About 11261 Merritt Street
THE GIANT ARTICHOKE PRIME HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY - Rare opportunity to acquire the iconic Giant Artichoke restaurant property located at the primary entry corridor into Castroville, California, immediately visible from Highway 156. Positioned on a highly visible corner parcel with strong traffic exposure, the property offers exceptional potential for restaurant operators, owner-users, franchise concepts, or redevelopment investors. The property consists of approximately 3,726 square feet plus an approximately 800 square foot enclosed patio situated on an 18,231 square foot commercial lot. Property Highlights: Highly visible corner location at the gateway to Castroville Immediate exposure from Highway 156 Approximately 18,231 SF commercial parcel Approximately 3,726 SF restaurant building Approximately 800 SF enclosed patio area Existing restaurant infrastructure in place Ample parking and strong accessibility Ideal for restaurant, quick-service, franchise, drive-thru conversion, or redevelopment Delivered vacant at close of escrow
Features of 11261 Merritt Street
| MLS® # | ML82053079 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,899,000 |
| Bathrooms | 0.00 |
| Acres | 0.42 |
| Year Built | 1973 |
| Type | Commercial Sale |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 11261 Merritt Street |
|---|---|
| Area | 699 - Not Defined |
| City | Castroville |
| County | Monterey |
| Zip Code | 95012 |
Amenities
| Is Waterfront | No |
|---|---|
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Cooling | None |
|---|---|
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | No |
Exterior
| Roof | Flat |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 4th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 73 |
| Zoning | Commercial |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Moon Choe |
|---|---|
| Office | Blue Moon Realty |