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Restaurants for Lease in Lakewood
5 properties for lease
Full Restaurant
7 photos
For Lease
$11,998.47/yrNNN
9701 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, USA3,708 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Parking
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
For Lease
Contact for rate
14035 W Colfax Dr, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA7,636 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Bar Area
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
Fast Casual
4 photos
For Lease
$2.92/SF/moNNN
Est. $8,910/mo all-in · 2,200 SF
2058 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80210, USA2,200 sq ft
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
Full Restaurant
15 photos
For Lease
$15,000/moNNN
Est. $15,000/mo all-in · 12,000 SF
2403 Champa St, Denver, CO 80205, USA12,000 sq ft
- Turnkey
- Immediate Move-In
- Fully Furnished
Full Restaurant
5 photos
For Lease
$2.67/SF/moNNN
Est. $12,474/mo all-in · 2,336 SF
1000 S Colorado Blvd, Glendale, CO 80246, USA2,336 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Parking
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
5 properties for lease
Full Restaurant
7 photos
For Lease
$11,998.47/yrNNN
9701 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, USA3,708 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Parking
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant
For Lease
Contact for rate
14035 W Colfax Dr, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA7,636 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Bar Area
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
Fast Casual
4 photos
For Lease
$2.92/SF/moNNN
Est. $8,910/mo all-in · 2,200 SF
2058 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80210, USA2,200 sq ft
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
Full Restaurant
15 photos
For Lease
$15,000/moNNN
Est. $15,000/mo all-in · 12,000 SF
2403 Champa St, Denver, CO 80205, USA12,000 sq ft
- Turnkey
- Immediate Move-In
- Fully Furnished
Full Restaurant
5 photos
For Lease
$2.67/SF/moNNN
Est. $12,474/mo all-in · 2,336 SF
1000 S Colorado Blvd, Glendale, CO 80246, USA2,336 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Parking
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
Market Context
Lakewood Restaurant Lease Market at a Glance
Key figures operators and lessees need to understand the Lakewood restaurant market.
Lakewood's restaurant leasing market combines strong suburban demographics with one of the more dynamic urban-style retail districts in the Denver metro. Belmar's open-air mixed-use format produces some of the strongest restaurant traffic outside central Denver, while the Wadsworth and Union Boulevard corridors deliver consistent neighbourhood-driven demand.
Lease rates range from $20 to $36 per square foot annually. Belmar commands $28 to $36 with strong pedestrian and event-driven traffic. Union Boulevard and Colorado Mills adjacent locations range from $24 to $32. Wadsworth and West Colfax suburban retail centers typically range from $22 to $30. Older retail corridors deliver second-generation space between $20 and $26.
Second-generation restaurant infrastructure is broadly available in Lakewood. Operating hood systems, grease traps, and walk-in coolers already in place can save $150,000 to $300,000 in build-out cost. Tenant improvement allowances of $20 to $50 per square foot are common for established concepts and longer terms.
Popular Markets
Explore Other Restaurant Markets
Lakewood restaurant opportunities span four distinct submarkets, each with different entry costs, demographics, and operator demand.
- Belmar (Premium District): Lakewood's premier mixed-use district and the city's highest-revenue restaurant area. Open-air retail format with strong pedestrian and event-driven traffic. Lease rates run $28 to $36 per square foot annually.
- Union Boulevard & Colorado Mills (Suburban Volume): Major retail corridors anchored by Colorado Mills Mall and significant employer presence. Strong daytime traffic and consistent suburban demand. Lease rates range from $24 to $32 per square foot annually.
- Wadsworth Boulevard (Neighbourhood Core): Lakewood's main north-south arterial with consistent neighbourhood-driven demand and a deep base of established restaurants. Strong fit for casual dining, fast casual, and ethnic cuisine concepts. Lease rates run $22 to $30 per square foot annually.
