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Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

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Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. New in 2024 a Wastewater Treatment and Dispersal Plant.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Back yard

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Corner lot with parking on and off street.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Signage makes this visible to passerbys.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Private Entrance to the Cafe, and covered entrance to the bar.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Parking lot, Side Deck and storage shed.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. In the distance you can see the desirable Lake Winnie. Brining in fishing and water enthusiasts all year long.

At Lake Winnie Looking to the Bar and Grill
Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Highway 2 Bena is located Between the extended cities of Bemidji and Grand Rapids. The nearest towns are Deer River and Cass Lake. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Floor plan showing dimensions of the main floor only.

Updated Bar area and layout. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Bar is spacious with plenty of seating

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Plenty of TV's for viewing sports.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Dedicated space for Off-Sale liquor

Adequate Cooler retail space to carry a wide selection of products. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Large bar and plenty of space for staff to maneuver quickly and easily.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Center cooler is updated recently.

Hightop tables provide ample bar space seating. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Gaming! These machines bring in the customers!

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Gaming.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. A wide array of customers enjoy the space.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. The Cafe offers a cozy atmosphere and great food.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Cozy and Comforting Cafe.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Cafe area.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. The nostalgic Cafe Counter. A great place to enjoy conversation and a coffee.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Commercial kitchen with updated equipment.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Dishwasher in the commercial kitchen

Updated Pre cooler in the commercial kitchen.Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Side Deck, with Ice for retail sales. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Corner lot and convenient access to on and off street parking

Ramp to Bar area off of Co 8. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Walk in Beer cooler
Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Walk in Cooler for Storage
Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Men's and Women's restrooms are both located on the main floor off of the bar area. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Mens' Restroom just off the bar. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Restroom located just off of the Cafe area. Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2.

Welcome to The Big Winnie Bar and Cafe located in Bena, Minnesota Just off of Highway 2. Looking to Highway 2.

Property Type: Commercial Square Footage: 6,068 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 26,136 Status: Active

Current Price: $775,000 List Date: 7/07/2026 Last Modified: 7/07/2026

Overview

Description

Rare opportunity to own one of northern Minnesota's long-standing destination businesses! The Big Winnie Bar & Café has proudly served locals and visitors alike since 1982, remaining in the same family for over 40 years. Ideally situated on approximately 0.60 acres just off US Highway 2, this highly visible location benefits from approximately 20,000 vehicles passing daily, making it an excellent location for continued growth and exposure. Inventory, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings area all included. Making this a complete turn-key business operation! This well-maintained finished 3,900+ square foot commercial property has been thoughtfully updated and is truly a turnkey operation. The restaurant is currently open seven days a week and features an updated commercial kitchen complete with flat-top griddle, burners, double ovens, hood vent, fryers, prep cooler, commercial dishwasher, upright refrigeration, storage, kitchen small-wares, dining equipment, and remaining inventory at ... (Read more) Rare opportunity to own one of northern Minnesota's long-standing destination businesses! The Big Winnie Bar & Café has proudly served locals and visitors alike since 1982, remaining in the same family for over 40 years. Ideally situated on approximately 0.60 acres just off US Highway 2, this highly visible location benefits from approximately 20,000 vehicles passing daily, making it an excellent location for continued growth and exposure. Inventory, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings area all included. Making this a complete turn-key business operation! This well-maintained finished 3,900+ square foot commercial property has been thoughtfully updated and is truly a turnkey operation. The restaurant is currently open seven days a week and features an updated commercial kitchen complete with flat-top griddle, burners, double ovens, hood vent, fryers, prep cooler, commercial dishwasher, upright refrigeration, storage, kitchen small-wares, dining equipment, and remaining inventory at closing. The restaurant offers both its own public entrance as well as direct access to the adjoining bar. The updated bar area offers new flooring, wall coverings, seating, tables, beverage cooler, and a mini-split heating and cooling system, creating an inviting atmosphere for customers year-round. A walk in cooler is located just off the bar area for convenience and storage. Designed to maximize every square foot and multiple revenue streams, the business currently offers full food service, bar service, off-sale liquor sales, gaming machines, paper pull tabs, and popular community events including meat raffles that help generate repeat business and strong customer traffic. The established reputation and loyal customer base continue to make this one of the area's favorite gathering places. Additional features include an unfinished concrete block basement ideal for storage or future office space, walk-in coolers, ample on-site and off-street parking, and a recently installed Wastewater Treatment & Dispersal System (2024) representing an investment of approximately $120,000. Employees may be interested in remaining with the business, allowing for a smooth ownership transition. Seller financing may be available to qualified buyers. Located just minutes from beautiful Lake Winnibigoshish, one of Minnesota's premier fishing and recreation destinations, and surrounded by resorts, ATV trails, snowmobile trails, hunting, fishing, and year-round tourism, this is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to step into an established, profitable business with room to grow.

