Slocums – A Rare Restaurant Opportunity in Mammoth (Formerly Slocums Grill & Bar)
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For 35 years, Slocums Grill & Bar was a Mammoth Lakes institution. Locals celebrated milestones there, visitors made it their “first stop in town,” and the location became one of the most recognizable restaurant addresses in Mammoth. For locals it was the “Cheers” of Mammoth Lakes.
Today, that same site, 3221 Main Street, is available for purchase at $1,250,000, and it represents one of the last true, prime restaurant locations remaining in Mammoth Lakes.
Why this property matters right now
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Over the past several years, Mammoth has lost a surprising number of well-loved restaurants. Not because demand has disappeared, demand is still incredibly strong, but due to unrelated circumstances:
- owner retirement
- redevelopment of existing buildings
- changes in business plans
- aging facilities that were never replaced
Just a few of the notable closures include:
Petras, Nevados, Slocums, Ramenya, Red Lantern, Jimmy’s, and Shogun.
Each time one closed, two things became clear:
- The demand for quality dining didn’t go away.
- The number of available restaurant spaces shrank.
Today, Mammoth continues to experience high visitor volume and strong local support for restaurants, but barriers such as limited locations, construction costs, and lack of second-generation restaurant space have kept new operators from stepping in.
That is exactly why 3221 Main Street stands out.
What makes 3221 Main Street special
This property checks nearly every box restauranteurs look for but struggle to find in Mammoth:
- 450 new workforce housing units being constructed adjacent
- 100 feet of Main Street frontage
- heavy year-round traffic exposure
- private parking, approx. 35 onsite spaces, plus additional public parking nearby
- central location between town entry and The Village
- zoned Commercial General, allowing flexible uses
- proven successful restaurant location
- Type-47 liquor license available with the sale
The building is approximately 4,989 sq. ft. on a .52-acre parcel, offering room for seating, bar, kitchen, and concept flexibility.
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Renovate or redevelop, both paths work
The property does require significant remodeling, and buyers should expect to upgrade or reimagine the structure.
There are two realistic directions:
Option 1 — Renovate the existing restaurant building
Bring the classic site back to life with:
- refreshed interior and kitchen
- modernized restrooms
- updated mechanical systems
- new branding and concept
This path preserves the Main Street footprint and private parking advantage while capitalizing on Mammoth’s pent-up restaurant demand.
Option 2 — Redevelop with a brand-new concept
The parcel, parking, and zoning also make sense for:
- new-construction restaurant
- brewery/taproom concept
- food-and-entertainment venue
- mixed-use retail + food service combination
Given limited available commercial land in Mammoth Lakes, redevelopment on Main Street is a compelling long-term play.
Why restaurant demand remains strong in Mammoth
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Mammoth Lakes continues to benefit from:
- the Ikon Pass bringing consistent seasonal visitors
- growth of year-round tourism (mountain biking, fishing, festivals, hiking)
- expansion of air service through Bishop
- constrained real estate supply due to surrounding public land
- strong local customer base
In short, this town eats out. A lot.
The challenge has not been finding diners; it has been finding space.
The bottom line
3221 Main Street offers something increasingly rare in Mammoth Lakes:
A proven, visible, accessible restaurant site in the heart of town with parking, zoning flexibility, and a history of successful operation.
For an operator with vision, whether to revive a Mammoth classic or introduce something completely new, this location is absolutely worth a closer look.
Contact us for more information TODAY and don’t miss this amazing opportunity, this could be your chance to create something unique!
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