Cafe For Sale in NSW

​Imagine owning a profitable café just moments from the beach in one of Australia's most desirable lifestyle destinations. This long-established Byron Bay café delivers not only strong financial performance but also the flexibility and lifestyle many buyers search for yet rarely find.

Operating successfully for decades and firmly embedded within the local community, the business has become a popular destination for both loyal locals and the steady stream of visitors that Byron Bay attracts year-round. Known for quality coffee, vibrant breakfast and lunch trade, and relaxed coastal atmosphere, the café benefits from consistent patronage supported by tourism, nearby accommodation and surrounding residential growth.

Positioned within a high-foot-traffic coastal precinct approximately 150 metres from the beachfront, the business enjoys excellent visibility and continuous customer flow throughout the week. Byron Bay's resilient tourism economy provides reliable trading across all seasons, creating stability uncommon in hospitality businesses.

A major advantage is the operational structure — the café runs semi-under management, with the owner currently involved only around 15 hours per week, primarily overseeing delegated operations. Experienced staff handle daily service, allowing an incoming owner to maintain a lifestyle-focused role or step in hands-on to unlock further growth.

Why Buyers Love This Opportunity

– Prime Byron Bay coastal environment near the beach

– Long-established, recognisable café with proven systems

– Seven-day trading with consistent year-round demand

– Fully staffed operation already in place

– Secure lease to September 2028 plus two further 5-year options (potential occupancy to 2038)

– Strong local following combined with tourism exposure

Financial Performance

– Average weekly sales: $25,000 (approx. 7% cash component)

– Cost of Goods Sold: approx. 27%

– Annual wages: approx. $450,000 (including owner wage structure)

– Weekly rent: $2,700 inclusive

– Miscellaneous operating costs approx. $1,000/week

– Estimated net profit: circa $256,000+ per annum

The business delivers strong cashflow with clear upside potential through menu expansion, extended hours, catering opportunities or increased owner involvement. Opportunities combining lifestyle appeal with this level of profitability in Byron Bay are tightly held and rarely offered to market.

The owner is selling due to personal reasons and will provide comprehensive training and transition support to ensure a smooth handover.

Ideal for hospitality operators, partners seeking a sea-change lifestyle, investors wanting a semi-managed income stream, or eligible business visa applicants seeking an established Australian enterprise.

Opportunities like this attract strong buyer interest — enquiries are invited from genuine purchasers seeking both lifestyle and income.

Contact Henry Chow [Phone Number Censored] | Amy Wan [Phone Number Censored]

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