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IMAGINE
Explore the immersive 3D video and rendering to envision how this dynamic space could be transformed into a one-of-a-kind restaurant experience. With its unique layout and existing infrastructure, the concept showcases a bold opportunity for culinary innovation in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Strategic Retail Opportunity in the Heart of the Chicago Loop
59 E. Van Buren Street | Chicago, IL 60605
4,667 SF | Built Out as Escape Room | High Foot Traffic | Turnkey for Experiential Retail or Entertainment
Iconic Downtown Location
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Located in Chicago’s Loop, a premier commercial and cultural district.
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Steps from Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, and The Art Institute — prime for both tourists and locals.
Heavy Foot Traffic
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High visibility corridor with daily pedestrian flow from tourists, students, office workers, and commuters.
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Van Buren Street Metra Station and multiple CTA lines nearby provide direct access.
Located In Vibrant Academic Hub
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Within a 1-mile radius of institutions such as Columbia College, Roosevelt University, and DePaul’s downtown campus.
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Built-in demand for social, immersive, and interactive concepts.
Dense Daytime Workforce & Tourism
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The Loop sees over 300,000 daytime workers and 20M+ annual visitors.
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Ideal for experiential users, lunch-hour traffic, and tourist-driven retail.
Escape Room Buildout
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Existing layout includes themed rooms and infrastructure ideal for:
Entertainment brands
Pop-up retail
Interactive activations
Boutique fitness or VR concepts
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Minimizes tenant improvement costs.
Transit-Connected
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Access to all major CTA train lines within 5 minutes.
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Easy for suburban visitors via adjacent Metra stop.
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Surrounded by Landmark Attractions
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Minutes from The Bean, Grant Park, Lake Michigan, and world-class museums.
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A natural draw for both daily and seasonal traffic.
