"A local bar/grill is for sale. Until now, I would never have even considered owning one."

The ONLY thing I can say about this...however much an issue getting a Liquor License Beer License is should point out if you want to try this or not. The state of the basic equipment of the place should be a factor as well. Getting the building inspected will also be a factor. The parking...and so on.



"I have a marketing/advertising/music/accounting background, was a bartender in college and have owned my communications company for years."

Well, you have a solid background for sure...just the day to day operations of a bar/grill are gonna toss all kinds of creative problems your way. Problems Im sure you noticed when being a bartender.

"Any experience or advice? "

This stuff changes around so much with so many little things, the only advice I could give...only do it if your willing to completely throw yourself in it for the next X amount of years.