Missouri Hick Bar-B-Que restaurant put up for sale

The Missouri Hick Bar-B-Que restaurant along old Route 66 in Cuba, Missouri, has been put up for sale because the longtime owner wants to retire.

Realtor Kelly Johnston posted this message on Facebook:

After 17 years Owner is ready to retire! After building a successful, profitable business and restaurant, it is time sell all at its prime! Missouri Hick Barbeque is located on Historic Route 66 which draws from both National & International crowds. The restaurant was built by a master wood craftsman, it is full of country charm and the food is amazing. Award-winning smoked meats as seen on Food Paradise Tv Show and winner of 3 consecutive Best in the STATE of Missouri BBQ awards. The sale is turnkey, it includes the restaurant, building, business equipment. Additional revenue streams come from the retail line of spices/rubs, sauces, Mo-Hick Beer line & catering. Property is complete with additional retail building, a 3 bedroom rental home or your own private residence. Why build a business from scratch when you can buy a well established one!

PLEASE do NOT go to the restaurant with questions, inquiries are by appointment only. Please call directly at 314-412-2288 Kelly Johnston Broker/Associate @ Living the Dream Outdoor Properties.

In an email, Johnson said the asking price is $1.2 million. He added:

Due to privacy and respect to patrons and the owner  property is only shown by appointment. Please contact broker Owner Darrell Hindman of living the dream and sales agent Kelly Johnston for a private showing 1-855-289-3478

An internet link to the listing is here.

Dennis Meiser’s restaurant survived a fire that damaged the kitchen in 2011, and it reopened just a few months later.

The restaurant isn’t historic, but remains notable for its hillbilly-style cedar decor and furniture, in addition to its much-praised barbecue. It’s a prime example of a relatively new establishment that’s embraced the Mother Road’s old-time quirkiness and hospitality.

It was listed for years on the now-defunct Route 66 Dining and Lodging Guide, and was a longtime member of the Route 66 Association of Missouri.

The Missouri Hick also sits just east of the historic and restored Wagon Wheel Motel. Its overnight guests often eat their supper there.

(Image of the Missouri Hick Bar-B-Que in Cuba, Missouri, by Kelly Johnston via Facebook)