Long-Established Family-Owned Deli & Caterer

NOT DISCLOSED, Illinois

Asking Price	$1,000,000	Year Established	1982
Annual Revenue	$1,434,002	Reason for Selling	Retiring.
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Ted Aretos
Annual Cash Flow	$197,302	Listing Number	1019083
# of Employees	12	Business Category	Food & Beverage: Restaurants, Fast Food, Deli

Business Overview:

High-Volume Long-Established Family-Owned Deli & Caterer w/Property Sought-After SW Suburb Of Chicago - Sales Over $1.4M!

“Established Over 44 Years - Award Winning - Rave Reviews - Sales Up”

A rare opportunity to acquire a deli and catering concept on a highly trafficked suburban corridor in the greater Chicagoland market. Well-known for exceptional homemade, home-style cooked meals including housemade soups, fresh salads, specialty sandwiches, tasty wraps, signature half-pound burgers, thin-crust pizzas, broasted chicken, mouthwatering gelato, plus daily, weekly, monthly and holiday specials. Offers drop-off and full-service catering for weddings, graduations, showers, communions, birthdays, open houses, corporate luncheons, company picnics and more, with customizable menus and bar service options, from breakfast and boxed lunches to buffets, desserts and cocktails. Simple counter-service operation with dine-in, takeout, delivery and online ordering. Cozy, casual interior with historic charm, a peaceful garden patio and an open-air pavilion for seasonal dining, private events and on-site catering, plus video gaming terminals. Current owners 26 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Both 2025 and 2026 YTD sales up! Truly turnkey with established systems and a fully built-out facility designed for both retail service and high-volume catering production.

Property Features and Assets:

<p>Historic freestanding building in the walkable downtown/historic village center, on its main street and a major thoroughfare, about 20 miles from downtown Chicago. A community gathering hub with restaurants, shops and seasonal events. Close to offices, industrial parks and the Metra station, minutes from Route 45, I-55 and I-294. Surrounded by scenic forest preserves, drawing hikers, bikers, kayakers and anglers. Excellent visibility, strong signage and ample on-site parking. Includes a 2-bedroom apartment renting month-to-month at $950/month. FF&E valued at $150,000 included; inventory (approx. $15,000) extra.<br><br>SqFt: 2,806 (1,403 1st floor + 1,403 Basement Storage/Prep)<br>Seating: 79 (4 Inside, 15 Side Patio, 60 Pavilion)<br>Hrs: Mon-Thu 10a-5p, Fri 10a-6p, Sat 10a-4p (Closed Sundays & Holidays)<br>Owners Role: Semi-absentee (20 hrs/week); 2 long-time managers, 12 employees<br>Training: Negotiable on-site comprehensive training<br>Property: Owned, included in asking price; 5 PINs (building & parking lot); 2024 taxes $15,300<br></p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>One-of-a-kind, authentic dining experience with phenomenal catering. Everything made from scratch on-site using the finest high-quality ingredients, from deli favorites to prepared foods and baked goods, making it both a daily destination for a quick lunch or dinner-to-go and a go-to for special occasions. Also the perfect event venue, offering beautiful garden areas, personalized service, seamless delivery and reliable catering. A longstanding favorite and historic landmark, considered a neighborhood institution, community staple and area gem. Rated in the Top 30 by the Chicago Tribune and a multi-year “Neighborhood Fave” award recipient. Deep community ties and a loyal, multi-generational base of residents, local businesses and event clients, with fans from near and far. Surrounding established neighborhoods with strong household incomes support steady demand. Consistent sales history with room for further growth and future expansion, backed by a strong reputation for quality, consistency and service to build on for decades to come!<br></p>

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