Turn-Key Restaurant in Lexington, KY

535 S Upper St, Lexington, KY 40508

  • For Lease $28.00/SF/YR
  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 2,668 SF
  • Year Built 2007
  • Date Updated Feb 12, 2025
Lexington, Kentucky has been rated as one of America's premier cities by some of the most noted and revered industry standard-bearers, such as Forbes magazine, the U.S. Census Bureau, Cognetics consulting group, Dun & Bradstreet, Ladies Home Journal, and Places Rated Almanac - just to name a few. Most people think of rolling countryside with stone fences, great basketball action, horse farms, Thoroughbred racing at Keeneland, a diverse economy, and outstanding schools, colleges and universities. Our community ranks high in quality of life factors, such as health care, public safety, educational attainment, and quality family living. The area also measures high among the best places for business location, creativity, entrepreneurial growth, and career relocation. Residents of competing cities view Lexington as a beautiful place, with great schools, an innovative health care system, a strong economy, and mountains of potential.SVN Stone Commercial Real Estate is pleased to offer a fully equipped restaurant space for lease in one of Lexington’s most vibrant dining and entertainment corridors. Located at 535 S Upper, this turn-key opportunity sits on the doorstep of the University of Kentucky’s campus, benefiting from high foot traffic and a built-in customer base of students, faculty, and local patrons. The former Bandido space is well-appointed with an existing hood system, kitchen equipment, fixtures, furniture, and a security system, allowing for a seamless transition for an established or growing restaurant concept. On-site parking adds to the convenience—an asset in this sought-after area. For additional information, please contact Weston Lockhart at [email protected] // 859-317-3538 or Nathan Dilly at [email protected] // 859-420-5492.
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Highlights

  • Turn-key restaurant with existing equipment and fixtures
  • High-foot-traffic location near University of Kentucky
  • Surrounded by top dining and retail destinations
  • On-site parking for customers and staff
  • Ideal for expanding or established restaurant groups

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Location

Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    92/100 Walker's Paradise
  • Transit Score ®

    79/100 Excellent Transit
  • Bike Score ®

    86/100 Very Bikeable
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  • City Lexington, KY
  • Neighborhood Historic South Hill
  • Zip Code 40508
  • Market Lexington

Points of Interest

  • Speedway

    0.42 miles

  • Shell

    0.59 miles

  • Marathon

    0.88 miles

  • Thorntons

    0.89 miles

  • Gulf

    1.15 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    4.89 miles

  • ChargePoint

    5.53 miles

  • Center Court Parking Garage

    0.02 miles

  • Metered Parking

    0.07 miles

  • Parking Structure #5

    0.09 miles

  • Meter and Permit Parking

    0.17 miles

  • Drop Off

    0.26 miles

  • C Lot

    0.28 miles

  • Newtown Crossing Additional Parking

    0.29 miles

  • Calvary Baptist Churc

    0.36 miles

  • Bandido Taqueria Mexicana

    0.01 miles

  • Jamba

    0.02 miles

  • Raising Cane's

    0.05 miles

  • Pazzo's Pizza Pub

    0.08 miles

  • Crumzz Bar and Grill

    0.09 miles

  • girlsgirlsgirls Burritos

    0.09 miles

  • Han Woo Ri

    0.10 miles

  • Mellow Mushroom Pizza

    0.10 miles

  • McDonald's

    0.12 miles

  • Tolly Ho

    0.13 miles

  • Lucky

    0.72 miles

  • Wine + Market

    0.80 miles

  • Wildcat Pantry

    0.80 miles

  • Kroger

    1.04 miles

  • FoodLand

    1.32 miles

  • Good Foods Co-op

    1.97 miles

  • Big Lots

    2.14 miles

  • Ross

    2.31 miles

  • Walmart Supercenter

    2.33 miles

  • Save-A-Lot

    2.37 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does retail space at 535 S Upper St cost?

The asking price for retail space at 535 S Upper St is $28.00/SF/YR. Pricing of commercial spaces is largely dependent on things like location — especially proximity to areas that can be easily reached by car or public transit or enjoy high foot traffic — the overall size, features and condition of the space, and the lease structure. Safety and security in the area can also play an important role in choosing the most suitable retail space for a business.

What kind of retail space can I rent at 535 S Upper St?

The property has 2,688 square feet of rentable Retail space. Rental opportunities here are available under NNN lease terms.

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How many parking spots are available at 535 S Upper St?

Reach out to the listing broker for more information on vehicle access and parking options at or near this property, as well as additional amenities that complement the retail experience at 535 S Upper St. You can find 8 parking option(s) and 1 fuel station(s) within a 0.5-mile radius.

Are there any potentially competing retail businesses in the area?

No, there are no spaces zoned for retail activities within a 0.5-mile radius around 535 S Upper St.

Is 535 S Upper St located in a popular area for retail businesses?

The property is part of Historic South Hill.

Other popular areas for retail businesses in Lexington include Wellington, Deerfield, Beaumont.

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