Illinois

Bars, Pubs and Taverns For Sale in Illinois

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Turn Key Restaurant w/Bar, Gaming, Drive Thru Liquor in Belvidere

Belvidere, IL

Established and well-loved, this unique business combines a beloved neighborhood pizzeria with a popular video gaming bar, creating a one-of-a-kind destination for families, gamers, and local...

$130,000

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$130,000

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Well Known High Revenue, Restaurant & Bar In Nostalgic Downtown Morris

Morris, IL

The owner of this well known and highly regarded establishment is transitioning into partial retirement, creating a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, high volume restaurant and bar with strong...

$700,000

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$700,000

Prime Springfield Restaurant Opportunity

Auction by Ten-X™

Springfield, IL

Online auction: August 3-5, 2026

4,262 SF Restaurant For Sale...

Not Disclosed

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Starting bid:

Not Disclosed

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Turn Key Sports Bar and Grill

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Godfrey, IL

Exceptional 20+ year established sports bar and entertainment venue situated on 5 prime acres in Godfrey, IL. This turnkey operation generates impressive $3M annual revenue with substantial video...

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Turnkey Restaurant & Bar, High Traffic Naperville

Naperville, IL

Exceptional opportunity to acquired a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant and bar in a highly desirable Naperville location. This established business features a full-service bar, professionally...

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$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $126,009

Well-Established Restaurant & Pub – Business Only for Sale

Lombard, IL

Turnkey Restaurant & Pub in the Heart of Downtown Lombard Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully operational restaurant and pub in a prime downtown Lombard location. This is a...

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$300,000

$300,000

Incredible bar, event, and Gaming space

Cook County, IL

ESTABLISHED BAR, EVENT & GAMING VENUE - COOK COUNTY This profitable entertainment venue presents an exceptional opportunity for hands-on ownership in Cook County's thriving hospitality market....

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Gaming Cafe for Sale

South Chicago Heights, IL

Gaming Cafe and Bar located in a desirable, high-visibility area, next to two big box retailers. This beautifully updated space offers a welcoming and modern atmosphere in a high traffic area. The...

$120,000

$120,000

Illinois Profitable Adult Club with Liquor and Gaming License

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Ottawa, IL

ESTABLISHED ADULT ENTERTAINMENT VENUE WITH COMPREHENSIVE LICENSING This turnkey adult entertainment establishment represents a rare acquisition opportunity in Ottawa, Illinois, the county seat of...

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$790,000

$790,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Well Known Sports Bar in Naperville

Naperville, IL

**CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY** Troy Realty is pleased to exclusively present the opportunity to acquire a highly successful, upscale sports bar and restaurant and assume its existing lease in...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $176,000

Gaming Cafe and Full Kitchen and Bar

Addison, IL

Lucky Rocks in Addison offers a rare chance to acquire a modern gaming venue with a full bar, pub seating, and a complete kitchen. This turnkey business is ideal for dining, gaming, and entertainment,...

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$99,000

$99,000

New Price! Fully Renovated Bar + Restaurant in Northwest Chicago!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chicago, IL

NEW PRICE. Rare turnkey opportunity for an operator or investor seeking a fully renovated, PPA-licensed venue with uncommitted VGT potential in a prime Chicago corridor — includes Real Estate,...

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$949,000

$949,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Upscale Tavern/Restaurant

McHenry County, IL

Absentee Owned | Established 10+ Years | Seller Financing Available Business Overview: Established 10+ years, this upscale tavern-style restaurant is a proven operation with a loyal customer base and...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Sports Bar & Grill | Multi-concept Venue

Illinois

This Sports Bar and Grill a smoke-free, multi-concept venue strategically located in a North Chicago suburb. Operating since 2018, the establishment offers a diverse array of entertainment options...

$850,000

$850,000

Neighborhood Tavern with Gaming

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Cook County, IL

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-established neighborhood tavern operating continuously at the same location for over 50 years. The sale includes both the business and the underlying real...

$798,000

$798,000

Cash Flow: $83,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Michael Berry

Transworld Business Advisors of Indiana

Serving Mclean County, IL

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Turnkey Restaurant & Bar w/ Loyal Following – RE Included / $865K Rev

Clinton County, IL

Confidential acquisition opportunity: cash-flowing restaurant and full-service bar with real estate ownership. Strong sales performance of approximately $865,000 annually and 35,000+ transactions,...

