Ice Cream Shop with Premium Build-Out in a Busy Shopping Center in East Contra Costa County

RRC#5338
Offered at $119,000
Location: Contra Costa County
Annual Revenue: Contact for Info
Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info
Monthly Rent: $4417 + $1340 NNN

Listing Description:

Rarely does an ice cream business of this caliber become available. Consistently top-rated and deeply rooted in the community, this beloved shop has built a loyal customer base around its handcrafted ice cream, served on freshly made waffle cones, in cups, sundaes, and specialty creations. The menu blends timeless favorites with innovative flavors inspired by seasonal local ingredients and international influences, creating a destination that keeps guests returning year after year.

The business enjoys an exceptional location adjacent to one of the strongest traffic-generating anchor tenants in retail, providing a steady stream of customers throughout the day. Situated along a prominent main street within a thriving shopping center, the shop benefits from outstanding visibility and a complementary mix of highly desirable neighboring tenants.

A substantial investment has been made in equipment and infrastructure. The operation features a premium Carpigiani batch freezer capable of producing 20-quart batches in as little as 10–15 minutes, ensuring efficient production during the busiest periods. Additional equipment includes a dipping cabinet with heated dipper wells, display freezer, stainless steel refrigerator and freezer, convection oven, proofer, extensive storage shelving, and all required sinks and support equipment.

What truly sets this business apart is its dairy department-approved ice cream cleanroom, allowing the owner to package ice cream for wholesale distribution and resale through third-party retailers—a rare and valuable asset that offers significant untapped growth potential. The sale also includes a fully equipped mobile ice cream cart featuring its own dipping cabinet and sink, creating additional revenue opportunities through catering, private events, festivals, and community gatherings.