7550 N Broadway, Red Hook

The Historic Village Diner is a recognized local landmark that has operated continuously for over 40 years. Built in Paterson, New Jersey in 1927, this original Silk City Diner is a notable example of early twentieth-century American roadside architecture. It was the first diner in New York State and the fourth in the country to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Being offered as a turnkey sale, the offering includes the business, furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and real estate. The attached kitchen features generous storage, a walk-in refrigerator and freezer, basement with office space, and a private parking lot with 18 spaces. Seating for 70 includes a separate dining room. Positioned in the center of the village, the location offers convenient access to the Taconic State Parkway and is moments from Rhinebeck, Kingston, and Bard College. Nearby destinations include the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, and popular Hudson Valley attractions that draw visitors throughout the year. Surrounded by farm markets, orchards, hiking trails, and the cultural energy of nearby river towns, the setting benefits from both local traffic and a steady stream of weekend and seasonal visitors. The diner has been featured in local and national publications, on Food Network, the Transatlantic Diner series, television productions, and commercial shoots.
With strong cash flow, established operations, and room for future growth, this is an opportunity to take the reins of a recognized destination and make it your own. The property offers continued potential along with recent improvements including connection to the newly expanded sewer district, a new HVAC system, and updated compressors. A nationally recognized historic diner with decades of operating history and a prominent presence within the community.