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Restaurants for Lease in Arizona
Review restaurant spaces for lease, second-generation build-outs, assignments, and subleases in Arizona.
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Restaurants for Lease in Arizona
Restaurant spaces, subleases, and second-generation lease opportunities nearby.
Ghost Kitchen
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For Lease
$2.5/sq ft$786.24/mo
NNN LeaseLong Term
2030 E Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283, USA1,512 sq ft
- Parking
- Shell Space
Fast Casual
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For Lease
$3.25/sq ft$1,500/mo
NNN LeaseLong Term
2030 E Elliot Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283, USA2,000 sq ft
- Parking
- Shell Space
- Warm Shell
- Grease Trap
Drive Thru
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For Lease
$5 - $5.4/sq ft$2,174.4/mo
NNN LeaseLong Term
6960 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85710, USA2,400 sq ft
- Parking
- Drive-Thru
- Immediate Move-In
- Grease Trap
Full Restaurant
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For Lease
NNN LeaseLong Term
7301 E Butherus Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, USA9,200 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
- Immediate Move-In
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Fast Casual
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For Lease
$1/sq ft$37.5/mo
NNN LeaseLong Term
601 E Bell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85022, USA1,000 sq ft
Full Restaurant
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For Lease
NNN LeaseLong Term
13426 N Litchfield Rd, Surprise, AZ 85379, USA3,269 sq ft
Shell Space
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For Lease
NNN LeaseNegotiable
455 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA1,025-33,478 sq ft
Full Restaurant
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For Lease
NNN LeaseLong Term
1958 S Greenfield Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206, USA5,040 sq ft
Market Context
Restaurants for Lease
Arizona offers a wide range of restaurant lease opportunities including second-generation spaces, lease assignments, and subleases.
Lease rates range from $15 to $60 per square foot annually depending on market, with most leases structured as NNN.
Popular Markets
Explore Restaurant Lease Opportunities across Arizona
Restaurant lease opportunities exist across Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson, Mesa, and suburban growth markets.
- Scottsdale and Camelback Corridor represent the highest lease rates
- Tucson offers lower-cost entry with strong food culture
- Mesa and suburban Phoenix provide accessible lease structures
- Second-generation spaces reduce build-out costs significantly
Tenant Guide
How to Lease Restaurant Space in Arizona
Review the lease path
Ask whether the opportunity is a direct lease, assignment, sublease, or turnkey build-out with existing restaurant infrastructure.
Check approvals
Confirm landlord consent, use approvals, health permits, alcohol licensing, signage, and local inspections for the address.
Model opening costs
Compare base rent, NNN, tenant improvements, equipment needs, deposits, and permit costs before submitting an offer.
For Owners & Brokers
Why Arizona Restaurant Leases Perform Well on Pepperlot
Pepperlot is built specifically for restaurant transactions, making it an ideal platform for Arizona's leasing environment.
Market-Focused Tenant Reach
Listings reach operators and brokers actively browsing restaurant spaces, ensuring inquiries come from users with real intent.
Controlled Listing Visibility
Confidential listing options allow property details to be shared without unnecessary public exposure, structured around restaurant-specific requirements.
Restaurant-Only Search Environment
Pepperlot is built exclusively for food-service properties, keeping inquiries focused and relevant.
Direct Marketing To Restaurant Operators
Through precision digital marketing and specialized restaurant industry networks, Pepperlot promotes your listing to decision-makers actively seeking food-ready spaces.
Platform
Step-by-Step Process to Lease in Arizona
Submit Space Information
Provide square footage, prior restaurant use, equipment details, and permitted concepts for your Arizona space.
Listing Activation
Once approved, the space becomes visible to operators and brokers evaluating Arizona lease opportunities.
Tenant Inquiries
Receive direct inquiries through Pepperlot's secure messaging system.
Lease Execution
Lease negotiations and agreements are handled directly between landlords and tenants.
About PepperLot
Built for Restaurant Space Search in Arizona
PepperLot organizes restaurant space searches around the details tenants need in Arizona: build-out condition, hood, grease trap, seating, rent structure, and permit context.
Our Team
Restaurant Leasing Focus
Our team focuses on restaurant real estate so tenants, landlords, and brokers can compare restaurant space opportunities without general commercial listing noise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to lease a restaurant in Arizona?
Arizona restaurant lease rates range from $15–$60 per square foot annually depending on submarket. Most leases are triple net (NNN) with the tenant covering taxes, insurance, and CAM on top of base rent.
Is there second-generation restaurant space available in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona has strong availability of second-generation restaurant space. Leasing a previously operated location with hood, grease, walk-in, and plumbing in place can save $100,000 to $500,000 versus building out raw retail and dramatically shorten time to opening.
What types of restaurant lease transactions are listed in Arizona?
Pepperlot lists direct leases, lease assignments, and subleases. Direct leases are landlord-to-tenant agreements. Lease assignments transfer an existing lease and built-out space. Subleases are flexible arrangements within an existing operation.
How long does it take to lease a restaurant space in Arizona?
A direct lease typically takes 30 to 90 days from LOI to signed lease. Lease assignments can move faster when the landlord pre-approves the assignment. Arizona DLLC and county health permitting can extend the full timeline to opening by another 60 to 90 days.
Can I list a restaurant for lease in Arizona on Pepperlot?
Yes. Listing on Pepperlot is free. Confidential options are available for landlords looking to replace a tenant discreetly.