1512 W Taylor Street #1
Welcome to a truly exceptional retail opportunity in the heart of Chicago's Tri-Taylor District, where historic charm meets modern convenience. Perfectly positioned along the bustling Taylor Street corridor, this southern-exposure, ground-floor commercial space captures the best of what makes Little Italy one of Chicago's most enduring and dynamic neighborhoods. From morning to night, Taylor Street is alive with the sounds and sights of city life - students and medical professionals from the nearby Illinois Medical District (IMD), residents from surrounding mixed-use developments, and visitors drawn to the area's authentic eateries and walkable urban energy. Few corridors in the city blend this level of neighborhood warmth and steady pedestrian flow. Inside, the layout is already configured for restaurant use, providing an ideal foundation for a seamless opening. The space features a large open dining area, back-of-house prep and service zones, and utility connections suited for a commercial kitchen setup. Newly installed recessed lighting, clean finishes, and flexible design elements make it easy to adapt the space to your concept - whether a cafe, casual eatery, specialty kitchen, or grab-and-go dining destination. The interior is bright, open, and adaptable, with a large front window and southern exposure that fill the space with natural light. The result is a welcoming atmosphere perfectly suited to customer engagement or creative display. Previously occupied by a restaurant, the unit retains flexible infrastructure while remaining move-in ready for a new concept. Neutral finishes throughout make it simple for any tenant to customize and brand the space without costly renovations.
- Taylor’s Tacos 0 ft
- The Rosebud 100 ft
- De Pasada 150 ft
- The Patio 200 ft
- Hawkeye’s Bar & Grill 200 ft
- Potbelly 250 ft
- 7-Eleven 100 ft
- Campus Market 200 ft
- Mobil Mart 0.2 mi
- Jewel-Osco 0.3 mi
- Papo's Express 0.5 mi
- Veterans Canteen Service - Retail Store 0.6 mi
- Piazza Italia di Chicago 500 ft
- Little Prairie on the Campus 900 ft
- Garibaldi Park 0.2 mi
- Healing Garden 0.3 mi
- Arrigo Park 0.3 mi
- Atkins Garden 0.3 mi
- Living Water Tea House 300 ft
- OverLay Cafe 700 ft
- Dunkin' 0.3 mi
- University Of Illinois Hospital Cafeteria And Coffee Shop 0.3 mi
- Leaf and Bean Cafe 0.4 mi
- Gathers Tea Bar 0.4 mi
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