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New
Full Restaurant
For Lease
Contact for price
801 S Main St, Keller, TX 76248, USA4,500 sq ft
- Parking
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
New
Other
For Lease
$38/sq ft
NNN LeaseNegotiable
859 State Hwy 121, Lewisville, TX 75067, USA2,330 sq ft
- Second Gen Kitchen
Non Hooded
For Lease
$4.42/sq ft$559.81/mo
NNN LeaseLong Term
3021 S University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76109, USA1,513 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- 3-Comp Sink
Non Hooded
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For Lease
NNN LeaseLong Term
9101 Blvd 26, North Richland Hills, TX 76180, USA1,574 sq ft
- Parking
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
2 photos
For Lease
NNN LeaseLong Term
9101 Blvd 26, North Richland Hills, TX 76180, USA3,600 sq ft
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
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Market Context
Restaurants for Lease
Arlington sits at the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and benefits from one of the most distinctive entertainment economies in Texas. AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, and Six Flags drive consistent visitor traffic, while a growing residential population supports neighbourhood-level demand. Lease rates remain meaningfully below Dallas while still drawing from the same metroplex demand.
Lease rates in Arlington vary substantially by submarket. Prime corridors command $26 to $42 per square foot annually. Secondary submarkets typically range from $18 to $28 per square foot. Second-generation restaurant spaces — already permitted, hooded, and trapped — substantially reduce build-out cost and time to open, which is why they tend to lease quickly when priced appropriately.
Most Arlington restaurant leases are NNN structures and run 5 to 10 years with one or two renewal options. Personal guarantees are standard. Tenant improvement allowances are often available on second-generation spaces, especially when the landlord is replacing a struggling tenant. Operators planning to serve alcohol should factor in TABC license transfer or new application timelines when negotiating possession dates.
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Nearby Markets
Arlington's restaurant lease activity clusters around four distinct submarkets, each with different rates, demand, and typical lease terms.
- The submarket surrounding AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field draws major event-driven traffic. Lease rates range from $32 to $42 per square foot. Strong fit for high-volume sports bars, full-service casual concepts, and quick-service brands.
- A walkable downtown anchored by the University of Texas at Arlington. Lease rates run $24 to $36 per square foot. Strong fit for student-friendly casual concepts, coffee programs, and bar-and-food formats.
- Established residential submarkets with consistent demand for casual and family-oriented dining. Lease rates range from $22 to $32 per square foot. Particularly strong for full-service casual brands and family-driven concepts.
- Heavy commuter and shopping traffic with strong demand for quick-service and fast-casual formats. Lease rates run $20 to $32 per square foot. Strong fit for drive-thru concepts and end-cap retail formats.
- Pepperlot lists every form of restaurant lease arrangement across Arlington. Each carries a different cost, commitment, and risk profile.
Tenant Guide
How to Lease Restaurant Space in Arlington
Review the lease path
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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 Arlington Restaurant Leases Perform Well on Pepperlot
Pepperlot is built specifically for restaurant transactions, making it an ideal platform for Arlington's market.
Market-Focused Audience
Listings reach operators and brokers actively browsing restaurant spaces in Arlington, 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 Arlington listing to decision-makers actively seeking spaces.
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Step-by-Step Process to Lease in Arlington
Submit Space Information
Provide square footage, prior restaurant use, equipment details, and permitted concepts for your Arlington space.
Listing Activation
Once approved, the space becomes visible to operators and brokers evaluating Arlington lease opportunities.
Tenant Inquiries
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Lease Execution
Lease negotiations and agreements are handled directly between landlords and tenants.
About PepperLot
Built for Restaurant Space Search in Arlington
PepperLot organizes restaurant space searches around the details tenants need in Arlington: build-out condition, hood, grease trap, seating, rent structure, and permit context.
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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 Arlington?
Arlington restaurant lease costs depend on submarket. Prime corridors average $26 to $42 per square foot annually. Secondary submarkets typically range from $18 to $28 per square foot. Monthly rents on second-generation spaces in Arlington start from around $2,800.
What lease terms are typical for Arlington restaurants?
Arlington restaurant leases typically run 5 to 10 years with one or two renewal options. Most are NNN structures, meaning the tenant pays base rent plus property taxes, insurance, and CAM charges. Personal guarantees are standard, percentage rent clauses are common in higher-traffic centres, and tenant improvement allowances are often negotiable on second-generation spaces.
What types of restaurant lease arrangements are available in Arlington?
Pepperlot lists direct leases, lease assignments, and subleases across Arlington. Direct leases are signed straight with the landlord. Lease assignments transfer an existing tenant's lease and built-out space to a new operator. Subleases let an operator share space with the existing tenant, often used by pop-ups, ghost kitchens, and expanding brands.
Which Arlington neighbourhoods have the most restaurants for lease?
The most active restaurant lease submarkets in Arlington are Entertainment District, Downtown Arlington, and South Arlington & Lincoln Square. Each carries different rates, demand profiles, and typical lease terms.