Overview

This sale is more than the transfer of a restaurant. It is the handoff of a proven, high-visibility business with a decade of goodwill already built in. Locations like this are almost never available, and established brands with this level of recognition are even rarer.

Marcos sits at the gateway to the Salinas Malecon, where daily traffic flows from residents, vacationers, weekend visitors, and the steady stream of people moving between the peninsula’s most popular beaches. Foot traffic is consistent year round, and the area is continuing to grow. You benefit from instant exposure, strong demand, and a community that already knows exactly where you are.

Marco's Pizza
Price
$28,000
Listing ID
CS2500058
Property Type
Restaurant
Listing Type
Commercial Sale
Status
Active
Images
10
Beds/Baths
-/2
Location Type
Urban
View Type
City View
Total Lot Size
1,959.02 sq ft (182.00 m²)

Description

This sale is more than the transfer of a restaurant. It is the handoff of a proven, high-visibility business with a decade of goodwill already built in. Locations like this are almost never available, and established brands with this level of recognition are even rarer.

Marcos sits at the gateway to the Salinas Malecon, where daily traffic flows from residents, vacationers, weekend visitors, and the steady stream of people moving between the peninsula’s most popular beaches. Foot traffic is consistent year round, and the area is continuing to grow. You benefit from instant exposure, strong demand, and a community that already knows exactly where you are.

A Brand With Real Staying Power

From the start, Marcos became part of the local rhythm. Its wood-fired oven, relaxed patio seating, and dependable quality made it a natural hub. People trust it. Families gather here. Expats treat it as their meeting spot. Tourists return because they remember the pizza. That kind of built-in loyalty normally takes years to develop, yet you walk in on day one with the advantage already secured.

Winning Best Pizza in Town and receiving constant media attention did not happen by accident. Marcos earned its place, and that reputation stays with the business. You can keep the brand intact and continue the story or reimagine the space while still benefiting from the steady stream of customers who already have the habit of stopping by.

Turnkey Means Momentum, Not Guesswork

Starting a restaurant from scratch is tough. Buying this one is smart. The infrastructure is complete, the kitchen is equipped, the layout is dialed in, and the systems are in place. The 3.5-ton oven alone is a powerhouse that sets you apart from day one. At 900F, it delivers a signature product fast enough to keep up with high-season demand. The BBQ station widens your menu options. The refrigeration, prep areas, and seating are ready. Even better, the patio is a natural draw in a coastal town like Salinas.

Equipment

Everything you need is already in place, including:

• 3.5-ton pizza oven reaching 900F

Bakes a pizza in 3 minutes, up to 60 pizzas per hour

• Brazilian charcoal BBQ station

• 12 kg commercial dough mixer

• Two cabinet refrigerators

• One domestic refrigerator

• Three burner cooking station

• Pizza making and serving stations

• Pizza plates, cabin, and full prep gear

• 10 tables with 46 patio seats

• Dough mixing and dishwashing station with grease trap

Everything here works, and everything stays. You get the benefit of years of refinement without the cost or the headaches.

Room to Grow

Marcos already performs as a popular neighborhood pizzeria, but there is room to expand in several directions:

• Add delivery or partner with delivery apps

• Extend hours into late evening

• Introduce themed nights or live music

• Build out a stronger online presence

• Experiment with new menu items that leverage the oven and BBQ

• Host community events, expat meetups, or private parties

Because the customer base is established, every new idea starts with traction already built in.

A Fair Price for a Rare Asset

You are not just buying equipment. You are buying reputation, location, visibility, and momentum at a price far below the true value. The seller is offering this at a very reasonable figure to encourage a smooth transition. Opportunities like this typically get snapped up fast because they deliver both immediate income potential and long-term stability.

Details

Number of Full Bathrooms
2
Total Interior Area
1,959.02 sq ft (182.00 m²)
Total Lot Size
1,959.02 sq ft (182.00 m²)
Number of Stories
1
Roof Type
Concrete Flat Roof
Floor Covering
Tile
Construction Type
Concrete
Construction Status
Completed
Year Built
2013
Appliances Included
Grill, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove
Air Condition & Heating
No
Furnished Type
Fully
Pool
No
Jacuzzi
No
Parking
No
Location
Salinas, Salinas, Santa Elena, Ecuador
Country
Ecuador
State
Santa Elena
County
Salinas
City/Town
Salinas
Location Type
Urban
Geographic Type
Coast
View Type
City View
Interior Features Included
Gourmet Kitchen, Separate Dining Room
Exterior Features Included
Outside Seating-Area
Security Features
Perimeter Fencing
Street Access Type
Paved Road
Type of Water
City Water
Type of Electricity
Public
Type of Sewer
Public
Internet Available
-
Television Available
-

Pictures

Marco's Pizza Exterior Seating Area Marco's Brand Reputation As A Family Run Restaurant The Crown Jewel A 3.5 Ton Pizza Oven Prep Station Lots Of Prep Room Ready For The Oven! Lots Of Seating Marco'sLocation The Best Brand In Town

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