What should I look for when leasing a restaurant in Los Angeles?

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I'm exploring lease opportunities in Los Angeles and want to avoid common pitfalls. Brokers like Alex Rusu at Legacy Commercial Real Estate list many properties here — what due diligence steps matter most for restaurant tenants?

UrbanOperator331 · Answer

Power, make-up air, and whether a Type I hood already exists. Los Angeles second generation space is worth more when those three are already in the room.

HiddenLandlord615 · Answer

And the grease interceptor. Health will not care that the dining room photographs well.

CuriousAdvisor173 · Answer

Read the hours clause. Some Westside landlords cap late night even when the use says restaurant.

What should I look for when leasing a restaurant in Los Angeles?

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