Listing Details MLS# 7105368

General Property Information

Lot Measurement: Acres
Multiple PIDs?: No
Other Parking Spaces: 30
Owner Occupied: Yes
Waterfront YN: No
Year Built: 1982
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Business/Commercial
Foundation Size: 3908
For Sale or Lease: For Sale
Acres: 0.6
Lot Dimensions: 150x300
Assessment Pending: No
Garage Stalls: 0

Property Features

Accessible: No Stairs Internal; Wheelchair Ramp Air Conditioning: Ductless; Window Unit(s) Appliances: Dishwasher; Double Oven; Freezer; Indoor Grill; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator Basement: Concrete Block; Full; Unfinished CMU Style: Business Opportunity; Other Commercial Kitchen Appliances: Cookware/Utensils; Dishwasher; Flat Top; Freezer; Fryer; Grill; Ice Machine; Oven; Pre-Piped Fire Suppression System; Prep Station; Refrigerator; Shelving and Racks; Walk-In Cooler/Freezer Construction Materials: Frame Construction Status: Previously Owned Current Use: Food Service; Other; Restaurant; Tavern/Lounge Exterior: Concrete; Fiber Board; Wood Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Vinyl/Linoleum Foundation: Concrete Block Fuel: Propane Heating: Forced Air Loan Terms: Cash; Conventional; Other Location Description: Free Standing; Other/See Remarks Miscellaneous Information: Building Sign; Exterior Lighting; Kitchen Facilities On Site Utilities: Electric Separate Parking Characteristics: Parking Lot; Gravel Lot; Off Site Potential Use: Grocery; Lounge/Bar; Other; Rest/Lounge; Restaurant Road Frontage: County Road Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Roof: Asphalt Shingles Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic System Compliant - Yes Stories: One Topography: Level Wall Description: Finished Water: Well

Contract Information

Contingency: None
ListPrice: 775000
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No

Location Tax and Other Information

Postal City: Bena
County: Cass
State: MN
Zip Code: 56626
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Original

Assessments

Tax With Assessments: 1428
Assessment Balance: 0

Basement

Foundation Dimensions: 54x40
Concrete Block: Yes
Full: Yes
Unfinished: Yes

More Information

Building Information

Building Finished SqFt: 3908
Building SqFt: 6068

Lease Details

Land Leased: Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

Homestead: No
Building Sign: Yes
Exterior Lighting: Yes
Kitchen Facilities: Yes

Ownership

Fractional Ownership: No

Public Survey Info

Range#: 28
Section#: 27
Township#: 145

Sale Options

Sale Includes: Building, Business Assets, Business, Fixture/Equipment, Inventory, Land, Liquor License

Unit Details

Total Units: Yes

Office/Member Info

Association: NWMAR

Location, Tax and Other Information

Legal Description: LOTS 1 THRU 6 BLK 1 & ADJ VAC ALLEY, O P
Listing City: Bena
Map Page: 999
Municipality: Bena
School District: Cass Lake-Bena Schools
School District Phone: 218-335-2204
Zip Plus 4: 38
Property ID Number: 833370110
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Amount: 1233
In Foreclosure?: No
Potential Short Sale?: No
Lender Owned?: No

