Dean’s South of the Border

Highlights:

• Operating since 1992 with strong local and tourist following.
• Sale includes 5,813 SF restaurant on 0.23 acres & 0.51-acre paved parking lot.
• 4COP license permits on-premises sale of beer, wine & spirits.
• Live music 7 nights a week on covered outdoor stage.
• Incredible frontage on US-41 in downtown Punta Gorda near waterfront and shops.
• Two bars, patio seating, indoor dining, and event-friendly layout.
• Includes all FF&E, business name, website, social media pages, goodwill, and vendor contacts.
• 60 paved spaces, a rare find for downtown restaurants.
• Zoned TPG- Downtown Core

Description:

Dean’s South of the Border is an iconic restaurant and bar in the heart of historic downtown Punta Gorda. This 0.74 acre offering includes both the fully operating restaurant business and the real estate assets: The restaurant is a 5,813 SF structure on 0.23 acres featuring a mix of indoor seating, two full-service bars, and expansive outdoor patio dining. A separately platted 0.51 acre paved parking lot, brings 60 dedicated spaces.

With significant visibility on US-41, Dean’s sits at the gateway to Punta Gorda’ thriving historic downtown district known for its walkability, festivals, and robust dining scene. Originally established in 1992 Dean’s is surrounded by hotels, marinas, and new mixed-use developments, drawing both locals and tourists. Here you can enjoy live entertainment 7 nights a week.

Dean’s South of the Border is located at 130 Tamiami Trail within Punta Gorda’s designated TPG–DC (Traditional Punta Gorda – Downtown Core) zoning district. This zoning allows for a variety of commercial and mixed-use applications, encouraging walkable development patterns and active ground-floor uses such as restaurants, retail, and public gathering spaces.

The property lies along the US-41 northbound corridor, offering high visibility and accessibility. It is within close walking distance to the Peace River waterfront, Laishley Park, and the Harborwalk, and is surrounded by public amenities, marinas, and civic destinations. The downtown area has seen steady investment in infrastructure, mixed-use development, and tourism-related activity, supported by the City’s Comprehensive Plan 2045 and the ongoing revitalization of the urban core.

Punta Gorda is part of one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the country, with Charlotte County experiencing a significant rise in population and commercial activity in recent years. This location benefits from both year-round local traffic and seasonal tourism, making it a key part of the city’s downtown commercial landscape.

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