Viral and Exotic SNACK STORE for Sale in a Busy Midwest Mall
Business Description
This unique 900 sq ft specialty snack store operates in a high-traffic Chicago Ridge mall, capitalizing on the viral social media trend of exotic treats and international snacks. Established in 2024, the business has quickly built a loyal customer base and achieved $410,000 in annual revenue.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
The store specializes in trending snacks from around the world, toys, and viral treats popularized on social platforms like TikTok. Located in a busy mall with established anchor tenants, the business benefits from consistent foot traffic and serves as the only exotic snack retailer in the immediate area.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual Revenue: $410,000
• Monthly Lease: $4,000
• Asking Price: $125,000
• Strong revenue generation in first year of operation
KEY ADVANTAGES:
• Unique market position - only exotic snack store in mall and surrounding area
• Products unavailable at nearby competitors
• Turn-key operation with established systems
• Trained staff in place
• Proven concept with social media appeal
• Strong customer base already developed
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
• Expand within mall or add satellite kiosks
• Enhanced marketing through local influencers and events
• Third-party delivery service integration
• Freezer display upgrades for expanded product lines
• Vendor relationship optimization to improve margins
SUPPORT INCLUDED:
• 3 months administrative transition support
• Employee training assistance
• Standard operating procedures and training materials
• Complete business systems transfer
This business represents an opportunity to own a trendy, profitable retail concept in an established location with significant expansion potential. The viral nature of exotic snacks and social media marketing creates natural customer attraction and repeat business.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
The store specializes in trending snacks from around the world, toys, and viral treats popularized on social platforms like TikTok. Located in a busy mall with established anchor tenants, the business benefits from consistent foot traffic and serves as the only exotic snack retailer in the immediate area.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual Revenue: $410,000
• Monthly Lease: $4,000
• Asking Price: $125,000
• Strong revenue generation in first year of operation
KEY ADVANTAGES:
• Unique market position - only exotic snack store in mall and surrounding area
• Products unavailable at nearby competitors
• Turn-key operation with established systems
• Trained staff in place
• Proven concept with social media appeal
• Strong customer base already developed
GROWTH POTENTIAL:
• Expand within mall or add satellite kiosks
• Enhanced marketing through local influencers and events
• Third-party delivery service integration
• Freezer display upgrades for expanded product lines
• Vendor relationship optimization to improve margins
SUPPORT INCLUDED:
• 3 months administrative transition support
• Employee training assistance
• Standard operating procedures and training materials
• Complete business systems transfer
This business represents an opportunity to own a trendy, profitable retail concept in an established location with significant expansion potential. The viral nature of exotic snacks and social media marketing creates natural customer attraction and repeat business.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 2
- Employees
- 5 (3 Full-time, 2 Contractors)
- Facilities & Assets
- 6 Wooden Tall Shelves
2 Long Retail Displays
6 White Shelves
Small Yellow Counter Display
4 Metal racks
1 Cash safe
2 Sticker Display Holders
4 Ikea Installed Wall shelves
1 small metal rack holder for plushies
3-4 large barrel displays various colors
Various shipper displays
Large Light Up Sign
Installed LED Sign
Large Red Freezer
1 small 2-door fridge
1 large sliding fridge
2 Storage Deep Freezers
1 Wrapped Display Deep Freezer
Cameras and Speakers
Toast POS, Toast Scale, 2 scan guns, x 1 Laptop, Toast Drawer, Toast Pronto Handheld
All marketing materials: Shelf inserts, Flyers, Window Stickers, Wavy Man, Roller Sign, Standing Sign.
Kiosk located in the middle of the mall - Monthly Lease
Inventory - valued at around 30k-40k. A comprehensive list to be provided at purchase with adjustment of sales price. - Market Outlook / Competition
- We are the only exotic snack store in the mall and for multiple miles
We sell products that nearby stores don't even carry. - Opportunities for Growth
- Ability to move location within mall or add additional kiosks
Upgrade freezer display and add more cosmetic upgrades if desired
Local marketing with influencers and events
3rd-party delivery services
Decrease COGs with preferred vendors
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 900
- Rent
- $4,000.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Personal, Need for capital
- Transition Support
- Will provide 3 months of admin support to allow a successful transition.
Can have current employees train any new employees as well.
Training materials and SOPs to be provided
Listing Info
- ID
- 2512465
- Listing Views
Business Location
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