Turnkey Restaurant, Bar & Rooftop Venue - Downtown KC | 8,000 SqFt
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Turnkey Restaurant, Bar & Rooftop Venue in Prime Downtown Kansas City (Business)
Rare opportunity to acquire John’s Big Deck, a long-standing downtown Kansas City restaurant, bar, and rooftop venue operating since 1983. Located at 928 Wyandotte St., the business occupies approximately 8,000 SF across three revenue-producing levels, including a first-floor sports bar, second-floor event/private party space, and a highly marketable rooftop deck with downtown skyline views.
The business has demonstrated a strong operating history, with annual sales historically ranging from approximately $3.0M to $3.5M, and 2025 projected annualized sales of approximately $2.9M despite temporary operational disruptions. Cash flow has remained strong, with reported cash flow ranging from approximately $313K to $453K in recent years. Liquor and beer sales represent a major revenue driver, accounting for approximately 75% of sales, creating a strong and proven revenue foundation.
From an investment standpoint, the business presents compelling acquisition metrics, including strong cash flow, attractive operating margins, and an illustrative 2.96 Debt Coverage Ratio based on a 20% down buyer financing scenario. This indicates meaningful projected cash flow coverage after estimated debt service, subject to lender underwriting and buyer qualifications.
Positioned in a prime downtown location near offices, hotels, nightlife, parking, and the Kansas City Streetcar, the business captures multiple customer segments throughout the day and evening, including lunch, happy hour, events, rooftop traffic, and late-night patrons.
Recent upgrades to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and interiors help support a smoother transition for a new owner. Additional upside may exist through expanded event programming, rooftop activation, marketing optimization, and operational efficiencies depending on the buyer’s management structure.
This is a true turnkey acquisition opportunity for an experienced restaurant/bar operator or investor seeking an established downtown hospitality business with strong brand recognition, multiple revenue streams, proven cash flow, attractive debt coverage, and one of the most recognizable rooftop concepts in Kansas City.
Rare opportunity to acquire John’s Big Deck, a long-standing downtown Kansas City restaurant, bar, and rooftop venue operating since 1983. Located at 928 Wyandotte St., the business occupies approximately 8,000 SF across three revenue-producing levels, including a first-floor sports bar, second-floor event/private party space, and a highly marketable rooftop deck with downtown skyline views.
The business has demonstrated a strong operating history, with annual sales historically ranging from approximately $3.0M to $3.5M, and 2025 projected annualized sales of approximately $2.9M despite temporary operational disruptions. Cash flow has remained strong, with reported cash flow ranging from approximately $313K to $453K in recent years. Liquor and beer sales represent a major revenue driver, accounting for approximately 75% of sales, creating a strong and proven revenue foundation.
From an investment standpoint, the business presents compelling acquisition metrics, including strong cash flow, attractive operating margins, and an illustrative 2.96 Debt Coverage Ratio based on a 20% down buyer financing scenario. This indicates meaningful projected cash flow coverage after estimated debt service, subject to lender underwriting and buyer qualifications.
Positioned in a prime downtown location near offices, hotels, nightlife, parking, and the Kansas City Streetcar, the business captures multiple customer segments throughout the day and evening, including lunch, happy hour, events, rooftop traffic, and late-night patrons.
Recent upgrades to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and interiors help support a smoother transition for a new owner. Additional upside may exist through expanded event programming, rooftop activation, marketing optimization, and operational efficiencies depending on the buyer’s management structure.
This is a true turnkey acquisition opportunity for an experienced restaurant/bar operator or investor seeking an established downtown hospitality business with strong brand recognition, multiple revenue streams, proven cash flow, attractive debt coverage, and one of the most recognizable rooftop concepts in Kansas City.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 43
- Employees
- The current GM oversees several restaurant assets and will transition with the o
- Facilities & Assets
- All furniture, fixtures, and equipment used in the operation are included in the sale, including the commercial kitchen equipment, bars and beverage-service equipment, refrigeration, draft systems, tables, chairs, televisions, point-of-sale equipment, rooftop furnishings, décor, and other operating assets, subject to a final asset list and excluding any leased equipment or personal property specifically identified before closing.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business operates in a strong downtown Kansas City hospitality market, supported by nearby government offices, hotels, businesses, nightlife, parking, and KC Streetcar access. The trade area includes approximately 67,192 daytime employees within 1 mile and 172,581 within 3 miles, supporting demand from office workers, hotel guests, event visitors, tourists, and residents.
Although the market is competitive, the business stands out through more than 40 years of operations, established brand recognition, three revenue-producing levels, private event space, and a rooftop deck with skyline views. Annual sales have ranged from approximately $2.9 million to $3.5 million, demonstrating established demand and resilience. Revenue from food, liquor, beer, private events, merchandise further reduces reliance on any single customer segment. - Opportunities for Growth
- Growth opportunities include expanding private events and corporate bookings, increasing rooftop utilization, extending seasonal programming, and improving digital marketing and promotions. A buyer could also grow food delivery, catering, merchandise, and sponsorship revenue. With approximately 70% of sales generated from liquor and beer, there is additional upside through stronger food sales, premium offerings, and improved menu engineering. The second-floor event space and rooftop venue provide meaningful capacity for incremental revenue without requiring additional real estate.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 8,000
- Rent
- $18,000.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 3/31/2036
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owners are planning retirement and selling select assets to open a new location.
- Transition Support
- The owner is willing to provide reasonable transition support and training to help ensure a smooth transfer of operations. Assistance may include introductions to key employees, vendors, and service providers; review of daily operating procedures, purchasing, scheduling, menu and bar operations, and customer relationships; and general guidance regarding the business’s systems and established practices. The specific transition period and level of support will be negotiated with the buyer as part of the final transaction.
- Financing Options
- $3M-3.5M Annual Sales, Strong cash flow and 2.96 DCR.Seller financing available;
Listing Info
- ID
- 2527774
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