About the Business

Established Cafe | Prime Inner City Fringe Location | Former Licensed Venue

Positioned in one of Sydney's most vibrant inner-city precincts, this long-established cafe presents an outstanding opportunity for an owner-operator or hospitality group looking to unlock the site's full potential.

Generating approximately $700,000–$800,000+ GST in annual revenue, the business averages $13,000–$14,000 + GST per week, with seasonal trading patterns that offer excellent upside.

Winter Trading: Typically $10,000–$12,000

University Semester & Summer: Regularly $16,000–$18,000

Located just moments from Sydney University and Carriageworks, the cafe enjoys consistent local trade, strong student demand and increased patronage during major events.

The current owners have built a solid business over many years, however the venue would benefit from a fresh operator prepared to inject new energy, refresh the offering and fully capitalise on its exceptional location.

Key Features

Approx. $700,000–$800,000+ GST annual revenue

Average weekly sales of $13,000–$14,000

Proven seasonal peaks exceeding $16,000–$18,000

Attractive owner earnings

Fully staffed business

Restored two-storey Victorian terrace with charming courtyard

Modern commercial kitchen with cool room, grease trap and canopy

Coffee machine and grinder included

Established customer base with decades of trading history

Untapped Growth Opportunities

This business offers numerous opportunities for a motivated operator to significantly increase revenue, including:

Reintroduce the liquor licence (previously licensed and already configured to recommence evening trade)

Transform the venue into a daytime café and evening wine bar/bistro

Activate the private upstairs dining rooms for: corporate meetings, private dining, small functions, community events

Expand the already well-positioned catering business, taking advantage of nearby universities, businesses and surrounding offices.

Refresh the branding, menu and fit-out with a little creativity and "love" to further strengthen an already proven business.

Business Snapshot

Revenue: Approx. $700,000–$800,000+ GST p.a.

Average Weekly Sales: $13,000–$14,000 + GST

Lease: Approx. $1,450 + GST + outgoings per week

Staff: Fully staffed, including an experienced team capable of supporting a smooth transition

Trading: 7 days

Seating: Approximately 67 patrons across indoor dining, street frontage and leafy courtyard

Ideal For

Owner-operators

Hospitality groups

Café operators wanting an inner-city flagship site

Buyers looking to add e