- West Colfax (Value Market): Older retail corridor along Colfax Avenue with the most accessible lease rates and acquisition costs in the city. Strong opportunity for value-driven concepts at lease rates between $20 and $26.
Tenant Guide
How to Lease or Rent Restaurant Space in Lakewood
Review the lease path
Ask whether the rentable 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 Use Pepperlot to Find Restaurants for Lease in Lakewood
Built exclusively for restaurant real estate. Not a general commercial platform with a restaurant filter.
Restaurant Only Listings
Every listing on Pepperlot is a restaurant or F&B space. No warehouses, offices, or unrelated commercial properties diluting your search for the right lease.
Restaurant Specific Lease Details
Hood capacity, grease infrastructure, walk-in coolers, electrical service, patio rights, and venting paths. The details that matter for restaurant operators are documented on every listing.
Second Generation Inventory
Pepperlot specifically surfaces second-generation restaurant spaces with existing infrastructure that can save $150,000 to $400,000 in build-out cost and accelerate your opening timeline.
Direct Landlord and Broker Contact
Pepperlot connects operators directly with landlords and brokers. No unnecessary intermediaries between you and the people who can actually negotiate the lease.
Platform
How to Lease a Restaurant Space in Lakewood
What to expect when leasing a restaurant space through Pepperlot anywhere in Lakewood.
Browse Active Restaurant Spaces
Filter Lakewood lease listings by size, base rent, NNN charges, and specific features like hood systems, grease traps, patio rights, and existing build-out condition. Every listing includes the operational details that matter for restaurant operators.
Verify Build-Out Condition
Confirm what existing infrastructure is in place. Operating hood systems, grease traps, walk-in coolers, and adequate electrical service can eliminate $150,000 to $400,000 in build-out cost compared to vanilla shell space.
Contact the Landlord or Broker Directly
Each listing displays the landlord or broker's contact details. Reach out directly to schedule a tour. Bring an experienced restaurant build-out contractor or consultant on the second visit to evaluate hood capacity, grease infrastructure, and utility service relative to your concept.
Negotiate Lease Terms Carefully
Confirm base rent, NNN structure, escalation clauses, tenant improvement allowance, free rent, exclusive use provisions, and assignment rights. Personal guarantees are standard in Colorado commercial leases. Get an experienced restaurant attorney to review before signing.
About PepperLot
Built for Restaurant Space Search in Lakewood
PepperLot organizes restaurant space searches around the details tenants need in Lakewood: build-out condition, hood, grease trap, seating, rent structure, and permit context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are restaurant lease rates in Lakewood?
Lakewood restaurant lease rates range from $20 to $36 per square foot annually. Belmar commands $28 to $36. Union Boulevard and Colorado Mills range from $24 to $32. Wadsworth runs $22 to $30. West Colfax ranges from $20 to $26.
What is a second-generation restaurant space in Lakewood?
A second-generation restaurant space is one previously operated as a restaurant with infrastructure like hood systems, grease traps, and walk-in coolers already in place. In Lakewood these typically command a 10 to 20 percent rent premium but save $150,000 to $400,000 in build-out cost and 4 to 8 months of permitting time.
What types of restaurant lease listings are available in Lakewood?
Pepperlot lists second-generation restaurant spaces, turnkey lease arrangements, ghost kitchen suites, and vanilla shell build-outs across Lakewood. Each listing documents the existing infrastructure, hood capacity, base rent, and NNN structure so operators can underwrite quickly.
Which Lakewood neighbourhoods have the most restaurants for lease?
Pepperlot listings span every Lakewood submarket. The strongest lease activity is concentrated in the neighbourhoods detailed in the Key Markets section above, with consistent inventory across primary, secondary, and growth corridors.
Can I list a restaurant space for lease in Lakewood on Pepperlot?
Yes. Listing on Pepperlot is free for landlords and brokers. Create a restaurant specific listing with details like hood capacity, grease trap status, electrical service, patio rights, and lease terms, and your space is in front of operators the same day.