{"id":287821,"date":"2026-09-17T02:58:12","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T02:58:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/287821\/"},"modified":"2026-09-17T02:58:12","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T02:58:12","slug":"turnkey-opportunity-lehigh-valley-sports-bar-and-restaurant-up-for-sale-eat-sip-shop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/287821\/","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Turnkey opportunity\u2019: Lehigh Valley sports bar and restaurant up for sale | Eat, Sip, Shop"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>BETHLEHEM, Pa. \u2013 A popular spot serving up beers, burgers, baseball games and more is available for purchase in Northampton County.<\/p>\n<p>515 Main, a full-service sports bar and restaurant, is up for sale with a <a href=\"https:\/\/morganelliproperties.com\/listing-detail\/1189187737\/515-Main-ST-Bethlehem-City-PA?featureListingName=only%20team%20listings&amp;listingSort=RELEVANCE&amp;layoutType=grid&amp;mapType=grid&amp;page=2&amp;pageSize=24&amp;isSearching=true&amp;siteId=112301&amp;listingSource=only%20team%20listings&amp;condition=%7B%7D&amp;uiConfig=%7B%7D&amp;zoom=14&amp;mapSearch=false&amp;timeline=true&amp;listingSortOptions=[%7B%22label%22:%22Default%22,%22value%22:%22RELEVANCE%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Price-High%20To%20Low%22,%22value%22:%22PRICE_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Price-Low%20To%20High%22,%22value%22:%22PRICE_ASC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Newest%20Listings%22,%22value%22:%22MLS_LIST_DATE_L_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Beds%20(Most)%22,%22value%22:%22BEDROOMS_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Baths%20(Most)%22,%22value%22:%22BATHS_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Year%20Built%20(Newest)%22,%22value%22:%22BUILT_YEAR_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Square%20Feet%20(Biggest)%22,%22value%22:%22SQFT_DESC%22%7D]&amp;timezone=GMT-0400&amp;source=feature_listing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">listing<\/a> price of $799,000 at 515 Main St. in downtown Bethlehem.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAQAAAADCAQAAAAe\/WZNAAAAEElEQVR42mM8U88ABowYDABAxQPltt5zqAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"515.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive lazyload full blur\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1036\" data- data-\/><\/p>\n<p>             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/6aab3213ab9c4.image.jpg\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"104\" width=\"200\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The establishment <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wfmz.com\/features\/eat-sip-shop\/eat-sip-shop-new-downtown-bethlehem-sports-bar-scoring-points-with-foodies-and-football-fans\/article_4f677aa4-43a1-11ee-a757-4b9b08e533f7.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">opened in 2023<\/a> in a renovated space that previously housed Corked 2.0, a dining and nightlife venue.<\/p>\n<p>515 Main owner Chris Tiscio told 69 News that he\u2019s looking to retire from the restaurant and bar industry and spend more time with family.<\/p>\n<p>The business remains open and fully operational during the sale process.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI have grandkids and a son who is 5,\u201d Tiscio said. \u201cI want to be there when he\u2019s in sports and everything else as he grows up, and running a restaurant is just a lot.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The sale includes the business, Pennsylvania &#8220;R&#8221; liquor license, and an extensive inventory of equipment, furnishings and operating systems.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAQAAAADCAQAAAAe\/WZNAAAAEElEQVR42mM8U88ABowYDABAxQPltt5zqAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"515 Main\" class=\"img-responsive lazyload full blur\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data- data-\/><\/p>\n<p>             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/66fc2bfd1d395.image.jpg\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"113\" width=\"200\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                                    515 Main<\/p>\n<p>The real estate is not included in the sale. Seller financing\u00a0would be considered.<\/p>\n<p>Prospective buyers can reach out to listing agent Ryan Romeo with Morganelli Properties at 484-280-8704.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTurnkey opportunity to acquire an established restaurant and bar business in the heart of Historic Downtown Bethlehem,\u201d the <a href=\"https:\/\/morganelliproperties.com\/listing-detail\/1189187737\/515-Main-ST-Bethlehem-City-PA?featureListingName=only%20team%20listings&amp;listingSort=RELEVANCE&amp;layoutType=grid&amp;mapType=grid&amp;page=2&amp;pageSize=24&amp;isSearching=true&amp;siteId=112301&amp;listingSource=only%20team%20listings&amp;condition=%7B%7D&amp;uiConfig=%7B%7D&amp;zoom=14&amp;mapSearch=false&amp;timeline=true&amp;listingSortOptions=[%7B%22label%22:%22Default%22,%22value%22:%22RELEVANCE%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Price-High%20To%20Low%22,%22value%22:%22PRICE_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Price-Low%20To%20High%22,%22value%22:%22PRICE_ASC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Newest%20Listings%22,%22value%22:%22MLS_LIST_DATE_L_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Beds%20(Most)%22,%22value%22:%22BEDROOMS_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Baths%20(Most)%22,%22value%22:%22BATHS_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Year%20Built%20(Newest)%22,%22value%22:%22BUILT_YEAR_DESC%22%7D,%7B%22label%22:%22Square%20Feet%20(Biggest)%22,%22value%22:%22SQFT_DESC%22%7D]&amp;timezone=GMT-0400&amp;source=feature_listing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">listing<\/a> states.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOffering more than 12,000 square feet of dining, bar, kitchen, office, and storage space, this operation is positioned in one of the Lehigh Valley&#8217;s most active dining and entertainment districts.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Main Street space features two bars with a wide selection of beer taps, capacity of 324 patrons, numerous TVs with smart controls, a high-end audio system, computerized lighting, and an extensive security camera system with monitoring.