TCRE is proud to announce the leasing of the historic Tio Pepe building at 216 Washington Street in Old Town Auburn. Originally listed for sale with a full FF&E package and Type-47 ABC license, the Sellers’s priorities shifted after realizing that they were not ready to relinquish their ties to the property after 40 years of continuous operation and ownership. 

In the tradition of brokerage seeking to serve the client and their needs, Kimio Bazett and Ken Turton changed course towards a full-fledged leasing effort, and after vetting a handful of qualified tenants ultimately landed on Banzito’s Tacos and their inventive approach to “new school” tacos and Mexican Cuisine. Owner Adam Saldana has enjoyed a longstanding pop-up residency at a local brewery and is now poised to join the legendary Old Town Auburn food and beverage scene. – July 2026

Turton Commercial Real Estate is pleased to present the opportunity to acquire fee simple interest in 216 Washington Street, Auburn. The standalone building housing a turnkey restaurant and bar represents a once-in-a-decade chance for an owner-operator or investor to break into the coveted Old Town Auburn retail sector. The Property is comprised of one 5,158 SF parcel of land which includes one single story building of approx. 3,148 SF, with the remaining approx. 2,010 SF of land currently used as a restaurant front patio and a small parking area.