Turnkey-Style Restaurant / Cafe Opportunity in Elizabeth
Excellent opportunity to lease an approximately 950 SF ground-floor restaurant/cafe space at 1144 E Grand St, Elizabeth, NJ.
The space was previously operated as a restaurant and already has the layout and feel of an established food-service business, making it an especially strong fit for an experienced restaurant, cafe, bakery, takeout, dessert, juice, or fast-casual operator looking to open without starting from a completely raw space.
The storefront offers excellent street presence, with large display windows, prominent signage opportunities, and a highly visible ground-floor entrance. Inside, the space features an attractive customer seating area, restaurant-style flooring, decorative lighting, a finished drop ceiling, service/counter area, and an existing configuration that can be adapted to a variety of food concepts.
Highlights
* Approximately 950 SF of ground-floor space
* Previously operated as a restaurant
* Large storefront windows providing strong natural light
* Excellent visibility and signage potential
* Existing customer dining/seating area
* Service and counter area already in place
* Attractive finished interior
* Suitable for dine-in, takeout, delivery, catering, cafe, bakery, dessert, juice, or specialty food concepts
* Located in a mixed-use building with residential units above and surrounding neighborhood density
* Opportunity for an operator to bring in a new concept and begin building business quickly
This is a particularly attractive opportunity for someone already operating in the food or hospitality business who wants another location, is ready to expand, or wants a space that already presents like a restaurant rather than taking on the cost and time of converting a traditional retail storefront.
Ideal uses: restaurant, cafe, coffee shop, bakery, breakfast concept, sandwich shop, Latin/Caribbean cuisine, fast casual, dessert shop, juice/smoothie bar, catering operation, or similar food-service use.
1144 E Grand St, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
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Approximate square footage is based on available building information and visual assessment and should be independently verified.
Tenant pays all utilities
1148 E Grand St
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Apartment building
Studio
Available units
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 Unit 1 Studio, 1 ba | 950 | Now | Fees may apply $1,800 |
What's special
Attractive finished interiorDecorative lightingHighly visible ground-floor entranceRestaurant-style flooringFinished drop ceiling
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Keighry Head
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Good TransitBike Score®
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BikeableNearby schools in Elizabeth
Number 2, Winfield Scott Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles4/10
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2/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Elizabeth High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles8/10
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7/10College Readiness Rating
10/10T Jefferson Arts Academy
Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles4/10
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4/10College Readiness Rating
5/10Living in Elizabeth
Keighry Head is a residential neighborhood in Elizabeth, near the city’s historic downtown and the Elizabeth River. Its urban setting brings local shops and everyday services within reach, while nearby Warinanco Park offers open lawns, walking paths, sports areas and seasonal outdoor activities. The area has a four-season northeastern climate, with cold winters and warm, humid summers. Downtown Elizabeth adds historic architecture, restaurants serving a range of cuisines, cafés and shopping, while local arts and cultural events contribute to the city’s lively street scene. The neighborhood’s street grid supports walking, and NJ Transit rail and bus connections in Elizabeth make trips around the region practical; major roads are also nearby. Keighry Head’s median rent is $2,350 per month, with a typical range of $800 to $4,500, based on 88 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 1148 E Grand St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
1148 E Grand St is located at 1148 E Grand St in Keighry Head, Elizabeth, NJ. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Brisas Bakery & Restaurant, Starbucks, and City Tavern.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 1148 E Grand St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 1148 E Grand St include Trinitas EMS CORE Building (0.4 miles away), Trinitas Comprehensive Cancer Center (0.5 miles away), and University Radiology ELO_TRIN (0.5 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 1148 E Grand St?
The schools assigned to 1148 E Grand St include Number 2, Winfield Scott Elementary School, Elizabeth High School, and T Jefferson Arts Academy.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1148 E Grand St?
1148 E Grand St is located near 8 grocery stores, including GNC (0.2 miles) and Citi Grocer (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including CVS Pharmacy, are approximately 0.7 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 1148 E Grand St?
1148 E Grand St is located within 0.1 miles of JFK Institute of Healthcare, 0.3 miles of Union County College - Elizabeth Campus, and 0.9 miles of Elizabeth High School Lower Academy.
