13 Turn Key Restaurants for Lease in Virginia, USA

Emporia Retail for Lease

Emporia Commons Shopping Center is a bustling retail center in the Emporia-Greensville region of Virginia, at the confluence of Interstate 95 and US Route 58. This well-trafficked neighborhood center boasts welcoming storefronts with large windows allowing abundant natural light and efficient floor plans. A variety of retail suites ranging in square footage are available to best fit business needs, including move-in-ready opportunities. Situated on a spacious lot, the property has ample on-site surface parking for visitors and employees.   This well-located and easily accessible property is adjacent to a 109,000-square-foot Walmart Supercenter and surrounded by various national and local retailers. Emporia Commons Shopping Center is home to a diverse tenant mix, including Food Lion, T-Mobile, Hibbett Sports, Family Dollar, Starbucks, KFC, Burger King, and more. With optimal visibility from Interstate 95 and US Route 58, this center is positioned along a prominent commercial corridor, providing prime signage opportunities and exposure to over 34,000 vehicles per day. Emporia Commons Shopping Center benefits from immediate access to Interstate 95, which delivers an unmatched north-south connection to the entire East Coast.

Date on Market:

2025-07-18

Manassas Retail for Lease

Date on Market:

2026-04-23

Chester Retail for Lease - Iron Bridge Corridor

Date on Market:

2026-04-17

Charlottesville Retail for Lease

2,000 SF Turnkey Restaurant/Retail Space: - Endcap unit with Seminole Trail/29N visibility - 52,000 vehicles per day - Efficient layout with ample natural light - Hood in place - Great parking for customers - Across from Walmart, Flow Toyota/Subaru, adjacent UVA Medical offices - Available now at $32/SF NNN

Date on Market:

2026-03-02

Richmond Retail for Lease - Shockoe Bottom

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2026-02-23

Richmond Retail for Lease - CBD

Situated in the prestigious Vistas on the James building in Downtown Richmond, this turnkey upscale boutique restaurant venue offers a rare opportunity along the Canal Walk — the only dining establishment in this iconic location. Overlooking the historic convergence of the Canal Walk, Richmond Slave Trail, Turning Basin, and Canal Boat Dock, the venue enjoys unmatched visibility in one of the city's most scenic and culturally significant corridors. With steady foot traffic from tourists, residents, and professionals, it’s ideally positioned for success. Featuring panoramic canal views, close proximity to Brown’s Island and Shockoe Slip, and surrounded by upscale condominiums and office towers, this is an exceptional chance to create a refined dining experience in one of Richmond’s most vibrant riverfront destinations.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-08-26

Hampton Retail for Lease - Coliseum Central

Peninsula Town Center is conveniently located at Interstate 64 and Mercury Boulevard; the primary East-West corridor for the Hampton Roads (Virginia Beach, Norfolk-Newport News) market. The center is a retail hub including anchors Target, H&M, Forever 21, PetSmart, JCPenney, Barnes & Noble, and Studio Movie Grill. Peninsula Town Center is ideally situated to attract shoppers from the entire Hampton Roads market. Positioned in front of the highest traffic count on I-64 between Hampton Roads and Richmond, it is within easy grasp of commuters as well as residents.

Date on Market:

2026-05-04

South Boston Retail for Lease

3508 Old Halifax Road is a standalone, single-tenant retail building located in a high-traffic commercial corridor in South Boston, Virginia. Constructed in 2015, the 1,200-square-foot property was formerly occupied by Little Caesars Pizza and is delivered as a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant, ideal for quick-service or fast-casual users seeking immediate operational capability.

Date on Market:

2026-03-18

Radford Retail for Lease

Premier Restaurant Site – 33 West Main Street This approximately 6,500 SF former Applebee’s sits on a highly visible corner parcel in the City of Radford, offering excellent exposure from West Main Street and Route 11 near the New River Bridge. With approximately 45,000 vehicles per day passing the site, the location benefits from strong traffic flow, abundant visibility, and immediate access to major corridors and nearby residential and commercial areas. The property includes 98 dedicated parking spaces and offers excellent signage opportunities. The space is fully built out as a turnkey restaurant with all furniture, fixtures, and kitchen equipment conveying in working order. The existing layout includes a complete dining room build-out, full kitchen infrastructure, and all major mechanicals in place. It can be utilized immediately “AS IS” or reconfigured to suit a long-term tenant’s needs, with potential to add a single or double drive-thru for enhanced convenience. Lease rate is negotiable within the range of $18–$27/SF/Year NNN , offering strong value for a ready-to-operate restaurant opportunity. The combination of location, visibility, traffic count, parking capacity, and turnkey infrastructure makes this an ideal site to replace the prior Applebee’s or accommodate another full-service, quick-service, or franchise restaurant concept.

Date on Market:

2025-12-02

Haymarket Retail for Lease - Route 29/I-66 Corridor

osition your business in one of Haymarket’s most vibrant retail destinations. This fully built-out restaurant space offers exceptional visibility within Haymarket Village Center, a thriving hub anchored by national retailers and surrounded by strong residential growth. The property features modern finishes, turnkey kitchen infrastructure, and ample parking, making it ideal for operators seeking immediate occupancy and minimal build-out costs. Located just off major commuter routes, the center provides seamless access to Route 15 and I-66, connecting you to Northern Virginia’s affluent neighborhoods and high-traffic corridors. The area boasts strong demographics, with high household incomes and steady population growth fueling demand for quality dining and retail experiences. The space benefits from an established co-tenancy mix, ensuring consistent foot traffic and brand exposure. With a long-term NNN lease structure and competitive rental terms, this opportunity combines operational convenience with strategic positioning in a dynamic retail environment.

Date on Market:

2025-11-21

Norfolk Retail for Lease - Norfolk-ODU/Ghent

The location provides excellent visibility along Granby Street, a major thoroughfare connecting to Downtown Norfolk and key neighborhoods such as Ghent and Colonial Place. Tenants will benefit from strong area demographics, with over 122,000 residents and 70,000 employees within three miles, as well as proximity to popular attractions like the Virginia Zoo and Old Dominion University. City parking is readily available along the street and in a nearby lot, ensuring easy access for customers.

Date on Market:

2025-06-27

Waynesboro Retail for Lease

Waynesboro Commons is a retail shopping center situated at 109 Lew Dewitt Blvd in Waynesboro, Virginia. The property occupies 7.40 acres and includes a 52,415 sq. ft. retail building constructed in 1993. It is positioned at the intersection of Lew Dewitt Boulevard and West Main Street, offering four access points and 296 parking spaces. The site is approximately 1.5 miles from Interstate 64 and is located within the Waynesboro-Staunton metropolitan statistical area.

Date on Market:

2025-03-20

Norfolk Retail for Lease - Airport/Northampton

Situated at the corner of 943 E Ocean View Ave & Chesapeake St, this restaurant property offers exceptional visibility and proximity to the Virginia Beach waterfront. The space is fully built out for food service use, allowing an operator to step into an existing restaurant setup with minimal startup time. Its coastal location, strong traffic exposure, and on-site parking make it a compelling opportunity for restaurant, bar, or hospitality concepts.

Date on Market:

2026-04-06