Turnkey Sushi Restaurant in Top Vermont location
Business Description
Established Sushi Restaurant - Manchester, Vermont
This well-established 25-seat Japanese restaurant has been serving Manchester, Vermont since 2005, building a strong reputation among both locals and the steady stream of four-season tourists drawn to this premier ski resort and shopping destination. Located in the heart of Manchester, this restaurant benefits from being the only sushi establishment in the area while contributing to the town's reputation as a dining destination.
Business Overview:
- Operating since 2005 with established customer base
- 800 square feet of restaurant space
- 25-seat capacity in prime Manchester location
- Leased property at $1,333 monthly
- Asking price: $100,000
Key Strengths:
- Long-established culinary reputation and local goodwill
- Unique market position as the only sushi restaurant in the area
- Benefits from Manchester's four-season tourism including skiing, outdoor activities, and world-class shopping
- Affluent local customer base supplements tourist traffic
- Part of Manchester's established restaurant scene that attracts dining enthusiasts
Training & Support:
The current owner and master chef will provide three months of comprehensive training to ensure seamless transition of culinary skills and business operations. Additional support is available as the owner remains local post-sale.
Growth Potential:
Significant expansion opportunities exist as the restaurant has not operated a full six or seven day schedule in recent years. Additional space including adjoining rental areas and rear expansion possibilities offer further growth potential. The established customer base and unique market position provide a strong foundation for increased operations.
Location Benefits:
Manchester, Vermont is a four-season resort destination attracting visitors year-round for skiing, outdoor recreation, and premium shopping. The restaurant's established presence in this affluent market provides consistent revenue streams from both tourism and local patronage.
Reason for Sale:
Owner retirement creates this opportunity for a new operator to step into a fully operational restaurant with established systems, staff, and customer relationships already in place. Next owner will inherit the fruits of an investment of professsionalism and loving service to the many customers.
This well-established 25-seat Japanese restaurant has been serving Manchester, Vermont since 2005, building a strong reputation among both locals and the steady stream of four-season tourists drawn to this premier ski resort and shopping destination. Located in the heart of Manchester, this restaurant benefits from being the only sushi establishment in the area while contributing to the town's reputation as a dining destination.
Business Overview:
- Operating since 2005 with established customer base
- 800 square feet of restaurant space
- 25-seat capacity in prime Manchester location
- Leased property at $1,333 monthly
- Asking price: $100,000
Key Strengths:
- Long-established culinary reputation and local goodwill
- Unique market position as the only sushi restaurant in the area
- Benefits from Manchester's four-season tourism including skiing, outdoor activities, and world-class shopping
- Affluent local customer base supplements tourist traffic
- Part of Manchester's established restaurant scene that attracts dining enthusiasts
Training & Support:
The current owner and master chef will provide three months of comprehensive training to ensure seamless transition of culinary skills and business operations. Additional support is available as the owner remains local post-sale.
Growth Potential:
Significant expansion opportunities exist as the restaurant has not operated a full six or seven day schedule in recent years. Additional space including adjoining rental areas and rear expansion possibilities offer further growth potential. The established customer base and unique market position provide a strong foundation for increased operations.
Location Benefits:
Manchester, Vermont is a four-season resort destination attracting visitors year-round for skiing, outdoor recreation, and premium shopping. The restaurant's established presence in this affluent market provides consistent revenue streams from both tourism and local patronage.
Reason for Sale:
Owner retirement creates this opportunity for a new operator to step into a fully operational restaurant with established systems, staff, and customer relationships already in place. Next owner will inherit the fruits of an investment of professsionalism and loving service to the many customers.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 21
- Employees
- 2 Part-time
- Facilities & Assets
- Tables, chairs, displays, setup areas, refrigerators, silverware, plates, dishes, glasses, everything needed to start immediately
- Market Outlook / Competition
- This is a four season resort area with an affluent local base. There is no other sushi restaurant in the area. However, the presence of other good restaurants in the town has made the town of Manchester Vermont a 'go-to' spot for eating out and entertaining. The Sushi Boat has been a big part of that for a long time.
- Opportunities for Growth
- There are adjoining rental areas as well as a rear area which can be considered.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 800
- Rent
- $1,333 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- The owner is approaching or at normal retirement age.
- Transition Support
- The owner and master chef will train for three months and additional support can be easily discussed as owner remains local.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2552548
- Listing Views
Business Location
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