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Coffee Shops for Sale

There are over 39,000 coffee shop locations operating across the United States, according to industry estimates. These establishments employ more than 1.1 million people nationwide across barista positions, management, food preparation, customer service, and support roles. Coffee shops are estimated to generate $55 billion annually in food and beverage sales. From independent neighborhood coffeehouses and specialty cafés to drive-thru coffee concepts and nationally recognized chains, coffee shops represent one of the largest and most resilient segments of the U.S. foodservice industry.

Coffee shops for sale are something many buyers explore due to consistent consumer demand, strong repeat business, and multiple revenue opportunities. The category includes independent coffee shops, specialty coffee roasters, espresso bars, drive-thru coffee concepts, breakfast cafés, and franchise brands. Many coffee shop operators benefit from daily customer visits, beverage-focused margins, loyalty programs, mobile ordering, and growing consumer interest in premium coffee and specialty beverages.

It's no wonder those buying a business flock to coffee shops for sale offered by Restaurant Brokers. Coffee shops are an influential part of the American foodservice landscape. The category's combination of recurring customer traffic, relatively simple operations, strong brand loyalty, and all-day demand creates opportunities for business owners across a wide variety of concepts and operating models.

Resources for Buying a Coffee Shop For Sale

Buying a Coffee Shop for Sale is a team sport and you may need all kinds of help. Our Certified Restaurant Broker© team has plenty of resources and aid for you. Here’s a starting point for the most common requests: 

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    Cape Coral Mexican Restaurant for Sale with Beer and Wine
    Cape Coral, Florida
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    Restaurant with Real Estate for Sale in BOOMING St. Johns County, FL
    Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
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    Canton GA Turnkey Cafe for Sale with Equipment and Lease
    Canton, Georgia
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    Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity! 12-Ft. Hood & Attractive Lease
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
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    Turnkey Diner for sale with Full Liquor License – Kent County, RI
    Coventry, Rhode Island
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    Second Generation Restaurant Bar for Sale Opportunity
    Wheat Ridge, Colorado
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    Beautiful Newly Built out Colorado Restaurant and Bar Asset Sale
    Fort Collins, Colorado
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    JAMBA Franchise for Sale! West Plano TX!
    Plano, Texas
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    Downtown Fayetteville Bar for sale - Liquor License & $2,500 Rent
    Fayetteville, Arkansas
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    Your Concept Starts Here: Raleigh Quick Serve - Three Hoods, Walk-In
    Raleigh, North Carolina
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    Profitable Florida Coffee Shop for sale, $100k Owner Earnings!
    The Villages, Florida
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    Turnkey Coffee Cafe For Sale in Bremen GA with Low Rent
    Bremen, Georgia
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    Missouri Cafe for Sale Impressive Earnings of $118,000 for Owner
    Moberly, Missouri
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    Daytona Beach Restaurant for Sale , $1.4M Sales, $227,873 Earnings
    Daytona Beach, Florida
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    Breakfast Restaurant For Sale in Bradenton with Hood and Walk In
    Bradenton, Florida
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    Prime Sanford Franchise Location with Food Trailer Included!
    Sanford, Florida
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    Cypress TX Cafe for Sale. Hood, 1,500 SF, $2,850 Rent
    Cypress, Texas
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    Cafe for Sale Marco Island Fully Equipped Turnkey Space
    Marco Island, Florida
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    Aurora Restaurant for Sale - 3,948 SF, Liquor License, & 18-Ft. Hood
    Aurora, Colorado
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    Turnkey Cafe with Hood in Naples, Florida
    Naples, Florida
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    Large Fully Equipped Restaurant with Outdoor Seating!
    Port Orange, Florida
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    Restaurant for sale with covered out door seating! Fully Equipped!
    Port Orange, Florida
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    Boulder Second-Gen Restaurant for Sale with Hood and Patio
    Boulder, Colorado
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    Jacksonville Cafe for Sale. 1,030 SF, Beer, Wine and Hookah Ready
    Jacksonville, Florida
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    Turnkey Dessert and Coffee Shop for Sale Alpharetta GA
    Alpharetta, Georgia
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    Breakfast Franchise For Sale. The Bagel Hole. Big Earnings.
    Braselton, Georgia
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    SC Restaurant for Sale, 1,050 SF, Only $25,000
    Irmo, South Carolina
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    Athens GA Restaurant for Sale in Prime Location
    Athens, Georgia
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    Turnkey Double Drive Thru Coffee Shop for Sale in Rogers AR
    Rogers, Arkansas
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    RI Turnkey Restaurant & Real Estate on 6 Acres
    Scituate, Rhode Island
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    Fully Equipped Restaurant For Sale - Keep or convert to any Concept!
    Ormond Beach, Florida
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    High Traffic Location-Juice Bar-Dunwoody, GA-Bring all Offers
    Atlanta, Georgia
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    Profitable TX Popular Breakfast-Lunch Restaurant for Sale!
    Carrollton, Texas
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    Independent South Carolina Restaurant for Sale | Own It for $190,000
    Charleston County, South Carolina
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    Profitable Nashville Cafe for sale - SBA Qualified! Limited Hours!!
    Nasvhille, Tennessee
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    Emma Street Restaurant & Cafe for Sale in Springdale with Patio
    Springdale, Arkansas
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    Tennessee Cafe for Sale with Hood, Fryers, and Low Rent
    Strawberry Plains, Tennessee
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    Independent Juice Bar for Sale! $470,000 Sales
    Atlanta, Georgia
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    Turnkey Raleigh Second Generation Restaurant for sale With Hood
    Raleigh, North Carolina
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    Profitable Chapel Hill Restaurant—Amazing Upfit and Turnkey!
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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    Dahlonega Second Gen Restaurant for sale with Hood, $2,200 Rent
    Dahlonega, Georgia
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    Cafe for Sale in Belmont with Patio Seating and Low Rent!
    Belmont, North Carolina
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    Kentucky Franchise for Sale Fully Equipped Ready for New Owner!
    Lexington, Kentucky
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    Raleigh Coffee Shop for Sale with Roaster and Patio Seating
    Raleigh, North Carolina
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    Arvada Restaurant Business for Sale with Liquor License
    Arvada, Colorado
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    Beautiful Spring Hill, Tennessee Cafe for Sale - Great Location!
    Spring Hill, Tennessee
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    Restaurant for Sale in Charlotte with Proven Owner Benefit!
    Charlotte, North Carolina
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    Florida Restaurant for Sale- Cafe with Wholesale & Distribution-349K
    Tallahassee, Florida
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    Fort Lauderdale, Florida Restaurant for Sale - in Flagler Village
    Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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    Bring Your Own Concept-Cafe-Up and Coming Centennial Yards
    Atlanta, Georgia
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    Lighthouse Point Cafe for Sale with Equipment and Patio
    Lighthouse Point, Florida
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions: Coffee Shops for Sale

