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Santa Cruz County, California
Asking Price
$120,000
Revenue
$1,724,469
Down
Call/Email
Cash Flow
Call/Email
Name: Rex Walters CBB
Phone: Show phone number
Name
Rex Walters CBB
Phone
Show phone number
Year Established:
1985
Employees:
25
Reason for sale:
Owner wishes to slow down and work less
Support & Training:
2 weeks, 20 hours per week, ot TBD based on needs of new owner
Size in Square Feet:
3,850 sqft
Lease Terms:
Currently 8 years left. Landlords open to very long term.
Posting ID:
8222028
Business Category:
Restaurants & Food
Business Types:
American Restaurant
Attributes:
Training And Support
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