Long Established Delicatessen, Coffee Shop, & Bistro Business for Sale
£115,000
£323,420
£50,000
Overview
Leasehold
1969
- Excellent Reputation
- Very Loyal Customer Base
- Huge Growth Potential
- Low Overheads
- Recently Refurbished
Now on the market is a beloved and unique delicatessen, coffee shop, and bistro located in the heart of Dunstable, Bedfordshire. Offering an authentic taste of Italy from the UK, they have been operating successfully for over half a century, becoming a much loved staple of the local community.
Originally a general food store, the business has evolved into a specialty store offering high-quality deli products that are hard to find elsewhere. Alongside its retail operations, the business serves as a café and deli, providing a delightful brunch and lunch menu, including a variety of vegetarian and vegan options.
The business boasts a stellar 5-star rating on TripAdvisor, and 4.8 stars on Google, reflecting its excellent reputation. The combination of exceptional service and premium niche products has driven the success of this business.
Recently refurbished, the establishment features a state-of-the-art coffee machine, enhancing its café offerings and customer experience. A brand new walk-in fridge ensures optimal storage for fresh products. Additionally, the business benefits from alcohol, hot food, and late-night licensing, providing flexibility and potential for extended operating hours and additional revenue streams. The business also has very low business rates for its size, and their profits continue to grow year on year.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, reputable business with a strong community presence and great potential for further growth. Don't miss out on the chance to own and expand this beloved local gem.
Established in 1974, Lombardo's Delicatessen and Coffee Shop is based in Dunstable (population approx. 41,000), moving to the current location in 1998. The customer catchment includes regulars from about a 10-mile radius, including nearby Luton, Flitwick, Tring, and Berkhamsted, with some even further afield and moderate passing trade.
There is currently 1 full time staff member, plus the vendor with 2 part time helpers. The vendor's family also helps out.
The shop currently has 36 covers, however there is room for more especially in their outdoor seating area
Marketing has largely been through referrals and reputation along with some digital marketing. There is great potential to grow the business by creating an online presence with a website, online ordering, and exploring social media outreach. There is also scope for traditional forms of marketing through local print.
Potential to grow the business geographically, across the UK and to explore online sales.
Existing alcohol, hot food, and late licences also allow for the opportunity to extend the opening and closing time from the current reduced hours to long opening hours on all days of the week as desired. The new owner could also expand the bistro/café to include evening services and increase outdoor seating.
Features
Key Information
- Number of Covers: 36
- Hygiene Rating: 5
Reputation
- Google: 4.8
- TripAdvisor: Excellent
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
- Twitter: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- Close to Local Businesses
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking
- Limited Competition
Property
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