EXCEPTIONAL RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY IN ST. PETERSBURG'S WAREHOUSE ARTS DISTRICT
1,150 SF Premium Turnkey Restaurant Space | Warehouse Arts District | St. Petersburg, FL
The property owner is actively seeking a visionary operator of a healthy food concept to establish a distinctive wellness-focused culinary destination within this unique converted warehouse building in St. Petersburg's thriving Warehouse Arts District.
UNPRECEDENTED OWNER INCENTIVES:
Build-Out Contribution: Owner will participate in tenant improvements and collaborate on a custom build-out to bring your vision to life
Tiered Rent Structure: Progressive 3-year rent schedule designed to support your business during the critical growth phase
Potential Equity Investment: For the right concept and qualified operator, the owner will consider direct business investment to accelerate growth and ensure long-term success.
MARKET ADVANTAGES
Award-Winning Culinary Market:
Named "America's Best Food City" by Travel & Leisure
Recognized as a "Next Great Food City" by Food & Wine
7+ million annual visitors to St. Petersburg
Median household income: $73,118 – affluent, health-conscious demographic
Thriving restaurant industry with a strong growth trajectory
IDEAL CONCEPTS
Farm-to-Table Restaurants | Wellness Cafés | Organic & Sustainable Dining | Superfood & Bowl Concepts | Functional Nutrition Cafés | Juice Bars with Full Kitchen
WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY IS UNIQUE
The owner seeks more than a tenant—they're seeking a strategic partner who shares their vision for creating a community gathering place that embodies St. Petersburg's progressive, health-conscious culture. With build-out assistance, flexible rent terms, and potential equity participation, you'll have the financial backing and creative freedom to establish a destination healthy food concept in one of Florida's most exciting and fastest-growing culinary markets.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This property represents the convergence of multiple success factors:
? Market Timing: Enter America's Best Food City during its peak growth phase? Infrastructure Ready: All major systems updated and operational? Regulatory Support: Upzoning encourages restaurant development? Economic Strength: #4-ranked city for economic growth nationwide? Customer Base: Affluent locals + 7M+ annual visitors? Culinary Credibility: Michelin and James Beard recognition attract food-focused clientele? Neighborhood Momentum: Active mixed-use development creating density? Authentic Character: Warehouse conversion with artistic soul.
Discover this exceptional 5,772 SF property perfectly positioned in the heart of St. Petersburg's vibrant Warehouse Arts District, an area experiencing significant growth with exciting new mixed-use developments.
The building thoughtfully combines creative and culinary spaces, featuring expansive art studios alongside a turnkey 1,150 SF restaurant space designed to accommodate 35-40 guests.
The restaurant is fully equipped with a professional-grade 10-foot commercial exhaust hood and has undergone a complete modernization, featuring updated HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Accessibility is prioritized throughout, with two new ADA-compliant bathrooms and dedicated accessible parking.
The property boasts enhanced street presence with new exterior windows and doors, complemented by a freshly paved parking lot with clean striping that provides 13 spaces, including an ADA-compliant spot with proper access.
This opportunity offers the perfect blend of artistic character and modern functionality in one of St. Petersburg's most dynamic and sought-after neighborhoods.
The owner is projecting a completion date around the end of Q3 2026.
Michael Schultz
Insta Real Estate Solutions
