Turnkey Café with Strong Community Reputation
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TURNKEY CAFÉ WITH STRONG COMMUNITY REPUTATION
Established in 2020, this thriving café represents an exceptional opportunity in Fort Walton Beach's growing market. Located in an evolving area of town, this turnkey operation generates $369,474 in annual revenue with established systems and a loyal customer base.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
This 1,800 square foot café operates seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, serving a strong community following. The business includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment valued at $65,000, plus inventory. Currently owner-operated in an absentee capacity, the café provides immediate earning potential for a new owner.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
• Annual Revenue: $369,474
• Cash Flow (SDE): $23,000
• Asking Price: $99,999
• Monthly Lease: $2,500 (expires 12/31/2026)
• Seller financing available
FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
The commercial kitchen features comprehensive equipment including hood system, grease trap, grill, flat top, fryers, oven, walk-in cooler, prep areas, and commercial refrigeration. This complete setup eliminates the need for costly buildouts and supports immediate operations or menu expansion.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Significant revenue expansion potential exists through:
• Extended operating hours (currently closes at 2:00 PM)
• Addition of dinner service or extended weekend hours
• Menu expansion utilizing existing kitchen capabilities
• Catering services
• Special events and community partnerships
The limited current hours represent substantial untapped revenue potential, with the infrastructure already in place to support expanded operations.
LOCATION ADVANTAGES
Situated in a developing area of Fort Walton Beach, the café benefits from ongoing community growth and increased foot traffic. The established customer base provides stability while the evolving neighborhood offers expansion opportunities.
SUPPORT & TRANSITION
The seller provides comprehensive transition support including two weeks of training and four weeks of ongoing assistance, ensuring smooth operations continuity.
This turnkey opportunity combines established revenue streams with significant growth potential, making it ideal for an owner-operator seeking immediate income with expansion possibilities in Florida's thriving Gulf Coast market.
Established in 2020, this thriving café represents an exceptional opportunity in Fort Walton Beach's growing market. Located in an evolving area of town, this turnkey operation generates $369,474 in annual revenue with established systems and a loyal customer base.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW
This 1,800 square foot café operates seven days a week from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM, serving a strong community following. The business includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment valued at $65,000, plus inventory. Currently owner-operated in an absentee capacity, the café provides immediate earning potential for a new owner.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
• Annual Revenue: $369,474
• Cash Flow (SDE): $23,000
• Asking Price: $99,999
• Monthly Lease: $2,500 (expires 12/31/2026)
• Seller financing available
FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
The commercial kitchen features comprehensive equipment including hood system, grease trap, grill, flat top, fryers, oven, walk-in cooler, prep areas, and commercial refrigeration. This complete setup eliminates the need for costly buildouts and supports immediate operations or menu expansion.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Significant revenue expansion potential exists through:
• Extended operating hours (currently closes at 2:00 PM)
• Addition of dinner service or extended weekend hours
• Menu expansion utilizing existing kitchen capabilities
• Catering services
• Special events and community partnerships
The limited current hours represent substantial untapped revenue potential, with the infrastructure already in place to support expanded operations.
LOCATION ADVANTAGES
Situated in a developing area of Fort Walton Beach, the café benefits from ongoing community growth and increased foot traffic. The established customer base provides stability while the evolving neighborhood offers expansion opportunities.
SUPPORT & TRANSITION
The seller provides comprehensive transition support including two weeks of training and four weeks of ongoing assistance, ensuring smooth operations continuity.
This turnkey opportunity combines established revenue streams with significant growth potential, making it ideal for an owner-operator seeking immediate income with expansion possibilities in Florida's thriving Gulf Coast market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 6
- Employees
- 5 (2 Full-time, 2 Part-time, 1 Contractor)
2 - Facilities & Assets
- Facilities & Assets:
The restaurant occupies approximately 1,762 square feet and includes seating for 56 guests, a service counter, dining area, commercial kitchen, prep space, dry storage, and shared parking. The space is already configured as a second-generation restaurant, allowing a buyer to take over an established food-service setup rather than complete a full buildout.
Included with the sale are the business’s furniture, fixtures, and equipment, along with the lease, business phone number, customer/client lists, and social media accounts.
Major kitchen assets include a full hood system, in-ground grease trap, grill, flat top, fryers, oven, 6 burner stove, walk-in cooler, reach-in refrigeration, prep tables, sandwich unit, three-compartment sink, hand sinks, dish machine, dry-storage area, and assorted smallware. - Opportunities for Growth
- Growth Opportunities:
The business offers several clear opportunities for a new owner to increase revenue and profitability. Current operating hours are limited to 7:00 AM–2:00 PM, seven days a week, leaving significant opportunity to add afternoon, dinner, or extended weekend hours. The existing kitchen is already equipped with a hood system, grease trap, grill, flat top, fryers, oven, walk-in cooler, prep areas, and commercial refrigeration, making it possible to expand the menu or introduce additional meal periods without the cost of a major buildout.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,800
- Rent
- $2,500 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 1/1/2027
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- New Career
- Transition Support
- 2 weeks training, 4 weeks support.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2543773
- Listing Views
- 8
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