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El Guero Canelo Drive-Through Portfolio
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5201 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706

Established Sonoran-style restaurant operation with existing management and C-2/C-1 zoning.

Property Size12,681 SF
Days on Market127

Property Features for 5201 S 12th Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 12,681 SF
Property subtype Retail
Zoning C-2, C-1
Investment Type Owner/User

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 2025
Year Renovated 2019
Buildings 4
Tenancy Single
Listing Agency: Kidder Mathews
Listed By: Brad Douglass · License #AZ SA625141000
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 27 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Aug 29 at 8:30PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Kidder Mathews

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This offering combines the El Guero Canelo restaurant business with its associated real estate in a three-property portfolio. The operation specializes in Sonoran hot dogs and has been in business since 1993, with an existing management team supporting approximately 90 employees. The property information identifies C-2 and C-1 zoning and a 2025 construction year.

The business has been recognized by the James Beard Foundation as one of America’s Classics and was featured on Food Network’s Man v. Food. The sale includes both the operating business and real estate, presenting a single acquisition encompassing the restaurant platform and its physical properties. The company’s history, management structure, and restaurant format are established in the offering materials.

Key Highlights

  • Three‑property portfolio combining restaurant operations and real estate
  • El Guero Canelo business operating since 1993
  • Approximately 90 employees and an existing management team

Property Analytics

Current Use

El Guero Canelo ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Daycare Center Electrical Service Accounting Firm HVAC Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

746
Businesses Nearby
57k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 76% Dining 12% Home Improvements & Furnishings 10% Electronics 2%
ARCO Shops & Services
15,260 visits/mo 0.4 miles
AMPM Shops & Services
10,233 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
8,803 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Mexico Restaurant Dining
7,061 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Ace Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
5,526 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 85706, AZ

54,853
Population
19,095
Households
2.9
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
10%
College-Educated
70%
High-School Grad
13.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
4,187
Density / Sq Mi
$49,072
Median Household Income
$30,977
Median Earnings
$981
Median Rent
$169,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Tucson, AZ

7.4% 2019
8.3% 2020
7.5% 2021
6.8% 2022
6.5% 2023
6.4% 2024
6.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Drive through restaurant - Established Sonoran-style restaurant operation with existing management and C-2/C-1 zoning.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 5201 S 12th Ave Tucson, AZ.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Three‑property portfolio combining restaurant operations and real estate; El Guero Canelo business operating since 1993; Approximately 90 employees and an existing management team
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