Thriving Community-Focused Coffee Shop & Brunch Spot Based in East London
£85,000
£245,011
TBC
Overview
Leasehold
2018
- Excellent Reputation
- Friendly & Professional Team
- Very Loyal Customer Base
This thriving coffee shop in South Woodford, London, presents an exceptional business opportunity. Founded in 2018, it forms part of a respected small chain and has become a valued hub within the local community.
More than just a coffee shop, the business hosts a variety of activities including jewellery making, foreign language classes, and counselling sessions, creating a warm and welcoming environment that encourages repeat custom.
The premises occupy an excellent position on a well-regarded suburban high street, just a short walk from the Central Line underground station, and benefit from strong footfall generated by surrounding independent retailers and key local amenities such as the Post Office.
Operating daily during daytime hours and fully licensed to serve alcohol, there is clear scope to extend trading into the evening, complementing its already popular brunch and lunch offering alongside high-quality coffee, all within a professionally maintained and immaculate setting.
Since opening, the business has built a loyal customer base drawn from the local population of approximately 13,000, with a strong mix of regulars, passing trade, and community groups contributing to consistent profitability and an excellent reputation.
Supported by a flexible management structure, with a manager willing to remain post-sale, the business offers a high degree of autonomy and a smooth transition for an incoming owner.
The asking price of £85,000 includes stock, with all stock held at the point of completion transferring as part of the sale.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, community-focused coffee shop with significant growth potential in a sought-after London location.
A well-established coffee shop set in an attractive four-storey brick building, trading from the ground floor with no lease obligations on the upper floors.
The stylish, modern interior provides 23 covers, a rear counter, customer toilet, and a fully equipped kitchen with full extraction, 6-grid rational oven, 4-door commercial fridge, lean-to fridge space, and air conditioning.
The business also benefits from a private rear car park. A valuable feature is the outdoor ‘Parklet’ seating, which is council-owned but hosted, maintained, and kept clean by the business – a great asset without the cost.
The premises are licensed for alcohol and evening trade, and also suitable for community workshops or private hire. Security includes CCTV and steel shutters.
Run by a full-time manager and chef, supported by part-time staff, the business is fully equipped for a smooth transition to new ownership.
There is significant scope to further develop this business. Opportunities include expanding delivery services, increasing private events, and enhancing the offering of workshops, positioning the venue as a small business hub in the community.
Greater marketing efforts and additional staffing could increase turnover. Leveraging the excellent transport links and strong community reputation, there is room for geographical growth or partner collaborations within South Woodford.
The coffee shop’s unique independent identity and multi-functional space differentiate it from competitors, offering an attractive proposition to a buyer looking to capitalise on a stable and growing market segment.
The flexibility to extend opening hours to evenings, supported by the existing alcohol licence, also presents untapped potential for revenue growth.
Features
Key Information
- Number of Covers: 23
- Delivery Services: Deliveroo
- Hygiene Rating: 5
Reputation
- Google: 4.5
- TripAdvisor: Excellent
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
- Instagram: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking
- Good Transport Links