An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable café business in the heart of Encinitas, just steps from Coast Highway 101 and three blocks from world-famous Swami’s Beach.
Highlights:
Location: 750 sq. ft. café on a peaceful, tree-lined street with outdoor seating for 12 and indoor seating for 12. Neighbors include Yoga Tropics (10+ years in business) and the Self-Realization Fellowship, ensuring steady local and tourist traffic.
Established Business: Open one year, profitable with $24,000 net profit for first 8 months of 2025 while only open mornings/afternoons. Projecting $36,000 net profit for 2025. Loyal customer base and strong community presence.
Lease Opportunity: Current rent $3,000/month with property owner open to a new 10-year lease at this rate (with standard increases). Buyer secures sole negotiation rights for new lease. Includes 2 parking spaces.
Low Overhead: Utilities average $600–800/month for electricity and $20–50/month for gas.
Turnkey Operation: Sale includes all equipment, improvements, and licenses (except a short list of excluded items). Buyer to apply for a new business license. If reopening within 30 days, operations may resume without health department reinspection.
Upside Potential: Currently open 8am–2pm, 6 days/week, with frequent vacation closures. Significant opportunity to grow revenue by extending hours, adding evenings, and pursuing a beer & wine license. Concepts like pizza, gelato, bakery, or wine bar would be ideal (subject to landlord approval).
Grease Trap: 35-gallon, serviced quarterly.
Cost Basis: Owner invested approx. $60,000 into improvements.
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