Prime Zetland Café for Sale High-Growth Opportunity with Designer Fit-Out
Business Overview
This thriving café, strategically positioned at a premium corner location in Zetland, offers a turnkey opportunity to own a high-margin, designer-branded business with a loyal customer base and significant scalability. Renowned for its Asian-fusion menu, stylish ambiance, and prime exposure to foot traffic, the café is a magnet for students, professionals, and families. With $400,000+ invested in designer interiors and nearly new equipment, this asset is primed for immediate profitability and expansion under visionary ownership.
Key Investment Highlights
1. Premium Location & Clientele
Unrivaled Visibility: Corner tenancy in Zetland's bustling retail strip, adjacent to upcoming residential towers projected to house 1,500+ new residents by 2027 26.
High-Spending Demographics:
Caters to international students (20% of clientele) and young professionals with a median income of $1,800/week.
Licensed for alcohol sales untapped potential for evening wine/beer service.
Low Competition: Only café in a 500m radius offering Asian-fusion cuisine, ensuring a captive audience.
2. Financial Efficiency & Growth Potential
High Margins: 65%+ gross margins on coffee and snacks, driven by an owned commercial espresso machine (reducing bean costs by 25%).
Seasonal Upside: Summer revenue spikes by 40% due to alfresco dining (20-seat council-approved patio).
Scalable Model:
Dinner Service: Introduce tapas or hotpot evenings to leverage existing kitchen capacity.
Event Hosting: Partner with local businesses for brand launches or private functions 6.
3. Turnkey Readiness
Designer Fit-Out: Modern interiors by a renowned designer, including bespoke lighting and modular seating for 50+ patrons.
Top-Tier Equipment:
Industrial-grade coffee grinder, sous-vide stations, and refrigerated display cabinets.
Compliance-ready for NSW food safety standards.
Staff Retention: Experienced baristas and kitchen staff retained post-sale for seamless transition.
4. Lease & Market Position
Low Rent Advantage: Street-facing location avoids mall premiums (rent 30% below nearby Westfield rates).
Future Growth: Direct exposure to a $1.2B mixed-use development across the street, set to deliver 800+ apartments by 2026.
Operational Snapshot
Trading Hours: MonSat 6am3pm | Sun 7am3pm ideal for breakfast/lunch rushes.
Revenue Streams:
70% coffee/beverages | 20% meals | 10% retail (packaged snacks).
Untapped potential in catering (est. $5k+/month incremental).
Utilities & Overheads:
Monthly Rent: Competitive terms available (disclosed under NDA).
Low food costs (22% of revenue) due to bulk supplier agreements 2.
Growth Strategies
Menu Expansion: Add premium dinner items (e.g., wagyu sliders, matcha desserts) to attract evening crowds.
Delivery Integration: Partner with Uber Eats/Menulog to target $8k+/month in incremental sales.
Community Partnerships: Collaborate with nearby gyms or offices for loyalty programs.
Why Zetland?
Demographic Boom: Population growth of 18% annually, driven by young professionals and students 6.
Transit Hub: 5-minute walk to Green Square Station (15,000+ daily commuters) 9.
Cultural Hotspot: Proximity to galleries and tech startups fuels daytime foot traffic 2.
Why This Stands Out
Designer Edge: Fit-out valued at $400k no upfront renovation costs .
Licensed Flexibility: Alcohol license opens doors to cocktail nights or weekend brunch specials .
Turnkey Simplicity: 95% staff retention ensures operational continuity from Day 1.
This isn't just a café it's a cornerstone of Zetland's culinary evolution, where every sip and bite is a step toward scalable success. Secure your stake before the next wave of residents arrives!
Price & Next Steps
Asking Price: $500k
For details, email for an NDA or contact: Jeffrey Lei via 0405 888 800
Disclaimer: Financial estimates based on industry benchmarks. Buyers must verify all data.
