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Exceptional Restaurant & Bar Opportunity Iconic Lygon Street, Brunswick East ONLY $90,000

Melbourne Region, VIC

Exceptional Restaurant & Bar Opportunity Iconic Lygon Street, Brunswick East ONLY $90,000 A rare and highly sought-after hospitality opportunity is now available in the heart of Lygon Street, Brunswick East, one of Melbourne's most vibrant and high-spending inner-city dining precincts. Located at 58 Lygon Street, this established restaurant enjoys a prime position within a tightly held restau

Restaurant

$90,000

Cafe in St Kilda - Premium Location with High Foot Traffic

St Kilda VIC

Located in one of the busiest and most desirable hospitality pockets in the suburb of St Kilda, with exceptional all-day foot traffic. Surrounded by highly successful cafes, restaurants, bars and takeaway venues, and only a short walk to St Kilda Beach. This location offers unbeatable visibility and consistent demand from locals, tourists, beach visitors and night-time crowds. Currently taking

Cafe

$139,000

OWNER RETIRING - TAKEAWAY BUSINESS ON THE SUNSHINE COAST

Gympie QLD

Phone enquiries - please call 1300 594 794 and quote property ID 37656. Summary: Long-established Takeaway business opportunity not to be missed. Key points: - Consistent weekly sales. - Located in a shopping centre with high foot traffic. - Excellent reputation with great food quality and excellent service. - Currently running 6 days a week. - No similar comp

Restaurant

$245,000

Highly Profitable Beachside Cafe - $65k Weekly approx Turnover, Cronulla Sydney

Cronulla NSW

Thriving Beachside Venue - Proven Profits, Prime Position! Seize this rare opportunity to own a highly profitable, iconic beachside venue! Fully staffed and expertly managed, this business is truly turn-key, with strong systems and processes in place ensuring smooth operations and consistent results. Ideally located in a bustling, high-traffic spot loved by both locals and tourists, this v

Cafe

$280,000

Own The New Cold Rock Store In Port Macquarie

Port Macquarie NSW

Imagine owning a Cold Rock in one of Australia's favourite coastal destinations! Port Macquarie attracts a steady stream of holidaymakers while offering a fantastic lifestyle for locals. It's a great opportunity to tap into a vibrant community and a strong tourism market. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, delive

Franchise

$139,000

Established Café Franchise in Westfield Miranda with Strong Foot Traffic

Sydney Region, NSW

Fresh donuts and coffee, sold from one of Sutherland Shire's busiest shopping centres. This kiosk trades from a high-visibility position in Westfield Miranda, a short walk from Woolworths, with Harris Farm nearby. Backed by a growing national franchise, the model is refreshingly simple. There is no cooking and no kitchen compliance headaches, product arrives ready to decorate, box and sell. The

Franchise

$179,000

Restaurant Bar, Prime Inner-City, TA $30,000 P/W

Melbourne VIC

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a large, long-established restaurant and bar located in a prime inner-city hospitality precinct only minutes from Melbourne CBD. This substantial venue offers strong revenue, large seating capacity, and significant infrastructure, making it ideal for experienced operators or hospitality groups seeking a high-capacity restaurant and function venue. Business H

Restaurant

$390,000 + SAV

Long Established Licensed Cafe in South Yarra

South Yarra VIC

A beautifully presented cafe, located in a residential/commercial pocket of South Yarra, offering a peaceful and welcoming setting for locals. A modern and stylish Setup, featuring a front coffee and drinks bar, inviting dining area, and a compact commercial kitchen (perfect for breakfast, lunch, and casual dining) Under the same ownership for over 14 years, business is now ready for a new, moti

Cafe

$73,000

Iconic Kalbarri Bakery - Strong Six Figure Profits

Kalbarri WA

Ever dreamed of leaving the city behind for a relaxed coastal lifestyle, while running a successful and well-established business? This is your chance to take over the iconic Kalbarri Bakery. A much-loved local bakery that has been operating for over 50 years, with the same local family proudly running it for the past 38 years. Key Features & Benefits: - Well established - Renowned for fresh

Food & Drink

$448,000 + SAV

Restaurant Takeaway Templestowe, Great Location, Rent $750

Templestowe VIC

Prime position in a trendy part of Templestowe's busy food zone with high exposure. Long secure lease with exceptionally low rent of only $750 +gst per week for such a location! Fully fitted with commercial kitchen, storage area, and excellent set-up throughout. Indoor and outdoor seating available for dine-in customers. Currently operating as a cultural restaurant and takeaway shop. 5-days t

Restaurant

$99,000

Own The New Cold Rock Store In Cottesloe

Cottesloe WA

With its iconic beachfront location and steady flow of locals and visitors, Cottesloe Beach offers an outstanding opportunity for Cold Rock. A premium dessert experience is the perfect complement to a day by the ocean, making this a prime location for a new store. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, delivering fun

Franchise

$139,000

Cold Rock Is Coming To Canberra!

Acton ACT

Right now we have an amazing opportunity to grow in Canberra and are looking for a partner to grow with. A large, stable population with strong spending power makes Canberra a prime location for a Cold Rock. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, delivering fun, fresh, and fully customisable ice cream experiences to

Franchise

$139,000

Cold Rock Is Coming To The Gold Coast!

