THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a rare chance to acquire a profitable, award-winning gastropub generating approximately $40,000 in annual ROI — a proven, tangible return backed by nine years of consistent operating history. This isn't a startup with projections; it's a mature business with a track record, a loyal customer base, and a fully built-out revenue engine ready for a new owner to step into on day one.
THE LOCATION: BARRIO ESCALANTE
The business occupies a beautifully remodeled house in the heart of Barrio Escalante — San José's undisputed epicenter of dining and nightlife, home to more than 25 restaurants and bars along the iconic Calle 33 corridor. This is a walkable, high-foot-traffic destination where locals and tourists alike come specifically to eat and drink, meaning the business benefits from built-in demand rather than having to create it. As the neighborhood continues to grow in popularity and commercial density, the gastropub is positioned to capture rising visitor volume without additional marketing spend — a meaningful tailwind for any buyer thinking about upside.
THE BUSINESS
For nine years, this gourmet burger concept has built a reputation for quality and consistency, earning multiple industry awards along the way. The menu occupies a genuine niche — there are only 4-5 direct competitors in the immediate area — giving the business defensible differentiation in one of the country's most competitive dining zones.
Beyond the core restaurant, a dark kitchen operation has recently launched out of the same physical kitchen, selling a distinct menu under a separate brand. This means the buyer isn't just acquiring a restaurant — they're acquiring two live revenue streams from one footprint, with the infrastructure, staff, and kitchen capacity already in place to support both.
GROWTH POTENTIAL
The brand's ten-year track record, award recognition, and proven unit economics make it a strong candidate for scaling. With the right legal and franchise structuring — standardized operating procedures, trademark protection, and formal franchise agreements — this concept is well-positioned to expand into additional locations, transforming a single profitable restaurant into a multi-unit or franchise opportunity.
WHY THIS BUSINESS
For the investment-minded buyer: a $40,000 annual ROI, a second income stream via the dark kitchen, and a clear, structured path to franchising and multi-unit growth.
For the owner-operator: a beloved, established gathering place with genuine community standing, a reputation for award-winning food, and a built-in stage in one of Latin America's most exciting culinary neighborhoods.
This is a business with a story, a location that sells itself, and the numbers to back it up. Serious inquiries welcome — full financials and operational details available upon request and signed NDA.
