Turnkey Cafe Restaurant for Sale in Columbia SC

COLUMBIA, South Carolina

Asking Price	$199,500	Year Established	1998
Annual Revenue	$539,913	Reason for Selling	Retirement
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Ronald Pereira
Annual Cash Flow	$53,634	Listing Number	1004581
# of Employees	10	Business Category	Food & Beverage: Restaurants, Fast Food, Deli

Business Overview:

Own this Cafe Restaurant for Sale in Columbia, South Carolina, a prime second generation restaurant space set for an easy handoff and rapid launch. Surrounded by daytime demand from offices, retail and neighborhoods in Richland County, this location fits breakfast, lunch, coffee and bakery concepts that thrive on quick service and repeat traffic. Presented by We Sell Restaurants.This Cafe Restaurant for Sale come with a back of house with a 3 compartment sink, steamer, commercial toaster oven, microwave, a dedicated prep table and sheet pan racks that streamline production. Front of house is equally equipped with a merchandising display case, glass door reach in cooler, reach in freezer, POS system, safe, ample shelving, smallwares, flatware and service ware, plus tables and chairs for 60 guests. A grease trap is in place to support your menu, and no hood is required for the current operation.Operate in 1,666 square feet that balances kitchen efficiency with comfortable dining, supported by street parking and easy access for customers and delivery drivers. Base rent is only $2,882 per month, and a lease is secured through March 2028 with a five year term that gives you time to establish and grow the brand. The flexible layout supports counter service, deli lines, bakery cases and coffee bars, so you can configure the flow to match your vision.Open today Monday through Friday 7 AM to 3 PM and weekends 8 AM to 2 PM, this daytime schedule is perfect for an owner operator seeking work life balance with bright morning and lunch service. A team of 12 employees can transfer at closing, and the seller includes two weeks of manager training to ensure recipes, systems and service standards transition smoothly. Retirement prompts the sale, creating a turnkey opportunity with momentum and a recognizable footprint, and room to add online ordering, delivery and catering to grow traffic.Acquire this asset for $199,500 and bypass costly build out, permitting, equipment sourcing and months of delay while your competitors open their doors. Ask about unsecured lending up to $500,000 to fund inventory, marketing and working capital, then bring your offer today to We Sell Restaurants so you can start serving in this Columbia cafe.
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Property Features and Assets:

Double Oven, Skillet, 2 Door Freezer, 1 Door Freezer, 2 Door Cooler, 1 Door Glass Cooler, Coffee Grinder, 3 Compartment Sink, Utility Sink, Hote Plate with Stand, 3 Chest Freezers, Upright Freezer, Ice Machine, 3 Door Cooler, 2 Sandwich Prep Coolers, 20qt Mixer, Commerical Conveyor Toaster, Deli Slicer, Espresso Machine, 3 SS Prep Tables, SS Cart, Wire Shelving, Bakers Rack, Dunnage Rack, 18 Dining Tables, 40 Dining Chairs, Bakery Air Conditioner, Office Printer, 7 Outdoor Tables with 20 chairs, Grease Traps

Market Competition and Expansion:

Established Local Brand & Longevity:
This cafe has been operating for 28 years with strong brand recognition near key downtown locations and the University of South Carolina area, giving it a stable customer base and visibility.
Dual Revenue Streams: Dine in and Catering
Unlike pure coffee shops or delis, this business blends daily caf? sales (bagels, sandwiches, soups, coffee) with catering revenue ? helping smooth seasonal sales swings.
University & Government Foot Traffic:
Close to the USC Horseshoe and SC State House ? providing built-in customer flow from students, staff, tourists, and employees.
Distinctive Menu Niche:
Known for NY-style bagels and fresh sandwiches ? a differentiator in a region with many generic coffee shops but fewer strong bagel-focused menus.
Industry Tailwinds (Broad Market Growth):
The caf? and catering sectors are generally stable and growing with consumer demand for quick quality breakfast/lunch and event catering options. (Broader industry data supports continued growth trends.)

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