227 W PORTAGE Ave, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783

Listing agent Jim Jorgensen License #6505431232 Show Phone

Listing office Five Water Realty 402 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste. Marie, MI Show Phone

Listing date May 5, 2026

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MLS# 25-617

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Overview

This turnkey bar and restaurant is being offered with the included business and furnishings for a streamlined transition. The layout provides ample bar seating along with a large dining room. Outdoor options include sidewalk cafe seating, and there is also a back lot that can be cordoned off for outside events. The beverage program features 20 beers on tap, supporting a full-service bar environment. The property totals approximately 3,200 square feet.

Located in the heart of Sault Ste Marie, Michigan on West Portage Ave, the location is across the street from the locks. The site is described as within walking distance of multiple hotels and downtown attractions, positioning it to serve both locals and visitors.

For operators and buyers looking for a ready-to-run hospitality concept, the combination of indoor dining, bar seating, and flexible outdoor space can support a variety of service formats throughout the year. The offering is presented as turnkey, which may appeal to buyers seeking to take over an established, operating bar-and-restaurant with the included components already in place.

Suggested Use

Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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City

Sault Sainte Marie

County

Chippewa

State

Michigan

Longitude

-84.348481

Latitude

46.500733

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Bar & Pub - Turnkey bar-and-restaurant operation with dining room, sidewalk cafe seating, and back lot for events.

Where is this bar & pub located?

The property is located at 227 W PORTAGE Ave Sault Sainte Marie, MI.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $900,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Iconic family‑owned bar/restaurant with 30+ years in business; Located on West Portage Ave in the heart of Sault Ste. Marie, MI, across from the locks; Includes bar seating, a huge dining room, sidewalk cafe seating, and a back lot that can be cordoned off for outside events