Award-Winning Artisan Bakery $2.03M Rev, $234K SDE, Retail + Wholesale
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Acquire one of the Mid-Atlantic Coastal Region's premier artisan bakery brands. Established nearly a decade ago, this multi-location business has built an outstanding reputation for handcrafted products, exceptional customer loyalty, and diversified revenue streams. With approximately $2.03 million in annual revenue and $233,846 in Seller's Discretionary Earnings, this turnkey operation offers immediate cash flow with substantial upside for future growth.
Unlike many independent bakeries, this business generates revenue from multiple complementary channels, including retail bakery and café sales, wholesale partnerships, catering, and specialty products. An experienced team, documented operating procedures, and proven management systems allow the business to operate efficiently while providing an excellent foundation for expansion.
Key Highlights
• Approximately $2.03 million annual revenue
• $233,846 Seller's Discretionary Earnings
• Nearly a decade of successful operations
• Award-winning artisan bakery brand with exceptional local recognition
• Two established retail locations serving a loyal customer base
• Diversified revenue from retail, wholesale, and catering operations
• Strong online reputation and repeat clientele
• Experienced team with established systems and processes
• Furniture, fixtures, equipment, and production assets included
• SBA financing available for qualified buyers
• Real estate included in sale price
• Significant opportunities for expansion into additional markets
Why This Business Stands Out
This business has developed a competitive position that is difficult to replicate. Years of brand recognition, loyal repeat customers, established wholesale relationships, and operational infrastructure provide an incoming owner with an immediate platform for continued success.
The operation is supported by approximately 35 employees, documented SOPs, modern POS technology, and production capacity capable of supporting future growth without substantial additional investment. Multiple revenue streams provide stability while reducing reliance on any single customer segment.
Growth Opportunities
A new owner can immediately capitalize on numerous expansion opportunities, including:
• Expanding wholesale distribution
• Growing catering and corporate accounts
• Opening additional retail locations in nearby underserved markets
• Increasing digital marketing and online ordering
• Expanding seasonal offerings and specialty products
• Leveraging the established brand to reach new customer segments
Support & Transition
The seller is committed to ensuring a successful transition and will provide comprehensive training and operational support to help the new owner continue the business's momentum.
Reason for Selling
The seller is pursuing other personal and professional opportunities after successfully building the business into one of the region's most respected artisan bakery operations.
Financing
SBA financing is available for qualified buyers.
Ideal Buyer
Ideal for an owner-operator, bakery or restaurant group, hospitality entrepreneur, strategic acquirer, private investor, or search fund seeking an established food business with strong brand equity, diversified revenue, and meaningful growth potential.
Next Steps
Inquire today to receive the Confidential Business Review, financial information, and additional details.
Qualified buyers will be required to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and demonstrate financial capability prior to receiving confidential information.
Representation
This opportunity is exclusively represented by Michael R. Moore with The Deal Team | Powered by Peterson Acquisitions. One of our acquisition advisors will guide qualified buyers through every step of the acquisition process.
Unlike many independent bakeries, this business generates revenue from multiple complementary channels, including retail bakery and café sales, wholesale partnerships, catering, and specialty products. An experienced team, documented operating procedures, and proven management systems allow the business to operate efficiently while providing an excellent foundation for expansion.
Key Highlights
• Approximately $2.03 million annual revenue
• $233,846 Seller's Discretionary Earnings
• Nearly a decade of successful operations
• Award-winning artisan bakery brand with exceptional local recognition
• Two established retail locations serving a loyal customer base
• Diversified revenue from retail, wholesale, and catering operations
• Strong online reputation and repeat clientele
• Experienced team with established systems and processes
• Furniture, fixtures, equipment, and production assets included
• SBA financing available for qualified buyers
• Real estate included in sale price
• Significant opportunities for expansion into additional markets
Why This Business Stands Out
This business has developed a competitive position that is difficult to replicate. Years of brand recognition, loyal repeat customers, established wholesale relationships, and operational infrastructure provide an incoming owner with an immediate platform for continued success.
