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Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California
Iconic Windmill Cafe
Asking Price
$139,000
Revenue
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Name: Bassam Elmughrabi
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Bassam Elmughrabi
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Description
The Windmill Cafe features a charming interior dining space and relaxed outdoor patio, perfect for enjoying the Santa Cruz sunshine. The business is fully equipped with a commercial kitchen, fixtures, furnishings, and all equipment necessary for a smooth transition to new ownership. The cafe consistently draws repeat customers and new visitors year-round due to their reputation for their hearty breakfast, fresh coffee, and delicious lunch.
This turnkey operation is ideal for an owner/operator or an investor looking to expand into the thriving Santa Cruz food scene. They have an opportunity to grow the business by extending hours, offering catering, or expanding marketing. The Windmill Cafe offers both stability and potential.
Highlights:
+ Established brand recognition- Well-known and respected café in the Santa Cruz community.
+ Prime location- High-traffic area with strong local and tourist customer base.
+ Turnkey operation- Sale includes all furnishings, furniture, and fully equipped commercial kitchen.
+ Indoor& outdoor seating- Comfortable dining space plus patio for Santa Cruz’s year-round climate.
+ Growth potential- Opportunity to expand hours, enhance catering services, or increase marketing outreach.
Don’t miss out on this great turnkey opportunity in Santa Cruz’s thriving food scene.
Contact. Carmel Business Sales today for more information.
Posting Information
Posting ID:
8256631
Business Category:
Restaurants & Food
Business Types:
American Restaurant
Cafe, Cafeteria
Attributes:
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