My background was in pharma, transitioned to biotech start ups, moved into food technology and work as a Senior Program Manager.

What about food, utilities, transportation, etc?

If you have a fast food restaurant in there now (BK, Taco Bell, KFC, etc.) and the next tenant will be a sit-down restaurant there will be a considerable cost to convert it (also, highly dependent on the overall SQFT of the place)Overall, my advice would be to check your numbers and see if you can live with lower rent, if you do, then go back to the current tenant and ask, "at what rent will you stay and even consider extending the lease?"

Prices of goods, services, food, and energy were climbing at an unhealthy rate.

I looked online but the only options are restaurants and fast food.

I have a high passion for real estate, I'm looking to partner up with new and experienced people interested in taking over the real estate game.

Additionally, I would find out what your raw personal expenses are in order to survive (Rent, food, insurance etc).

I'd also be interested in taking a look at the deal.

Keep in mind they need new ductwork transitions, PVC flue and air intake and will alter gas fittings and electrical.

Food for thought ...