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Globally Inspired Cocktail Bar And Restaurant For Sale

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Asking Price:
$588,000 (CAD)
Sales Revenue:
$1M - $5M (CAD)
Cash Flow:
$250K - $500K (CAD)

A rare opportunity to acquire a stunning turnkey cocktail bar and restaurant in Vancouver's most affluent dining and shopping corridor. Housed in the iconic former Vij's space steps from the Stanley Theatre, this business features a thoughtfully designed interior that blends warmth and energy, attracting a loyal, upscale clientele.

Key Highlights

Prime A-List Location: Situated in the heart of South Granville, surrounded by luxury retail, dense residential, and one of Vancouver's most celebrated cultural landmarks.

Globally Inspired Concept: A refined menu drawing from diverse culinary traditions, paired with a top-tier craft cocktail and mocktail program targeting an affluent, experience-driven demographic.

Flexible Seating: Accommodates 78 guests across a sophisticated interior and licensed patio, expandable to 100 for private events and large group bookings.

Built-In Community Following: A thriving weekly Sunday market has welcomed 50 or more local businesses, establishing the venue as a neighbourhood socializing hub with consistent repeat traffic.

Summer Patio Activation: An approved patio permit allows seasonal expansion, increasing footfall and revenue during peak months.

Turnkey Operation: Fully equipped commercial kitchen, professional service team in place, and a modern build-out ready for seamless transition.

Confidential listing. Further details available upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

Property Information

Real Estate:

Lease

Location:

Located in the heart of South Granville/Vancouver West, this property is a masterpiece of interior design.

Atmosphere: The 2,500+ sq. ft. space features warm wood tones, curved architectural elements, and signature "lush foliage" decor.

Premises Details:

Seating: Versatile layout including intimate bar seating, cozy booths, and communal tables, plus a highly coveted licensed patio for summer months.

Visibility: Massive street-front exposure in an area that enjoys heavy foot traffic 12–15 hours a day from theatre-goers, shoppers, and local residents.

Size in square feet:
2,500

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

Scalable Brand: The "Global Concept" and unique aesthetic are designed for replication. It is perfectly positioned to be the flagship for a boutique franchise or multi-unit group looking to expand into other high-end neighborhoods like Yaletown or Kitsilano.

Extended Service: Currently focuses on evening and late-night; there is immediate potential to introduce a "Global Brunch" on weekends to capture the heavy daytime shopping traffic in the area.

Competition / Market:

The Edge: While South Granville is a dining destination, this business stands out by avoiding "niche" labels. Its "Global" identity allows it to pivot its menu seasonally without losing brand identity—a major advantage over specialized (e.g., strictly Italian or French) competitors.

Social Proof: It has quickly become a "talked-about" venue with strong social media traction and high ratings from local food critics and "Dine Out Vancouver" enthusiasts.

Trading hours:

Generally, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM or Midnight.

Employees:
8-10

Other Information

Support & training:

Duration: Up to 4 weeks of transition support.

Time Commitment: Approximately 20 hours per week.

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