$750,000

$750,000

Steakhouse With Old World Charm and Real Estate

Illinois

Steakhouse that has been in the same location for 75 years! Owners are ready to retire. Recently updated the bar area with a new floor. Large walk-in refrigerator is in place to allow you to stock up...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $29,500

Successful Mexican Grill & Bar With Multiple Income Streams

Schaumburg, IL

**REDUCED $150k for Quick Sale to Allow Family to Move Out of State to be Near Family** Ready to step beyond the fried ice cream and fedoras? This Mexican restaurant and bar takes authentic Latin...

$399,900

$399,900

Cash Flow: $132,156

Long-Established Bar & Grill with Gaming & Rental Income Potential – R

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Illinois

Well-established bar and grill in a growing Illinois town, operating for over 42 years. Features include six gaming machines generating $169K annually/Location Share $50K annually, pool tables, and a...

$385,000

$385,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Fully Built out Bar & Restaurant ~ No Need to Build from Scratch
Asset Sale

Lyons, IL

Seller is negotiable and open to structuring a deal that accounts for licensing requirements! 40 Year Established Location with the current owner operating for the last 8 years. Clean Slate...

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$140,000

$140,000

Rare Restaurant & Bar w/Property Palos Heights, IL - On S Harlem Ave!
Real Estate Only

Palos Heights, IL

Rare Restaurant & Bar w/Property Palos Heights, IL - On S Harlem Ave! "Reimagine The Former Joe Daniel's Or Introduce An Entirely New Restaurant, Bar Or Entertainment-Driven Concept" Outstanding...

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$675,000

$675,000

Mixed-Use Investment - Retail + Residential Income Potential
Real Estate Only

Willow Springs, IL

Prime Mixed-Use Commercial Investment Opportunity in Willow Springs This exceptional 3,448 square foot commercial property at 8216 S. Archer Avenue presents a compelling investment opportunity with...

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$850,000

$850,000

Rare Waterfront Restaurant & Bar Far Northwest Suburb - Property Incl!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Lake County, IL

Rare Waterfront Restaurant & Bar Far Northwest Suburb of Chicago - Property Included! "Offers Direct Channel Frontage Leading Into The Chain O' Lakes, Complete With Outdoor Seating & 4 Private Boat...

$395,000

$395,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Microbrewery and tap room for sale

New Lenox, IL

Award winning brewery in an established location. A perfect opportunity for someone wanting to get into the brewing business, or for other brewing businesses to expand their brand into a welcoming...

$500,000

$500,000

Venue on Main

Belleville, IL

Venue on Main is a beautifully renovated downtown Belleville destination that blends historic charm with modern appeal. Renovations, which began in 2020, resulted in a 4,800-square-foot Airbnb that...

$899,000

$899,000

Turnkey Waterfront Bar, Restaurant & Entertainment

McHenry County, IL

Confidential Listing / Non-Disclosure Required Confidential opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey waterfront restaurant and entertainment destination, with both the operating business and...

Not Disclosed

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Cash Flow: $700,000

Nice Bar - Food - High Gaming Revenue

Peoria, IL

Profitable bar in Peoria County that is over 2500 sq. ft. Food is sold and there is a very nice kitchen. There is a very nice area for bands. There is a beautiful outdoor area. Plenty of parking for...

$450,000

$450,000

Confidential Restaurant Offering

Chicago, IL

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully improved restaurant and bar located in a well-known, established North Side Chicago neighborhood. This turnkey hospitality venue features over 3,000 square feet of...

$295,000

$295,000

A rare opportunity to acquire a staple, high-volume restaurant

Washington, IL

A rare opportunity to acquire a staple, high-volume restaurant and sports bar in the Central Illinois market. This offering includes the prime commercial real estate, all fixtures, furniture, and...

$2,699,900

$2,699,900

Established Restaurant & Martini Bar ~ Business $600,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Westchester, IL

For clarity, the purchase breakdown is $600,000 for the turnkey restaurant operation and the almost new free standing commercial building is $1,500,000 for the real estate for a total acquisition...