The operation is supported by approximately 35 employees, documented SOPs, modern POS technology, and production capacity capable of supporting future growth without substantial additional investment. Multiple revenue streams provide stability while reducing reliance on any single customer segment.
Growth Opportunities
A new owner can immediately capitalize on numerous expansion opportunities, including:
• Expanding wholesale distribution
• Growing catering and corporate accounts
• Opening additional retail locations in nearby underserved markets
• Increasing digital marketing and online ordering
• Expanding seasonal offerings and specialty products
• Leveraging the established brand to reach new customer segments
Support & Transition
The seller is committed to ensuring a successful transition and will provide comprehensive training and operational support to help the new owner continue the business's momentum.
Reason for Selling
The seller is pursuing other personal and professional opportunities after successfully building the business into one of the region's most respected artisan bakery operations.
Financing
SBA financing is available for qualified buyers.
Ideal Buyer
Ideal for an owner-operator, bakery or restaurant group, hospitality entrepreneur, strategic acquirer, private investor, or search fund seeking an established food business with strong brand equity, diversified revenue, and meaningful growth potential.
Next Steps
Inquire today to receive the Confidential Business Review, financial information, and additional details.
Qualified buyers will be required to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and demonstrate financial capability prior to receiving confidential information.
Representation
This opportunity is exclusively represented by Michael R. Moore with The Deal Team | Powered by Peterson Acquisitions. One of our acquisition advisors will guide qualified buyers through every step of the acquisition process.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 9
- Employees
- 30 (15 Full-time, 15 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- The primary location in occupies approximately 2,600 square feet and is housed in a building owned by the seller, making the real estate available for purchase with the business acquisition. (RE included in asking price of $1,150,000.) This is a significant asset for a buyer seeking to build long-term equity in both the business and the underlying property.
The second location serves as the primary production kitchen, operating under a lease
with a one-year renewal option available as of August 1. Monthly occupancy costs are $1,500 and $7,029 respectively. Security systems are installed at both sites. The dual-location structure gives the business geographic diversification within its regional market and supports the wholesale program's
production capacity, both of which represent operational depth that a single-location concept
cannot offer. - Market Outlook / Competition
- The artisan & specialty bakery segment enjoys sustained consumer demand for fresh, locally produced, high-quality food experiences. National trends favor authenticity, provenance & craft in food consumption precisely where this business is positioned. The broader café & bakery industry remains resilient across economic cycles even when discretionary spending contracts in other categories. The competitive landscape in the region is favorable. Authentic artisan bakeries operating at this quality level are rare & the brand is an established market leader. The broader industry sees increased automation & kiosk adoption among chain competitors, while this business deliberately differentiated through human-centered, personalized service — a positioning that resonates with its customer base & is difficult for commoditized competitors to replicate.
- Opportunities for Growth
- -Online Ordering and Third-Party Delivery Platforms
-Email Marketing and Digital Customer Database Activation
-Wholesale Program Expansion
-Catering Program Formalization and Growth
-Strategic Front-of-House Hiring to Unlock Owner Hours
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,600
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- Owners are committed to a comprehensive transition designed to protect the brand, customer
relationships, & operational continuity they have spent nearly a decade building. They'll provide hands-on training across both locations covering production protocols, wholesale acct. management, catering ops, vendor relationships, staff management practices & administrative systems. The goal is to transfer both the operational knowledge & the institutional understanding of what makes this brand work — standards, relationships & culture that customers return for. The transition period duration and structure will be negotiated as part of the purchase agreement and tailored to the needs of the buyer. The owners understand that their presence during the handover period is a direct contributor to the retained value of the business & they take this responsibility seriously. The buyer will not be left to figure it out alone, they will be supported by owners who are personally invested in the outcome.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2516648
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