Summary
Turnkey, beautifully branded Manly café with complete fitout and streamlined systems. Efficient, easy-to-run space ideal for a long-term operator or owner-operator.
Revenue
$12,000 pm
Rent
$7,000 pm
Location Details
Shop 1B/ 1 The Corso, MANLY, NSW 2095
Located on the main pedestrian The Corso, linking Manly Wharf and the beach, catching customers moving to the wharf, arriving from the car park, or stepping off public transport.
Potential
Well-positioned café with strong foundations and clear growth potential. Recently stabilised with key operational and infrastructure improvements completed, offering an incoming owner the opportunity to focus immediately on revenue growth rather than setup or repairs.
Ideal for an experienced operator or investor looking to step into a ready-to-run business with upside.
Skills
This opportunity is best suited for:
Café or hospitality experience (preferred but not essential)
Basic business and cost management skills
Ability to implement marketing and growth strategies
Hands-on operator or someone with an existing team
This is not a “build from scratch” setup—rather, it suits someone ready to execute and grow.
Hours
Currently operated 6 days per week, Tue-Sun. Not all public holidays are open.
Lease
The lease remains until September 2029.
Employees
University students living locally.
Reason for Sale
The owner has focused on stabilising operations and resolving foundational issues within the business. Having completed this phase, the business is now ready for a new owner who can take it to the next level and fully realise its growth potential.
About the Business
Established café with functional layout and operating systems in place
Key infrastructure issues (including utilities and plumbing) have been addressed
Operations have been stabilised, creating a smoother day-to-day running environment
Positioned in a location with existing customer flow and local demand
The business is now in a significantly improved state compared to when first acquired, reducing risk for the next operator.
History
The business was acquired with underlying operational and infrastructure challenges, including inconsistent systems and maintenance issues. Significant work has since been completed to:
Resolve core infrastructure problems
Improve operational stability
Establish a more reliable foundation for daily operations
This groundwork has transformed the business into a more stable and manageable operation, ready for growth under new ownership.
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