14 Route 9h, Claverack, NY, 12513 | $425,000

Located at one of the busiest crossroads of Columbia County and just 10 minutes from downtown Hudson, NY, this classic roadside restaurant and gathering place offers a prime location for serving both local patrons and visitors to the Hudson Valley. This property presents an exceptional investment opportunity to establish a high-profile presence in a thriving culinary region. The central, full-service kitchen is equipped with a 60-inch range with two ovens, 4 burners, and a 36-inch griddle, a 16-foot commercial exhaust hood, an Ansul fire suppression system, a 72-inch worktop refrigerator with a butcher block top, stainless steel prep tables, sinks, a dishwasher station, and a wide array of food prep equipment. A rear storage area houses shelving for dry goods, additional coolers, and an office with a camera surveillance system. Two exterior walk-in coolers provide generous cold storage space. A gas-fired wood-burning commercial smoker is perfect for creating classic BBQ. The front service area features soft-serve ice cream machines, a milkshake machine, an under-counter ice maker, a Kegerator/Beer Dispenser with two tap towers, and two service windows. A modern touch screen POS system ensures streamlined operations and excellent customer service. The partially covered outdoor seating area, complete with spacious picnic tables and yard games, creates a welcoming, family-friendly environment. This versatile property offers endless possibilities for the imaginative buyer. While it's well-suited as a walk-up restaurant, it can also be transformed into a bustling farm market, a quaint general store, or a purveyor of gourmet provisions. No matter the concept, it's the perfect opportunity to feature fresh, hyper-local ingredients from the area's farms, dairies, and craft breweries. Renowned for its vibrant food scene and picturesque landscapes, the area's increasing popularity and steady influx of tourists ensure a consistent flow of potential customers, while the local community's support enhances the property's appeal. Whether you are an experienced investor looking for a new venture, a professional chef eager to showcase your culinary talents, or a restaurateur ready to expand your portfolio, this property is a rare gem in one of the most desirable locations in the Hudson Valley perfect for upstate's next iconic roadside eatery, a charming market, or any other vision you wish to bring to life.

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