Award-Winning, Jazz-Themed Cafe for Sale Weymouth, Dorset

Confidentially offered for Sale

Ref Number: CFR-009
Asking Price: £170,000
Location: Weymouth, Dorset

Location: Weymouth, Dorset

Asking Price: Offers In the Region of £170,000

Current Turnover: circa £175,000

Net profits: circa £75,000

Key Highlights

• Established August 2023 – Excellent first-year turnover of £175,000, net profit of £75,000
• Top-rated café in Weymouth – #1 on TripAdvisor, 4.9 stars on Google, 100% positive on Facebook
• Award-winning – 2025 Best Desserts in Weymouth
• Loyal customer base – 100–250 regulars weekly, including NHS staff, families, and cruise tourists
• Strong growth potential – Extend hours, add live jazz nights, expand delivery platforms, explore franchising
• Fully staffed and operational – Experienced deputy manager and trained team
• Relocation sale – Owner moving abroad to pursue a new restaurant project

 Executive Summary: 

This is a rare chance to acquire a proven, profitable hospitality business with a strong brand identity and growing demand. A new owner could increase profitability further by extending opening hours, adding evening jazz events, leveraging online ordering, or even replicating the concept in other cities.

A unique, jazz-themed café at the heart of Weymouth, combining freshly made high-quality food with an atmosphere unlike any other in the area.

Since opening in August 2023, the café has experienced strong and consistent growth, becoming the #1 café in Weymouth on TripAdvisor, winning the 2025 Best Desserts in Weymouth Award, and building a loyal following of both locals and tourists.

The business is stylishly presented, highly profitable, and turn-key ready. It benefits from a prime location just a 3-minute walk from the beach, with high footfall and strong visibility. The business offers exceptional potential for expansion into evening trade, events, or franchising.

Location:

Located in central Weymouth, the café occupies a highly visible ground-floor unit with licensed outdoor seating. Surrounded by shops and attractions, and just minutes from the seafront, it draws consistent traffic from locals and tourists alike.

 Premises:

• Leasehold – 8 years remaining
• Rent: £12,000 per annum (no rent reviews)
• Rates: Zero (Small Business Rate Relief)
• Includes indoor seating, fully equipped kitchen, barista area, WC, and storage
• Licensed outdoor seating with pavement signage

Trading Information: 

First full-year performance (2024):

• Turnover: £175,000
• Gross Profit: £140,000
• Net Profit / EBITDA: £75,000
• Net Assets: Includes all equipment (high end), POS, branding, and goodwill

Staff:

• 1 Full-time (Deputy Manager)
• 3 Part-time team members
• All employees have contracts, training, and responsibilities defined

Customer Base & Reputation:

• Between 100–250 loyal regulars weekly
• #1 ranked café in Weymouth (TripAdvisor)
• 100% Facebook approval, 4.9 Google rating, #2 on Restaurant Guru (from 264 cafés)
• 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating
• Known for fresh, homemade food, standout desserts, and a warm, jazz-inspired atmosphere

Reason for Sale: 

The current owner is relocating to Italy to open a larger restaurant. The business is being sold as a going concern with full support offered during the handover.

Support & Handover: 

The owner is happy to provide hands-on training, staff introductions, supplier details, and continued support for post-sale to ensure a smooth transition. 

To Register Interest or to seek additional Information, please contact Abercorn Business Sales e-mail: [email protected] or telephone: 0800-246-1313

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