$2,100,000

$2,100,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Longstanding Neighborhood Bar with Thriving Outdoor Beer Garden

DuPage County, IL

Established neighborhood bar and nightlife destination located in a highly desirable downtown suburban market. Operating continuously since 1964, the business has developed a strong local reputation...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $97,689

High-Volume Well-Established Pizza Sports Pub - Over 16 Years!

Will County, IL

High-Volume Well-Established Pizza Sports Pub Southwest Suburb of Chicago - Over 16 Years! "Strategically Positioned On A Major Route With 35,000-50,000 VPD In One Of The Fastest-Growing SW Suburban...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $120,287

Sports Bar, Grill & Live Entertainment Venue w/Gaming-Sales Over $966k

DuPage County, IL

High-Volume Sports Bar, Grill & Live Entertainment Venue w/Gaming Western Suburb of Chicago - Sales Over $966,000 "Gaming Revenue $161,989 - 2026 First Quarter Sales Up 22.4% & Gaming Income Up 13.4%"...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $73,272

Cash Flowing Mexican Restaurant with Great Patio

Schaumburg, IL

This established Mexican restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Schaumburg, Illinois' premier commercial corridor. Located on high-traffic Schaumburg Road west of Roselle Road,...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Confidential Restaurant Business Sale

Chicago, IL

The subject business is an established, turnkey restaurant and bar opportunity located in a well-known Chicago neighborhood. Established in 2011, this highly regarded concept has built a loyal...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Longstanding Restaurant with Property, Patio & Gaming Income

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

McHenry County, IL

Established, full-service restaurant with more than 20 years of successful operation, now available due to owner retirement. This well-known business features a loyal customer base and is staffed by...

$1,224,000

$1,224,000

Cash Flow: $71,949

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Popular Community Bar & Grill w/Gaming Peru, IL - Turnkey!

Peru, IL

Popular Community Bar & Grill w/Gaming Peru, IL - Turnkey! "At A High Visibility Corner Of A Primary Commercial Corridor & Major Commercial Route In The Heart Of Peru" A rare opportunity to acquire a...

$79,000

$79,000

Bar with Building - Great Gaming

Peoria, IL

This bar/restaurant does great business. It has had many updates inside and outside. There are four dedicated employees. This bar is open limited hours and could be open way more hours. Gaming is over...

$259,000

$259,000

Established Restaurant, Bar, Grill, with Video Gaming – High Traffic

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Round Lake Heights, IL

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded Restaurant, Bar & Grill with Video Gaming, ideally located in a strong, high-traffic area. Priced attractively for a qualified...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Historic Route 66 Restaurant and Bar w/ Gaming - Profitable

Macoupin County, IL

Fantastic opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established restaurant with bar and gaming located just off Historic Route 66 in Central Illinois. The business has a strong operating history and...

$125,000

$125,000

Entertainment-Focused Bar with Patio and Private Event Areas

St. Clair County, IL

This vibrant full-service bar and restaurant features a broad-appeal menu and a lively late-night operation, open seven days a week from late morning through the early morning hours. Located in a busy...

$475,000

$475,000

Bob Young

AcquisitionsDirect.com

Serving Cook County, IL

Founded in 2002, Acquisitions Direct has more than 20 years of expertise in the field of mergers and acquisitions, specializing in the sale of online businesses, hybrid ventures with a significant online presence, and established brands. We have sold hundreds of eCommerce, SaaS and Amazon FBA brands over the years ranging from $250k to over $30 million. We take a boutique approach and only focus on 12-18 high quality listings at a time so that each business owner receives the benefits from our experience and personalized attention. We truly understand that selling an online business can be a confusing, time consuming and emotional process. We respect that many sellers built their business from scratch, and we understand the grit it takes. Before starting Acquisitions Direct, our internet business brokers team developed, ran and sold their own internet-based businesses. We fully understand the online marketplace and we bring value to the process that is unmatched by the competition with our unique boutique approach to selling online based businesses.

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Profitable Turnkey Pizza & Sports Bar – Consistent Cash Flow, Absentee

Cook County, IL

$630,000 (Business Only) Seller Financing: Available for qualified buyers Real Estate: Not included Location Northwest Chicago Suburbs Consistent $900K+ annual revenue with strong margins and loyal...

