Cafe With License Bar Landmark Corner Popular Iconic Prime Inner West Sydney
Balmain, New South Wales 2041
$400,000
Key Features
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- Iconic corner licensed cafe bar
- Liquor-led trade representing approx 60% turnover
- Outstanding exposure in prime Balmain village precinct
- Secure lease with options through June 2034
- Proven profitable, approx $5,330 weekly under management
- Turnkey sale with equipment, systems and experienced team
- Turnover: $28,000 weekly (average)
- Net Profit: $5,330 weekly (under management)
- Rent/Lease: $106,260 pa + GST (weekly $2,044)
- Stock Value: Not disclosed
- Established: Since 2008
Business Details
Business Category Cafe
A rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, much-loved licensed cafe barpositioned on a standout corner site in one of Sydney's most tightly held inner-west village precincts.
This venue is firmly established as a local institution and the Inner WestPeninsula's first small bar/restaurant, operating successfully since 2008. Surrounded by dense residential catchment, boutique retail and professional services, it benefits from constant pedestrian and vehicle traffic throughout the day and into the evening.
While the business enjoys a strong morning coffee trade, its real strength lies in the evening bar and liquor-led revenue, with locals flocking in for after-work drinks, dinner, and weekend socialising. The atmosphere is relaxed, vibrant and community-driven - a true neighbourhood bar with loyal repeat customers.
After 12 successful years, the owner is relocating overseas. This is a genuine turnkey opportunity with proven systems, strong profits and further upside for a bar-focused operator.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS
Iconic corner cafe & licensed bar
First small bar/restaurant on the Balmain Peninsula
Outstanding exposure on a high-profile corner
Strong liquor-led trade with loyal local following
First time offered since establishment
Consistent, proven profitability
Significant upside via functions, events or extended bar focus
Business name transfers with sale
Exceptional community reputation
COFFEE & LIQUOR PERFORMANCE
Approx. 26kg coffee per week
On-Premise Liquor Licence with PSA
Alcohol trading until 10pm (Sun-Thu) and midnight (Fri-Sat)
Liquor represents approx. 60% of weekly turnover
Ideal balance of cafe by day, bar by night
FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT
Average weekly takings: approx. $28,000
Trial turnover approx. $22,000
Busy throughout the day and evening
BAS statements and tax information available
Approx. Weekly Expenses:
Rent: $2,044
Wages: $6,000
Owner wages: $1,500 (nett)
COGS: approx. 28%
Utilities, insurance, council, marketing & services included
Total Operating Expenses: approx. $15,730
Profit under management: approx. $5,330 per week
Strong genuine profit for owner-operator
Solid returns even under management
PROPERTY & LEASE
Secure lease with options through June 2034
Annual rent: $106,260 + GST
Annual increase: 4%
No demolition clause
Approx. 150m internal area
76 total seats - 32 indoor + 44 outdoor (zero outdoor cost)
Prominent corner outdoor seating
Toilets on premises
Business parking permit included
Trading Hours:
Mon-Thu: 5am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 5am-midnight
Sun: 7am-10pm
EQUIPMENT & FITOUT
3-Group La Marzocco Linea espresso machine & grinder
Middleby Marshall conveyor pizza oven
Twin well gas deep fryer
Flat-top grill
Walk-in cool room
Grease trap & commercial kitchen exhaust
Dishwasher & glasswasher
Under-bench fridges (kitchen & bar)
Excellent condition - walk in and trade
OPERATIONS
Owner-operator with managers in place
Systems established
Owner involvement duties mainly admin and payroll
Loyal, experienced team
Closed public holidays + short Christmas break
WHY THIS BUSINESS STANDS OUT
Proven inner-west bar-focused venue
Strong liquor sales with late-night licence
Corner position with unmatched exposure
Established, profitable and highly regarded
Huge local following and repeat patronage
Lifestyle-friendly operation with upside
REASON FOR SALE
Owner relocating overseas.
Genuine sale of a premium, long-established business.
Strictly Confidential Sale The business name, client list, financials, and further operational details will be provided only upon execution of a Confidentiality Agreement. For further information please contact: Angelo Fournaris XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX laimer: Financials are vendor-supplied; Network Infinity and its agents make no guarantees or accept liability. Buyers should seek independent advice and conduct their own due diligence. Images are illustrative only.
Important Notice - Buyer Identification Requirements
In accordance with Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) legislation, we are required to undertake customer due diligence on prospective purchasers. This includes identity verification and other checks as required under Australian law at the relevant stage of the transaction.
