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Restaurants for Lease in Grand Rapids
5 properties for lease
New
Full Restaurant
For Lease
$12/SF/yr
Est. $2,690/mo all-in · 2,690 SF
4615 14 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341, USA2,690 sq ft
- Parking
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
Fast Casual
3 photos
For Lease
$4,085/moNNN
Est. $4,085/mo all-in · 3,268 SF
2452 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544, USA3,268 sq ft
Full Restaurant
13 photos
For Lease
$2.33/SF/moNNN
Est. $9,804/mo all-in · 3,183 SF
701 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA3,183 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
Bar Lounge
For Lease
$4,417.73/moNNN
Est. $6,802/mo all-in · 3,546 SF
136 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA3,546 sq ft
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
- Full Liquor Permit
Drive Thru
4 photos
For Lease
$6,313/moNNN
Est. $6,313/mo all-in · 2,811 SF
4584 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, MI 49418, USA2,811 sq ft
- Parking
- Drive-Thru
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
5 properties for lease
New
Full Restaurant
For Lease
$12/SF/yr
Est. $2,690/mo all-in · 2,690 SF
4615 14 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI 49341, USA2,690 sq ft
- Parking
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
- Hood: Type 1
Fast Casual
3 photos
For Lease
$4,085/moNNN
Est. $4,085/mo all-in · 3,268 SF
2452 Alpine Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544, USA3,268 sq ft
Full Restaurant
13 photos
For Lease
$2.33/SF/moNNN
Est. $9,804/mo all-in · 3,183 SF
701 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA3,183 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Walk-In Cooler
- Turnkey
- Grease Trap
Bar Lounge
For Lease
$4,417.73/moNNN
Est. $6,802/mo all-in · 3,546 SF
136 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA3,546 sq ft
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
- Full Liquor Permit
Drive Thru
4 photos
For Lease
$6,313/moNNN
Est. $6,313/mo all-in · 2,811 SF
4584 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, MI 49418, USA2,811 sq ft
- Parking
- Drive-Thru
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
Market Context
Grand Rapids Restaurant Market at a Glance
Key figures tenants and landlords need to understand the Grand Rapids restaurant lease market.
Grand Rapids has emerged as one of the most respected food and brewery cities in the Midwest, with destinations spanning Downtown, Heritage Hill, East Hills, Wealthy Street, and Eastown.
Grand Rapids combines steady employment from healthcare, manufacturing, and education with a deeply respected craft beverage and food culture. Prime locations downtown and along Wealthy Street command $24 to $32 per square foot annually. Surrounding districts typically range from $20 to $28.
Popular Markets
Explore Other Restaurant Markets
Grand Rapids restaurant opportunities span several distinct neighbourhoods, each with different entry costs, demographics, and tenant demand.
- Downtown Grand Rapids (Prime District): The walkable urban core anchored by Monroe Avenue, the Van Andel Arena, and growing mixed use development. Prime lease rates from $24 to $32 per square foot annually.
- Heritage Hill & East Hills (Established Market): Walkable historic neighbourhoods with strong restaurant inventory and a creative class customer base. East Hills along Cherry Street and Wealthy Street anchors a particularly strong food scene.
- Wealthy Street Corridor (Growing Corridor): The center of Grand Rapids' restaurant renaissance with significant independent restaurant inventory and a loyal local customer base.
- Eastown & Uptown (Emerging Area): Established walkable neighbourhoods with growing restaurant inventory and strong demographics.
Tenant Guide
How to Lease or Rent Restaurant Space in Grand Rapids
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 Grand Rapids
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.
Restaurant Specific Listing Fields
Hood systems, grease traps, walk-in coolers, permits, alcohol licenses, seating capacity, patio availability. The details that drive restaurant lease decisions are in every listing.
Location Intelligence
Cuisine gap analysis, foot traffic demand, and competitive landscape data for Grand Rapids neighbourhoods. Make a more informed lease decision before committing.
Confidential Listings Available
Some of the best Grand Rapids restaurant opportunities are listed confidentially. Pepperlot gives you access to off-market deals not available on general platforms.
Platform
How to lease a Restaurant in Grand Rapids
What to expect when acquiring a restaurant through Pepperlot in Grand Rapids.
Review Available Spaces
Listings provide an overview of the restaurant space in Grand Rapids, including infrastructure, lease terms, and location context.
Understand the Lease Structure
Lease terms may include second-generation infrastructure, turnkey arrangements, or vanilla shell spaces depending on the listing.
Access the Active Listing
Once published, the opportunity becomes visible to operators searching for restaurant space for lease in Grand Rapids, including independent restaurateurs, multi-unit groups, and brokers.
Evaluate the Lease Structure
Grand Rapids lease rates typically range from $22 to $32 per square foot annually depending on neighbourhood and location. Confirm the remaining lease term, renewal options, CAM charges, and any operational requirements. Personal guarantees are standard in commercial leases.
About PepperLot
Built for Restaurant Space Search in Grand Rapids
PepperLot organizes restaurant space searches around the details tenants need in Grand Rapids: build-out condition, hood, grease trap, seating, rent structure, and permit context.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to lease a restaurant in Grand Rapids?
Prime locations downtown and along Wealthy Street command $24 to $32 per square foot annually. Surrounding districts typically range from $20 to $28. Each structure carries different risk and entry cost profiles. Prime locations command the highest lease rates while secondary neighbourhoods offer lower entry costs.
What are restaurant lease rates in Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids restaurant lease rates vary significantly by neighbourhood. Prime locations average $28 to $32 per square foot annually. Secondary neighbourhoods and commercial corridors typically range from $22 to $27 per square foot annually.
What types of restaurant transactions are listed in Grand Rapids?
Pepperlot lists leases, second-generation leases, and property leases across Grand Rapids. second-generation leases transfer equipment and lease only, keeping the landlord's liabilities out of the transaction. leases include the full operation, brand, permits, and staff. Property leases are outright real estate leases with existing restaurant infrastructure in place.
Where are the best neighbourhoods to lease a restaurant in Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids restaurant opportunities span several distinct neighbourhoods, each with different entry costs and customer demographics. The most active markets typically combine strong daypart demand with year round traffic. Browse listings by neighbourhood to find a fit for your concept.
Can I list a restaurant for lease in Grand Rapids on Pepperlot?
Yes. Listing on Pepperlot is free. Create a restaurant specific listing with details like hood systems, seating, permits, and lease terms, and your space is in front of tenants the same day. Confidential listing options are also available.