Mississippi River Frontage -Restaurant and Bar for sale-
Business Description
Boat Dock, river views, volleyball court, playground, Wood Fire Pizza!
River Location! Located on the Mississippi River, 1.5 hours south of the Twin Cities. 3.5 hours to Milwaukee, 3 hours to Madison WI, 5 hours to Chicago, Il. Established bar (2), supper club, wood fire pizza venue. Two locations across from each other located right on State Highway 35 for excellent traffic flow and excellent visibility. 112 and 115 N Shore Dr, Fountain City, Wi. Beautiful, historic river town! 2-bedroom apartment above the Golden Frog. 112 N Shore Dr is the famous "The Golden Frog Restaurant and Saloon"; established in 1887. Full bar, fine dining, outdoor patio. Long time clientele, destination point! (170 Apr. capacity). Across the street at 115 N Shore Dr; "The Lily Pad", est. in 2023; situation right on the Mississippi River to enjoy the beautiful river view! Renovated from the original Foundry in Fountain City, dates back to the 1850's Apr. Structure is all original hand-hewn timbers, post and beam. Large decks facing the river, ground floor patio's, 2 handicap assessable bathrooms. (Capacity 300 Apr.) Live music every weekend through the summer. Boat Dock included, Wood Fire Pizza Venue, playground, sandbox, volleyball court (leagues during summer), bags and much more! These two establishes complement each other and have separate liquor licenses. Lily Pad has a full bar overlooking the river with dining room. Catered events, parties, etc. at both locations. Lily Pad property is also rented out for private occasions. This is a package deal, both venues bring business to each other and bring a wide variety of clientele. From Friday night fish/shrimp fries, Prime Rib, burgers, salads, breakfast. Full supper club/bar-grill menu served at the "Frog", along with homemade desserts. The Lily Pad specializes in homemade Organic pizza dough, for wood fire pizza's, most of the ingredients are locally sourced ingredients. Fresh, homemade desserts and ice cream also served! Customers are also welcome to bring over to-go's from the Frog and enjoy the view and music. The Great River Road, State Highway 35, is the main corridor to the Twin Cities. Tourism with sight see-ers, bikers, boaters, campers, hikers, wine/brewery tours and so much more! Owners thoroughly enjoy the business and started the Lily Pad to compliment the Golden Frog business to bring more tourism to town. Great reviews and return customers that come from all over the mid-west. Owner is a licensed real estate broker.
About the Business
- Number of Employees
- 15
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- 2 properties
- Website
- https://www.thegoldenfrog.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Great River Road, State Highway 35 is the main thru-all way for traffic up and down the Mississippi River. We are the only establishment that offers a diverse set up for many demographics of customers. River view with boat dock, place for children to play at the playground and sand box, volleyball, bags, live music. Very diverse, very unique facility with different menus at each facility.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Owners do not have time to grow and mature this business. Both businesses are not being run to their full potential.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Young child/other careers.
- Transition Support
- Owners can provide support through transition.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2334831
- Listing Views
- 3280
Business Location
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