Summary
long-established, premium licensed café located in the heart of Dromana and near to the beach. Operating for over 13 years, the business has built a strong local following & consistent tourist trade.
Revenue
$1,350,000 pa
Rent
$78,000 pa
Location Details
Cafe is located on Dromana, coastal strip with high foot traffic and strong visibility. The premises approximately 150 sqm & include seating for 50+ patrons indoors and 16–20 outdoors. The café is surrounded by retail, lifestyle, and hospitality.
Potential
A premium licensed café located in the heart of Dromana and beachside. Operating for over 13 years, the business has built a strong local following complemented by consistent tourist trade. The café operates under a fully managed model and offers diversified income streams including café trade, contract catering, and private catering services.
This opportunity is suited to both owner-operators and investors seeking a proven hospitality business with strong brand recognition, secure lease tenure, and clear upside opportunities.
Skills
A modern café serving breakfast and lunch, supported by a professional kitchen and experienced staff. The business has been systemised to allow for management oversight rather than hands-on ownership, making it an attractive turnkey operation.
This opportunity is suited to both owner-operators & investors seeking a proven hospitality business with strong brand recognition, secure lease, and clear upside opportunities.
Catering packages range from $350 to $1,500 per booking, receiving an average 2 catering orders p/w this contract alone.
Hours
Mon to Sun: 7 am to 3/3.30 pm
During holiday dinner: 5.30 pm to 11 pm
Lease
operates under secure long-term lease till March 2030, further option available. Annual rent increases are fixed at 5%.
Employees
The business is currently operated under full management with a structured staffing model. includes a full-time chef, casual chef, and multiple casual front-of-house employees. Systems & procedures are in place to support ongoing operations $ staff.
Reason for Sale
Moving Overseas
About the Business
a long-established, premium licensed café located in the heart of Dromana on the Mornington Peninsula. Operating for over 13 years, the business has built a strong local following complemented by consistent tourist trade. The café operates under a fully managed model and offers diversified income streams including café trade, contract catering, and private catering services.
A modern café serving breakfast and lunch, supported by a professional kitchen and experienced staff. The business has been systemised to allow for management oversight rather than hands-on ownership, making it an attractive turnkey operation.
The business is located on Dromana, a tightly held coastal strip with high foot traffic and strong visibility. The premises comprise approximately 150 sqm and include seating for 50+ patrons indoors and 16–20 patrons outdoors. The café is surrounded by complementary retail, lifestyle, and hospitality businesses.
This opportunity is suited to both owner-operators and investors seeking a proven hospitality business with strong brand recognition, secure lease tenure, and clear upside opportunities.
In addition to standard café trade,established catering contract with a local funeral home. This contract provides consistent supplementary revenue and integrates smoothly into existing kitchen operations.
Catering packages range from approximately $350 to $1,500 per booking, with the business receiving an average of two catering orders per week through this contract alone. In addition, the café receives ad-hoc and private catering requests generated organically through its local reputation.
Opportunities for further growth include increased owner involvement, expanded catering services, extended trading hours, liquor activation, and further utilisation of delivery platforms. There is also potential to increase profitability through labour optimisation and cost efficiencies.
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