Award-Winning Tacoma Ice Cream Shop-Strong Profits
Business Description
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, award-winning frozen dessert business in Tacoma. This established destination business is known for its handcrafted, made-from-scratch products, high-quality ingredients, exceptional customer loyalty, and outstanding 4.9-star ratings on Google and Yelp.
The business generated $311,636 in gross revenue in 2025, with average annual seller’s discretionary earnings of $214,000. Sales have continued to increase despite limited seasonal operating hours, demonstrating both strong customer demand and meaningful growth potential.
The business offers an upscale alternative to mass-produced frozen desserts. Its distinctive products are created using proprietary recipes and a specialized production method developed through extensive research, industry experience, and professional training in the United States and Europe.
The sale includes a turnkey retail and production operation, furnishings, fixtures, equipment, proprietary recipes, operating procedures, copyrighted training materials, branded artwork, professional photography, trade secrets, and other intellectual property.
The current owners operate the business with the assistance of one part-time employee. Each owner averages fewer than 40 hours per week, and the seasonal schedule provides 34 days of vacation and holidays annually.
This opportunity is well suited to an experienced food-service operator, entrepreneur, family business, or strategic buyer seeking an established and profitable specialty food concept with expansion potential.
HIGHLIGHTS
• $311,636 in 2025 gross revenue
• $214,000 in average annual SDE
• Award-winning destination business
• Outstanding 4.9-star ratings on Google and Yelp
• Established local and regional customer base
• Returning customers who travel from outside the immediate area
• Handcrafted products made from scratch
• Proprietary recipes and specialized production methods
• Turnkey retail and production operation
• Limited employee staffing requirements
• Low occupancy costs
• Strong food-safety record
• Clean financial records and detailed sales reporting
• Significant opportunities for growth
• Comprehensive seller training and transition support
This is a confidential sale. Prospective buyers must sign a nondisclosure agreement and demonstrate appropriate financial qualifications before receiving the business name, location, financial records, or other confidential information.
The business generated $311,636 in gross revenue in 2025, with average annual seller’s discretionary earnings of $214,000. Sales have continued to increase despite limited seasonal operating hours, demonstrating both strong customer demand and meaningful growth potential.
The business offers an upscale alternative to mass-produced frozen desserts. Its distinctive products are created using proprietary recipes and a specialized production method developed through extensive research, industry experience, and professional training in the United States and Europe.
The sale includes a turnkey retail and production operation, furnishings, fixtures, equipment, proprietary recipes, operating procedures, copyrighted training materials, branded artwork, professional photography, trade secrets, and other intellectual property.
The current owners operate the business with the assistance of one part-time employee. Each owner averages fewer than 40 hours per week, and the seasonal schedule provides 34 days of vacation and holidays annually.
This opportunity is well suited to an experienced food-service operator, entrepreneur, family business, or strategic buyer seeking an established and profitable specialty food concept with expansion potential.
HIGHLIGHTS
• $311,636 in 2025 gross revenue
• $214,000 in average annual SDE
• Award-winning destination business
• Outstanding 4.9-star ratings on Google and Yelp
• Established local and regional customer base
• Returning customers who travel from outside the immediate area
• Handcrafted products made from scratch
• Proprietary recipes and specialized production methods
• Turnkey retail and production operation
• Limited employee staffing requirements
• Low occupancy costs
• Strong food-safety record
• Clean financial records and detailed sales reporting
• Significant opportunities for growth
• Comprehensive seller training and transition support
This is a confidential sale. Prospective buyers must sign a nondisclosure agreement and demonstrate appropriate financial qualifications before receiving the business name, location, financial records, or other confidential information.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 10
- Employees
- 3 (2 Full-time, 1 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- The business operates from an efficient 665-square-foot leased facility in Tacoma that supports both retail sales and product production. The gross lease is $1,880/month and includes water, sewer, and garbage. The current lease runs through September 30, 2027, with a 2-year extension option available. The location is approved for restaurant use and includes more than $21,000 in leasehold improvements.
This sale includes $38,000 in furniture, fixtures, and equipment (original cost $96,225), supporting both the retail and production sides of the operation. Signage developed for potential additional locations is also included.
(Note: Inventory of $5,000 is separate and not included in the asking price.) - Market Outlook / Competition
- This award-winning business has established destination status and enjoys a strong competitive position within the frozen dessert and specialty food market. Its distinctive handcrafted products, proprietary recipes, specialized production process, exceptional customer ratings, national and regional recognition, and loyal customer following differentiate it from mass-produced dessert concepts and franchise competitors.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Growth and Expansion
Meaningful growth opportunities are available through:
-Expanded operating days and hours
-Additional seasonal product offerings
-Packaged and take-home products
-Enhanced digital and local marketing
-Expanded locations
-Operation hours vary seasonally
The business has demonstrated increasing sales even with limited seasonal hours. Detailed sales reports and clean financial records will help a new owner evaluate demand and make informed decisions regarding future expansion.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 665
- Rent
- $1,880 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 9/30/2027
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- The sellers bring more than 13 years of industry experience and have developed proven recipes, systems, procedures, training materials, and production processes. Comprehensive training and mutually agreed-upon transition assistance will be provided to help the new owner maintain product quality, understand the specialized production process, and continue operating the business successfully.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2545355
- Listing Views
- 4
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