Summary
For sale: 140 sqm Chinese restaurant at ANU entrance. Prime location, fully equipped, 6-year lease, $6,500/month rent. Asking $125,000. High foot traffic, ready to operate.
Revenue
$14,000 pw
Rent
$1,625 pw
Expenses
$2,500 pw
Net Profit
$9,875 pw
Location Details
6/26 Barry Dr
At ANU Rimmer St bus stop on ANU campus, near Lena Karmel Lodge.
Potential
Located at the entrance of ANU with a bus stop out front, this 140 sqm restaurant enjoys high daily foot traffic from students, staff, and nearby office workers. Strong potential for both dine-in and takeaway. Suitable for conversion to other food concepts (ramen, fast food, bubble tea, etc.). Low investment, high return opportunity with scope to grow through delivery platforms and targeted marketing.
Skills
Ideal for a small team or couple with basic hospitality experience. No specialised skills required to take over training can be provided. Fully equipped kitchen allows immediate operation. Suitable for operators looking for a stable, hands-on business.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 11am-2pm, 5-8pm. Saturday: 11am-1:30pm. Sunday:11am-2pm, 5-8pm
Lease
Secure lease with 6 years remaining. Rent is $6,500/month including cleaning fees.
Employees
Currently operated by a small family team, consisting of one front-of-house staff member and one chef. Easy to manage with minimal staffing.
Reason for Sale
Owner is retiring due to age. Looking to pass the business on to someone who can continue its success.
About the Business
We are selling our Chinese restaurant located at the entrance of the Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra. With approximately 140 square metres of space and a bus stop directly in front, the location offers high visibility, strong foot traffic, and convenient transport access. Surrounded by office buildings, the area has great potential for both dine-in and takeaway business.
The rent is $6,500 per month, including cleaning fees. The lease has six years remaining, providing long-term stability. The restaurant is fully fitted with a commercial kitchen, large dishwasher, freezer, and wind room. It is ready for immediate operation with no further setup required.
Asking price is $80,000. This is a turnkey opportunity suitable for both experienced operators and newcomers to the hospitality industry. The setup is also ideal for chain food concepts such as ramen, fast food, or simple dining. The business meets the criteria for small investment immigration in regional areas.
With low upfront investment and high potential, this is a rare opportunity in a prime university precinct. Flexible and easy to operate, the restaurant can be adapted to various food service models.
Serious buyers only – first come, first served. Contact for more information.
History
The restaurant opened in May 2023, operating as a family run business. Located at the ANU, it was established to serve quality Chinese meals to students, staff, and nearby office workers. The setup was designed for efficient operation with just a chef and a frontof house staff member, making it ideal for small teams. Over time, it built a steady base of regular customers, particularly for lunchtime dine-in and takeaway. With a fully equipped kitchen and modern layout, the restaurant is ready for a smooth transition to new ownership.
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