Maria’s Bagels Bakery Cafe
Business Description
Maria's Bagels Bakery Cafe presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established bakery and wholesale operation in Barre, Vermont. Founded in 2015, this profitable business has built a loyal customer base over 9 years of continuous operation, generating $400,000 in annual revenue.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
This dual-concept establishment operates both a retail bakery cafe and a thriving wholesale bakery business. Located in a 4,900 square foot facility, the business has established itself as a dominant player in Barre's bakery scene, serving a community of approximately 8,500 residents. The wholesale division provides high-margin revenue streams with steady demand from established accounts.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
• Annual Revenue: $400,000
• Profitable operations with strong cash flow
• Diverse revenue streams from retail and wholesale channels
• Monthly lease: $2,950 for substantial 4,900 sq ft space
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
• Superior product quality with unmatched freshness and unique recipes
• Strong wholesale business with loyal customer demand
• Prime location with limited direct competition
• Established vendor relationships and operational systems
• Community-supported business with solid reputation
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Significant expansion potential exists through:
• Wholesale account expansion to restaurants, hotels, offices, schools, and grocery stores throughout Central Vermont
• Menu diversification including seasonal pastries, artisan breads, gourmet sandwiches, and specialty dietary options
• Extended operating hours and catering services
• Delivery service implementation
• Team building to support wholesale growth initiatives
OWNER SUPPORT
The retiring owner is committed to ensuring buyer success, offering comprehensive training including 2 weeks of hands-on instruction covering recipes, operations, vendor relationships, and daily routines. Additional phone support and optional in-person assistance available.
This turnkey operation offers an ideal opportunity for an entrepreneur to acquire a profitable, established business with substantial growth potential in Vermont's thriving food service market.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
This dual-concept establishment operates both a retail bakery cafe and a thriving wholesale bakery business. Located in a 4,900 square foot facility, the business has established itself as a dominant player in Barre's bakery scene, serving a community of approximately 8,500 residents. The wholesale division provides high-margin revenue streams with steady demand from established accounts.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
• Annual Revenue: $400,000
• Profitable operations with strong cash flow
• Diverse revenue streams from retail and wholesale channels
• Monthly lease: $2,950 for substantial 4,900 sq ft space
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
• Superior product quality with unmatched freshness and unique recipes
• Strong wholesale business with loyal customer demand
• Prime location with limited direct competition
• Established vendor relationships and operational systems
• Community-supported business with solid reputation
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Significant expansion potential exists through:
• Wholesale account expansion to restaurants, hotels, offices, schools, and grocery stores throughout Central Vermont
• Menu diversification including seasonal pastries, artisan breads, gourmet sandwiches, and specialty dietary options
• Extended operating hours and catering services
• Delivery service implementation
• Team building to support wholesale growth initiatives
OWNER SUPPORT
The retiring owner is committed to ensuring buyer success, offering comprehensive training including 2 weeks of hands-on instruction covering recipes, operations, vendor relationships, and daily routines. Additional phone support and optional in-person assistance available.
This turnkey operation offers an ideal opportunity for an entrepreneur to acquire a profitable, established business with substantial growth potential in Vermont's thriving food service market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 12
- Employees
- 3 (2 Full-time, 1 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- Turnkey bakery/cafe w/full equipment. Bakery: 40qt Hobart (hook/paddle/whisk), (2) 30qt Hobarts, 100lb Excal spiral mixer, dough divider & former, 88 proof boxes, 6x8 walk-in cooler/freezer, (2) full + (1) half SS tables, (4) 6-shelf racks, (3) 200lb flour bins, 8-burner range w/ovens, 3-comp sink, new exhaust fan, utensils. Kitchen: rack oven, 10-burner range w/ovens, fridge, 3-bay sink, tables. Cafe: ~40 seats, 8 coffee urns, conveyor toaster, refrig display + 42” sandwich station, bagel slicer, (2) SS fridges, meat slicers,signs, cams, outdoor tables.
- Website
- https://mariasbagels.com/
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Dominant in Barre, VT bakery/cafe scene (pop ~8,500). Superior product—unmatched freshness, quality recipes, unique items—builds strong moat. Competitors (Kitty Korner Cafe, Tasty Bites, Espresso Bueno, Bohemian Bakery nearby) limited/fragmented; none match our variety, full setup or wholesale strength, securing loyal customers & prime location. Popular wholesale business delivers steady high-margin demand. Growth: Major untapped potential—expand wholesale (restaurants/stores/events), add delivery/catering, extend hours/menu, or scale in Central VT.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Huge upside for this Barre, VT bakery/cafe! Massively boost revenue with menu expansions—add seasonal pastries, artisan breads, gourmet sandwiches, vegan/gluten-free/healthy items to attract crowds & raise average tickets. Wholesale is already a high-margin powerhouse with loyal demand; endless untapped accounts (restaurants, hotels, offices, schools, events, grocers) in Central VT are primed for takeover. Build a strong team—skilled bakers, sales, delivery—and watch wholesale explode for game-changing profits. Prime location, limited competitors.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 4,900
- Rent
- $2,950.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retiring and moving
- Transition Support
- Seller committed to your success—will do whatever it takes to teach you the business. 2 weeks hands-on training included (no cost): recipes, ops, vendors, routines. Next 2 weeks: phone troubleshooting support. Any in-person help after that: hourly pay. Prioritizing your smooth start!
Listing Info
- ID
- 2474828
- Listing Views
- 11
Business Location
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