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188 Main St
Burlington, VT 05401 Downtown Burlington

$17,002 USD/MO

Bar For Lease  •  17,188 SF

Property Details

  • Property Type Bar
  • Year Built 1899
  • Total Building Size 17,188 SF
  • Tenancy Multiple
  • Building Class C
  • Zoning FD6
48 Transit Score
96 Walk Score

1 Space Available

Name Space Use Size Rent Details
1st Floor Ste Retail 17,188 SF $11.87 USD/SF/YR
VT Commercial is pleased to offer to the market this downtown location noted as one of the best hot spots in downtown. Previous tenant had a music venue and dance club, with food and two bars. There is so much history at this location. Come bring your concept to town. This three story space is available as “whole” offering. The top floor would make a nice office and green room for the performers. Some exposed high ceilings with a hip vibe, stage areas, DJ booth, full kitchen with hood system and walk in cooler. The occupancy load for the former Nectars was 220 and Metronome (The Lounge) was 218. **A new operator will need to verify new numbers with the fire marshal.  Rent is  $17000 monthly plus $4000 in Taxes and insurance.

  • Date available: Now
  • Lease term: Negotiable
  • Service type: To Be Determined
  • Built out as: Drinking Establishment
  • Space Type: Relet

Description

188 Main Street presents a rare opportunity to lease one of downtown Burlington’s most iconic entertainment venues, long known as one of the city’s premier nightlife destinations. This expansive three-story, 17,000+ square-foot property has a rich history of hosting live music, dance events, and full-service food and beverage operations. The space features multiple stage areas, a DJ booth, a full commercial kitchen equipped with a hood system and walk-in cooler, and two existing bar setups—ideal for a new operator looking to bring fresh energy to a proven location. High ceilings and an industrial-hip aesthetic add to the venue’s character, while the upper floor offers flexibility for office space, performer green rooms, or administrative support. With limited on-site parking and excellent walkability in Burlington’s vibrant downtown, this property provides an outstanding platform for a nightclub, music venue, event space, or creative re-use concept seeking strong visibility and foot traffic.

Highlights

Iconic downtown Burlington nightlife venue, historically one of the city’s top entertainment hot spots
High ceilings and hip, industrial vibe throughout, maintaining character and adaptability for new concepts

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Major Tenants

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Arete Counseling Services Llc
Blue Wave Taekwondo School LLC
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Green Mountain Semiconductor, Inc.
Mcca Enterprises Inc
Metronome
News Anderson Barth Law

Public Transportation

Commuter RailDriveWalkDistance
1 min 7 min 0.4 mi
17 min - 7.3 mi
AirportDriveWalkDistance
Patrick Leahy Burlington International 16 min - 5.7 mi
Plattsburgh International 71 min - 34.0 mi
Linda Letourneau 802-343-2107 V/T Commercial
Linda Letourneau 802-343-2107 V/T Commercial