Turnkey Cafe for Sale and Wine Bar- Downtown Charleston Location

CHARLESTON, South Carolina

Asking Price	$100,000	Year Established	2024
Annual Revenue	$185,000	Reason for Selling	Personal
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Chase Klaus
Annual Cash Flow	$0	Listing Number	1012635
# of Employees	7	Business Category	Food & Beverage: Restaurants, Fast Food, Deli

Business Overview:

Positioned just off King Street in one of Charleston's most walkable and sought-after corridors, this beautifully built-out Cafe for Sale ofers a rare opportunity to step directly into a thoughtfully designed, high-character location without the cost, delays, or uncertainty of a ground-up build. The space immediately stands out with its clean, modern aesthetic—natural light, warm wood tones, and a cohesive, design-forward layout that creates an inviting environment for both locals and visitors. Strong street presence and sidewalk seating place the business squarely within the daily flow of foot traffic driven by surrounding restaurants, retail, and nightlife.
The interior of the Cafe for Sale has been carefully configured to maximize both efficiency and experience. A polished service counter anchors the front-of-house, complemented by retail shelving and display areas that support multiple revenue streams including specialty coffee, wine, grab-and-go offerings, and curated provisions. The footprint is intentionally manageable, allowing for a refined, high-quality operation without the overhead of a larger restaurant, making it ideal for an owner-operator or boutique concept focused on execution and brand.
The Cafe for Sale space is fully equipped and operational, featuring a complete espresso setup, gelato display, convection oven, and a well-rounded refrigeration and prep package already in place. This turnkey infrastructure allows a new owner to step in and immediately operate, refine, or reposition the concept to align with their vision. The layout naturally supports a focused, high-efficiency model centered around coffee, wine, desserts, light fare, or a hybrid retail experience, all of which align with the surrounding market and customer base. Contact We Sell Restaurants to get the complete list of equipment included in the purchase.
This is an opportunity to establish or expand a presence in a high-demand Charleston location with a concept that emphasizes quality, atmosphere, and repeat customer engagement. Whether continuing as a café and provisions space or evolving into a more defined wine bar, dessert destination, or brand-driven concept, the foundation is already in place. Opportunities of this caliber—combining location, design, and flexibility—are increasingly difficult to secure at this entry point.
The space offers approximately 900 square feet with an efficient layout designed for streamlined operations. Current lease terms include base rent of $4,775 per month plus common area maintenance, with approximately one year remaining on the initial term. The lease is transferable subject to landlord approval.
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Property Features and Assets:

* 2-door reach-in freezer
* 1-door reach-in refrigerator
* 2-door convection oven / countertop oven unit
* 1-door refrigerated prep table with cutting board
* 2-door undercounter refrigerator
* 3-compartment sink
* Gelato display / dipping cabinet
* Espresso machine
* Commercial coffee grinders, appears to be multiple
* Batch coffee brewer / drip coffee setup
* Iced tea / beverage dispenser equipment
* POS system / register station
* Glass pastry display case / service counter display
* Refrigerated beverage merchandiser, glass-door
* Wine display shelving
* Retail / provisions shelving
* Stainless prep tables
* Butcher block prep table
* Wire storage shelving
* Sheet pan speed rack
* Sheet pans
* Stand mixer
* Countertop toaster oven / small oven
* Waffle / panini-style countertop press, possibly more than one
* Food scale
* Knife block and knives
* Smallwares, mixing bowls, cambros, utensils, squeeze bottles
* Dry storage containers / ingredient bins
* Paper goods and serviceware storage
* Outdoor caf? tables and chairs
* Indoor communal table
* Indoor chairs / stools / banquette-style seating
* Wall-mounted menu board / display rails
* Decorative lighting / pendant fixtures
* Customer-facing refrigerated retail case

Market Competition and Expansion:

Positioned within the Upper King Street corridor, this location benefits from immediate proximity to some of Charleston?s most established and in-demand dining and hospitality concepts, creating a steady flow of both local and visitor traffic throughout the day and into the evening. The surrounding mix of acclaimed restaurants, caf?s, and nightlife venues reinforces the area as a true destination, where operators benefit from consistent spillover demand rather than relying solely on independent draw. This environment supports complementary concepts that thrive on walk-in traffic, repeat neighborhood clientele, and proximity-driven convenience. The density of successful operators in the immediate area further validates the strength of the market and provides a proven foundation for a well-executed concept to integrate quickly and perform within an already active and engaged customer base.

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