Turnkey Café & Retail Opportunity in Charleston's Highest-Traffic

desirable and high-traffic locations. Positioned in the heart of a thriving commercial district, this business benefits from exceptional visibility, strong foot traffic, and an attractive long-term lease that is significantly below current market rates for comparable spaces in the area. The current operation combines a café and specialty grocery concept, generating established revenue with a loyal customer base already in place. For an entrepreneur looking to enter the food and beverage industry, this is a true turnkey opportunity with substantial value in the existing infrastructure alone. For an experienced operator, the location and buildout provide a unique platform to introduce a new café, bakery, coffee concept, wine bar, specialty retail business, or other hospitality venture. This is also a nearly complete food service build-out, making it especially attractive for a pizza concept, fast-casual restaurant, or similar operator looking to avoid the time and cost of construction. Major infrastructure and kitchen highlights include: Triple sink setup (commercial grade) Triple filtered water system Three (3) hot water heaters Three (3) commercial AC units 300-amp electrical service (triple-phase power capacity) Most electrical already on GFCI and specialty breakers All-new lighting and ceiling systems throughout Double-door delivery access with ramp for easy loading/unloading Two (2) mop sinks for back-of-house efficiency Two (2) restrooms Over $200,000 has been invested into the space, including approximately $100,000+ in equipment, furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), along with an additional $100,000+ in leasehold improvements and buildout costs. The space is fully operational and ready for immediate ownership. Highlights: Prime Charleston location with some of the highest foot traffic in the county Charleston Long-term lease in place at below-market rental rates Established café and retail operation with existing revenue and customer base Fully built-out commercial kitchen infrastructure (rare “plug-and-play” opportunity) Over $200,000 invested in equipment, FF&E, and leasehold improvements Fully turnkey operation with minimal downtime required for transition Flexible concept potential—continue existing operations or introduce your own vision Strong visibility, accessibility, and surrounding demographics Seller relocating internationally, creating a motivated sale opportunity Seller financing may be available for qualified buyers Whether you're looking to operate the existing business or leverage an exceptional location and infrastructure for a new concept, opportunities like this rarely come to market. The combination of a premium location, favorable lease terms, established revenue, and substantial buildout investment creates significant value for the next owner. The seller is committed to a smooth transition and ensuring continuity for the incoming operator.