Legendary Café & Bakery - Turnkey– Priced for Immediate Sale
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LEGENDARY CAFÉ & BAKERY - TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a beloved 25-year-old café and bakery in the heart of Brattleboro, Vermont. This community cornerstone has generated $525,000 in annual revenue with $70,000 in cash flow, now available for immediate sale at $149,000.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS:
• Established in 2001 with 25 years of continuous operation
• Strong community presence as recognized social hub
• Prime Main Street location with stunning river and mountain views
• 2,000 sq ft space with 45 indoor seats
• Recently renovated with $300,000 in improvements
• $130,000 in included FF&E and newer equipment
• Favorable lease at $2,700/month with supportive landlord
FINANCIALS:
• Annual Revenue: $525,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $70,000
• Asking Price: $149,000 (includes $2,000 inventory)
• Strong revenue-to-asking price ratio
OPERATIONS:
• Fully equipped with walk-in refrigerator, automatic espresso machine, fast-cook oven, POS system
• Established customer base with deep community loyalty
• Successful takeout and dine-in operations
• Absentee owner model proven successful
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
• Untapped retail space for local product sales
• Grab-and-go dinner market expansion potential
• Additional revenue streams identified by current owner
• Historical revenue range $500,000-$700,000 demonstrates upside potential
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
• Locally-owned preference among Vermonters and tourists
• Superior location and atmosphere versus chain competition
• 25-year reputation and community goodwill
• Beautiful setting attracts both locals and visitors
SUPPORT INCLUDED:
• Up to 45 days hands-on training
• Complete recipes and operational procedures
• Truly turnkey transition
Reason for sale: Owner retirement after 25 successful years. This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with significant growth potential at an attractive price point in Vermont's vibrant Brattleboro market.
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a beloved 25-year-old café and bakery in the heart of Brattleboro, Vermont. This community cornerstone has generated $525,000 in annual revenue with $70,000 in cash flow, now available for immediate sale at $149,000.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS:
• Established in 2001 with 25 years of continuous operation
• Strong community presence as recognized social hub
• Prime Main Street location with stunning river and mountain views
• 2,000 sq ft space with 45 indoor seats
• Recently renovated with $300,000 in improvements
• $130,000 in included FF&E and newer equipment
• Favorable lease at $2,700/month with supportive landlord
FINANCIALS:
• Annual Revenue: $525,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $70,000
• Asking Price: $149,000 (includes $2,000 inventory)
• Strong revenue-to-asking price ratio
OPERATIONS:
• Fully equipped with walk-in refrigerator, automatic espresso machine, fast-cook oven, POS system
• Established customer base with deep community loyalty
• Successful takeout and dine-in operations
• Absentee owner model proven successful
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
• Untapped retail space for local product sales
• Grab-and-go dinner market expansion potential
• Additional revenue streams identified by current owner
• Historical revenue range $500,000-$700,000 demonstrates upside potential
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
• Locally-owned preference among Vermonters and tourists
• Superior location and atmosphere versus chain competition
• 25-year reputation and community goodwill
• Beautiful setting attracts both locals and visitors
SUPPORT INCLUDED:
• Up to 45 days hands-on training
• Complete recipes and operational procedures
• Truly turnkey transition
Reason for sale: Owner retirement after 25 successful years. This represents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with significant growth potential at an attractive price point in Vermont's vibrant Brattleboro market.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 25
- Employees
- 10 (4 Full-time, 6 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- An extremely motivated seller who has owned this for 25 years has priced this business at far less than the value of the assets and inventory alone! The cafe is located in literally the best location in town. Charming and fully updated in both service and customer areas, bright and sunny with stunning river and mountain views. All updated cooking and service equipment in good condition including: commercial walk in refrigerator and double door refrigerator, freezers, stand and floor mixers, turbo oven, commercial range, all small wares needed for cooking, baking and service, automatic espresso machine, Fetco type coffee machine, POS system etc...The space was underwent a complete renovation 2020 costing more than 200k, that included new wood floors, ceilings, panoramic windows, bathrooms, banquettes and much more. This business has exceptional standing in the area and a large, loyal following that will be standing at the door the moment it reopens.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The main competition in this market is a large bagel place across the street. There are various other small cafes and restaurants in the town, but they have never offered meaningful competition to Amy's which is the embodiment of everything that makes Vermont special. The bagel place, although good quality is part of a chain. Vermonters and tourists have always strongly preferred locally owned and operated businesses that better reflect why people live in and visit Vermont. There are other businesses that will always draw some business, but with it's prime location, beautiful atmosphere and stellar river and mountain views, Amy's is the place people will overwhelmingly choose over other options given a choice. More elaboration can be done on the market and competition in discussions with interested buyers.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The key to this opportunity are the growth opportunities that have not been taken advantage of. Because the owner had limited energy and vision for the business, there are many areas, some almost effortless and some requiring more inputs that could likely double its revenue potential. Locals and tourists alike have a long standing dedication and love for Amy's, seeing it as one of the businesses that form the heart of Brattleboro, but in recent years it has become stayed, doing the same thing it has done all along. There is ample retail space in the cafe that could be easily utilized in selling local products with near zero effort or cost to the owner. One of the most popular and fastest growing markets nationwide is selling wholesome, simple grab and go meals at dinnertime for working families who don't want to cook. This easy and low cost service alone could dramatically increase revenue and profitability. Many other growth opportunities will be discussed with interested buyers.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,000
- Rent
- $2,700.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owned for 25 years. Owner retiring.
- Transition Support
- Owner will offer up to 45 days of full hands on training, including recipes and everything needed to make this a truly turnkey operation.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2520199
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