1 Duckworth Street St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador A1C 1E3

$200,000

Exceptional opportunity to own and operate a well-established, successful café in the Battery, one of St. John’s most historic, iconic and high-traffic locations. Situated at the base of Signal Hill National Historic Site, where the popular North Head Trail begins and ends, this charming café benefits from steady local traffic and thousands of tourists year-round. Operating within a character-filled 130-year-old corner building, the business offers a warm, inviting atmosphere. Seating for approximately 40 guests indoors, plus an additional 30 across two outdoor patios. A convenient walk-up window caters to hikers, dog walkers, and passersby, while enjoying stunning views of St. John’s Harbour. The café has built a strong reputation for high-quality coffee, fresh-made food, exceptional service, and care for the community and the environment. The menu offers both traditional and vegan offerings, and the business holds a liquor license for indoor and outdoor service. With a diverse and loyal customer base—local residents, professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and tourists—the café has become a must-visit destination in the city’s thriving tourism market. St. John's continues to experience strong growth as a hub for cultural and adventure tourism, supporting long-term business potential. Established 2016, the café has demonstrated consistent growth, serving approx 80,000 customers annually. In 2025, gross sales exceeded $1,000,000 with a reported net profit of 6.4%. Fully incorporated, financially stable, operated without additional capital investment since 2017. Strong cash flow, efficient inventory management contributes to ongoing success. Operations are streamlined with third-party bookkeeping (QuickBooks), payroll management, employee benefits administration, and deposit handling already in place—making this a true turnkey opportunity. Premises are leased with a long-standing, positive landlord relationship and flexible renewal terms. Serious inquiries only. (id:49203)

Business

Business Type Food Services and Beverage, Restaurant, Arts and Entertainment
Business Sub Type Bakery, Restaurant, Entertainment

Property Details

MLS® Number 1296087
Property Type Retail
Amenities Near By Recreation, Shopping
View Type Ocean View

Building

Heating Fuel Electric
Type Special Purpose

Land

Access Type Year-round Access
Acreage No
Land Amenities Recreation, Shopping
Size Total Text 0-4,050 Sqft
Zoning Description Commercial

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Charles Harris

(709) 691-6669
(709) 579-7600
charles-harris.c21.ca/

Century 21 Seller's Choice Inc.
136 Crosbie Road, Suite 202
St. John's, Newfoundland & Labrador A1B 3K3

(709) 579-0021
(709) 579-7600
www.sellerschoice.c21.ca/
www.sellerschoice.c21.ca/

Dekker Team
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