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Description

Ever dreamed of owning a successful restaurant in a prime location?
Bon Tapa, a well-known and fully operational tapas restaurant, is now for sale. Located in the heart of Kralendijk, this unique venue enjoys a loyal customer base and offers plenty of potential for growth. The restaurant has a seating capacity of 85 guests, spread over 23 tables, including 8 bar seats and one large table for groups.

Layout & Facilities

Bon Tapa is turn-key ready and in excellent condition. The professional kitchen is in great shape and was largely upgraded in 2025. It includes three brand-new coolers, a modern steam oven, and a fully updated, professionally grounded electrical system. Both the Rational oven and grill are under five years old, as are the dishwasher and rinsing system, which receive preventive maintenance every six months.

Additional kitchen features include several freezers (single and double), an au bain-marie, smoothie machines, a dough mixer, a vacuum sealer, and a slicer – all the equipment needed to maintain high culinary standards. The kitchen is well-ventilated with five ceiling fans and air conditioning, and it also has a powerful extraction system that’s less than six months old.

The cozy bar area is equipped with a wine cooler, beer fridge, post-mix system, double-door cooler, small refrigerator, and a high-end Lide coffee machine. Inside the restaurant, two air conditioners provide a pleasant indoor climate, even on the warmest evenings.

Guests instantly feel at home thanks to the inviting and atmospheric interior, enhanced by modern amenities like a Sonos sound system (tablet-controlled), two flatscreens, cable TV, HDMI connections, fiber-optic internet, and a security system with five strategically placed cameras – ideal for streaming events or sports.

A modern POS system ensures easy and efficient transactions, while two sturdy security shutters offer peace of mind outside operating hours.

Business Information

The well-trained team includes four full-time kitchen/cleaning staff, three full-time servers, one part-time employee, and four on-call workers.
Currently, the restaurant operates from Tuesday to Saturday, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, with the kitchen open until 10:30 PM – longer than most restaurants on the island. There’s significant room for growth by extending opening hours, particularly during daytime cruise traffic.

This prime central location is leased for $4,000 per month, under a secure 10-year contract – a rare opportunity on Bonaire.

Interested?

Whether you’re an experienced restaurateur or a passionate entrepreneur dreaming of owning your own hospitality business on Bonaire, Bon Tapa offers the ideal foundation to start immediately. Everything is in place: ambiance, location, reputation, full equipment, and room to grow. Want to know more? Contact us for details or to schedule a viewing.