Exceptional Restaurant Opportunity – Business, Furniture, Etc

Asking Price$529,000

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Exceptional Restaurant Opportunity – Business, Furniture, Etc


Asking Price$529,000

Cash Flow
Not Disclosed

EBITDANot Disclosed

Gross RevenueNot Disclosed

InventoryNot Disclosed

FF&ENot Disclosed

Business Description
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire **Mimmo's Italian Restaurant**, one of Palm Desert's most respected and well-established independent Italian restaurants. Since opening its doors in 2012, Mimmo's has earned an outstanding reputation for authentic Sicilian cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and an inviting atmosphere that has cultivated a loyal local following while attracting seasonal residents and visitors from around the world.

Located along highly traveled Highway 111 in the heart of Palm Desert, the restaurant enjoys outstanding visibility, convenient access, and proximity to upscale residential communities, resorts, golf courses, shopping, and entertainment. The area continues to benefit from year-round tourism, a growing population, and the seasonal influx of visitors that make the Coachella Valley one of Southern California's premier dining destinations.

Mimmo's offers guests an elegant yet comfortable dining experience inspired by the traditions of Sicily. The thoughtfully designed interior features warm finishes, comfortable seating, and a welcoming ambiance that has become synonymous with memorable dining experiences. In addition to the beautifully appointed main dining room, the restaurant includes an inviting enclosed patio and a private dining room capable of accommodating approximately 35 guests, creating additional opportunities for private events, celebrations, business meetings, and family gatherings.

The sale includes a fully operational, turnkey business with all of the assets necessary for continued success. Included are the business goodwill, trade name, furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), commercial kitchen equipment, bar equipment, dining room furnishings, décor, point-of-sale systems, smallwares, operating supplies, licenses and most inventory. Everything is in place for a qualified buyer to assume operations with minimal interruption. The real estate is **not** included in the sale.

Over more than a decade of operation, Mimmo's has developed a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and attentive service. The restaurant benefits from a loyal base of repeat customers, excellent online reviews, strong word-of-mouth referrals, and an established presence within the local community. Its recognized brand and positive reputation provide significant value that would take years for a new restaurant to develop independently.


While the business has established a strong foundation, there remain meaningful opportunities for future growth. Revenue can be expanded through increased catering, private events, corporate functions, wine dinners, chef's tasting experiences, enhanced digital marketing, expanded online ordering, delivery partnerships, customer loyalty programs, and strategic relationships with nearby hotels, resorts, golf clubs, and concierge services. Additional retail offerings, branded products, and expanded event programming also present opportunities to increase revenue while leveraging the restaurant's excellent reputation.

The seller is committed to ensuring a successful transition and will provide comprehensive training and operational support during the transfer of ownership. Assistance will include introductions to key employees, suppliers, operational procedures, systems training, and guidance throughout the transition period to help position the new owner for continued success.

This offering represents an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator, experienced restaurateur, hospitality group, or investor seeking to acquire an established restaurant with immediate operating capability, a recognized brand, and significant goodwill. Rather than investing substantial time and capital to develop a new concept, the buyer will step into a successful business with an established reputation, loyal clientele, and the infrastructure already in place for continued growth.
About the Business
Years in Operation
14
Facilities & Assets
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey fine dining Italian restaurant that has been successfully serving the Coachella Valley since 2012. The sale includes the established business, goodwill, furniture, fixtures, equipment (FF&E), inventory, licenses, branding, and all operating assets necessary to continue operations seamlessly. The real estate is not included.
Website
https://www.mimmospd.com
Market Outlook / Competition
Palm Desert and the greater Coachella Valley continue to be one of Southern California's premier dining and tourism destinations, supported by a growing year-round population, seasonal residents, golf and resort visitors, and nationally recognized events. Demand for established restaurants with proven operating histories remains strong, particularly for well-known independent concepts with loyal customer followings and favorable leasehold locations.

Mimmo's Italian Restaurant is well positioned within this market, having built a strong reputation over many years for authentic Italian cuisine, exceptional service, and repeat clientele. Rather than assuming the risks associated with launching a new restaurant, a buyer has the opportunity to acquire an established turnkey operation with an experienced staff, existing customer base, recognizable brand, and operational systems already in place.
Opportunities for Growth
While the restaurant has established itself as one of Palm Desert's respected destinations for authentic Italian cuisine, there remain several opportunities for a new owner to expand revenue and profitability.

Potential growth opportunities include:

Expanding catering services for corporate events, weddings, holiday parties, and private functions throughout the Coachella Valley.
Increasing utilization of the private dining room by marketing rehearsal dinners, birthdays, business meetings, and special events.
Extending operating hours to include lunch service, Sunday dining, or seasonal brunch, subject to market demand.
Real Estate
Owned or Leased
Leased
Building Sq. Ft.
5,866
Rent
$11,394.00 per month
About the Sale
Seller Motivation
Owner Retiring
Transition Support
Seller will provide a comprehensive transition period to ensure a smooth transfer of ownership. Training will include operational procedures, introduction to key employees, vendor and supplier relationships, point-of-sale systems, and day-to-day business operations. The seller will also assist with the transfer of the lease, licenses, and other transferable business assets, and will be available for a mutually agreed-upon post-closing transition period to help the new owner continue operations successfully.
Listing Info
ID
2525212
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