Established, deli with strong first-year sales, a loyal repeat customer base, and multiple opportunities for continued growth.

This turnkey deli in Hackettstown, New Jersey generated more than $218,000 in retail sales during its first 12 months of operation, primarily through walk-in traffic, repeat customers, and word-of-mouth — with very limited paid advertising.

The deli has recently been moving approximately 2,500+ lbs. of premium deli meats per month, demonstrating strong customer demand and an established local following.

The business is currently operated on a streamlined schedule and offers a new owner the opportunity to continue the existing concept or expand products, hours, prepared foods, catering, delivery, and marketing.

Strong First-Year Performance

$218,000+ in retail sales during the first 12 months
Recently moving approximately 2,500+ lbs. of premium deli meats per month
Strong repeat-customer business
Customer base developed largely through word-of-mouth and organic traffic
Very limited paid advertising to date
Streamlined owner-operated business model
Excellent Location

Located in an established downtown area with strong visibility and several nearby traffic generators.

Positioned between two popular breweries
Approximately four blocks from Centenary University
Convenient storefront location
Established neighborhood and repeat-customer traffic
Potential to further develop brewery, university, catering, and local business customers
Fully Equipped & Turnkey

The sale includes an operating deli setup designed for a new owner to step in and continue business with minimal interruption.

The location includes:

Retail storefront
Prep kitchen
Basement storage
Back office
Refrigeration and deli display equipment
Meat slicers and prep equipment
Shelving, fixtures, and related equipment
Approximately $18,000 in deli equipment and approximately $20,000 in current inventory are included with the sale.

Multiple Growth Opportunities

One of the biggest advantages of this opportunity is that the business has already established a customer base without fully developing several additional revenue channels.

A new owner could potentially grow the business through expanded grocery and specialty-food selections, additional prepared foods and grab-and-go meals, catering, university-focused promotions, local delivery and online ordering, extended operating hours, and increased advertising and social-media marketing.

The existing operation provides a solid foundation while leaving substantial room for a new owner to put their own ideas into the business.

Reason for Sale

Seller is relocating out of state for family reasons.