Business for Sale Overview:
This business was purchased by the curent owners five years ago, being regular shoppers at the delicatessen they could see that there was great potential to grow the business for someone with innovative insight and enterprise.They have used their entrepeneurial spirit to expand the busines into a thriving two story café bar, whilst maintaining and expanding the deli side of the business. This successful business has gained a reputation for serving high quality food and beverage in the café, whilst improving the quality of the produce for sale in the delicatessen.
The café, which is a welcoming and comfortable place to visit, is on two floors, and is located in an affluent and busy village high street. A solid repeat customer base has been nurtured by the owners and their friendly staff, and the commitment to customer service has underpinned the growth of this business. The café serves delicious home made food, carefully and skillfully prepared from only the finest local produce. Home made soups, garden fresh salads and freshly prepared sandwiches, both hot and cold are always available, and each day the blackboard shows the “specials of the day”. A selection of beverages are available, including high quality coffees, teas and soft drinks.
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Property Features and Assets:
The business operates from a great location and has a lease until 2011. Monthly rent is £975 with rates of £6,100 per annum. The café has 16 tables in total seating circa 64 covers at any one time. The entire area across the two floors is circa 40 sq. metres. Downstairs comprises of a counter/display area with shelves and cooler for the delicatessen. The café seats circa 32 covers with an extra two tables in a small garden room. The kitchen is fully equipped with prep area, and there is also a disabled WC downstairs. Upstairs also has a new compact kitchen and prep area with tables for circa 24 covers. Another WC is situated on this floor
Market Competition and Expansion:
This business has an attractive presence on the high street, which has helped achieve the level of business and led to strong local word of mouth recommendation. Local radio advertising was used to launch the business and recently a regional newspaper wrote an article on “coffee culture” and featured the business as a shining example.
Reason for Selling:
The owner wishes to pursue other business interest
Additional Details:
- The property is leased.
- The owner is willing to train/assist the new owner.
- This is not a homebased business opportunity.
- This is not a franchise resale opportunity.
- This is not a distressed business or bankruptcy situation.