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Summary:

Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients and mixed on a frozen granite stone with endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces and more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation made-to-order available in cups, cones, waffle bowls and shakes, plus mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

As well as sundaes and smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs. In addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches for takeout or conveniently ordered online or by smart phone 24 hrs/day. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.

Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. Better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.

Well established location for over 19 years. Absentee owned and operated with a full-time manager in place. 2023 sales $489,903. 2024 sales up over 8%!

Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, please DO NOT talk to any of the owners, employees or patrons. If interested, contact EatZ for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Business Website: https://www.coldstonecreamery.com

Competition:

Ice cream is America's favorite dessert. And Cold Stone is the ultimate ice cream experience, beloved by millions of customers. Enjoys incredible household name recognition & loyalty. A truly remarkable brand w/proven staying power!

Ranked #1 in Category. Ranked in the Top 50 Beloved Brands, “Consumer Pick” & “1st Place for Craveability”-Nation's Restaurant News. Ranked in the Top 200 Countries Best Franchises-Franchise Times. Ranked in the Top 100 Global Franchises In The World-Franchise Direct. Ranked in the Top 50-Entrepreneur Franchise 500.

Growth and Expansion:

1st store opened in 1988, began franchising in 1994. After 30 yrs, this iconic brand continues to thrive & grow. Currently operating more than 1,000 locations in the US & hundreds internationally.

And Cold Stone continues to expand co-branded partnerships & create new flavors to increase sales. Is also committed to innovation, offering special themed products to celebrate each season, holiday & big blockbuster movie. Also has the highest avg unit sales volume of any ice cream concept. Plus, it's easy-to-run using only state-of-the-art equipment!

Location:

Prime corner retail space in a busy neighborhood strip center with great signage and ample parking. Other popular tenants include Edible Arrangements, GameStop, Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center, Poshe Nails & Spa and Pro Cuts.

Perfectly situated in a beautiful and well-maintained center with lots of street exposure on University Ave just off the Texas Loop 289 and I-27interchange. Adjacent to a Walgreen’s just south of a Target Supercenter. And across the street from Cinemark Tinseltown 17-screen movie theater!

Also, surrounded by many other popular eating & drinking establishments including Braum’s Hamburgers, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chick-Fil-A, Mar Y Tierra, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Sonic Drive-In, Starbucks, Subway, Taco Casa, Tropical Smoothie Café, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, Whataburger and more. Plus, surrounded by a vast residential area!

County: Lubbock

Facilities:

Lease Information: Leased space $3,680/mth gross. Current lease expires Oct 2025 with one 5-year option.

Square Feet: 1,500.

Seating: 14.

Days/Hrs of Operation: Su-Th 12n-10p & Fr-Sa 12n-11p.

Real Estate: Leased.

Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price.

Value of Inventory: Not Included In Asking Price.

Number of Employees: 9 Part-Time.

Support/Training: 80 hours at an approved training store, plus 5 days online corporate training.

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reason for Selling: Too far from home and other stores.