Turnkey Boutique Coffee Shop with Strong Brand Identity Available
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Established Café – Strong Brand, Loyal Customers
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, independently owned specialty coffee and breakfast café in Downers Grove, IL. Established in 2018, this turnkey boutique coffee shop has built a strong brand identity and loyal customer base, earning a 4.8-star rating across review platforms.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual revenue: $412,000
• Asking price: $190,000
• Affordable lease: $880/month through December 2027
• Strong revenue-to-asking price ratio demonstrates solid financial performance
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS:
• Turnkey operation with established recipes and supplier relationships
• Loyal repeat customer base in underserved suburban Chicago market
• Active online ordering system with curbside pickup
• Established catering offering for corporate and private events
• Strong social media presence providing built-in marketing channel
• Open 7 days a week with trained staff and efficient systems
LOCATION ADVANTAGES:
• High-traffic strip mall location with excellent highway access
• Ample parking availability
• Serves underserved community as one of few independent specialty cafés
• Strong daily foot traffic from commuters, schools, and local residents
MENU & OPERATIONS:
• Extensive artisan coffee menu including espresso drinks, cold brew, matcha
• Full fresh breakfast menu with sandwiches, wraps, avocado toast, power bowls
• Diverse offerings appeal to commuters, families, students, and professionals
• Currently operates morning and midday hours
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
• Extended evening hours (currently closes at 2pm)
• Catering expansion for local market
• Second location potential given proven concept
• Expanded retail offerings including bagged coffee and merchandise
• Delivery partnerships and subscription-based services
OWNER SUPPORT:
Seller provides 2 weeks hands-on training covering operations, recipes, supplier relationships, and staff management, with additional transitional support available.
Ideal for owner-operators passionate about coffee and community, or experienced restaurateurs seeking a proven, scalable concept with significant growth potential.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual revenue: $412,000
• Asking price: $190,000
• Affordable lease: $880/month through December 2027
• Strong revenue-to-asking price ratio demonstrates solid financial performance
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS:
• Turnkey operation with established recipes and supplier relationships
• Loyal repeat customer base in underserved suburban Chicago market
• Active online ordering system with curbside pickup
• Established catering offering for corporate and private events
• Strong social media presence providing built-in marketing channel
• Open 7 days a week with trained staff and efficient systems
LOCATION ADVANTAGES:
• High-traffic strip mall location with excellent highway access
• Ample parking availability
• Serves underserved community as one of few independent specialty cafés
• Strong daily foot traffic from commuters, schools, and local residents
MENU & OPERATIONS:
• Extensive artisan coffee menu including espresso drinks, cold brew, matcha
• Full fresh breakfast menu with sandwiches, wraps, avocado toast, power bowls
• Diverse offerings appeal to commuters, families, students, and professionals
• Currently operates morning and midday hours
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
• Extended evening hours (currently closes at 2pm)
• Catering expansion for local market
• Second location potential given proven concept
• Expanded retail offerings including bagged coffee and merchandise
• Delivery partnerships and subscription-based services
OWNER SUPPORT:
Seller provides 2 weeks hands-on training covering operations, recipes, supplier relationships, and staff management, with additional transitional support available.
Ideal for owner-operators passionate about coffee and community, or experienced restaurateurs seeking a proven, scalable concept with significant growth potential.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 8
- Employees
- 10 (1 Full-time, 9 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- Sale includes all furniture, fixtures, and equipment including a commercial espresso machine, refrigeration units, POS system, seating, counters, and décor. Space is approximately 765 sq ft, located in a strip mall with ample parking off I-355. Business operates under a lease — please contact for current lease terms and expiration date.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- This is one of the only independent, locally-owned specialty coffee and breakfast cafés in its market, serving an underserved suburban Chicago community. Located in a high-traffic strip mall with excellent highway access, the business benefits from strong daily foot traffic from commuters, nearby schools, and local residents. The area is predominantly served by national chains, making this boutique café a unique and beloved alternative with a loyal, established customer base and a 4.8-star rating across review platforms.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The business offers significant growth potential including: extended evening hours (currently closes at 2pm), catering expansion for local corporate and private events, addition of a second location given the proven concept and strong brand, expanded retail offerings such as bagged coffee, branded merchandise, or packaged goods. The business also has an established online ordering system and social media following that could support delivery partnerships or subscription-based offerings.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 10,000
- Rent
- $880.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 12/31/2027
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner is looking to pursue other business opportunities and feels the time is ri
- Transition Support
- Owner will provide 2 weeks of hands-on training covering daily operations, recipes and drink preparation, supplier relationships, ordering processes, and staff management. Additional transitional support is available as needed to ensure a smooth handover.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2476142
- Listing Views
- 52
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