Established Restaurant with
408 E Comanche Avenue, Shabbona, IL 60550
Long-standing restaurant business with real estate and equipment included.
Type:Commercial/Industrial
- Added:
- Mar 12, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 72
- Last Refresh:
- Apr 5 at 9:30 pm
Property Features for 408 E Comanche Avenue
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Property subtype
- Commercial/Industrial
Building Details
- Year Built
- 1960
Listing agent Charles Kirkwood License #475142955
Listing office Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group (630) 232-6900
Listing date Mar 12, 2026
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HighLights
- Established and Profitable Business: Long‑standing 'Screamers' food and ice cream business with a loyal customer base.
- Prime Location: High‑visibility location on Highway 30, close to Shabbona Lake State Park.
- Drive‑Through Convenience: The only drive‑through on Highway 30 for miles, offering a competitive edge.
- Included Real Estate and Equipment: The list price includes the business, real estate, and all FF&E.
- Recent Building Improvements: Newer roof, updated tile in dining area, hall and bathroom, and newer HVAC units.
- Ample Parking and Storage: Resurfaced parking lot with 23 spaces, plus a new storage shed and outdoor refrigeration/storage units.
Overview
This is an opportunity to acquire Screamers, a long-established food and ice cream business located in the Village of Shabbona. The property benefits from high visibility on Highway 30, marking the entrance to Shabbona from the east. The business has a history of long-term ownership and has earned community support through its food, ice cream, and service. Sales increase during the summer due to activity at Shabbona Lake State Park and nearby campgrounds. The property offers both indoor and outdoor dining with picnic tables. A drive-through window was added, making it the only establishment with a drive-through on Highway 30 for miles. The list price includes the business, real estate, and all FF&E. Building improvements include a newer roof and a newer 6-ton rooftop HVAC unit, along with a 4-ton A/C unit on the ground. The interior features updated tile in the dining room, hall, and bathroom. A new storage shed houses two freezers and one refrigerator unit, with space for dry storage. Outside, there are two refrigerator units and one dry storage unit for vendor deliveries. FF&E includes tables and chairs, a Stoelting ice cream machine, a sandwich bay, a slushie machine, and a bread oven used for fresh bread. The resurfaced parking lot has 23 spaces, with 6 designated for drive-through waiting. The current owner operates seasonally from mid-March through mid-November, presenting an opportunity to increase sales by operating year-round. The property is located at 408 E Comanche Avenue, Shabbona, IL 60550.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
T.L.O. Tile
General Contractor
Screamers Ice Cream
Restaurant
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Shabbona
- County
- DeKalb
- State
- Illinois
- Longitude
- -88.8668
- Latitude
- 41.7682
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Drive through restaurant - Long-standing restaurant business with real estate and equipment included.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 408 E Comanche Avenue Shabbona, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $179,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Established and Profitable Business: Long‑standing 'Screamers' food and ice cream business with a loyal customer base.; Prime Location: High‑visibility location on Highway 30, close to Shabbona Lake State Park.; Drive‑Through Convenience: The only drive‑through on Highway 30 for miles, offering a competitive edge.
