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Scottsdale
Restaurants for Lease in Scottsdale
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Restaurants for Lease in Scottsdale
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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
Drive Thru
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For Lease
$4.6/sq ft
NNN LeaseNegotiable
2939 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016, USA2,520 sq ft
- Drive-Thru
Nearby Inventory
None in Scottsdale yet, here are 6 within 30 miles
Expanded-radius restaurant spaces for lease you can explore while waiting for new listings in Scottsdale.
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
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
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Market Context
Restaurants for Lease
Scottsdale commands the highest restaurant lease rates in Arizona due to premium demographics and strong tourism demand.
Lease rates range from $36 to $72 per square foot annually, with most leases structured as NNN and typical terms between 5 to 10 years.
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Nearby Markets
Scottsdale lease opportunities are concentrated in high-demand premium submarkets.
- Old Town Scottsdale offers the highest demand with nightlife and tourism traffic
- Kierland and Scottsdale Quarter provide premium lifestyle center leasing
- Scottsdale Waterfront benefits from resort and convention demand
- North Scottsdale offers suburban options with slightly lower lease rates
Tenant Guide
How to Lease Restaurant Space in Scottsdale
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Model opening costs
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Why Scottsdale Restaurant Leases Perform Well on Pepperlot
Pepperlot is built specifically for restaurant transactions, making it an ideal platform for Scottsdale'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.
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Step-by-Step Process to Lease in Scottsdale
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Provide square footage, prior restaurant use, equipment details, and permitted concepts for your Scottsdale space.
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Once approved, the space becomes visible to operators and brokers evaluating Scottsdale lease opportunities.
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Lease Execution
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Built for Restaurant Space Search in Scottsdale
PepperLot organizes restaurant space searches around the details tenants need in Scottsdale: build-out condition, hood, grease trap, seating, rent structure, and permit context.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to lease a restaurant in scottsdale?
scottsdale restaurant lease rates range from $36–$72 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 scottsdale?
Yes. scottsdale has strong availability of second-generation restaurant space. Leasing a previously operated location with hood, grease, walk-in, and plumbing in place can save $150,000 to $500,000 versus building out raw retail and dramatically shorten time to opening.
What types of restaurant lease transactions are listed in scottsdale?
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 scottsdale?
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 scottsdale on Pepperlot?
Yes. Listing on Pepperlot is free. Confidential options are available for landlords looking to replace a tenant discreetly.