Popular Licensed Café & Deli Based in Glasgow
£83,000
£352,737
£11,242
Overview
Leasehold
2000
- Excellent Reputation
- Friendly & Professional Team
- Very Loyal Customer Base
- Huge Growth Potential
- Well Equipped Business
Now on the market is an exciting opportunity to acquire a well-established and much-loved licensed café, located in the heart of Clarkston, Glasgow. Having been a cornerstone of the local community since 2000, this café is renowned for its warm atmosphere, high-quality offerings, and prime location just steps from the busy train station.
Key Highlights:
Established Reputation: With over two decades of successful operation, this café has built a loyal customer base, both among locals and commuters. Its reputation as a friendly, welcoming space makes it a staple in the area.
Prime Location: Situated near Clarkston train station, the café benefits from high foot traffic, offering excellent visibility and convenience for customers. It serves as a popular meeting spot in this vibrant community.
Inviting Atmosphere: Known for its cozy, welcoming environment, the café provides the perfect setting for social gatherings, work meetings, or simply a relaxing break. It’s also pet-friendly, allowing customers to bring their dogs, which has further cemented its place as a local favourite.
Diverse Menu: The café caters to a wide range of tastes, offering exceptional coffee, decadent cakes, and a delightful selection of meals through its supper clubs. The menu also includes vegan and gluten-free options, ensuring inclusivity for all dietary preferences. Additionally, the café is licensed to serve wine and beer, enhancing its appeal for evening trade.
Strong Customer Loyalty: This is a much-loved destination for regulars, and its combination of quality food and drink, outstanding service, and community-focused ethos makes it a favourite for many.
This café presents an exciting opportunity for new ownership within the thriving food and drink industry. With its strong foundations, loyal customer base, and excellent location, it offers immediate potential for continued success and growth. Whether you’re an experienced operator or a new entrepreneur, this is a rare chance to take over a beloved local institution.
Run by two co-owners, the café employs a dedicated team of nine staff, including full-time and part-time employees. While the owners remain involved in day-to-day operations, the business is capable of running independently to a certain extent.
Located within a modern parade of shops adjacent to the main A727 thoroughfare in town, this café offers convenience just a stone's throw away from Clarkston railway station. Situated on ground level with the kitchen below, the layout features a spacious counter to the right and seating to the left, including new long high-back bench seating and conventional seating at wooden tables. Towards the rear, a customer toilet is accessible with stairs leading down to the well-equipped kitchen.
Assets of the business include fixtures such as recently installed seating, a large display counter fridge, drinks fridges, an ice machine, and all necessary kitchen equipment including fridges, freezers, and a 6-burner stove, ensuring operational efficiency.
The website would benefit from a refresh and a coordinated content strategy across web, mobile and socials. Opportunity to expand this business through digital marketing means. This company has Facebook and Instagram but would benefit from a targeted marketing campaign incorporating traditional and digital marketing methods. Opportunity to implement an online booking system to enhance customer convenience.
Furthermore, revitalising the deli aspect of the business presents an exciting opportunity for expansion. Extending operating hours into the evening, utilising existing licensing, can capture additional trade and boost profitability. These strategic steps have the potential to significantly enhance the business's reach and overall success.
Features
Key Information
- Number of Covers: 30
- External Catering: Yes
Reputation
- Google: 4.4
- Trustpilot: Average
- TripAdvisor: Very Good
Online Presence
- Instagram: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- Close to Local Businesses
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking
- Limited Competition