John's Big Deck Restaurant and Bar
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 2.69 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.
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 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 ~$313K to ~$450K.
- Property’s Strength to Easily Cover Debt and Maximize Returns, Exceptional DCR metrics above 2.69 highlight this asset’s robust ability to comfortably service debt while still delivering impressive, reliable returns.
- Attractive cap rate of ~23.97%, offering compelling ROI
- Immediate buyer equity, with pricing at $1.250M — approximately $111K below 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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