Rare opportunity to acquire a freestanding restaurant property with restaurant improvements and assets located in the heart of Julian, California, one of Southern California’s most popular mountain tourism destinations.
Formerly operating as The Julian Grille, this well-known restaurant served both locals and visitors traveling to Julian for its historic charm, apple orchards, boutique lodging, and year-round tourism. The restaurant is currently closed, providing a new owner the opportunity to reopen the restaurant or reposition the property with a new hospitality concept.
The offering includes the real estate, restaurant improvements, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and outdoor dining areas. A Type 47 full liquor license is available separately for purchase for $150,000, offering significant value for operators seeking to run a full-service bar program.
The property features multiple dining environments including indoor dining areas, outdoor patio seating, a beer garden, and lawn seating areas that capture Julian’s scenic mountain setting.
Property Highlights
• Freestanding restaurant building
• Prime Main Street location in downtown Julian
• 1,465 SF building on a 7,710 SF lot
• Seating capacity for 90+ guests
• Outdoor patio and beer garden seating
• Carriage house structure on site
• New Generac backup generator
• Street parking available
• Approximately 60 miles from San Diego
Liquor License Opportunity
A Type 47 Full Liquor License is available separately for $150,000.
This license allows the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits and can significantly enhance the revenue potential of a restaurant concept in Julian’s tourism-driven market.
Location Overview
Julian is a historic mountain town located in the Cuyamaca Mountains of San Diego County and is a major tourism destination for Southern California. The town attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually for its restaurants, apple orchards, seasonal festivals, and scenic mountain environment.
The property sits along Julian’s primary commercial corridor, within walking distance of popular attractions including Julian Pie Company, Julian Beer Company, boutique hotels, shops, and the Julian Visitor Center.
Flexible Hospitality Opportunity
Because the restaurant is currently closed, a buyer has the ability to introduce a new concept such as:
• Farm-to-table restaurant
• Gastropub or craft cocktail bar
• Wine bar or tasting room
• Upscale mountain bistro
• Event-driven restaurant or private dining venue
The property also includes an upstairs area that may be converted to living space, creating an attractive owner-operator or live/work opportunity.
Type 47 Liquor License available separately for $150,000.
Listed by Timothy Whipple (CA DRE#01351310) and Scott Coyle (CA DRE# 02081536) with Sunbelt Network Services, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of California. All listing information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.
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