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Turnkey UES Café – $300K Buildout, A-Rated, Earn 3–5x ROI
Business Description
Beautiful, turnkey coffee shop on the corner of 75th St & 1st Ave in the Upper East Side — surrounded by Starbucks, 2nd Ave Deli, Pony Bar, and top schools like Lycée Français and PS 158.
Located in a high-income, high-density residential area with steady foot traffic from families, commuters, and nearby school activity. A wide promenade sits directly in front of the store (currently under sidewalk shed, scheduled for removal Fall 2025), adding future visibility.
Designed for speed and simplicity, the café features a lean, ergonomic layout ideal for solo or small team operation — efficient, inviting, and ready to run from day one.
Lease Terms:
- 15-year lease through May 2036
- $2,000/month during construction period
- Scheduled to increase to $5,000/month after completion
- Significant rent incentive in place
What’s Included:
- $300,000+ invested in buildout and equipment
- U-shaped bar layout with glass door & service window
- Floor-to-ceiling tile, custom stainless steel counters
- ADA restroom, efficient storage, and HVAC system
- All equipment owned outright and professionally serviced
Coffee & Beverage Equipment:
- Thermoplan Black & White 3 (super-automatic espresso)
- Wilbur Curtis twin brewer & twin grinder
- Curtis drip brewer
- Crathco cold drink dispenser
- Galaxy milkshake mixer
- Refrigeration:
- Manitowoc ice machine
- Dukers reach-in fridge
- Summit undercounter fridge
- Dukers merchandiser
- Spartan back bar cooler
Additional Equipment:
- Merrychef high-speed oven
- Square POS system
- Sonos amp + indoor/outdoor speakers
- 4x Nest security cameras
- 4 tables + 10 chairs
Why this is perfect for an owner-operator:
- No permits, no delays — just step in and open
- NYC DOH “A” rating issued August 2024
- All systems and equipment in place
- Built from scratch in 2023 — lightly used, like new
- High-visibility location with long-term lease
- Franchise optional — run it your way or keep the brand
Extras:
- Equipment & HVAC serviced quarterly
- Square sales data available upon request
- Training and vendor introductions included at no cost
**INQUIRE NOW TO SCHEDULE A WALKTHROUGH OR RECEIVE FINANCIALS UNDER NDA.**
Located in a high-income, high-density residential area with steady foot traffic from families, commuters, and nearby school activity. A wide promenade sits directly in front of the store (currently under sidewalk shed, scheduled for removal Fall 2025), adding future visibility.
Designed for speed and simplicity, the café features a lean, ergonomic layout ideal for solo or small team operation — efficient, inviting, and ready to run from day one.
Lease Terms:
- 15-year lease through May 2036
- $2,000/month during construction period
- Scheduled to increase to $5,000/month after completion
- Significant rent incentive in place
What’s Included:
- $300,000+ invested in buildout and equipment
- U-shaped bar layout with glass door & service window
- Floor-to-ceiling tile, custom stainless steel counters
- ADA restroom, efficient storage, and HVAC system
- All equipment owned outright and professionally serviced
Coffee & Beverage Equipment:
- Thermoplan Black & White 3 (super-automatic espresso)
- Wilbur Curtis twin brewer & twin grinder
- Curtis drip brewer
- Crathco cold drink dispenser
- Galaxy milkshake mixer
- Refrigeration:
- Manitowoc ice machine
- Dukers reach-in fridge
- Summit undercounter fridge
- Dukers merchandiser
- Spartan back bar cooler
Additional Equipment:
- Merrychef high-speed oven
- Square POS system
- Sonos amp + indoor/outdoor speakers
- 4x Nest security cameras
- 4 tables + 10 chairs
Why this is perfect for an owner-operator:
- No permits, no delays — just step in and open
- NYC DOH “A” rating issued August 2024
- All systems and equipment in place
- Built from scratch in 2023 — lightly used, like new
- High-visibility location with long-term lease
- Franchise optional — run it your way or keep the brand
Extras:
- Equipment & HVAC serviced quarterly
- Square sales data available upon request
- Training and vendor introductions included at no cost
**INQUIRE NOW TO SCHEDULE A WALKTHROUGH OR RECEIVE FINANCIALS UNDER NDA.**
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 3
- Facilities & Assets
- $300K+ turnkey buildout with DOH "A" rating on a prime UES corner. Features new espresso machine, twin brewer, grinders, refrigeration, and convection oven. ADA restroom and sleek steel counters. High-visibility storefront with strong foot traffic.
- Website
- https://www.matto.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Located on a busy UES corner with high foot traffic, near Starbucks, 2nd Ave Deli, Pony Bar, PS 158, and Lycée Français. Wide promenade in front of the store will boost curb appeal once current façade work is removed (expected Fall 2025). Surrounded by schools, residential towers, and strong daytime and evening crowds.
- Opportunities for Growth
- At $125K, this café offers a rare low-barrier entry into the Upper East Side. With a $300K+ buildout, ergonomic layout, and a DOH “A” rating, it’s fully turnkey and designed for efficient, lean operation. Located on a high-visibility corner with constant foot traffic, the shop is surrounded by schools, commuters, and residential towers. A motivated operator can earn 3–5x their investment over the lease. A smart, scalable, high-upside opportunity in a proven NYC market.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 340
- Rent
- $2,000.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 6/1/2036
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Focusing on larger stores and multi-unit operations.
- Transition Support
- Training, vendor intros, and operational support available.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2380123
- Listing Views
- 1461
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