as omelets, skillets, pancakes, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, pasta, chops, steaks, seafood, ice cream and much more. Well established for over 10 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Owner operated. Full-service restaurant. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dine-in or carryout. Features a recently remodeled interior with ample counter, table and booth seating. Also, a spacious fully-equipped kitchen with recent upgrades including new LED lighting. Plus, the town has also just undergone extensive beautification projects with improved sidewalks, street lighting, landscaping and overall aesthetics. Location: Prime retail space in a freestanding building in the heart of downtown Shabbona, a quaint close-knit community. Boasts great signage, high visibility, easy access and ample public street/lot parking. Perfectly situated on its main street and the town’s main commercial corridor with local businesses, also a major state highway with high traffic counts. Also just a short drive away from scenic Shabbona Lake State Park, making this cafe an ideal stop for fishermen, boaters, campers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy a satisfying meal before or after their adventures. This renowned park attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year! Plus, conveniently located close to I-39 and I-88 which provide easy access to many nearby towns including Aurora, DeKalb, Dixon, Rochelle and more. It’s just 30 minutes from Northern Illinois University bringing students to the area. And less than an hour and a half from Chicago, making it a convenient getaway for city dwellers looking for outdoor recreation. Year Established: 2015. Property Information: One-story freestanding brick building. Real estate taxes $3,826 a year. Square Feet: 2,760. Seating: 84 Inside. Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Th 6a-3p, Fr 6a-8p, Sa-Su 6a-2p. Owners Role: Owner operated - actively manages kitchen operations. Staff is willing to stay on. # Of Employees: 6. Training: Negotiable on-site comprehensive training. Gross Sales (2024): $405,703. Net Operating Income: $74,699. Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price (Valued at $160,000). Value of Inventory: $5,000 (Not Included In Asking Price). Seller Financing Available: No. Reasons for Selling: Other business interests. Competition/Market: Homestyle cooking at its best. Hearty meals. Homemade soups. Known for their high-quality food, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service. Outstanding customer reviews. Rated 4.9 TripAdvisor, 4.8 Facebook, 4.6 Facebook, 4.6 Google and more. Highly rated & recommended, outstanding reputation to continue to build upon. And thriving historic downtown location! Growth & Expansion: Longstanding local favorite. Beloved fixture downtown. A community hub. A neighborhood gathering spot. Part of the town’s vibrant social scene. The area's premier destination for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Also, one of the few dining establishments in the area. Loyal following. Also benefits from heavy year-round tourist traffic. A popular stop for both locals & visitors alike! And currently open just 58 hours a week - opportunity to expand hours to further increase sales. Also, the potential to add liquor and gaming for additional revenue. Fell 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 email Ted Aretos at Ted@eatz-associates.com or call 815-761-8334 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours. Listed by Ted Aretos at EatZ & Associates/EatZ Real Estate Group LLC