1056 Busse Hwy
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Ice Cream Shop & Burger Joint · Retail Property For Sale

A popular well-established independent ice cream shop and burger joint located on a main thoroughfare in an affluent northwest suburb. Serving ice cream, cones, shakes, banana splits, parfaits, sundaes, frostbites and funnel cakes along with hot dogs, polish sausage, burgers, chicken, salads, sides, plus cold and frozen drinks. Simple operation - counter service. Turnkey. Independent, no royalty, advertising or transfer fees. Family owned and operated. A charming place with an old school vibe. Expansive windows with lots of natural light. Seating both inside and outside. Nice size parking lot. Large kitchen with a 10' exhaust hood and a fully equipped kitchen line. Great point of entry into the ice cream/fast-food restaurant business. Keep the current concept or make it your own! Year Established: 1990 (Current Owners 2011) Property: Freestanding building with 3 PIN numbers located on .18 acre. Property taxes $12,000/year. Square Feet: 700 Seating: 11 Inside & 24 Outside Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Th 11a-8p, Fr-Sa 11a-9p, Su 12n-8p (Closed In The Winter) # Of Employees: 4 Part-Time Training: Two weeks on-site comprehensive training. Value Of FF&E: Included in Asking Price Seller Financing: No Reason For Selling: Retiring. Competition/Market: Delicious frozen treats and fast food. Best ice cream and burgers in the area. Amazing fries. Neighborhood gem. The quintessential ice cream shop and burger joint. No other location nearby offering the same old fashion feel and family friendly service. Current owners have done well at this location. Growth & Expansion: The go-to spot for ice cream after school, games, events, the ice arena and also for a quick bite to eat. Local favorite. Community gathering place. Highly rated and recommended - loyal following. A solid customer base to continue to build upon. Potential to further expand the business with additional marketing and advertising, plus offering some delivery service. As well as opening all year long.