<\/p>\n<p>A large, well-equipped commercial kitchen provides the \u201cinfrastructure and flexibility to accommodate a variety of concepts and high-volume operations,\u201d the listing states.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the lower level offers substantial storage, a finished office, two employee restrooms and additional space with potential for alternative uses.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAQAAAADCAQAAAAe\/WZNAAAAEElEQVR42mM8U88ABowYDABAxQPltt5zqAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"515 2.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive lazyload full blur\" width=\"1988\" height=\"1043\" data- data-\/><\/p>\n<p>             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/6aab3211563e0.image.jpg\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"105\" width=\"200\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The new owner could continue operating 515 Main in its current format or debut an entirely different concept, such as an Indian restaurant or steakhouse, Tiscio said.<\/p>\n<p>The prime location on downtown Bethlehem\u2019s Main Street is suitable for a wide array of uses, Tiscio added.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s a turn-key establishment, and they\u2019d also be buying the name,\u201d Tiscio said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSo, if they want to keep it as 515 Main, they\u2019re welcome to do so, but they\u2019re also welcome to pursue whatever concept they want.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Tiscio and a few partners took control of Corked in March 2020, at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n<p>The group was drawn to the Main Street spot due to its location in the heart of the city&#8217;s historic downtown, surrounded by a dynamic mix of retail stores, restaurants and tourist attractions.<\/p>\n<p>In opening 515 Main, they aimed to add even more vibrancy to the area with affordable, high-quality food and drinks, plenty of sports viewing opportunities, and nightlife entertainment on weekends.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAQAAAADCAQAAAAe\/WZNAAAAEElEQVR42mM8U88ABowYDABAxQPltt5zqAAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==\" alt=\"515 Main\" class=\"img-responsive lazyload full blur\" width=\"1175\" height=\"1762\" data- data-\/><\/p>\n<p>             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/64e9408c8bea2.image.jpg\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" loading=\"lazy\" height=\"300\" width=\"200\"\/><\/p>\n<p>515 Main, a sports bar and restaurant serving up a bevy of beers, burgers, baseball games and more, opened Aug. 4 at 515 Main St. in downtown Bethlehem. Pictured is a variety of appetizers and shareables.<\/p>\n<p>                                    515 Main<\/p>\n<p>The updated space features new booths, lighting, interior and exterior paint, and a state-of-the-art audio system, among other upgrades<\/p>\n<p>515 Main, showing a wide array of sports games via <a href=\"http:\/\/MLB.TV\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">MLB.TV<\/a>, NFL Sunday Ticket, and other packages, serves starters such as pretzel bites, cheesesteak egg rolls, loaded potato skins, and 4-cheese mac and cheese; handhelds such as a cheesesteak, crispy chicken wrap, and chicken parm or vodka parm sandwich; and burgers such as truffle, BBQ bacon, and 515 (diced jalapenos, tomato, onion, bacon, and gouda sauce).<\/p>\n<p>Other menu highlights include a wide array of salads, specialty fries, tacos and quesadillas, chicken finger or shrimp baskets, and classic or boneless wings in choice of sauce.<\/p>\n<p>The restaurant also offers outdoor seating.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe location benefits from strong pedestrian activity as well as Musikfest, community events, and Bethlehem&#8217;s popular holiday season,\u201d the listing continues.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAn excellent opportunity for an experienced operator or restaurant group looking to establish or expand their presence in one of the region&#8217;s most recognizable hospitality markets.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>515 Main continues to operate with regular hours of 5-11 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays, noon to 1 a.m. Saturdays, and noon to 11 p.m. Sundays, Tiscio said.<\/p>\n<p>Happy hour, featuring buy one get one half off appetizers, is from 6 to 8 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Guests can also enjoy NFL football specials such as $3 domestics, $5 crafts\/imports, $.99 wings, and $10 nachos (chili only).<\/p>\n<p>For the latest 515 Main updates, follow the business\u2019s pages on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/515MainSportsClub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Facebook<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/515_main_sportsbar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Instagram<\/a>. Info: <a href=\"https:\/\/515main.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">515main.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>                            <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"BETHLEHEM, Pa. \u2013 A popular spot serving up beers, burgers, baseball games and more is available for purchase&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":287822,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[119740,4662,153,155,154,119741,31598,977,157,4690,1423,1418,434,976,12629],"class_list":["post-287821","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-bethlehem","tag-515-main","tag-baseball","tag-bethlehem","tag-bethlehem-headlines","tag-bethlehem-news","tag-chris-tiscio","tag-downtown-bethlehem","tag-food-and-dining","tag-lehigh-valley","tag-main-street","tag-mlb","tag-nfl","tag-northampton-county","tag-restaurant","tag-sports-bar"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/287821","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=287821"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/287821\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/287822"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=287821"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=287821"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=287821"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}