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Bakery & Café - Thriving Suburban Downtown Central Business District!

Cook County, IL
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Asking Price:$195,000
Gross Revenue:$770,796
Rent:$6,003/Month
Cash Flow:$116,927
Inventory:$5,000
Established Year:2011
Listing ID: 2259263Listing provided by BizBuySell
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION

A gourmet French pastry shop that combines classic European traditions with newer American styles. Offering delicious pastries, quiches, croissants, tarts, cookies, cupcakes and other delectable desserts along with their famous macarons. Plus, take & bake cookies and brioche cinnamon rolls. Featuring a full espresso bar. Also specializes in spectacular custom cakes, cupcakes and mini pastries for weddings and all special occasions.

Counter service. Dine-in or out, carryout, pickup and delivery, plus catering. Can order online for next-day pickup or delivery. Four days for cake pops. One-two weeks’ notice for cakes. Serving breakfast, lunch, desserts, coffee and more.

Open professional bakers’ kitchen. Cozy modern interior. Gorgeous display cases. Expansive corner windows let in lots of natural light.

Beautiful exterior. Striking awning. Inviting outdoor sidewalk patio. Charming both inside and out!

Established over 13 years. Independent - no royalty, advertising or transfer fees.

Prime corner retail space in the downtown central business district of an affluent northwest suburb just 10 miles west of Chicago’s loop. This amazing suburban downtown offers an exceptional array of shops, restaurants, professional and personal services, a state-of-the-art 7-screen movie theater, as well as year-round special events.

Plus, a great public transportation center with a Metra, CTA and Pace Bus station just down the street from the shop. Tons of vehicle and foot traffic. And ample lot and street parking.

Feel free to stop by the location as a customer 1st. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, contact EatZ for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Listed By Tim Ryan at EatZ & Associates

DETAILED INFORMATION
Location
Cook County, IL
Inventory
Not Included in asking price
Real Estate
Leased
Building SF
1,500
Lease Expiration
30/04/2029
Employees
11
Facilities
Year Established: 2011 (Current Owner 2021). Leased space $6,003/mth gross. Current lease expires Apr 2029 with one 5-year option. Square Feet: 1,500. Seating: 14 Inside & 12 Outside. Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Th 8a-3p, Fr-Sa 8a-6p, Su 8a-4p. Owners Role: Owner operated. Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price (Valued at $200,000). Value of Inventory: $5,000 (Not Included In Asking Price).
Competition
Savory sweets. Decadent treats. Heavenly desserts. Amazing custom cakes. Everything made from scratch. Uses only the best ingredients. Plus, outstanding coffee drinks. And exceptional service! “The best French Macarons” in Chicagoland. Chicago Magazine’s pick of the top places to find fantastic pastries. Huff Posts’ pick for the best spot for macarons. Voted best macarons in Chicago by Serious Eats. Featured on WGN News, The Knot, Women’s World, Modern Luxury Bride, Food Network and more!
Growth & Expansion
A real gem. A sweet spot. A charming downtown stop. Best place for a treat. Prized coffee place. Local favorite. Beloved pastry shop. Loyal following. Lots of regulars. Rated 5.0 The Knot, 4.4 Google, 4.0 Facebook, 4.0 Yelp, 4.0 TripAdvisor and more. Highly rated and recommended. And huge social media presence - 3,800 followers on Facebook and 3,200 on Instagram. Excellent name and reputation to continue to build upon! Ideal location in the heart of this affluent suburb’s downtown.
Financing
No.
Support & Training
Negotiable on-site comprehensive training.
Reason for Selling
Other business interests.
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