Iconic Fully Licensed Italian Café & Restaurant for Sale – Inner City Melbourne Hotspot
Looking for a thriving hospitality business in Melbourne’s inner city? This well-known Italian café and restaurant is an exceptional opportunity for hospitality investors or experienced owner-operators. Successfully operating for over a decade, the business boasts a strong local following, modern fit-out, and diverse revenue streams from breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
Positioned in a high foot traffic location, the restaurant is beautifully presented with a full commercial kitchen on display behind a creative glass partition. A dedicated pastry section draws attention with its eye-catching high-quality offerings, while flexible seating and workbench stations with power points appeal to digital nomads, freelancers, and professionals.
Key Features:
- Average weekly takings: $45,000 – $50,000
- Low rent: $2,748 per week + optional outdoor space $917/week (incl. GST) – under 10% of gross takings
- Long lease in place for security and peace of mind
- Massive premises with indoor seating for 200 guests, plus 80 outdoor seats
- Fully licensed – offering alcohol across all service times
- Professionally run under management – ideal for passive investors or hands-on buyers
- Strong reputation with a loyal and repeat clientele
- Positioned in a high foot traffic inner-city suburb
- Trial available and inspection highly recommended
Highlights:
This business stands out with its modern open kitchen concept, unique pastry section that increases walk-ins and impulse sales, and versatile layout catering to a wide range of customers — from families and tourists to remote workers and professionals holding meetings. The seamless fusion of food, atmosphere, and functionality makes it one of Melbourne’s most loved dining spots.
Opportunities for Growth:
- Extend trading hours or introduce themed nights and private functions
- Expand online ordering and delivery services
- Increase marketing through social media and local promotions
This is a rare opportunity to own a premium restaurant in one of Melbourne’s busiest and trendiest inner-city neighbourhoods.
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