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Offer Accepted Cafe for Sale Sydney 5 Days Mon to Fri image
Offer Accepted Cafe for Sale Sydney 5 Days Mon to Fri
Sydney Olympic Park NSW
OFFER ACCEPTED,LOOKING TO SELL in the area?Please contact me. I Have Qualified Buyers Ready in the area.$18K Per Week, Rent $2100. New LeaseGarth 0400 299 362 Cafe 5 Day Sydney Homebush Area. Sold BY Garth Lawrence 0400 299 326
Cafe
$330,000
For Sale High Exposure Profitable Cafe Secure Lease Low Rent Paddington Sydney image
For Sale High Exposure Profitable Cafe Secure Lease Low Rent Paddington Sydney
Paddington NSW
Great opportunity to acquire a well-presented cafe in a high-visibility retail strip on Sydney's outskirts. Strong passing trade, surrounded by local businesses and attractions, with steady repeat customers. Highlights Prime street frontage with strong foot and car traffic & easy parking Easy-to-run menu in a clean, efficient setup Mon-Fri 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM; sat 7:30-3:00PM. A potential to exten
Cafe
$125,000
Industrial Cafe - Urgent Sale image
Industrial Cafe - Urgent Sale
Gold Coast Region, QLD
Ifyou are looking to start a new business and be your own boss in hospitality, this cafe is for you! This well-presented cafe is perfectly positioned in the heart of a busy commercial hub, surrounded by offices,businesses and residential properties. * Strong lease in place through to 2033 with low rent of just $4,000 + GST per month * Seating for around 20 guests (indoor & outdoor), with the bul
Cafe
$60,000 + SAV
Cafe for Sale Sydney Eastern Suburbs Best Location 80K PW Revenue image
Cafe for Sale Sydney Eastern Suburbs Best Location 80K PW Revenue
Coogee NSW
One of Sydney's most recognisable coastal dining destinations, perfectly positioned overlooking Coogee Beach. For over three decades, this iconic cafe and restaurant has been a local favourite and a must visit for tourists, known for its all-day dining, bar service, and unbeatable ocean views. Key HighlightsPrime Coogee Beachfront Location unrivalled exposure with year-round foot traffic. Establi
Cafe
$650,000
Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar Secure Turnover & Growth Surry Hills Sydney image
Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar Secure Turnover & Growth Surry Hills Sydney
Surry Hills NSW
Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar | Surry Hills Sydney *    Established for over 12 years on the outskirts of Sydney CBD *    Consistently strong and secure turnover *    Licensed cocktail bar serving great Italian meals *    Reasonable rent with lease until May 2028 + 3 + 3 year options (CPI increase) *    Run under management with owner support for admin. *    Trading Wed
Restaurant
$325,000
5 Day Fish & Chips Takeaway Business for Sale | Brisbane Northwest image
5 Day Fish & Chips Takeaway Business for Sale | Brisbane Northwest
Brisbane Region, QLD
Here's a fantastic opportunity to acquire a long established and popular Fish & Chips takeaway business in Brisbane's Northwest! Key Highlights: - Consistent Revenue: $15,000 (including GST) in weekly sales. - Flexible Hours: Operates 5 days a week, closing Monday and Tuesday. - Prime Location: Situated on a busy road with convenient free street parking. - Proven Success: Operating for over 20 y
Restaurant
$250,000 + SAV
Fried chicken and Beer - licensed Korean style restaurant - perfect main road location image
Fried chicken and Beer - licensed Korean style restaurant - perfect main road location
Newcastle & Maitland Hunter Region, NSW
Port Stephens is booming with both locals and tourists year-round. This business taps into the fast-growing demand for casual, flavour-packed Asian cuisine and craft beer  a perfect combo in a laid-back coastal setting. Recipes tried and tested, fantastic fit out with opportunity to expand. A rare opportunity to own a buzzing Korean-inspired fried chicken and beer hotspot in the heart of Port St
Restaurant
$50,000
Chicken Shop For Sale Sydney North 25K PW Sales 6 Days Only image
Chicken Shop For Sale Sydney North 25K PW Sales 6 Days Only
North Sydney NSW
PROVEN CHICKEN SHOP FOR SALE | NORTH SYDNEY On offer is a well-established (13 Years) and profitable chicken shop based in North Sydney. With a loyal client base and a reputation for reliability, this business delivers consistent cashflow and proven performance. Rare to find a business with such long trade history and clean financials to make buyer due diligence simple. Key Highlights: Revenue: $1
Restaurant
$285,000
Top Buy North Sydney 5 Day Cafe 30 Kgs Coffee PW Very Low Rent image
Top Buy North Sydney 5 Day Cafe 30 Kgs Coffee PW Very Low Rent
North Sydney NSW
Excellent 5 Day Cafe with no Competition Very Low Rent , Great Fitout , Full Kitchen This 5 Day Cafe has it all , a very low rent , a superb fitout , a full kitchen with plenty of space and equipment. if you are looking for a cafe at this calibre in North Sydney then you cant miss this one. * Takings are :   $ 12,500.00 Per week *  Rent is :   $ 1,089.23 Per Week ( inc GST and outgoings )
Cafe
$169,000
For Sale Greater Sydney Take Away High Turnover Rare Opportunity Top Position image
For Sale Greater Sydney Take Away High Turnover Rare Opportunity Top Position
Marsden Park NSW
Gold Mine Opportunity - Prime Position, Huge Potential, and Ample Parking , High Profits. Businesse's like this-highly profitable and well-established-rarely come to market unless the owner is retiring. This is a rare chance to secure a high-performing business in a premium location, loaded with potential for further growth. This business can suit a family , investors or be placed Under Management
Restaurant
$689,000
Northern Sydney Cafe Bakery Manoush in Affluent Area Good Rent Top Fit Out image
