Captain John's Restaurant & Shipwreck Bar
Business for Sale | 6,135 SqFt
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1424 Main Street, Sylvan Beach, NY — Captain John’s Restaurant & Shipwreck Bar - Iconic Main Street Investment Opportunity | Established Business + Apartments | Water Views of Oneida Lake
Step into a rare opportunity to own one of Sylvan Beach’s most beloved and established landmarks — Captain John’s Restaurant & Shipwreck Bar, a family-owned and operated business thriving for over 50 years. This turn-key property is ideally suited for an owner-operator or savvy investor seeking a proven, profitable enterprise in the heart of one of Central New York’s most visited waterfront villages.
The property includes a fully equipped and meticulously maintained bar and restaurant, known for its loyal following and complete with strong financials. Above the restaurant are two well-kept residential apartments, offering additional income or on-site living.
Sitting proudly on a large corner lot with ample parking and water views of Oneida Lake, the building is in exceptional condition inside and out. The versatile layout provides endless potential — continue the legacy of Captain John’s, bring your own restaurant or retail concept, or repurpose the structure and property entirely for a new vision.
Prime Location Highlights:
Located right on the hustle and bustle of Main St!
Just one block from Sylvan Beach’s public beach access.
Tourists and visitors flock to Sylvan Beach each year, drawn by its waterfront charm, entertainment, and family attractions.
Minutes from premier regional destinations including:
The Cove at Sylvan Beach (Oneida Nation’s luxury cottage and marina development)
The Lake House at Sylvan Beach (casino, dining, and event venue)
Sylvan Beach Amusement Park
Turning Stone Resort & Casino (~15 minutes)
Griffiss Business & Technology Park / Airforce Base (~20 minutes)
City of Utica (~25 minutes)
Proposed Site of the NEW Chobani Dairy Processing Facility (~20 minutes)
Gateway to the Adirondacks for year-round recreation
This property combines the best of both worlds — a proven, profitable business and exceptional real estate value in one of Central New York’s fastest-growing leisure markets.
Whether you are looking to carry on a half-century legacy or create something entirely new, 1424 Main Street offers unmatched potential in an unbeatable location.
Investment highlights
Iconic Sylvan Beach landmark – Captain John’s Bar & Restaurant, family-owned and operated for over 50 years with strong financials.
Turn-key opportunity featuring a fully equipped restaurant and two apartments upstairs.
Prime corner lot on Main Street with water views of Oneida Lake, ample parking, and public beach access just one block away.
High-traffic tourism location attracting over many annual visitors, surrounded by The Cove, The Lake House, and the Amusement Park.
Exceptional investment or owner-operator potential, with proximity to Turning Stone, Griffiss Business Park, Utica, and the Adirondacks.
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