benny.estate
For SaleMLS # B16986304 days on market

297 Franklin Street

Buffalo, NY 14202 · Erie County

Price

$7,500

Bed / Bath

Interior

4,806 sqft

Lot

3,106 sqft lot

Built

1999

About this home

Located in the heart of Downtown Buffalo's thriving Theatre District, this exceptional three-story restaurant and bar opportunity offers approximately 4,806 square feet in the city's Theatre and Entertainment District. Positioned just steps from Shea's Performing Arts Center, the Newly remodeled and expanded Musical Fare and Chippewa's nightlife. One block from the above ground light rail providing free transportation to and from Canalside, the Cobblestone District, Lafayette Square, and countless offices, hotels, and residential developments. This location benefits from consistent daytime business, evening entertainment traffic, and year-round visitors. Designed for hospitality, the building features multiple dining and bar areas across three levels, a full basement, a spacious second-floor outdoor patio, two additional front patios, elevator access, and outstanding street presence along Franklin Street. Furniture, fixtures, and equipment included with a long-term lease, creating an exceptional turnkey opportunity for restaurateurs, hospitality groups, or entertainment concepts looking to establish themselves in one of Western New York's premier destinations. Whether envisioning an upscale restaurant, cocktail lounge, brewery, sports bar, private event venue, or another innovative hospitality concept, 297 Franklin Street provides the visibility and accessibility to bring your vision to life.

Mechanical

Heating

Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Schools

District

Buffalo

Tax & finance

Annual taxes

$8,323

Financing

Cash

Location

Buffalo, NY 14202 · Erie County

MLS Attribution

Listing courtesy of 716 Realty Group WNY LLC. Listing agent: Evan C Knoer. Data last updated 7/31/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.