John's Big Deck Restaurant and Bar
Turnkey Restaurant, Bar & Rooftop Venue + Real Estate in Prime - Downtown Kansas City
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Turnkey Restaurant, Bar & Rooftop Venue + Real Estate in Prime - Downtown Kansas City
An exceptional opportunity to acquire both the thriving business and valuable real estate of John’s Big Deck, a Kansas City landmark operating since 1983. This ±8,000 SF three-story restaurant, bar, and event venue sits on a high-visibility hard corner in the heart of downtown, surrounded by corporate offices, hotels, government buildings, and major foot traffic drivers.
Featuring a dynamic multi-level layout — with a lively first-floor sports bar, a private second-floor event space, and a stunning rooftop deck offering panoramic city views — the business consistently generates ~$3M–$3.5M in annual sales with strong cash flow margins and a cap rate of ~16.6%. Recent upgrades include modernized interiors, new rooftop units, and updated plumbing and electrical systems, ensuring no deferred maintenance and reduced future capital needs.
The property and business are priced significantly below combined market value, offering immediate built-in equity of nearly $800,000. Located within TIF, CID, Opportunity Zone, Urban Renewal, and Enterprise Zone districts, this asset benefits from multiple economic incentives that further enhance ROI.
With its long-standing reputation, loyal customer base, diverse revenue streams (including liquor, food, events, and merchandise), and additional upside from event rentals and seasonal sales, John’s Big Deck presents a rare chance to own a fully established operation and appreciating downtown real estate — all positioned for continued success and long-term growth.
Website: https://johnsbigdeckkc.net/
This is a confidential overview provided to qualified buyers. All figures are estimates based on internal financials and are subject to verification. Financing examples are estimates only and subject to lender’s qualification.
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Investment highlights
Investment Highlights
Rare opportunity to acquire both the real estate and a successful, high-cash-flowing business — a proven multi-level restaurant, bar, and rooftop venue in the heart of downtown Kansas City.
±8,000 SF property on a hard-corner site, surrounded by government buildings, hotels, offices, and ample parking, ensuring steady, quality foot traffic and long-term real estate appreciation.
Operating since 1983, delivering over 40 years of brand recognition, loyal local following, and market resilience.
Diversified revenue streams, including liquor, beer, wine, food, private events, merchandise, and rooftop nightlife, anchored by a vibrant atmosphere and exceptional downtown views.
Robust financial performance, with total sales of ~$3.0M–$3.5M annually, gross profits consistently exceeding $2.1M, and cash flows ranging from ~$437K to ~$589K.
Healthy operational margins, with cash flow margins of ~14%–17% — and potential to reach ~20–25% under an owner-operator model.
Property’s Strength to Easily Cover Debt and Maximize Returns, Exceptional DCR metrics above 2.3 highlight this asset’s robust ability to comfortably service debt while still delivering impressive, reliable returns.
Attractive cap rate of ~16.6%, offering compelling ROI on both the business and the underlying real estate asset.
Immediate buyer equity, with pricing at $3.7M (including both business and real estate) — approximately $800K below combined market value.
Eligible for multiple economic incentives, located within Opportunity Zone, TIF, CID, Enterprise Zone, and Urban Renewal areas, enhancing after-tax returns.
Recent renovations & no deferred maintenance, with upgrades to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and interior finishes, reducing future capital outlays.
Strong team in place, ensuring operational continuity and customer loyalty, with only the GM expected to transition.
Added upside potential, with ~$20K–$30K in annual New Year’s event sales not factored into financial projections.
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