FOR SALE: MIGRANT COFFEE – A THRIVING CAFE IN WEST FOOTSCRAY WITH EXCEPTIONAL GROWTH AND COMMUNITY IMPACT
Migrant Coffee, located in the heart of West Footscray, is a vibrant and well-established café that has built a reputation for exceptional coffee, innovative food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Serving a unique blend of New York-style bagels with Filipino, Thai, and Island-inspired flavours, Migrant Coffee is more than just a café – it’s a community space where people come together to connect, share stories, and enjoy good vibes.
With consistent weekly takings of $20,000 – $25,000 and a strong weekly profit, this is a rare opportunity to own a highly profitable, established business that offers the perfect balance of work-life flexibility and community engagement. Whether you’re an experienced operator or someone new to the café business, Migrant Coffee provides a unique opportunity to step into a thriving café with a loyal customer base and a well-oiled operation.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
- Weekly Takings: $20,000 – $25,000, with a strong profit margin
- Weekly Rent: $1,000, offering a low overhead in comparison to the high returns
- Opening Hours: Thursday to Monday (7 am – 2 pm on weekdays, 8 am – 2 pm on weekends)
- Seating: Spacious café with seating for 50 people, ideal for both casual dining and community events
- Liquor Licence: The café has an existing liquor licence, offering potential to expand offerings with alcohol (perfect for weekend brunches or evening events)
- Business Age: Migrant Coffee has been established for 5.5 years, steadily growing its brand and customer loyalty.
- Coffee Sales: Serves 30-35 kg of coffee per week, a solid volume that demonstrates strong customer demand and a loyal coffee-drinking clientele.
- Owners Involvement: The current owners only work 10 hours per week each, and all business-related work is conducted remotely, making this a hands-off business that requires minimal time on-site, offering significant flexibility for the new owner.
- Menu: The café offers a unique menu focused on New York-style bagels, with exciting twists of Filipino, Thai, and Island flavours. The fusion of these international flavours is a hit with the local community, providing a one-of-a-kind experience that can’t be found elsewhere.
What Makes Migrant Coffee Special?
Migrant Coffee isn’t just a café; it’s a hub of connection. The space is designed to foster community – a place where people from all walks of life can gather, whether to enjoy a morning coffee, catch up with friends, or relax while working remotely. The café’s focus on good vibes and creating a welcoming atmosphere has earned it a loyal following, and it’s become an integral part of the West Footscray community.
The menu itself is a testament to this community-building philosophy, bringing together diverse cultural influences to create a fusion of flavours that resonate with a wide range of tastes. The café’s signature bagels, with Filipino, Thai, and Island twists, have garnered rave reviews and are a major draw for locals and visitors alike.
The operations are straightforward, allowing the owner to maintain a flexible and hands-off role in the business. With everything set up for success, the focus is on creating a space where customers feel valued, relaxed, and connected.
Why This Business is a Great Opportunity:
- Minimal Owner Involvement: The current owner spends just 10 hours per week working from home. This business can be run efficiently by someone seeking a hands-off, high-return venture.
- Established Reputation: With 5.5 years of history, the café has built a loyal customer base and strong brand recognition.
- Strong Financials: With weekly takings of $20,000 – $25,000 and consistent profits, this is a well-established business with a strong cash flow.
- Flexible Operating Hours: Open Thursday to Monday, the business provides a comfortable work-life balance with time off during the week, and the ability to expand if desired.
- Community Impact: Migrant Coffee has become a vital part of the local community, offering more than just great food and coffee. It’s a place for people to connect, relax, and enjoy the company of others.
- Potential to expand the menu to include plated breakfast/brunch/lunches.
- The kitchen can be transformed into a larger commercial kitchen if needed.
- Evening events or longer operating hours, to also generate higher revenue.
- Opportunity to cater to local businesses and hospitals
- Lots of potential for growth, the sky’s the limit
- Only cafe on Barkly St from Footscray to West Footscray
Perfect for a New Owner or Experienced Operator
Whether you’re an experienced café owner looking to take over a thriving, low-maintenance operation, or someone new to the hospitality industry who wants to enter a well-established business, Migrant Coffee offers an exciting opportunity.
This is a café with strong financials, an established brand, and a loyal customer base, with plenty of room for growth and expansion, especially in the area of alcohol sales or further community events. If you’re passionate about creating a positive, vibrant space for the local community, then this is the perfect business for you.
Contact us today to find out more.
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