102 Drive Through Restaurants for Lease in North Carolina, USA

Sanford Office for Lease

130 N. Steele Street is an office property located in downtown Sanford, NC. The building was fully renovated in 2025 and contains individual suites organized around a shared lounge and break area. It is situated near local dining options, banking services, and cultural amenities including Depot Park. The property is within proximity to primary thoroughfares such as S. Horner Boulevard and Carthage Street, supporting convenient regional access.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-05-15

Four Oaks Retail for Lease - Johnston County

The property is located in downtown Four Oaks, positioned within the town's historic business corridor along Main Street. It sits adjacent to US Route 301 and is approximately one mile north of the planned Four Oaks Business Park. The surrounding area consists of small local businesses and community-oriented retail spaces, with nearby access to Interstate 95. Approximately 10 rear parking spaces and street parking are available. The site measures 0.29 acres and contains a two-story building with an updated exterior and rough-in electrical work completed.

Date on Market:

2026-05-05

Rocky Mount Retail for Lease

Highly visible drive-thru restaurant opportunity in Rocky Mount NC, near the intersection of US Hwy 64 and E Raleigh Blvd (BUS 64). The site offers strong traffic counts, excellent access, and prominent frontage along a primary commercial corridor. Existing drive-thru infrastructure allows for a quick and cost effective opening. Ideal for QSR, coffee, or fast-casual users seeking exposure to both local and commuter traffic. Rare second generation restaurant with existing hood and grease trap.

Date on Market:

2026-04-22

Rolesville Retail for Lease - Route 1

6000 Rogers Road in Rolesville, NC is a 10,702 SF center delivering in Summer 2026, featuring multiple available suites including restaurant spaces with drive-thru and patio seating. The property is located in Rolesville, one of Wake County’s fastest-growing communities, where rapid residential growth coupled with rising household incomes are driving strong demand for new retail and service amenities.

Date on Market:

2026-04-02

New Bern Retail for Lease - Downtown New Bern

Discover an exceptional leasing opportunity with this remarkable property in New Bern, NC. Current home to a Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q, the space boasts an ideal setup including built-in sinks, a drive-thru window, floor drains throughout the kitchen, and outdoor dining area. The property features a fire suppression system, 40 parking spaces, and two ADA-compliant restrooms, catering to both patrons and staff. With a sink in the dining area and a prime location, this property presents a turnkey solution for a new restaurant venture. Don't miss the chance to bring your culinary vision to life in this well-equipped and strategically positioned space. Available Fall 2026. Discover the vibrant charm of New Bern, NC, where history meets modern-day allure. Nestled in the heart of the city, the location offers unparalleled visibility and access to a bustling community. Surrounding the area, you'll find a mix of quaint boutiques, art galleries, and cultural attractions, enticing visitors and locals alike. Just a stone's throw away, the picturesque waterfront invites patrons to stroll along the scenic boardwalk or dine at iconic eateries overlooking the river. With its dynamic blend of tradition and innovation, the area is an ideal setting for a new retail or restaurant venture, promising to captivate and delight patrons from near and far.

Date on Market:

2026-03-20

Durham Flex for Lease - South Durham

The property at 608 S Hoover Road is located in Durham, North Carolina, within an industrial corridor offering proximity to major highways and distribution routes. The site consists of a two-story building with a combination of shop and office space, situated on a 1.51-acre lot with a fenced yard. The building includes multiple drive-through bays and high-clearance doors, suitable for fleet maintenance or service operations. Surrounding uses include industrial service providers, distribution facilities, and transportation-related businesses.

Date on Market:

2026-07-07

Winston-Salem Retail for Lease - NW Forsyth County

Date on Market:

2026-03-11

Kinston Retail for Lease

Current Wendy's available for sublease. This second-generation restaurant is available until 12.31.2034.

Date on Market:

2026-05-29

Cary Retail for Lease

The property offers strong visibility and convenient access to NE Maynard Road and Interstate 40, and is located roughly one mile from Downtown Cary. The single-story brick building was originally constructed in 1987 and remodeled in 2000, and features a rare triple-lane drive-thru with an additional ATM lane. Zoned OICU, the site supports a wide range of commercial uses and benefits from monument signage and strong surrounding retail, including nearby centers anchored by Harris Teeter and Walmart Neighborhood Market. The property is available for sale or lease, with tenant improvement allowances available for qualified credit tenants.

Date on Market:

2026-02-11

Charlotte Retail for Lease - Midtown/Southend

+/- 2,691 SF retail/restaurant space available for lease. The former KFC is strategically located with excellent visibility at the corner of E. Woodlawn Road and Sterling Drive, just minutes from South Boulevard, LoSo, South Tryon Street, and Uptown Charlotte, providing strong connectivity to major business corridors. The space will be delivered as a cold dark shell with TIA. The property is zoned TOD, offering a valuable opportunity for restaurant and other retail uses.

Date on Market:

2026-01-30

Greensboro Retail for Lease - NW Guilford County

Freestanding former restaurant with drive-thru in popular neighborhood shopping center in busy Northwest Greensboro. Close proximity to PTI Airport with easy access to I-40 and Bryan Blvd. Landlord would build to suit, ideal for medical use/urgent care.

Date on Market:

2026-01-20

Mebane Land for Lease - SE Alamance County

The Bridge" Outparcel: 1.41 AC Standalone Site Between Target & Tanger! • For Sale: at the right price! Will consider working with broker under the right circumstances. Property Highlights: Target-Tanger Linkage: Prime "connector" site on S. 5th St. (NC-119) capturing 100% of crossover traffic between the new Target/Third & Wood development and Tanger Outlets. Target Project Scarcity: With the 83-acre Koury/Target center reaching 100% occupancy for outparcels, this site is the exclusive standalone alternative for retailers needing 3,000–10,000 SF. Shovel-Ready Utility: Public water on 5th St. AND Rare Secured Sewage Easement already in place—eliminating the primary development hurdle for high-volume users. B-2 Zoning: Fully approved for high-traffic commercial use, including Drive-Thru capability. The Buc-ee’s Halo: Positioned just 2 miles from the upcoming Buc-ee’s (Opening 2027), serving a projected 5M+ annual regional visitors. Property Overview Positioned as the definitive retail bridge in Mebane’s highest-growth corridor, 1210 S. 5th St. offers a premier 1.41-acre ground lease opportunity. This site is strategically located on the "going-home" side of the road for regional commuters and local residents. As the neighboring Third & Wood project (anchored by Target, Marshalls, and HomeGoods) hits capacity, national brands requiring standalone brand identity, dedicated parking, and drive-thru access are being squeezed out. This lot provides the essential scale and utility that the nearly-full shopping centers can no longer offer. Key Strategic Advantages:Convenient ingress egress( in the past speaking to the DOT they would let us remove a portion of the median to add left turn lane, cost was minimal). The "Golden Triangle": Perfectly centered between Target (Exit 153), Tanger Outlets (Exit 154), and the future Buc-ee's (Exit 152). Captive Audience: Directly serves the 680+ new residential units at Third & Wood and the nearby luxury "Villas on 5th" community. Plug-and-Play Site: 171 feet of direct highway frontage with all major utilities/sewer access ready for immediate construction. Ideal Uses: National QSR/Coffee, Medical/Urgent Care, Financial/Banking, or standalone "Big Box" retail survivors. Contact: Sam 919-259-6682

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2026-07-02

Asheville Retail for Lease - Central Asheville

• Up to 3,842 SF freestanding building with drive-thru • Only signalized corner available within the Tunnel Road corridor • Prominent visibility from Tunnel Road and Swannanoa River Road. • Dominant solve for High Barrier Trade Area • Neighboring Retailers: Walmart, Target, Dick's, Ross, TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, Whole Foods, Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, Rooms to Go, DSW, ARHAUS, Chick-fil-A, Jersey Mikes Subs, Moes, Panera, Panda Express

Date on Market:

2026-04-21

Kannapolis Retail for Lease - Cabarrus County

FOR LEASE! 3,500 SF Office/Retail Building on N. Cannon with Huge Signage in Kannapolis, NC Former Wells Fargo branch available for lease. Highly visible corner location with drive-thru lanes, ample parking, and existing bank infrastructure. Excellent opportunity for owner-users or investors in a growing Kannapolis corridor. Minutes from downtown Kannapolis, minutes from I-85. Strong traffic counts morning, afternoon, and evening. The HVAC unit was manufactured in 2013 and is working fine. The building was last renovated in 2008, and there are no roof leaks. Highly visible asset on the busiest road in Kannapolis. Landlord open to an improvement allowance for the right tenant and the right deal. Please email jaben@starnescommercial.com or TEXT (704) 380-7963 to schedule a tour. I look forward to working with you. Sincerely, Jaben W. Starnes, CCIM jaben@starnescommercial.com Steward of property. Servant of legacy. -- Direct: (704) 380-7963 | NC Lic. #315996 210 Oak Ave | Kannapolis, NC 28081 | USA

Date on Market:

2025-11-06

Shelby Retail for Lease - Cleveland County

Date on Market:

2025-03-17

Charlotte Land for Lease - South Charlotte

Grocery anchored shopping center with excellent visibility and access to South Blvd. Many national and regional retailers and restaurants; a primary trade area just south of Uptown Charlotte Ample parking and amenities available in the center

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2025-10-14

Fayetteville Office/Retail for Lease - Downtown Fayetteville

200 Green Street offers a rare opportunity to acquire or lease a former flagship bank building with over 21,000 square feet across three expansive levels in the heart of downtown Fayetteville. Constructed with institutional-grade quality and reinforced infrastructure, the property features two vaults, three drive-through lanes, and private elevator access across all floors. The main level showcases a dramatic open banking hall with teller stations, numerous private offices, and a covered balcony offering unobstructed views of Cross Creek Linear Park and its signature water fountain. The second floor includes a stately conference room overlooking the park, in addition to executive offices and a kitchenette, while the lower level provides additional office space, secure storage, mechanical rooms, and the second vault. Situated on a 0.99-acre DT1-zoned parcel, the property includes an attached surface lot with 58 on-site parking spaces, an exceptionally rare amenity in downtown Fayetteville.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-03-10

Raleigh Office for Lease - West Raleigh

Date on Market:

2026-07-24

Raleigh Medical for Lease - West Raleigh

Square Footage: 65,000, Number of Floors: 4 (3 floors of medical space & 1 level of covered parking) Parking: Entire level of covered parking under the building, with elevator access from upper floors. Parking ratio of approximately 5 spaces per 1,000 square feet. Location: On Blue Ridge Road directly across from Rex Hospital in the heart of West Raleigh . Excellent exposure to Blue Ridge Road, approximately 1/4 mile to I-440 Beltline and I-40. Area Amenities: Walking distance to Rex Hospital, banks and restaurants. Within minutes of Crabtree Valley Mall, hotels, and shopping. 3 minutes to the PNC Arena, home of the Carolina Hurricanes. 10 minutes to Raleigh-Durham International Airport Building Amenities: Two-story main lobby with elegant finishes and granite floors. Dual elevator service, from covered parking, with one elevator equipped for stretcher. Excellent parking ratio within close proximity to the building. Unique structural design providing efficiency in space requirement and space planning.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

2025-09-17

Mars Hill Land for Lease - Madison County

This 0.23 +/- acre ground lease, previously the site of Waffle House, is ideal for a proven fast, casual dining location. Suitable for a drive-thru or sit-down restaurant. The site is easily accessible, located 0.3 miles from I-26 off Exit 11, boasting a traffic count of 19,999 vehicles per day. The building shares ample parking with several long-standing, well-known Mars Hill businesses. Located within one mile of other national retailers along Carl Eller Rd such as Subway, Bojangles, Starbucks, Ingles, CVS, and BP. Zoned R-A in Madison County and within Mars Hill City limits.

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2025-09-15

Wallace Retail for Lease

Date on Market:

2025-08-12

Asheville Retail for Lease - Buncombe County

Former QSR available for lease at the corner of Smokey Park Hwy (26,000 VPD) and the west bound ramp to I-40 (60,000 VPD) Excellent opportunity for a QSR to potentially backfill or ground lease Cross access through the Dunkin parcel Two large pylon signs offering ideal visibility to traffic on I-40 and along Smokey Park Hwy

Date on Market:

2025-05-29

Cary Retail for Lease

Good mix of tenants including Cici’s Pizza, Simply Nails,High Craft Beer, Hong Kong 1 Restaurant, The Cigar Box, Sophie’s Grill & Bar, and Subway. Shadow anchored by Walmart Neighborhood Market.

Date on Market:

2025-03-17

Smithfield Office/Retail for Lease - Johnston County

This is a rare opportunity to lease in a high-visibility retail strip building with an existing drive-thru in a prime Smithfield location. With high traffic counts, excellent visibility, and easy accessibility, this property is perfect for business owners looking to lease in a strategical location. The building features two second-generation spaces and two adjacent open shell suites next to Boost Mobile, offering flexible leasing options. The open shell suites can be leased as a single 2,400 sqft unit or split into two 1,200 sqft units, catering to various business needs. Additionally, this property presents a rare chance to lease the drive-thru end cap space, which is expected to become available in Q3/Q4 of 2025. If you're looking to establish your business in a thriving, high- traffic area, this property offers unmatched potential. Don't miss out on leasing this prime real estate opportunity—contact us today for more details!

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-07-14