FOR SALE: A well-established cafe on Sydney's Lower North Shore, trading for 11 years. The compact, cafe-use premises include council-approved footpath dining and are supported by a regular staff team and a steady local following. The owner works full-time in the business and is selling to retire. Suits an owner-operator or an experienced hospitality operator.
Key features:
- Established Local Cafe: Trading for 11 years, giving a new owner an established business and customer base to take over.
- Strong Gross Margin: Cost of goods has been steady at about 33% to 34% of turnover across recent quarters.
- Steady Weekly Sales: Declared weekly turnover has held at around $17,932 across the three quarters from July 2025 to March 2026.
- Compact Premises: At 73 square metres with cafe as the permitted use, the shop is straightforward to run and fit out.
- Outdoor Dining: Council approval is in place for 11.85 square metres of footpath dining, 7am to 6pm; a new owner applies in their own name.
- Lease Option: One 3year option to 2030 is available, with fixed annual rent reviews and no turnover rent.
Lease Info:
Lease: 6 June 2024 - 5 June 2027
Option: (6 June 2027 - 5 June 2030)
Trading Times:
Monday to Friday 6:30 am-4 pm
Saturday & Sunday 7 am-4 pm
Size of Premises:
73 square metres
Opportunity:
Ideal Buyer: This community favourite thrives on personal connection. It perfectly suits an engaged, visible owner-operator ready to step in and reap the rewards from day one.
***Weekly***
Coffee Sales Per (Kg): 28kg on average (BASSETT)
Turnover (inc GST): $17,932
Rent: $1,785 net
Wages: $5,220
