Prime Franklinton Restaurant Space Hits the Market: A Turnkey Opportunity for Expanding Brands
Columbus operators looking for a flagship location in one of the city’s fastest‑growing districts, Scioto Peninsula district, now have access to a rare, fully built‑out restaurant and bar space in the heart of Franklinton. The former BrewDog space at 463 W Town St is officially available for lease or sale, offering a move‑in‑ready footprint in the Downtown Columbus border surrounded by some of the strongest cultural, residential, and commercial momentum in Central Ohio.
This property functions as both a turnkey restaurant site and a high‑value retail leasing opportunity in the Franklinton corridor. The C‑4 zoning and open floorplan give retailers, experiential concepts, and hybrid food‑and‑retail operators the visibility, flexibility, and foot‑traffic advantages they need to scale in Columbus’ fastest‑growing urban district.
While the space was formerly occupied by a national brewery brand, this opportunity is designed for the next wave of restaurants, bars, retail concepts, and experiential operators ready to capitalize on the neighborhood’s rapid rise.
Opening a new restaurant in Columbus typically requires 6–12 months of buildout and six‑figure capital investment. This space eliminates those delays. With the kitchen, bar, rooftop, mechanicals, and utilities already in place, operators can launch significantly faster and with dramatically lower upfront costs.
A True Turnkey Restaurant and Bar in a High‑Growth Corridor
Unlike typical second‑generation spaces, this property eliminates nearly all of the upfront cost and lead time associated with opening a new location. The building was fully renovated in 2018. The result is a 4,936 SF freestanding restaurant space positioned to help operators open faster and more cost‑effectively in a neighborhood where demand and foot traffic continue to climb.
Schedule a private tour or request the full retail leasing brochure for 463 W Town St.
Scott Steidel, Senior Vice President
614.404.1423
Scott@RothREGGroup.com
Full commercial kitchen
Bar infrastructure and service lines
Hood system, dishwashing, storage, and utilities
Grease trap and floor drains
HVAC and mechanicals in place
Indoor‑outdoor flow
Expansive rooftop patio engineered for year‑round usability
Why Franklinton Is One of the Most Attractive Locations in Columbus
463 W Town St in the Heart of the East Franklinton corridor
Franklinton has transformed into a creative, culinary, and cultural hub. Operators are choosing this district for one reason: it delivers both visibility and audience. The area draws residents, office workers, hotel guests, event traffic, and thousands of weekly visitors.
This corridor has also become a focus point for retail leasing in Columbus, driven by rapid residential growth, creative office users, and destination anchors like Gravity and The Peninsula.
Key traffic drivers surrounding the site include:
Gravity Phases I and II
The Peninsula development
CoverMyMeds HQ
400 West Rich and Chromedge
The Junto Hotel
COSI
Land‑Grant Brewing, Milo’s Deli and more
Franklinton continues to attract chef‑driven concepts, breweries, entertainment operators, and experiential retail brands seeking visibility in Columbus’ most creative district.
Franklinton Retail Market Overview
Franklinton has quickly become one of Columbus’ most in‑demand retail leasing districts, driven by a surge in new housing, creative office users, hospitality developments, and destination entertainment. Retail tenants benefit from walkability, visibility, and steady foot traffic created by Gravity, The Peninsula, COSI, and The Junto Hotel.
Ideal Users for This Space
This listing is intentionally positioned for operators who want a high‑impact urban location without Multi‑Million‑Dollar buildout costs.
Top audiences include:
Restaurant groups expanding into Columbus
Brewery or taproom operators
Rooftop bar concepts
Coffee, café, or fast‑casual brands
Entertainment or hybrid retail operators
Chef‑driven concepts seeking a flagship
National and regional brands entering the market
Local operators outgrowing their current footprint
The space also appeals to retail tenants evaluating retail leasing in Columbus, especially those seeking visibility, walkability, and flexible open‑plan layouts.
Potential concepts that perform well in this corridor:
Full‑service restaurants
Taprooms and breweries
Cocktail or wine bars
Rooftop dining concepts
Hybrid retail or experiential spaces
Fast‑casual brands with patio‑driven concepts
Coffee or brunch concepts capitalizing on daytime foot traffic
The space is zoned C‑4 Regional Commercial, allowing for restaurant, retail, entertainment, and creative use formats.
