Humboldt Park Second-Generation Corner Restaurant Opportunity

For Lease

1001 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

You can currently find 1 retail space(s) available for lease at Humboldt Park Second-Generation Corner Restaurant Opportunity. Designated use type for space listed here includes restaurant. Current retail listings at this property total 2,200 square feet. Lease type options include Modified Gross. Expand the listing and property details below for additional information on leasing opportunities at Humboldt Park Second-Generation Corner Restaurant Opportunity.

Space Available For Lease 1

Contacts

Marcus Sullivan

SVN | Chicago Commercial

Property Details

  • Property Type Retail - Restaurant
  • Property Size 10,416 SF
  • Units 13
  • Lot Size 0.09 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Year Built 1899
  • Year Renovated 2021
  • Date Updated Sep 19, 2026
Located on Chicago's vibrant West Side, Humboldt Park is one of the city's most dynamic and culturally rich neighborhoods. Known for its strong Puerto Rican heritage, thriving arts scene, and historic namesake park, the area continues to attract a diverse mix of longtime residents, young professionals, and entrepreneurs. With increasing investment, a growing dining and nightlife scene, and excellent accessibility to surrounding neighborhoods including Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Ukrainian Village, Humboldt Park offers an exceptional opportunity for a second-generation restaurant concept to capitalize on an established customer base and strong neighborhood momentum.Position your concept in one of Chicago's most vibrant and evolving neighborhoods with this exceptional 2,200-square-foot second-generation restaurant located on a highly visible corner in Humboldt Park. Fully built out and ready for its next operator, this turnkey space offers an outstanding opportunity to minimize startup costs and accelerate opening timelines. The restaurant features a spacious, open dining room anchored by a large, well-appointed bar, creating an inviting atmosphere for both casual dining and lively evening service. A fully built-out commercial kitchen is already in place, providing the infrastructure needed for a wide range of food and beverage concepts. In addition to the main dining level, the property includes lower-level space dedicated to refrigeration and storage, offering valuable back-of-house support and operational efficiency. A standout feature of the property is its prominent sidewalk café seating, providing excellent street presence, increased dining capacity, and an engaging outdoor experience that capitalizes on the neighborhood's strong pedestrian activity. Situated in the heart of Humboldt Park, the location benefits from a diverse and growing customer base, a thriving restaurant and nightlife scene, and convenient access to nearby Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Ukrainian Village. This is a rare opportunity to lease a fully built-out restaurant in one of Chicago's most energetic and culturally rich neighborhoods.
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Highlights

  • Additional lower-level space for refrigeration, storage, and back-of-house operations
  • Convenient access to Wicker Park, Logan Square, Ukrainian Village, and surrounding neighborhoods
  • Excellent visibility with strong pedestrian and vehicular traffic
  • Fully equipped commercial kitchen with hood, cooking line, and infrastructure in place
  • Ideal for a wide variety of restaurant, bar, caf, or hospitality concepts
  • Located in one of Chicago's fastest-growing dining and entertainment districts
  • Opportunity to significantly reduce startup costs and shorten time to opening with existing restaurant improvements
  • Prominent sidewalk caf seating offering exceptional street presence and additional dining capacity
  • Spacious open dining room with a large, well-appointed bar
  • Turnkey opportunity with existing restaurant build-out

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  • 69/100

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  • 90/100

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Location

  • City Chicago, IL
  • Neighborhood Humboldt Park
  • Zip Code 60622
  • Market Chicago

Points of Interest

  • Kedzie

    1.16 miles

  • California

    1.56 miles

  • Uber Tent

    1.77 miles

  • Logan Square

    2.29 miles

  • Morgan

    2.51 miles

  • Grand

    2.57 miles

  • UIC-Halsted (Morgan Street)

    2.84 miles

  • Belmont

    2.86 miles

  • UIC-Halsted (Peoria Street)

    2.93 miles

  • Clinton

    3.00 miles

  • Mobil

    0.22 miles

  • BP

    0.47 miles

  • Shell

    0.55 miles

  • Citgo

    0.94 miles

  • SNK Fuels

    1.10 miles

  • Tesla Destination Charger

    2.04 miles

  • ChargePoint

    2.04 miles

  • eVgo

    2.40 miles

  • Electrify America

    2.57 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    2.63 miles

  • 1628 W Division

    1.45 miles

  • Bus Parking

    1.60 miles

  • Club/Premium

    1.63 miles

  • f

    1.63 miles

  • G

    1.65 miles

  • A

    1.67 miles

  • C Suites

    1.68 miles

  • Disabled

    1.69 miles

  • Liberty Bank Customer Parking

    1.72 miles

  • Lucy’s Fried Chicken & Burgers

    0.08 miles

  • Diana’s Food & Restaurant

    0.16 miles

  • Flying Saucer

    0.17 miles

  • Bullhead Cantina

    0.20 miles

  • Heritage Restaurant and Caviar Bar

    0.26 miles

  • La Bruquena

    0.27 miles

  • Feed

    0.27 miles

  • Lola's Coney Island

    0.28 miles

  • Yoli's Tacos

    0.30 miles

  • Taco el Jalisciense

    0.31 miles

  • Municipal Market

    0.34 miles

  • ALDI

    0.63 miles

  • Cermak Produce

    0.73 miles

  • LCM Dollar

    0.74 miles

  • Mariano's Fresh Market

    0.97 miles

  • Central Park Fresh Market

    0.97 miles

  • Kling Bros Insurance

    1.12 miles

  • FoodSmart

    1.24 miles

  • Target

    1.41 miles

  • Pete's Market

    1.44 miles

1001 N California Ave Listing Brief

  • A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.

    1001 N California Ave is located in Humboldt Park, which is home to a total of 6 listing(s). Retail space at Humboldt Park Second-Generation Corner Restaurant Opportunity asks $8,700.00/MO per square foot.

  • The property includes 2,200 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 2,200 square feet are Restaurant.

    Lease agreement conditions for the availability at this property include Modified Gross.

    For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.

  • You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.

    1001 N California Ave was last renovated in 2021.

    Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Humboldt Park is 33. The average household income here is $107,060 per year.

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