High-Volume Long-Established Cold Stone Creamery Santa Monica, CA - He
Business Description
Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients and mixed on a frozen granite stone with endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces and more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation custom-made available in cups, cones, waffle bowls and shakes, plus mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Cold Stone also offers smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs in addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches. All these products are available for delivery or takeout and can be conveniently ordered online or by smart phone. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.
Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. They’re better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.
Well established location over 31 years. Owner operated - husband and wife team.
Prime retail space in a busy strip center along with Fromin’s Delicatessen & Restaurant, Supercuts and Yo Dawg Groom Spot.
Perfectly situated on famous Wilshire Blvd, one of Santa Monica's main thoroughfares and one of the principal E-W roads in LA running 15 miles from Grand Ave in Downtown Los Angeles to Ocean Ave in the City of Santa Monica. It is densely developed connecting 5 of Los Angeles's major business districts to each other, as well as Beverly Hills!
And this store is strategically located in the heart of Santa Monica's bustling Wilshire Boulevard Corridor. This area is known for its vibrant mix of retail, dining, professional services and businesses, making it an attractive spot for retailers seeking high visibility and foot traffic.
Plus, this Cold Stone is just minutes from the Santa Monica State Beach and Santa Monica Pier. A popular stop for both locals and tourists alike!
Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, complete the short Contact Form or call the EatZ Broker on the right for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Listed By Tami Hillier at EatZ & Associates
Cold Stone also offers smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs in addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches. All these products are available for delivery or takeout and can be conveniently ordered online or by smart phone. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.
Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. They’re better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.
Well established location over 31 years. Owner operated - husband and wife team.
Prime retail space in a busy strip center along with Fromin’s Delicatessen & Restaurant, Supercuts and Yo Dawg Groom Spot.
Perfectly situated on famous Wilshire Blvd, one of Santa Monica's main thoroughfares and one of the principal E-W roads in LA running 15 miles from Grand Ave in Downtown Los Angeles to Ocean Ave in the City of Santa Monica. It is densely developed connecting 5 of Los Angeles's major business districts to each other, as well as Beverly Hills!
And this store is strategically located in the heart of Santa Monica's bustling Wilshire Boulevard Corridor. This area is known for its vibrant mix of retail, dining, professional services and businesses, making it an attractive spot for retailers seeking high visibility and foot traffic.
Plus, this Cold Stone is just minutes from the Santa Monica State Beach and Santa Monica Pier. A popular stop for both locals and tourists alike!
Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, complete the short Contact Form or call the EatZ Broker on the right for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.
Listed By Tami Hillier at EatZ & Associates
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 31
- Franchise
- This business is an established Cold Stone Creamery franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- Leased space $7,107/mth gross. Current lease expires May 2026.
Square Feet: 1,200.
Seating: 11 Inside & 4 Outside.
Days/Hrs of Operation: Su-Th 11:30a-10p & Fr-Sa 11:30a-11p.
Owners Role: Owner operated - husband and wife team.
# Of Employees: 1 Full-Time & 4 Part-Time.
Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price. - Website
- https://www.coldstonecreamery.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Ice cream is America's favorite dessert. And Cold Stone is the ultimate ice cream experience, beloved by millions of customers. Enjoys incredible household name recognition & loyalty. A truly remarkable brand w/proven staying power!
Ranked #1 in Category. Ranked in the Top 50 Beloved Brands, “Consumer Pick” & “1st Place for Craveability”-Nation's Restaurant News. Ranked in the Top 200 Countries Best Franchises-Franchise Times. Ranked in the Top 100 Global Franchises In The World-Franchise Direct. Ranked in the Top 50-Entrepreneur Franchise 500. - Opportunities for Growth
- 1st store opened in 1988, began franchising in 1994. After 30 years, this iconic brand continues to thrive & grow. Currently operating more than 900 locations in the US & 1,300 worldwide.
And Cold Stone continues to expand co-branded partnerships & create new flavors to increase sales. Is also committed to innovation, offering special themed products to celebrate each season, holiday & big blockbuster movie. Also has the highest avg unit sales volume of any ice cream concept. Plus, it's easy-to-run using only state-of-the-art equipment!
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,200
- Rent
- $7,107.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 5/31/2026
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Moving.
- Transition Support
- 80 hours at an approved training store, plus 5 days online corporate training.
- Financing Options
- No
Listing Info
- ID
- 2422808
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