To ensure the security and privacy of personal information, identity verification is conducted through a secure third-party verification platform. Depending on the stage of the transaction and the verification required, a verification fee may apply.
Prospective buyers may be required to provide satisfactory identification and complete the necessary verification requirements before certain confidential information can be released and/or before a transaction can proceed.
If you are unwilling to comply with these mandatory legal requirements, we respectfully ask that you do not enquire about this opportunity, as we will be unable to progress your enquiry.
This venue is firmly established as a local institution and the Inner WestPeninsula's first small bar/restaurant, operating successfully since 2008. Surrounded by dense residential catchment, boutique retail and professional services, it benefits from constant pedestrian and vehicle traffic throughout the day and into the evening.
While the business enjoys a strong morning coffee trade, its real strength lies in the evening bar and liquor-led revenue, with locals flocking in for after-work drinks, dinner, and weekend socialising. The atmosphere is relaxed, vibrant and community-driven - a true neighbourhood bar with loyal repeat customers.
After 12 successful years, the owner is relocating overseas. This is a genuine turnkey opportunity with proven systems, strong profits and further upside for a bar-focused operator.
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS
Iconic corner cafe & licensed bar
First small bar/restaurant on the Balmain Peninsula
Outstanding exposure on a high-profile corner
Strong liquor-led trade with loyal local following
First time offered since establishment
Consistent, proven profitability
Significant upside via functions, events or extended bar focus
Business name transfers with sale
Exceptional community reputation
COFFEE & LIQUOR PERFORMANCE
Approx. 26kg coffee per week
On-Premise Liquor Licence with PSA
Alcohol trading until 10pm (Sun-Thu) and midnight (Fri-Sat)
Liquor represents approx. 60% of weekly turnover
Ideal balance of cafe by day, bar by night
FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT
Average weekly takings: approx. $28,000
Trial turnover approx. $22,000
Busy throughout the day and evening
BAS statements and tax information available
Approx. Weekly Expenses:
Rent: $2,044
Wages: $6,000
Owner wages: $1,500 (nett)
COGS: approx. 28%
Utilities, insurance, council, marketing & services included
Total Operating Expenses: approx. $15,730
Profit under management: approx. $5,330 per week
Strong genuine profit for owner-operator
Solid returns even under management
PROPERTY & LEASE
Secure lease with options through June 2034
Annual rent: $106,260 + GST
Annual increase: 4%
No demolition clause
Approx. 150m internal area
76 total seats - 32 indoor + 44 outdoor (zero outdoor cost)
Prominent corner outdoor seating
Toilets on premises
Business parking permit included
Trading Hours:
Mon-Thu: 5am-10pm
Fri-Sat: 5am-midnight
Sun: 7am-10pm
EQUIPMENT & FITOUT
3-Group La Marzocco Linea espresso machine & grinder
Middleby Marshall conveyor pizza oven
Twin well gas deep fryer
Flat-top grill
Walk-in cool room
Grease trap & commercial kitchen exhaust
Dishwasher & glasswasher
Under-bench fridges (kitchen & bar)
Excellent condition - walk in and trade
OPERATIONS
Owner-operator with managers in place
Systems established
Owner involvement duties mainly admin and payroll
Loyal, experienced team
Closed public holidays + short Christmas break
WHY THIS BUSINESS STANDS OUT
Proven inner-west bar-focused venue
Strong liquor sales with late-night licence
Corner position with unmatched exposure
Established, profitable and highly regarded
Huge local following and repeat patronage
Lifestyle-friendly operation with upside
REASON FOR SALE
Owner relocating overseas.
Genuine sale of a premium, long-established business.
Strictly Confidential Sale The business name, client list, financials, and further operational details will be provided only upon execution of a Confidentiality Agreement. For further information please contact: Angelo Fournaris XXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXX laimer: Financials are vendor-supplied; Network Infinity and its agents make no guarantees or accept liability. Buyers should seek independent advice and conduct their own due diligence. Images are illustrative only.
Important Notice - Buyer Identification Requirements
In accordance with Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) legislation, we are required to undertake customer due diligence on prospective purchasers. This includes identity verification and other checks as required under Australian law at the relevant stage of the transaction.
To ensure the security and privacy of personal information, identity verification is conducted through a secure third-party verification platform. Depending on the stage of the transaction and the verification required, a verification fee may apply.
Prospective buyers may be required to provide satisfactory identification and complete the necessary verification requirements before certain confidential information can be released and/or before a transaction can proceed.
If you are unwilling to comply with these mandatory legal requirements, we respectfully ask that you do not enquire about this opportunity, as we will be unable to progress your enquiry.
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