Directions & Remarks

Public Remarks: Rare opportunity to own one of northern Minnesota's long-standing destination businesses! The Big Winnie Bar & Café has proudly served locals and visitors alike since 1982, remaining in the same family for over 40 years. Ideally situated on approximately 0.60 acres just off US Highway 2, this highly visible location benefits from approximately 20,000 vehicles passing daily, making it an excellent location for continued growth and exposure. Inventory, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings area all included. Making this a complete turn-key business operation! This well-maintained finished 3,900+ square foot commercial property has been thoughtfully updated and is truly a turnkey operation. The restaurant is currently open seven days a week and features an updated commercial kitchen complete with flat-top griddle, burners, double ovens, hood vent, fryers, prep cooler, commercial dishwasher, upright refrigeration, storage, kitchen small-wares, dining equipment, and remaining inventory at closing. The restaurant offers both its own public entrance as well as direct access to the adjoining bar. The updated bar area offers new flooring, wall coverings, seating, tables, beverage cooler, and a mini-split heating and cooling system, creating an inviting atmosphere for customers year-round. A walk in cooler is located just off the bar area for convenience and storage. Designed to maximize every square foot and multiple revenue streams, the business currently offers full food service, bar service, off-sale liquor sales, gaming machines, paper pull tabs, and popular community events including meat raffles that help generate repeat business and strong customer traffic. The established reputation and loyal customer base continue to make this one of the area's favorite gathering places. Additional features include an unfinished concrete block basement ideal for storage or future office space, walk-in coolers, ample on-site and off-street parking, and a recently installed Wastewater Treatment & Dispersal System (2024) representing an investment of approximately $120,000. Employees may be interested in remaining with the business, allowing for a smooth ownership transition. Seller financing may be available to qualified buyers. Located just minutes from beautiful Lake Winnibigoshish, one of Minnesota's premier fishing and recreation destinations, and surrounded by resorts, ATV trails, snowmobile trails, hunting, fishing, and year-round tourism, this is an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to step into an established, profitable business with room to grow.
Directions: Highway 2 to Co 8

Accessible

No Stairs Internal: Yes
Wheelchair Ramp: Yes

Air Conditioning

Ductless: Yes
Window Unit(s): Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Double Oven: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Indoor Grill: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes

Construction Materials

Frame: Yes

Construction Status

Previously Owned: Yes

Exterior

Concrete: Yes
Fiber Board: Yes
Wood: Yes

Flooring

Carpet: Yes
Tile: Yes
Vinyl/Linoleum: Yes

Foundation

Concrete Block: Yes

Fuel

Propane: Yes

Heating

Forced Air: Yes

Parking Characteristics

Parking Lot: Yes
Gravel Lot: Yes
Off Site: Yes

Road Frontage

County Road: Yes

Road Responsibility

Public Maintained Road: Yes

Roof

Asphalt Shingles: Yes

Sewer

Private Sewer: Yes
Septic System Compliant - Yes: Yes

Stories

One: Yes

Topography

Level: Yes

Wall Description

Finished: Yes

Water

Well: Yes

No. of Ranges

One: Yes

On Site Utilities

Electric Separate: Yes

CMU Style

Business Opportunity: Yes
Other: Yes

Commercial Kitchen Appliances

Cookware/Utensils: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Flat Top: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Fryer: Yes
Grill: Yes
Ice Machine: Yes
Oven: Yes
Pre-Piped Fire Suppression System: Yes
Prep Station: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Shelving and Racks: Yes
Walk-In Cooler/Freezer: Yes

Current Use

Food Service: Yes
Other: Yes
Restaurant: Yes
Tavern/Lounge: Yes

Loan Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes
Other: Yes

Location Description

Free Standing: Yes
Other/See Remarks: Yes

Potential Use

Grocery: Yes
Lounge/Bar: Yes
Other: Yes
Rest/Lounge: Yes
Restaurant: Yes

Listing Office: Headwaters Realty Services LLC

Last Updated: July - 07 - 2026

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