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Downtown Restaurant Space or Retail

16 Southwest 1st Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601

1,100

SF Available
Downtown Gainesville, also known as the heart of the city, refers to the area surrounding the intersection of Main Street and University Avenue. This area is an eclectic mix of quaint shops, restaurants, bars, and clubs and is home to the Hippodrome State Theatre and Bo Diddley Plaza, a performance and event venue. With a mix of historic buildings, government offices, trendy nightlife and upscale restaurants, Downtown Gainesville caters to a broad range of consumers and offers newly integrated city zoning changes to increase development opportunities within the heart of Gainesville.Unlock the potential of a prime downtown Gainesville location with this fully equipped, turn-key restaurant space! Formerly home to Fat Tuesday, this space on SW 1st Ave is ready for your culinary vision. It has a full hood and walk-in coolers and’s prepared for immediate operation, making your startup seamless and hassle-free. Positioned in the heart of Gainesville's vibrant nightlife and dining scene, this spot offers unbeatable visibility and foot traffic from surrounding restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, plus convenient parking options nearby. Don't miss out on this eye-catching, high-traffic opportunity to launch or expand your business!

Key features

  • Full hood system
  • Turn-key and ready to go
  • Walk-in coolers

Rental Details

  • Number of spaces 1
  • Total square feet available 1,100 SF
  • For Lease $4,800.00/MO
  • Space Types Restaurant
  • Lease Type Full Service
  • Date Updated May 22, 2026
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For Lease 1 Space Available

Former Fat Tuesdays With Hood System

  • Space Type Restaurant
  • Lease Rate $4,800.00/MO
  • Total Space Available 1,100 SF
  • Divisible Space 1,100 - 1,100 SF
  • Available Date Immediate
  • Lease Type Full Service
  • Renewal Option Yes
  • Sublease No
  • Turnkey Yes
broker
Eric Ligman

Bosshardt Realty Services

Contacts

broker
Eric Ligman

Bosshardt Realty Services

Building Details

  • For Lease $4,800.00/MO
  • Property Type Retail - Strip
  • Property Size 4,620 SF
  • Units 1
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Date Updated May 22, 2026

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Getting Around

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Location

  • City Gainesville, FL
  • Neighborhood Springhill - Kirkwood
  • Zip Code 32601
  • Market North Central Florida
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Points of Interest

Sunoco

0.65 miles

Wawa

0.79 miles

GATE

0.91 miles

Citgo

1.09 miles

Kangaroo Express

1.19 miles

Marathon

1.37 miles

ChargePoint

1.48 miles

Facilities Services Motor Pool

2.60 miles

Tesla Supercharger

3.57 miles

Ayers Plaza Parking lot

0.40 miles

Ayers Plaza Overflow Parking

0.54 miles

Norman Garage

0.82 miles

Norman Field Lot Parking

0.85 miles

Yulee Reid Parking

0.91 miles

Tigert Hall Parking

0.92 miles

Fine Arts C Parking

0.93 miles

Cypress Parking

0.93 miles

Housing Orange Parking

0.97 miles

Publix

0.81 miles

Winn-Dixie

0.98 miles

Ward's Supermarket

1.56 miles

Walmart Supercenter

1.71 miles

Burlington

1.89 miles

ALDI

2.63 miles

Kohl's

3.44 miles

Ross

3.77 miles

Target

4.06 miles

16 Southwest 1st Avenue Listing Summary

  • The Price for Retail Space at 16 Southwest 1st Avenue

    The cost of renting retail space in a property highly depends on features such as its location, parking availability and type of retail space, or advantages and features that might be unique to it. When it comes to 16 Southwest 1st Avenue, asking rent starts at $$4,800.00/MO per square foot.

    16 Southwest 1st Avenue is located in the Springhill - Kirkwood neighborhood, which is home to a total of 7 retail listing(s). In the case of most businesses that need retail space, access to potential customers is critical. This can come in the form of retail space situated in high-traffic pedestrian areas, or convenient suburban locations with good public transport or plenty of parking. Reach out to the listing broker for information on best parking and other access options at or near the property.

  • Retail Space Options Available at 16 Southwest 1st Avenue

    The property exclusively contains Restaurant space totaling 1,100 square feet. The leasing opportunity here is available under Full Service lease terms.

    In addition to retail space type, you will also need to consider the space size that you need for your business to operate at its best. You will find 1 retail space(s) ranging from 1,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet at 16 Southwest 1st Avenue, which can serve small or medium retail businesses that are planning to accommodate growth throughout the duration of their lease at this address. For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, reach out using the contact form on this page to get in touch with a broker.

  • Get to Know the Retail Scene in the Springhill - Kirkwood Neighborhood

    16 Southwest 1st Avenue is located in the Springhill - Kirkwood neighborhood of Gainesville. The Springhill - Kirkwood retail market offers 7 retail listing(s), representing a total of 15,606 square feet of retail space for lease.

    The most common retail type in the Springhill - Kirkwood neighborhood is Restaurant, of which the market currently offers 3 space(s).

    When looking for retail space for your company, picking the right area is essential. Some neighborhoods have a long history of being top shopping destinations in general, while others gain a reputation for strongly representing a specific type of business. In addition to knowing the reputation of your chosen business location neighborhood, it’s also important to know your customer base. For instance, the average Springhill - Kirkwood resident is 27 years old, and the median household income here is $45,970 per year.

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Bosshardt Realty Services

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