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Summary:

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, independently owned gourmet deli, casual café and specialty food market in the heart of a charming, historic downtown in an affluent western suburb of Chicago.

Located in Kane County, this popular neighborhood destination has served the community for over 10 years, building a loyal customer following and an outstanding reputation for freshly prepared food, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere.
A Unique Deli, Café & Specialty Market

Much more than a traditional sandwich shop! This successful fast-casual business combines a made-to-order deli and café with a gourmet specialty market, in addition to convenient take-home meals and catering, creating multiple revenue streams under one roof.

Known for its quality ingredients and scratch-made recipes, the menu features specialty sandwiches with house-made meats, homemade soups, fresh salads, toasted paninis, house-made desserts and daily specials. Their signature sandwiches have received regional television recognition, and the business has earned many local readers' choice honors for its sandwiches.

The complementary specialty market offers artisan cheeses, charcuterie, breads, gourmet pantry products, specialty foods, kitchen accessories, housewares and gift items. Refrigerated and frozen grab-n-go selections include prepared family meals, homemade soups and other convenient take-home favorites.

Beautiful Build-Out

The business features an inviting, tastefully designed interior combining casual dining with attractive specialty retail displays.

- Well-organized counter-service area w/refrigerated sandwich & salad preparation stations
- Comfortable table, communal table & lounge seating
- Open dining area w/storefront windows providing natural light & street views
- 50 seats + sidewalk seating
- Dedicated specialty market w/attractive retail shelving & refrigerated merchandise displays
- Fully equipped commercial kitchen w/double-stack convection oven, 6-burner gas range, commercial refrigeration, meat slicer, panini grill, soup warmers, stainless preparation tables & more
- Dine-in or out, carryout & catering
- Convenient front & rear entrances, with access to nearby public parking

Desirable Daytime-Only Hours

Enjoy an established foodservice business without the typical late-night restaurant schedule! Open Mo-Fri 11a-5p, Sat 11a-4p & Su 11a-3p.~40 operating hours per week, with no evening service and closures on major holidays. The business currently employs 10 people, including a chef, with the owners actively involved in daily operations.

Established Business With Improving Earnings

The business has maintained remarkably consistent annual gross sales while increasing seller's discretionary earnings. Adjusted earnings has increased each year, supported by improved labor efficiency and disciplined food costs.

The business also enjoys an established online presence, positive customer reviews, social media followers and a loyal repeat customer base.

Turnkey Business Opportunity

The sale includes the established business name, recipes, goodwill, furniture, owned fixtures & equipment, website, social media accounts and customer newsletter.

An outstanding opportunity for an owner-operator, chef or hospitality entrepreneur to acquire an established, profitable gourmet deli and specialty market in a highly desirable historic suburban downtown.

Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please complete the short Contact Form on the right or email Pat Mahoney at Pat@eatz-associates.com or call 847-208-9569 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Competition:

A rare chance to own one of the most loved lunch spots in a historic suburban downtown west of Chicago:

- Award winning
- Highly rated & recommended
- Loyal following
- Simple, high-quality scratch-made food/desserts
- Specialty market
- Convenient grab-n-go ready to heat meals
- Attractive build-out
- Daytime-only operating schedule
- Highly desirable location
- Historic downtown setting
- Established presence
- Convenient parking
- Multiple revenue streams
- Proven well-run business
- Consistent sales
- Increasing seller's discretionary earnings

Growth and Expansion:

A new owner has several opportunities to build upon the existing business:

- Expand operating hours - introduce dinner service, extended weekend hours or additional dayparts
- Add online ordering & delivery - strengthen digital ordering capabilities & explore 3rd-party delivery platforms
- Expand prepared meals - increase grab-and-go selections, family dinners, meal bundles and convenient take-home offerings
- Grow catering – with a posted catering menu and online ordering, also develop corp accounts, office lunches, private parties and community-event catering
- Grow specialty retail - introduce additional gourmet products, seasonal merchandise, gift baskets and holiday offerings
- Increase marketing - leverage the established website, social media following, customer newsletter and local community relationships

Location:

Desirable Downtown Setting

Situated along a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly downtown shopping and dining corridor, the business benefits from surrounding boutiques, restaurants, residential developments, professional offices, government employment and year-round community activities.

The historic downtown atmosphere attracts local residents, commuters, shoppers and visitors, providing a desirable setting for both dine-in and grab-na-go business.

Key Location Advantages

- Situated within an historic downtown shopping, dining & entertainment district
- Surrounded by independent boutiques, specialty retailers, restaurants & services
- A pedestrian-friendly downtown environment that attracts residents/visitors
- Accessible to downtown workers, shoppers & nearby residential neighborhoods
- Convenient location for lunch, takeaway meals, specialty shopping & catering pickup

Affluent Fox Valley Market & Established Trade Area

The immediate trade area is particularly attractive. The surrounding communities offer strong household incomes, established residential neighborhoods and a substantial customer base.

Population of 6,925 / 61,303 / 110,706 and median household incomes of $149,721 / $122,136 / $135,855 within 1-, 3- and 5-mile radii, respectively.

Nearby residential developments, offices, commuters and downtown visitors provide multiple sources of daily customers.

County: Kane

Facilities:

Lease Information: Leased space $7,165/mth gross. Current lease expires Jun 2031.

Square Feet: 2,865.

Seating: 50 Inside & 8 Outside.

Days/Hrs of Operation: Mo-Fr 11a-5p, Sa 11a-4p, Su 11a-3p (Lunch Service Only / Closed Holidays).

Owners Role: Owner operated - active day-to-day.

Real Estate: Leased.

Value of FF&E: $21,895 (Included In Asking Price).

Value of Inventory: Not Included In Asking Price.

Number of Employees: 10.

Support/Training: Negotiable on-site comprehensive training.

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Retiring.