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Description
This investment involves acquiring an operating family-run café located in a residential neighborhood of a major U.S. metropolitan area. The café occupies a leased 700 sq ft space with large storefront windows and a dedicated entrance. The customer area includes 14 seats (four small tables and a bar counter). The business has been operating for over two years, serving a loyal customer base with consistent foot traffic, especially during morning and midday hours.
The menu focuses on espresso-based beverages, brewed coffee, and fresh in-house pastries (muffins, croissants, pies). The café operates six days a week, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with no evening hours. Management is handled by the owner, who also works as the lead barista, helping to keep overhead low while maintaining quality and consistency.
Financials and Investment Structure
Asking price: $87,000 — including equipment, brand, recipes, licenses, trained staff, and onboarding support.
Monthly rent: $2,800 under an active lease with extension options. All equipment is owned outright and in good condition.
Average monthly gross revenue is approximately $11,500. After all expenses — including rent, ingredients, payroll, insurance, taxes, and a full-time manager’s salary (currently the owner) — the net profit is about $2,000 per month, or $24,000 annually. The business is fully operational and can be transferred to a new owner within two weeks.
Risks and Opportunities
Risks include potential drop in customer flow during ownership transition, rising ingredient costs, and possible future rent adjustments. However, due to strong local brand recognition, consistent product quality, and a stable client base, the business is well-positioned to continue performing under new ownership.
Conclusion
This is a streamlined, well-established small business with a transparent financial model and stable operating income. Ideal for an investor seeking hands-on ownership in the U.S. food and beverage sector with low entry barriers, quick launch potential, and limited operational complexity.
FAQs
The café runs fully day-to-day: on-site baking is established, coffee equipment is in excellent condition, a POS system is installed, and inventory supply chains are in place. The business includes trained staff, a recipe database, and basic sales tracking.
The current lease is a 3-year term with renewal options. Monthly rent is $2,800. The property owner is private and values tenant stability. Any future rent adjustments are expected to stay within local market rates.
Ownership can be transferred within 2–3 weeks. The current owner will provide full support during the transition, including training on recipes, equipment use, supplier contacts, and business operations. Assistance with license transfer is also available, if needed.
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