Turnkey Ice Cream, Coffee & Sweets Shop – Profitable!
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Broker Summary:
Well-established, profitable ice cream shop located in a busy, affluent area. Opened in 2020, this business has built a loyal following and generates consistent year-round revenue. Known for premium ice cream brands, 80 flavors, and a unique free-toppings concept that keeps customers coming back.
This is a fully turnkey operation with trained, honest staff in place. The current owner works approximately 5 hours per week, making this an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or semi-absentee buyer.
The location features a modern buildout with digital menu boards, mounted TVs, and a camera/security system accessible via mobile app, allowing for efficient and remote oversight.
Over $246,000 has been invested in newer, high-end equipment, and the sale includes approximately $30,000 in inventory at closing.
Business Highlights:
2025 Revenue: $318,241
Cash Flow (SDE): ~$103,000
Owner works 5 hours/week
11 PT Employees
Established 2020 – strong local reputation
Located in high-income, high-traffic area
Modern setup with digital menus, TVs, and remote camera access
Consistent sales even in colder months
Products & Revenue Streams
80 flavors of premium ice cream
Free toppings model (major competitive advantage)
Signature handcrafted milkshakes & weekly specials
Ice cream sandwiches, sundaes, banana splits, bubble waffles
Coffee, espresso, iced coffee, tea & chai
Retail: pints, quarts, half-gallons, cakes & treats
Catering, corporate events, and mobile event cart revenue
Equipment & Buildout:
Over $246K invested in equipment
High-end refrigeration, dipping cabinets, freezers
Espresso machine, prep equipment, display cases
Outdoor refrigerated cart with POS system for events
Modern, clean, turnkey setup
Operations:
-Loyal, experienced staff in place
-Easy-to-run concept with simple systems
-Owner currently part-time (5 hrs./week)
-Smooth transition and training
Growth Opportunities:
-Expand ice cream socials with schools, churches, and local organizations
-Increase catering & corporate event bookings
-Leverage community events & festivals
-New anchor business opening next door expected to drive additional foot traffic
-Expand hours or optimize staffing for higher margins
-Potential for additional location(s)
Confidentiality
Interested buyers must sign a non-disclosure agreement and complete a buyer questionnaire to receive additional information about this profitable opportunity.
Ideal Buyer:
*Owner-operator looking to increase income
*Semi-absentee buyer seeking stable cash flow
*Family-run operation
*Multi-unit operator expanding footprint
Well-established, profitable ice cream shop located in a busy, affluent area. Opened in 2020, this business has built a loyal following and generates consistent year-round revenue. Known for premium ice cream brands, 80 flavors, and a unique free-toppings concept that keeps customers coming back.
This is a fully turnkey operation with trained, honest staff in place. The current owner works approximately 5 hours per week, making this an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or semi-absentee buyer.
The location features a modern buildout with digital menu boards, mounted TVs, and a camera/security system accessible via mobile app, allowing for efficient and remote oversight.
Over $246,000 has been invested in newer, high-end equipment, and the sale includes approximately $30,000 in inventory at closing.
Business Highlights:
2025 Revenue: $318,241
Cash Flow (SDE): ~$103,000
Owner works 5 hours/week
11 PT Employees
Established 2020 – strong local reputation
Located in high-income, high-traffic area
Modern setup with digital menus, TVs, and remote camera access
Consistent sales even in colder months
Products & Revenue Streams
80 flavors of premium ice cream
Free toppings model (major competitive advantage)
Signature handcrafted milkshakes & weekly specials
Ice cream sandwiches, sundaes, banana splits, bubble waffles
Coffee, espresso, iced coffee, tea & chai
Retail: pints, quarts, half-gallons, cakes & treats
Catering, corporate events, and mobile event cart revenue
Equipment & Buildout:
Over $246K invested in equipment
High-end refrigeration, dipping cabinets, freezers
Espresso machine, prep equipment, display cases
Outdoor refrigerated cart with POS system for events
Modern, clean, turnkey setup
Operations:
-Loyal, experienced staff in place
-Easy-to-run concept with simple systems
-Owner currently part-time (5 hrs./week)
-Smooth transition and training
Growth Opportunities:
-Expand ice cream socials with schools, churches, and local organizations
-Increase catering & corporate event bookings
-Leverage community events & festivals
-New anchor business opening next door expected to drive additional foot traffic
-Expand hours or optimize staffing for higher margins
-Potential for additional location(s)
Confidentiality
Interested buyers must sign a non-disclosure agreement and complete a buyer questionnaire to receive additional information about this profitable opportunity.
Ideal Buyer:
*Owner-operator looking to increase income
*Semi-absentee buyer seeking stable cash flow
*Family-run operation
*Multi-unit operator expanding footprint
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 6
- Employees
- 11 Part-time
Adjust as needed seasonally. - Facilities & Assets
- The business operates from a modern, well-maintained retail space in a high-traffic, affluent area with strong visibility and accessibility. The shop is fully built out for efficient, high-volume service with an inviting customer layout.
Included is a complete turnkey setup with high-end equipment such as dipping cabinets, commercial freezers, refrigeration units, prep stations, display cases, and espresso/coffee equipment. The owner has invested over $246,000 in newer equipment, minimizing future capital needs.
Additional assets include digital menu boards, mounted TVs, and a camera/security system accessible via mobile app for remote monitoring. A mobile refrigerated event cart with POS system is also included. - Market Outlook / Competition
- The U.S. ice cream and frozen dessert market remains a large and resilient industry, generating over $10+ billion annually, with continued consumer demand across all seasons. The market has shifted toward premium, artisanal, and experience-driven concepts, which are seeing strong growth and higher margins.
In affluent suburban markets, ice cream shops benefit from high discretionary spending, family-oriented traffic, and repeat local customers, especially when paired with a strong in-store experience and product quality. Concepts offering premium brands, unique flavors, and customizable options—such as free toppings and made-to-order creations—are well positioned against competitors.
The competitive landscape includes national chains, independent scoop shops, and grocery retail; however, this location differentiates itself through its premium product mix, large flavor selection, weekly specials, free toppings model, modern buildout, and strong local reputation - Opportunities for Growth
- Strong upside exists through expanded local outreach and better use of existing assets. The business is well-positioned to grow ice cream socials with nearby schools, churches, youth programs, and community organizations—an underutilized, high-margin revenue stream. Additional revenue can come from corporate catering, private events, and festivals using the existing mobile refrigerated cart and POS system.
Located in a high-income, high-traffic area, the shop benefits from steady year-round demand. A new anchor business opening next door is expected to further increase foot traffic and visibility. Opportunities also exist to enhance social media marketing, local partnerships, and delivery platform presence.
An owner-operator can improve margins through hands-on management and staffing efficiencies, with potential to expand into additional locations in similar markets.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,370
- Rent
- $4,200.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 12/31/2030
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Seller is retiring.
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide comprehensive training covering all aspects of daily operations, including point-of-sale systems, inventory management, staffing, customer service, and product preparation. The buyer will be fully introduced to all key vendor relationships, supply sources, and operational systems, including any websites and digital tools used in the business.
Seller will also assist with the seamless transfer of all utilities, services, and accounts to ensure continuity of operations. In addition, the buyer will receive guidance on the business’s established practices, procedures, and overall operating philosophy that have contributed to its success.
A minimum of 4 weeks of hands-on training and transition support will be provided, with additional support available as needed by mutual agreement.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2497876
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