Retail space near Gravity and The Peninsula
Why Operators Choose This Location
This location delivers multiple advantages that directly impact sales, brand visibility, and operational performance.
Location advantages:
Reduced time‑to‑open due to full buildout
High‑visibility corner in Columbus’ fastest‑growing district
Walkable environment surrounded by anchors
Fast‑growing residential base
Proximity to downtown without downtown rent premiums
Strong daytime and evening audience
Rooftop patio adds premium revenue opportunities
Significantly reduced time‑to‑open due to existing infrastructure
Surrounded by Gravity, The Peninsula, COSI, and major employers
Ideal for restaurant, bar, brewery, or experiential retail concepts
Property Quick Facts
Address: 463 W Town St, Columbus, OH 43215
Building Size: 4,936 SF
Lease Type: NNN
Rate: $32.50/SF/YR
Availability: February 2026
Zoning: C‑4 Regional Commercial
Rooftop patio included
Fully renovated in 2018
Parking onsite and nearby
Who Should Tour This Space Immediately
This is one of the most strategically positioned restaurant opportunities currently available in Columbus.
Operators who will benefit most include:
Groups preparing for 2026 expansion
Brands seeking a quick turnaround and lower upfront cost
Concepts requiring a patio or rooftop component
Operators wanting high visibility and walkability
Tenants targeting Franklinton, The Peninsula, Downtown, and the Scioto corridor
With infrastructure already in place, brands can transition from lease signing to opening significantly faster than a ground‑up or shell‑space build.
Why This Space Stands Out in Today’s Columbus Market
Columbus continues to be recognized nationally as an emerging food, beverage, and creative market. Franklinton sits at the center of that growth, offering operators.
Franklinton offers:
A built‑in audience
A cultural identity that supports experiential concepts
Strong local and national brand synergy
A district with long‑term upward trajectory
For restaurant and retail groups evaluating Columbus, Franklinton remains one of the most strategic landing spots.
Its location, visibility, and flexibility make it a competitive choice for brands comparing retail leasing in Columbus’ urban districts.
Roth Integrated Marketing Advantage
Operators launching in this space can access in‑house branding, website, digital ads, signage, photography, and launch strategy through Roth Integrated Marketing — a unique service not offered by any other Columbus CRE firm.
Prime Retail Space Now Leasing at 463 w town st
This is one of the few rooftop‑enabled, turnkey restaurant opportunities in Columbus’ urban core. Interest is already active. Operators planning to expand in 2025–2026 should schedule a tour early to secure the location.
View the 463 W Town St. Marketing Package
Schedule a Tour or Request the Full retail leasing Brochure
Tours are now being scheduled and inquiries are active.
Contact
Scott Steidel
Senior Vice President, Roth Real Estate Group
614.404.1423
Scott@RothREGGroup.com
FAQS
What equipment and infrastructure are included?
The space is fully built‑out as a second‑generation restaurant with:
Full commercial kitchen including hood system, dishwashing, storage, and prep areas
Bar infrastructure with service lines already installed
Grease trap, floor drains, and key utilities required for F&B operations
HVAC and mechanical systems in excellent condition from the 2018 renovation
Rooftop deck engineered with slatted wood for drainage and year‑round usability
This significantly reduces buildout cost and time‑to‑open.
What types of concepts are best suited for this space?
This location is ideal for:
Full‑service restaurants
Breweries, taprooms, or bars
Fast‑casual or café concepts
Rooftop‑driven dining, cocktail, or entertainment brands
Experiential retail or hybrid retail‑food concepts
Creative studio, gallery, or event‑driven operators
The C‑4 Regional Commercial zoning supports restaurant, retail, entertainment, and creative use flexibility.
When is the space available?
The space is available beginning February 2026.
Is the rooftop patio fully operational?
Yes. The rooftop patio was part of the 2018 renovation and includes:
Slatted wood decking designed to prevent water pooling
Structural design for four‑season usability and guest comfort
This makes it one of the few operational rooftop dining/bar environments in Columbus’ urban districts.