MLS# 7105368 - 3 County 8 Bena, MN 56626

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Headwaters Realty Services LLC is the brokerage office representing the seller for this listing.

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The Big Winnie Bar & Café has proudly served locals and visitors alike since 1982, remaining in the same family for over 40 years. Ideally situated on approximately 0.60 acres just off US Highway 2, this highly visible location benefits from approximately 20,000 vehicles passing daily, making it an excellent location for continued growth and exposure. Inventory, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings area all included. Making this a complete turn-key business operation!\n\nThis well-maintained finished 3,900+ square foot commercial property has been thoughtfully updated and is truly a turnkey operation. The restaurant is currently open seven days a week and features an updated commercial kitchen complete with flat-top griddle, burners, double ovens, hood vent, fryers, prep cooler, commercial dishwasher, upright refrigeration, storage, kitchen small-wares, dining equipment, and remaining inventory at closing. The restaurant offers both its own public entrance as well as direct access to the adjoining bar.\n\nThe updated bar area offers new flooring, wall coverings, seating, tables, beverage cooler, and a mini-split heating and cooling system, creating an inviting atmosphere for customers year-round. A walk in cooler is located just off the bar area for convenience and storage. \n\nDesigned to maximize every square foot and multiple revenue streams, the business currently offers full food service, bar service, off-sale liquor sales, gaming machines, paper pull tabs, and popular community events including meat raffles that help generate repeat business and strong customer traffic. The established reputation and loyal customer base continue to make this one of the area's favorite gathering places.\n\nAdditional features include an unfinished concrete block basement ideal for storage or future office space, walk-in coolers, ample on-site and off-street parking, and a recently installed Wastewater Treatment & Dispersal System (2024) representing an investment of approximately $120,000.\n\nEmployees may be interested in remaining with the business, allowing for a smooth ownership transition. Seller financing may be available to qualified buyers.\n\nLocated just minutes from beautiful Lake Winnibigoshish, one of Minnesota's premier fishing and recreation destinations, and surrounded by resorts, ATV trails, snowmobile trails, hunting, fishing, and year-round tourism, this is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to step into an established, profitable business with room to grow.","ROADBETWEENWATERFRONTANDHOMEYN":false,"ROOF":"Asphalt","SALEINCLUDES":"Building,Business Assets,Business,Fixture/Equipment,Inventory,Land,Liquor License","SCHOOLDISTRICTNUMBER":"115-Cass Lake-Bena Schools","SCHOOLDISTRICTPHONE":"2183352204","SEWER":"Private Sewer,Septic System Compliant - Yes","STATEORPROVINCE":"MN","STATUS":"Active","STATUSDATE":"2026-07-07T18:53:08.203","LASTSTATUS":"Active","STREETNAME":"County 8","STREETNUMBER":"3","TRANSACTIONTYPE":"For Sale","WATER":"Well","WATERFRONTPRESENT":false,"YEARBUILT":1982,"ZONING":"Business/Commercial","VIRTUALTOUR_URL1":"https://wellcomemat.com/embed/58q533433e841mn1q?mls=1","HASOPENHOUSE":false,"PHOTOTIMESTAMP":"2026-07-07T18:53:08.203","PHOTOREMARKS":"[{\"Order\":1,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.\"},{\"Order\":2,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. \\nNew in 2024 a Wastewater Treatment and Dispersal Plant.\"},{\"Order\":3,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. 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Plenty of TV's for viewing sports.\"},{\"Order\":20,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. \\nDedicated space for Off-Sale liquor\"},{\"Order\":21,\"Remarks\":\"Adequate Cooler retail space to carry a wide selection of products. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.\"},{\"Order\":22,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Large bar and plenty of space for staff to maneuver quickly and easily.\"},{\"Order\":23,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Center cooler is updated recently.\"},{\"Order\":24,\"Remarks\":\"Hightop tables provide ample bar space seating. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.\"},{\"Order\":25,\"Remarks\":\"Gaming! These machines bring in the customers!\"},{\"Order\":26,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. \\nGaming.\"},{\"Order\":27,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. \\nA wide array of customers enjoy the space.\"},{\"Order\":28,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. The Cafe offers a cozy atmosphere and great food.\"},{\"Order\":29,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Cozy and Comforting Cafe.\"},{\"Order\":30,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Cafe area.\"},{\"Order\":31,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. The nostalgic Cafe Counter. A great place to enjoy conversation and a coffee.\"},{\"Order\":32,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.\"},{\"Order\":33,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. \\nCommercial kitchen with updated equipment.\"},{\"Order\":34,\"Remarks\":\"Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Dishwasher in the commercial kitchen\"},{\"Order\":35,\"Remarks\":\"Updated Pre cooler in the commercial kitchen.Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.\"},{\"Order\":36,\"Remarks\":\"Side Deck, with Ice for retail sales. 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MLS# 7105368 - 3 County 8 Bena, MN 56626

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