$630,000

$630,000

Cash Flow: $243,000

Neighborhood Bar & Grill w/Gaming Southwest Suburbs of Chicago

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chicago Ridge, IL

For transparency business is listed for $600,000 & Real Estate (Mixed use apx 5,000 sq ft building) $600,000 for sale for a total asking price of 1.2 million combined. Owner will consider selling...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $315,016

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Legendary Chicago Nightclub & Bar w/Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chicago, IL

~ Liquor license, PPA License, Gaming License applied for ~ Owner open to discussing "Owner Financing" for qualified buyers with strong financials and good down payment (Terms to be negotiated) For...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High Volume Bar with Property

Joliet, IL

HOT DEAL ! This high volume bar is located in the surrounding Joliet area. Is has been around for years and has a huge following. There is a full kitchen. You will love the long term staff that is...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Sports Bar with Real Estate – Sales over $2.4 Million a Year!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Madison County, IL

Sales are UP on this Highly Profitable Illinois Sports Bar Turnkey Large Dining Room Banquet Room Well-Equipped Kitchen Large Patio with Outside Games Video Gaming With all employees in place and...

$1,575,000

$1,575,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Billiards, Bar, and Restaurant

Decatur, IL

When you pull into the parking lot, it doesn't look like much. But when you walk in, it feels comfortable. You notice the brightly lit pool tables, the friendly bar, and smell the fish frying on a...

$55,000

$55,000

Established Bar - $8,400 Gaming - Cheap Rent

Joliet, IL

HOT DEAL. This well established bar is about 3800 sq. ft. It has been around for about 40 years. Very easy to operate since there is no food. It seats around 140 people. The large space allows you to...

$195,000

$195,000

High-Volume Bar & Restaurant Franchise Chicago, IL - Sales Over $5.2M!

Chicago, IL

High-Volume Well-Established Bar & Restaurant Franchise Chicago, IL - Sales $5,277,215 & Growing! "Double-Digit Sales Growth The Last 4 Years!!!!" A truly unique social gathering place. A neighborhood...

$3,999,000

$3,999,000

Cash Flow: $1,530,448

Well Known, High Revenue, Restaurant and Bar Establishement!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Verona, IL

The owners of this well known establishment have decided to retire, creating an opportunity for a buyer to purchase a high volume restaurant-bar that is very profitable. EJ Karz is the combination of...

$1,599,000

$1,599,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Corner Bar/ Restaurant Concept

Chicago, IL

Uncover the potential of this captivating 3,000 SF bar and grill concept located in one of Chicago's most well-known neighborhoods. The well-established location presents an exceptional opportunity...

$195,000

$195,000

Buy or Sell a Bar, Pub and Tavern in Illinois
Bars, pubs and taverns listed for sale on BizBuySell feature a wide range of nightlife and beverage focused hospitality businesses, including neighborhood bars, sports pubs, taverns, cocktail lounges, wine bars, breweries with taprooms, and bar restaurant hybrids, many of which include valuable liquor licenses, built out interiors, and in some cases owned real estate. These businesses primarily operate on a hospitality and alcohol driven revenue model, generating income through on premise beverage sales, food service where applicable, entertainment or cover charges, private events, and ancillary revenue such as gaming or merchandise, with profitability closely tied to foot traffic, licensing, operating hours, and repeat local patrons.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median) Total Illinois Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed15 2,198
Asking Price$399,900-
Reported Revenue$800,000 $2,374,230
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$120,287 $178,140
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$274,500$399,900$564,500

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Bars, Pubs and Taverns for sale in Illinois.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$441,500$81,500
Median$800,000$120,287
Upper Quartile$975,993$173,000

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Bars, Pubs and Taverns listed for sale in Illinois.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.402.47
Median0.452.72
Upper Quartile0.703.53

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Bar, Pub and Tavern in Illinois?

The median asking price for an established Bar, Pub and Tavern in Illinois is $399,900, though prices range from under $274,500 to well over $564,500.

How much do Bars, Pubs and Taverns owners in Illinois earn?

The median reported revenue of Bars, Pubs and Taverns in Illinois is $800,000 and owners earn a median of $120,287, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Bar, Pub and Tavern?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Bars, Pubs and Taverns in Illinois, revenue multiples range from 0.40 to 0.70, with a median of 0.45. Earning multiples range from 2.47 to 3.53, with the median at 2.72. This means the typical Bar, Pub and Tavern in Illinois may ask for around 0.45 times its annual revenue, and 2.72 times its annual owner earnings.

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