Northern Sydney Cafe Bakery Manoush in Affluent Area Good Rent Top Fit Out
Gladesville NSW
Overview:An exceptional opportunity exists to acquire one of the best-presented and best-performing Manoush Cafe / Bakeries currently available on the market. Located in an affluent, high-income area of Northern Sydney, this beautifully fitted-out Cafe Bakery offers strong weekly turnover, low rent, and full commercial facilities. With the current vendor not in the same industry and not involved
Food & Drink
$249,000
Lower North Shore Best Cafe Great Rent Good lease 45 Kgs Coffee PW image
Lower North Shore Best Cafe Great Rent Good lease 45 Kgs Coffee PW
Lane Cove NSW
Affluent Lower North Shore Cafe - Prime Position & Untapped PotentialConfidential Sale - Genuine Buyers Only This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully positioned urban cafe located in the heart of one of the Lower North Shore's most desirable suburbs. Businesses in this area are tightly held and rarely hit the market-this one won't last. Key Highlights:100% Under Management - Th
Cafe
$495,000
Modern Espresso Bar And Cafe 60 kilo Pw Solid Weekly Turnover 5 Days CBD Sydney image
Modern Espresso Bar And Cafe 60 kilo Pw Solid Weekly Turnover 5 Days CBD Sydney
Sydney NSW
A rare opportunity to own a sophisticated espresso bar and cafe in the heart of Sydney's prestigious CBD. Perfectly positioned with exclusive outdoor seating, this business combines premium style, prime location, and consistent performance. Trading just five days a week with a liquor licence and a light, easy-to-run menu, it is the ideal choice for investors or owner-operators looking for both pr
Cafe
$250,000
High End Stylish 90 Seater Cafe With $33 K Weekly Approx Turnover Rosebery Sydney image
High End Stylish 90 Seater Café With $33 K Weekly Approx Turnover Rosebery Sydney
Sydney NSW
Presenting an exceptional cafe opportunity in the heart of Rosebery, Known for its premium fit-out, vibrant atmosphere, and loyal customer base, this established cafe offers the perfect blend of style, stability, and profitability. Key Features *    Strong Weekly Turnover: $33,000 per week approx. *    Premium Fit-Out: Elegant, high-quality interiors that attract a quality-focused cliente
Cafe
$549,000
Gelato & Dessert Bar in Prime Lower North Shore Location - $105,000 image
Gelato & Dessert Bar in Prime Lower North Shore Location – $105,000
Neutral Bay NSW
Golden opportunity in one of the most sought-after suburbs on the Lower North Shore. This easy-to-operate and highly profitable gelato and dessert bar is perfectly positioned in a bustling, high-foot-traffic location. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned operator looking to expand your portfolio, this business ticks all the boxes. * Turnkey Operation - Take over and start earning
Cafe
$105,000
Burger Franchise - North Coast NSW - 1032 image
Burger Franchise - North Coast NSW - 1032
Forster NSW
Here's your chance to own a well-established and thriving franchise business, perfectly situated within a bustling shopping centre. With a loyal customer base and a strong operational foundation, this is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious owner-operator or an astute investor looking for immediate returns. Key Highlights: - Secure Long-Term Lease: Benefit from stability and peace of mind with
Restaurant
$160,000 + SAV
Takeaway For Sale Sydney in Prime Chester Hill Location image
Takeaway For Sale Sydney in Prime Chester Hill Location
Chester Hill NSW
Rare Opportunity Established Takeaway Shop in Prime Chester Hill.Fully Fitted & Equipped. No Expense spared, ready for you to take over.Make It Your Own A rare chance to secure a fully operational food premises in one of Chester Hill's busiest and most tightly held locations. Ideal for anyone looking to run their own food concept in a thriving, high-foot-traffic area and wanting to break into this
Restaurant
$250,000
Licensed Food and Beverage Premises - Newtown, NSW image
Licensed Food and Beverage Premises – Newtown, NSW
Newtown NSW
Business ID XB163628 - LEASE TAKEOVER AND URGENT ASSET SALE – JUST $20,000! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch your own hospitality venue for a fraction of the usual set-up cost! Located in one of Sydney’s coolest inner suburbs – on busy King Street – everything is in place and ready for a new owner. With Newtown’s growing population and popularity, there’s increasing
Restaurant
$20,000 – ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED
Good Opportunity Cafe with Long Lease Top Position and Potential to Increase image
Good Opportunity Cafe with Long Lease Top Position and Potential to Increase
Frenchs Forest NSW
For Sale Northern Sydney Area Cafe that has so much room to Grow !!! This Cafe and Takeaway boasts ample indoor seating along with its own dedicated outdoor area, which consistently attracts a steady stream of customers. The business is well established - opened over a decade ago. It has a great reputation in the community and is constantly busy. Solid Turnover of $17,500 Plus per week Long Leas
Cafe
$219,000
Sports Bar - Price Reduced for Quick Sale image
Sports Bar - Price Reduced for Quick Sale
Gold Coast Region, QLD
PriceReduced for Quick Sale Are you looking for a Hospitality outlet, but do not want to outlay huge costs of fit out or pay goodwill? Opportunity knocks for a hospitality operator to take on this magnificent venue. Over $1mil spent on a brand-new fit-out originally with a recent sports themeupgrade. Well thought out floor plan with beautiful decor and lavishing finishes throughout. Currently
Food & Drink
$175,000 + SAV
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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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