$1,275,000
About this home
75 Years of History Available for the First time in Decades! The Iconic Citi Drive-In/670 on Oak Tavern and Grille: A Rare Legacy Opportunity Own a Piece of History—While You Make Your Own. For the first time in decades, the legendary City Drive-In/670 on Oak Tavern and Grille is available for acquisition. A cornerstone of the community for over 75 years, this is a rare, turn-key, and highly profitable enterprise. This offering is a comprehensive package, including the prime real estate and over $230,000 in tangible assets. Asset list is attached. Location & Real Estate: -Situated in a high-visibility corridor with a steady traffic count of 4,800 vehicles daily, this property offers consistent exposure to both local residents and passing travelers. The sale includes the land and the multi-building facility, ensuring your investment is backed by significant real estate value. The Multi-Faceted Facility: -The Original Grill: The heart of the operation, housing the main kitchen, counter service, and high-traffic takeout. -670 Oak Avenue: The expansive indoor dining venue featuring a full-service bar. All ABC permits are current and in place. -The Awning: Preserving the classic Americana experience with traditional curbside dining. -The Entertainment Hub: A dedicated area for live music, appetizers, and cocktails. Proven Revenue Streams -Established Event Venue: The primary destination for regional festivals, car/bike shows, and wedding receptions. -Full-Scale Catering: A robust service line for corporate meetings, community events, and weddings. -Weekly Staples: High-engagement programming including Karaoke and Trivia nights. Investment Highlights -Total Asset Inclusion: Sale includes all real estate and over $230,000 in equipment and assets. -Turn-Key Operation: Move forward immediately with all equipment, ABC permits, and branding in place. -75+ Year Legacy: Benefit from immense brand equity and a loyal, multi-generational customer base. Note: Financials are available. A signed NDA is required before showing and any financial information is released.
Property details
- MLS
- Canopy MLS
- MLS #
- CAR4386676
- Property type
- Food/Beverage
- Subdivision
- N/A
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 43
- On market date
- May 27, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- 50
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
Get directions →Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.4:1
- District
- Mitchell County Schools
- Enrollment
- 208
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
- District
- Mitchell County Schools
- Enrollment
- 113
- Student:teacher ratio
- 22.6:1
- District
- Mitchell County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Spruce Pine's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Spruce Pine, from live MLS data.
Mortgage calculator
Estimate only - actual rate and payment depend on your lender, credit, and loan program.
Adjust tax / insurance estimates
Similar homes you might like
Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 10, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.