The Bendix Diner was built in 1947 and has been a staple of the area that it inhabits. Located north and southbound lanes of Route 17, it is seen by thousands every day. The iconic diner was shut down in January following safety issues regarding its fire suppression system.
The iconic diner has been featured in many television shows and movies, such as “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” and “The Many Saints of Newark”, among other projects. Lasting for decades, it has played a significant role in its community over the years. It has been a staple of that area.
The diner’s location makes it a perfect spot for many businesses to pursue. The minimum asking price is $2.5 million and anything from another diner to retail offices could be built there. Though, it will be hard for whatever is built to replicate the importance that the diner held.
IPRG will be the investment firm tasked with finding a buyer for the property. With tens of thousands of cars passing by every day, it should not be difficult to find businesses interested.