The Castle | Iconic Restaurant Opportunity | Fully Equipped | Zoned for Nightlife | Price Adjusted for Renovations | Landmark Property | Prime Commercial Location
Proeprty Highlights:
Put your final touches on this commercial kitchen/restaurant opportunity in the heart of Chino. This ±6,788 SF freestanding building sits on a prominent ±0.87-acre lot with high visibility along Central Ave (22,529 CPD). Formerly Guasti Homestyle Café, the property underwent nearly $400,000 in capital investment completed in 2025, including a new roof, updated electrical systems, certified fire suppression systems, and full plumbing certification and upgrades (with sewer lines camera-inspected and accreditation). The structure has been fully secured, all windows are intact, and the interior demo is complete, ready for your custom buildout. Full plan drawings and concepts are available.
A full commercial kitchen is in place, featuring 3 walk-in coolers, 1 walk-in freezer, commercial-grade griddles, stoves, ovens, fryer, dishwasher, hood and exhaust system, multiple single, double, and triple basin sinks, stainless prep stations, and utility/storage rooms. The property also includes multiple restrooms (including ADA and staff facilities with a shower), gated alley access, and both front and rear patios ideal for outdoor dining or events. Ample on-site parking adds convenience for high-volume use.
Zoned Commercial Service (verify with city), this location is approved for a wide range of uses including restaurant, banquet hall, brewery/taproom, ghost kitchen, or nightlife/lounge venue (CUP). Additional uses allowed include medical offices, retail, food prep, warehousing, animal services, and light manufacturing. Previous liquor licenses have been approved for this location, and the City of Chino is supportive of adaptive reuse and commercial redevelopment. This is an outstanding opportunity to own a renovated, infrastructure-ready property in a fast-growing Inland Empire market.
Strategic Location:
The Castle benefits from strong area demographics and a high-traffic location surrounded by retail, restaurants, and residential communities. Whether you're planning a high-end dining experience, themed supper club, elevated sports bar, or live music venue, this property offers the infrastructure and footprint to execute your vision.
Possible Uses (Buyer to Verify with City):
Restaurant or Gastropub
Bar, Lounge, or Nightclub
Brewery or Tasting Room
Event Venue or Banquet Hall
Multi-brand Ghost Kitchen with Delivery Focus
Café and Market Concept
Live Entertainment or Comedy Venue