Beloved Loughborough Café with Strong Reputation and Growth Potential
£135,000
£312,000
TBC
Overview
Leasehold
2000
- Excellent Reputation
- Friendly & Professional Team
- Very Loyal Customer Base
- Huge Growth Potential
- Well Equipped Business
Located in the heart of Loughborough, this café has been a beloved local spot since its establishment in 2000, offering a welcoming atmosphere and a diverse menu of food and drinks. Serving both the Loughborough community and University, it has become a central hub for locals, students, and visitors.
With a strong reputation and numerous 5-star reviews, this café is ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for "Quick Bites in Loughborough." Its loyal customer base is built on years of consistent service and high-quality offerings.
An inclusive menu caters to various dietary needs, including vegan and gluten-free options, making it a popular choice for those with dietary restrictions. The café is renowned for its vast gluten-free and vegan options, further distinguishing it in the local market.
The café’s recent introduction of delivery services through Deliveroo expands its reach, tapping into the growing demand for food delivery. This creates further opportunities for growth and increased revenue.
Additionally, there is strong demand for external lunchtime catering for local businesses, presenting an excellent opportunity for new owners to develop this further and expand the café’s services.
Situated in a prime location near the University, the café enjoys high foot traffic and is a popular social space. Its friendly, inclusive atmosphere helps cultivate a strong sense of community.
This café presents a fantastic acquisition opportunity with a proven track record, strong reputation, and excellent growth potential. It offers a solid foundation for anyone looking to continue its success and build on its legacy.
Situated on a prime corner location in a pedestrianised street in the heart of Loughborough town centre, the property benefits from high footfall and is surrounded by nearby car parks, supermarkets, and a shopping centre.
The café enjoys additional frontage, with a charming outside seating area that accommodates 45 covers. Inside, the space is thoughtfully designed with 48 covers, featuring unique and quirky décor, including comfortable sofas and highly sought-after window seating, creating an inviting atmosphere for customers.
A large custom-made counter with an open, fully-equipped kitchen area is complemented by a secondary kitchen at the back, housing the dishwasher. The property also offers suitable storage spaces and accessible toilets, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.
The business enjoys a superb reputation and is well-positioned for franchising, benefiting from the town’s rapid growth and its status as home to the country’s top sports university.
There are strong opportunities to enhance visibility through local events and collaborations with independent brands. Expanding opening hours, food delivery, and catering services would further extend its reach. In particular, the high demand for external lunchtime catering presents a valuable growth avenue for new owners.
The recent introduction of Deliveroo has already widened the café’s market, with further potential to capitalise on this rising demand.
Additionally, increasing coffee bean and merchandise sales through the website and third-party platforms, along with targeted marketing to students and accommodations, would attract more customers and drive sustained business growth.
Features
Key Information
- Number of Covers: 48
- Delivery Services: Deliveroo
- External Catering: Yes
- Hygiene Rating: 5
Reputation
- Google: 4.6
- TripAdvisor: Excellent
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
- Twitter: Yes
- Instagram: Yes
- Youtube: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- Close to Local Businesses
- Close to University
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking