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Chula Vista, San Diego County, California
Rare 48 Licensed Dive Bar for Sale-Chula Vista
Asking Price
$219,000
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Description
This has all the elements of a classic dive bar with a welcoming environment, strong base of regulars, and consistent nightly traffic. A fun, laid back bar featuring pool tables, karaoke nights, DJ sets, and affordable drinks.
Spacious layout featuring a large bar and well for bartenders, abundant seating throughout, walk-in cooler, keg lines already in place, dance floor, plenty of storage, and an owner’s office.
Currently five beer taps and able to add more.
In addition, the bar offers a back patio area and private parking lot for employees and customers, providing easy accessibility from the main road.
Entertainment and additional income streams are already built in with three coin-operated pool tables, a jukebox, DJ booth, ATM, change machine, and more. These features enhance the customer experience and contribute to steady supplemental revenue.
The business maintains a strong presence online with solid ratings on both Yelp and Google, reflecting its reputation as a go-to neighborhood bar with a loyal following. This existing brand recognition gives a new owner a strong foundation to build on from day one.
Open daily until 2 AM, fully utilizing the Type 48 license and maximizing late-night revenue potential.
Located in a prime Chula Vista location with large, highly visible signage from a main road, easy access to both the I-5 and I-805 freeways, and close proximity to the South Bay and the nearby Gaylord development.
The space is approximately 2,440 square feet and comes with a long-term lease at below-market rent.
Turnkey and ready for a new owner to step in and continue operating immediately with plenty of upside potential to increase advertising and host extra events.
Asset Sale-Limited financials to be provided. Value based on 48 license only.
Business Details
Reason for sale:
Retirement
Posting Information
Posting ID:
2951494
Business Category:
Restaurants & Food
Business Types:
Bar, Pub, Sports Bar, Lounge, Tavern
Attributes:
Broker Cooperation
License (Liquor, etc.)
Training And Support
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Rare 48 Licensed Dive Bar for Sale-Chula Vista
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