This established and profitable turnkey café offers a rare opportunity highlighted by an exceptionally low rent and highly favorable lease, creating a strong foundation for profitability and reduced operating risk.
Located within a prominent San Mateo commercial campus, this business is ideal for an owner-operator seeking immediate cash flow and a lifestyle-friendly schedule.

Asking Price: $99,000
Exceptional Lease – A Rare & Valuable Advantage

One of the most compelling features of this opportunity is the extraordinarily low monthly rent of just $1,100, which includes utilities, water, janitorial services, cleaning, and maintenance.

This all-inclusive lease structure significantly reduces operating expenses, simplifies management, and enhances bottom-line profitability.
Opportunities with this level of occupancy cost—particularly within a well-established commercial campus—are extremely rare and provide a meaningful competitive advantage.

Low fixed costs also create downside protection while offering substantial upside as revenue grows.

Turnkey with Immediate Cash Flow

Unlike building a café from scratch—with significant build-out costs, permitting delays, and uncertain demand—this business allows a new owner to step in and benefit from day-one revenue. The café is fully built-out, equipped, and supported by an established customer base.

Proven Location & Long Operating History

Successfully operating since 2003, the café benefits from a steady stream of built-in customers including office tenants within the campus and guests from a nearby hotel just steps away. Newly upgraded FF&E (2025) further enhances value and reduces capital needs.

Approximately 1,000 square feet with indoor and outdoor seating. The fresh, made-to-order menu does not require a hood system, simplifying operations and keeping overhead low. No direct competition within the Campus.

Lifestyle-Friendly Schedule
Currently open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM and closed on weekends.
Predictable hours offer a rare work/life balance in the food service industry.

Built-In Growth Opportunities
Expand catering to office tenants
Develop partnerships with adjacent hotel
Increase online ordering and delivery
Extend hours if desired

These opportunities provide meaningful upside without major operational changes.

Ideal Buyer

Perfect for:
Owner-operator
Husband-and-wife team
First-time buyer
Existing café operator expanding footprint

Seller will provide training for a smooth transition.
Reason for sale: Family Considerations


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