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Highly rated coffee shop & wine bar with wide variety of drinks
Business Description
Cafe and wine bar is a charming, highly rated (4.9 out of 5 stars) nestled in the heart of the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. This cozy European-style coffee shop offers a unique blend of gourmet coffee drinks, refreshing cold beverages, savory and sweet crepes, and a select wine and beer menu—all in a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.
This is a turnkey opportunity for an entrepreneur or seasoned restaurateur seeking to step into a fully operational business with a solid reputation and loyal customer base.
Key Features
• 4.9 out of 5 Stars on Google/Yelp – Outstanding customer reviews and repeat clientele
• All processing and operational procedures in place – Full documentation and smooth systems for new ownership
• Staffed with 4 reliable part-time employees – Experienced and well-trained team ready to stay on
• European-style café ambiance – Stylish interior and relaxed vibe
• Diverse menu – Variety of espresso drinks, cold refreshers, artisanal crepes, and curated beer/wine list
• Prime location – Great visibility and foot traffic in Chicago’s northwest suburbs
• Favorable lease – Lease in place until end of September 2025
• Affordable purchase price – Only $50,000, includes all equipment and fixtures
Ideal Buyer
Perfect for a coffee lover, culinary professional, or investor seeking a ready-to-go operation with low overhead, established branding, and plenty of room for growth (catering, expanded hours, events, etc.).
Next Steps
Serious inquiries only. NDAs required for financials and location disclosure.
This is a turnkey opportunity for an entrepreneur or seasoned restaurateur seeking to step into a fully operational business with a solid reputation and loyal customer base.
Key Features
• 4.9 out of 5 Stars on Google/Yelp – Outstanding customer reviews and repeat clientele
• All processing and operational procedures in place – Full documentation and smooth systems for new ownership
• Staffed with 4 reliable part-time employees – Experienced and well-trained team ready to stay on
• European-style café ambiance – Stylish interior and relaxed vibe
• Diverse menu – Variety of espresso drinks, cold refreshers, artisanal crepes, and curated beer/wine list
• Prime location – Great visibility and foot traffic in Chicago’s northwest suburbs
• Favorable lease – Lease in place until end of September 2025
• Affordable purchase price – Only $50,000, includes all equipment and fixtures
Ideal Buyer
Perfect for a coffee lover, culinary professional, or investor seeking a ready-to-go operation with low overhead, established branding, and plenty of room for growth (catering, expanded hours, events, etc.).
Next Steps
Serious inquiries only. NDAs required for financials and location disclosure.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 2
- Employees
- 4
- Facilities & Assets
- This cozy European-style café, established in 2023, offers 321 sq. ft. of efficiently designed space with seating for up to 20 guests. The facility is fully equipped with three commercial refrigerators, a kegerator, a convection oven, a microwave, a commercial ice-making machine, a high-efficiency dishwasher, a three-compartment sink, a professional crepe maker, and a commercial-grade coffee machine—ideal for serving a variety of coffee drinks, crepes, cold refreshments, and alcoholic beverages.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Cafe and wine bar is a charming, highly rated (4.9 out of 5 stars) nestled in the heart of the NW Suburbs of Chicago. This cozy European-style coffee shop offers a unique blend of gourmet coffee drinks, refreshing cold beverages, savory and sweet crepes, and a select wine and beer menu—all in a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps customers coming back.
- Opportunities for Growth
- This owner-operated café has no royalty fees and offers significant potential for future growth, especially with the upcoming redevelopment of the mall. Situated in a premium location—right at the heart of the shopping center on the first floor at a main intersection—it benefits from high visibility and accessibility. With increased foot traffic expected post-redevelopment, the business is well-positioned for substantial long-term expansion.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 330
- Lease Expiration
- 10/1/2025
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- An Owner has decided to pursue other opportunities in a different professional a
- Transition Support
- All processing and operational procedures in place – Full documentation and smooth systems for new ownership
Listing Info
- ID
- 2387357
- Listing Views
- 1082
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