Ian Lashley

Premium Chocolate, Coffee & Gelato Dessert Café - $175,000

Ian Lashley

This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established specialty chocolate and dessert café located in Ventura County, California. The business is known for its high-quality, handcrafted chocolates, espresso beverages, gelato and curated gift offerings, with a strong emphasis on organic and premium ingredients.Operating in an immaculately built-out café space, the business features a fully equipped commercial kitchen with hood system, ovens, refrigeration, grease trap, and all essential equipment—designed for efficient, high-quality production.With a loyal customer base and a strong reputation as a go-to destination for gifts and special occasions, the company has become a true local staple. Customers return consistently for holidays, events, and everyday indulgences, creating reliable and recurring revenue.The business operates efficiently with a streamlined team and offers significant upside through expanded hours, increased marketing, wholesale opportunities, and growth in e-commerce and corporate gifting.A new owner can continue producing handcrafted chocolates or transition to a resale model utilizing pre-made chocolate confectionary vendors while expanding into additional desserts and specialty offerings. There is also a strong opportunity for a buyer to implement their own concept in this attractive, fully built-out location.

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