5740 Wayside offers an outstanding opportunity to lease a fully built-out 2nd generation restaurant space with a drive-thru. The property is equipped with a 12-foot hood vent, triple-compartment sink, and mop sink, making it kitchen-ready for immediate use. Inside, there is a cozy dining/lounge area, complemented by an outdoor deck that provides additional seating capacity. The large drive/parking area would make a great ghost kitchen to supply food trucks, etc. It was previously used in this manner. Several food trucks could be parked and with multiple exits and entrances it makes this property ideal for food preparation and food truck readiness.
The drive-thru is designed for efficiency with pull-up windows and additional walk-up windows, allowing for multiple ordering options. The site also benefits from multiple ingress and egress points, ensuring smooth accessibility for customers.
Located on South Wayside, a heavily traveled corridor with nearly 8,000 cars per day at the Wayside/Midville intersection (CoStar, 2025), the property enjoys strong visibility and traffic counts.
Ideal uses include fast-service restaurant concepts such as BBQ, burgers, chicken, or pizza, but the layout also lends itself perfectly to a drive-thru liquor store, tobacco shop, or other quick-service retail operation. With its affordable lease rate and versatile setup, the possibilities for this unique property are endless.
