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2 Baths
5,568 sqft

$2,440,000

1630 E 16th EXT Street, Dubuque IA, 52001

Price per sqft$438.22
Built in2005
Property size5,568 sqft
Property typeCommercial
Courtesy of Equity Real Estate Group LLC, Troy Timmerman Listing Contact: 608-778-8224

Overview

Active

Listed Feb 15, 2026

Updated Apr 10

Catfish Charlies Restaurant and Bar including American Lady Cruises business opportunity! Your chance is here to own this thriving riverfront restaurant with a river cruise ship excursion business! This makes a rare opportunity to own one of Dubuque's most iconic and profitable dining, beverage and excursion establishments, Catfish Charlies and the American Lady! Nestled right on the banks of the Mississippi River, this well-established restaurant and excursion business boasts over 20 years of proven success and a loyal customer base that continues to grow. With a prime, high visibility location just off a major highway and minutes from some of Dubuque’s top attractions including the ImOn Arena & Event Center, The Mystique and Diamond Jo Casinos, The Mississippi River Museum, The Millwork District, 5 Flags Event Center, along with the nearby campground and numerous popular marinas will ensure success continues here. Catfish Charlies offers an array of popular food choices with a full bar and indooor and outdoor seating areas. The Amercian Lady cruise ship offers sightseeing, dinner and happy hour cruises. The property benefits from a constant flow of local and tourist traffic year around. Even better, it's accessible by both vehicle and boat, drawing visitors from near and far. Whether you're a restaurateur or an investor seeking a standout property with incredible growth potential, this is a must see. Rarely does a property of this quality and location paired with a thriving, turn-key business come to market. This creates a unique and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure such an asset in one of Dubuque’s most sought after areas. The sale offering is the result of the principals’ succession planning and retirement. Ownership is highly motivated to execute a transaction and will support a seamless transition.

Additional information

MLS® ID
153963

Interior Features

Bathrooms
2
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Other Property Details

Association Fee Frequency
Yearly
Garage
Yes
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