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Summary
SAWS Fusion Narooma is a well established Japanese fusion café and izakaya with strong local following proven systems and a fully equipped turnkey setup offering.
Rent
$35,000 pa
Location Details
Wagonga st
Located at 133 Wagonga Street Narooma NSW, SAWS Fusion holds a prime high visibility position, in the dining precinct near the waterfront and holiday accommodation, supported by loyal local trade and consistent tourism visitation throughout the year.
Potential
SAWS Fusion offers significant growth potential through extended trading hours, breakfast service, delivery platforms, catering and private events. The venue can increase revenue with menu expansion, liquor promotions, live music nights, tourism partnerships and stronger digital marketing. Additional opportunities include corporate functions, cooking classes, retail products, branded merchandise and streamlined operations to lift margins and owner returns in Narooma. Further upside from online ordering, franchisable formats and coastal growth.
Skills
The business suits an operator with experience in hospitality management, customer service and team leadership. Key skills include staff supervision, food safety standards, menu costing, stock control, supplier relations and liquor licence compliance. Confidence in social media marketing, event planning, POS systems and financial oversight will strengthen performance. Practical knowledge of kitchen workflow, coffee service, rostering and community engagement supports steady growth and improved profitability.
Hours
Trading Monday to Saturday 10am–3pm plus Thursday to Saturday 6pm–8.30pm with scope to extend hours NSW growth potential
Lease
3 year lease with potential to extend with owner
Employees
The business operates with a small trained team including cooks and front staff, supported by casuals for evenings and events, with clear procedures in place and capacity to scale staffing as trade grows.
Reason for Sale
Sale due to family commitments and new direction. Owners have built a strong brand, loyal customers and reliable systems and now invite a motivated buyer to continue growth. Business trades normally with trained team, suppliers, equipment and liquor licence in place. Offered as genuine turnkey opportunity with structured handover to protect goodwill and ensure smooth transition for staff, customers and community in Narooma NSW providing stable base for expansion and future success.
About the Business
SAWS Fusion is an established Japanese-inspired hospitality venue located at 133 Wagonga Street, Narooma on the NSW South Coast. The business operates with a dual trading model, functioning as a café and sushi bar during the day and transitioning to an izakaya-style dining experience in the evening. This flexible format allows the venue to capture multiple customer markets including locals, tourists, families, and visitors seeking casual takeaway or relaxed dining.
The menu focuses on fresh sushi, Japanese fusion tapas, rice bowls, bao buns, and seasonal specials, supported by a licensed bar offering cocktails, beer, wine, and sake. SAWS Fusion has developed a strong reputation for consistent quality, friendly service, and a vibrant coastal atmosphere. The brand is well recognised within the community and benefits from repeat trade and positive online reviews.
The sale includes a fully fitted commercial kitchen, bar infrastructure, refrigeration, point of sale system, and all equipment required for immediate operation. Established supplier relationships, documented procedures, recipes, and training materials are in place, allowing a smooth transition to new ownership. The business holds an active liquor licence and complies with all food safety and council requirements.
Revenue is generated through dine-in, takeaway, and evening service, with additional potential in catering, private functions, delivery platforms, and special events. The current model offers clear opportunities to expand trading hours, introduce breakfast, develop retail products, and strengthen digital marketing. Narooma’s year-round tourism and growing population provide a stable trading environment with seasonal peaks.
SAWS Fusion is suited to an owner-operator, chef, or investor seeking an established brand with immediate income and room for creative growth. Training and handover can be provided, and key staff are available to remain. The business presents as a genuine turnkey opportunity with all foundations in place for continued success.
History
SAWS Fusion commenced trading in Narooma as a sushi café and evolved into a day and evening Japanese fusion venue. The brand was developed by local owners to meet demand for fresh casual dining and has grown through word of mouth, tourism exposure and community events. The business introduced licensed bar service, expanded menus and built repeat trade with consistent quality, social media presence and collaborations with local suppliers and musicians. The venue continues to adapt with seasonal menus and events backed by strong community support
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