Surfers Paradise QLD

Right now we have an amazing opportunity to grow in the Gold Coast and are looking for a partner to grow with. Strong tourism and a beach lifestyle make it an ideal setting for a Cold Rock. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, delivering fun, fresh, and fully customisable ice cream experiences to customers nationwi

Franchise

$139,000

Own The New Cold Rock Store In Mackay

North Mackay QLD

Right now we have an amazing opportunity to grow in Mackay and are looking for a partner to grow with. As both a heavily populated regional hub and a popular tourist destination with year-round hot weather, Mackay offers strong visitor traffic and a relaxed holiday vibe. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, deliver

Cafe

$139,000

Cold Rock Ice Creamery - Available Now - Ellenbrook

Ellenbrook WA

Right now we have an amazing opportunity to grow in Ellenbrook and are looking for a partner to grow with. Its growing, family-oriented community offers great potential for repeat local business. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, delivering fun, fresh, and fully customisable ice cream experiences to customers na

Franchise

$139,000

SOLD | Popular Thai Asian Takeaway Business for Sale in Ipswich image

Brisbane Region, QLD

SOLD An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well established and highly rated Thai/Asian cuisine takeaway in a busy Ipswich location. With a loyal customer base and strong weekly turnover, this business is ideal for a hands on owner or couple looking to step into a profitable operation with low overheads. Business Highlights: - Consistent Weekly Sales: $17,000 incl. GST - Low Rent & Secure Lea

Restaurant

$80,000 + SAV

Be First to Market: Charcuterie Franchise Phenomenon Now in Australia

Gold Coast Region, QLD

The Fastest-Growing Charcuterie Franchise Has Arrived Exclusive Queensland Territory Launch (Gold Coast) Graze Craze is a US-born food concept that's revolutionising catering, snacking, and food gifting. Now you can celebrate everything, anytime, anywhere. Graze Craze is now launching across Queensland and you can own an exclusive territory! Designed for modern, on-the-go consumers, Graze

Franchise

$64,500

Cafe - licensed - brilliant waterside iconic location image

Café - licensed - brilliant waterside iconic location

Sunshine Coast Region, QLD

Iconic Waterside Licensed Café, with Freehold on Caloundra Waterfront, exceptional Investment and Lifestyle Opportunity! Views, views, views!!! Perched literally over the water with sweeping views across Pumicestone Passage to Bribie Island and the Pacific Ocean, this long established licensed café and freehold presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable business and prized pi

Cafe

$1,794,998 Negotiable, +SAV

Prime Broome Restaurant - $280k+ Owners Earnings

Perth WA

A fantastic opportunity to take over one of Broome's best-known dining venues. Perfectly positioned to capture both locals and tourists, this established restaurant delivers strong returns, a loyal following, and a proven team already in place to ensure a smooth transition for the new owner. Key Features & Benefits: - Strong $280k+ owners income with consistent performance - Iconic local brand

Restaurant

$298,400 + SAV

New WA Stores - Cold Rock Ice Creamery

Perth WA

Right now we have an amazing opportunity to grow in Perth and are looking for a partner to grow with. Its warm climate and outdoor lifestyle create consistent demand for ice cream year-round. About the Business Cold Rock Ice Creamery is a proudly 100% Australian-owned franchise and a recognised household name, delivering fun, fresh, and fully customisable ice cream experiences to customers nation

Franchise

$139,000

Thinking of Buying a Restaurant in Australia? Here Are 3 Vital Questions to Ask

The Australian restaurant industry generated $24.1 billion in revenue in 2025, employing 176,697 people across 29,116 enterprises. Profit margins averaged 3.9%, reflecting strong competition and high input costs.

Revenue has grown at 6.6% annually over the past five years but contracted by 2.2% in 2024–25 due to cost-of-living pressures. Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to rise modestly at 1.0% annually through 2030, reaching $25.5 billion. Growth will be supported by population increases, multicultural dining, and takeaway services, though profitability will remain challenged by wages, rent, and food prices.

1. Is the Business Financially Resilient in a Low-Margin Industry?

Why It Matters

Restaurants operate in one of the most competitive segments of hospitality. Margins are slim, with profitability depending on efficient operations, strong cash flow management, and adaptability to fluctuating demand. Businesses that diversify into takeaway and delivery alongside dine-in are more resilient.

What to Check

Profitability – Benchmark against the industry’s 3.9% average margin.
Revenue sources – Assess reliance on dine-in versus takeaway and delivery channels.
Cost base – Review wage costs, rents, utilities, and food price exposure.
Cash flow resilience – Examine how the business performs during downturns in discretionary spending.

2. Does the Restaurant Have Strong Market Positioning and Customer Demand?

Why It Matters

Market positioning is critical in such a crowded sector. Restaurants that stand out with unique cuisine, premium service, or community engagement attract repeat customers. Location in high-footfall areas is a key success factor.

What to Check

Menu and concept – Confirm distinctiveness, quality, and alignment with local demographics.
Customer base – Review reliance on locals, tourists, students, or office workers.
Reputation – Assess online ratings, social media presence, and word-of-mouth.
Location – Consider accessibility, visibility, and proximity to competitors.

3. Is the Business Positioned for Future Dining Trends?

Why It Matters

Trends in takeaway growth, health-conscious eating, and sustainability are reshaping the restaurant sector. Operators that adapt with innovative menus, eco-friendly practices, and digital ordering will be better placed for long-term success.

What to Check

Delivery and takeaway – Review integration with Uber Eats, DoorDash, or in-house systems.
Health focus – Confirm inclusion of plant-based, allergen-friendly, and lighter menu items.
Sustainability – Assess practices for sourcing, packaging, and food waste management.
Technology adoption – Evaluate use of online bookings, loyalty programs, and digital engagement.

Ready to Invest in a Thriving Restaurant Business?

With strong long-term demand supported by population growth and Australia’s dining culture, restaurants remain attractive investments despite margin pressures.

Success will depend on careful financial management, strong market positioning, and readiness to align with future consumer trends.

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