Where Cheese Means Business (REDUCED)

HAMDEN, Connecticut

Asking Price	$165,000	Year Established	1976
Annual Revenue	$475,000	Reason for Selling	Family health issues
Annual P/L	$0	Attention	Shawn Charles
Annual Cash Flow	$150,000	Listing Number	1014295
# of Employees	4	Business Category	Food & Beverage: Grocery & Food Stores

Business Overview:

Step into a rare opportunity to own a beloved neighborhood institution, a 50‑year‑old money-making gourmet shop on a lively plaza just off the highway and steps from a bustling university. In 868 square feet, this destination has delighted generations with imported cheeses, pâtés, Belgian sweets, and artisanal pantry items. Charcuterie boards and gift baskets keep customers coming back. The business is truly turnkey: shelves stocked, a fully functional basement for storage and gift basket preparation, and recent investments, including five new coolers and three new freezers. The all‑inclusive rent is an astonishing $1,350 per month, offering low overhead and strong cash‑flow potential. The current owner is passionate about a smooth handover and will provide hands‑on training to ensure the shop’s traditions and loyal clientele continue to thrive. This is more than a business; it’s a ready‑made story of flavor, hospitality, and community, waiting for the next owner to add their chapter. To own a gourmet cheese shop of this caliber with no real competition in this upscale community near a major University right off I-91 for a price like this doesn’t come around often. 

Property Features and Assets:

<p>Lively corner plaza beside a major university, open 5 days a week, 868 sq. ft. of retail charm + fully functional basement, All-inclusive rent of just $1,350/month (+ utilities), 50-year tradition, five brand-new coolers + 3 new freezers, Renowned for custom gift baskets and show-stopping charcuterie boards, Upscale neighborhood, 50-year tradition, Preferred vendor for Yale University and University of New Haven<br></p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>Competition: Rising consumer demand for curated, artisanal, and international food experiences / Established online presence with 10,000+ Instagram followers and a top-performing website / Modern infrastructure supports robust delivery and e-commerce orders, enabling scalable growth / Strong brand loyalty developed over 50 years of operation / Minimal local competition in a niche gourmet space; this is the only shop of its kind within miles    </p><p> Growth & Expansion: Expand online marketing and social reach / Add wholesale offerings, catering services, and university partnerships / Extend hours and increase product lines for greater ROI / With the addition of gourmet cheese and meat sandwiches will send this one to the moon<br></p>

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