    What is the average price of a coffee shop for sale? Independent coffee shops typically list between $50,000 and $500,000. Established cafés, drive-thru coffee concepts, franchise locations, and high-volume operations may sell for more than $1 million.

    Can I buy a coffee shop with an SBA loan? Yes. Many coffee shop acquisitions qualify for SBA 7(a) financing. We Sell Restaurants can connect buyers with experienced business lenders.

    How many coffee shops are there in the United States? Industry estimates indicate there are approximately 39,000 coffee shop locations operating nationwide.

    How many people work in coffee shops? Coffee shops are estimated to employ between 900,000 and 1.2 million workers across the United States.

    How much do coffee shops generate in annual sales? The U.S. coffee shop segment is estimated to generate more than $55 billion annually in food and beverage sales.

    What types of businesses are included in this category? The category includes coffee shops, coffeehouses, espresso bars, specialty coffee cafés, drive-thru coffee concepts, and coffee-focused franchise brands.

    What are the biggest challenges facing coffee shop owners? Common challenges include labor costs, coffee bean price volatility, competition, occupancy costs, staffing, and maintaining consistent beverage quality and customer service.

    Do I need a broker to buy or sell a coffee shop? Not legally, but a Certified Restaurant Broker helps maintain confidentiality, qualify buyers, manage due diligence, and guide the transaction from listing to closing.

     Is We Sell Restaurants a franchise?  Yes, We Sell Restaurants is itself a franchise opportunity, not just a service provider to restaurant franchises. Franchisees become Certified Restaurant Brokers™ through our structured onboarding process, then use We Sell Restaurants' proprietary BOSS (Broker's Operations and Sales System) platform and Restaurant For Sale marketplace to help entrepreneurs buy, sell and lease hospitality properties in their territory. 

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    Quick Info:

    More than 39,000 Coffee Shops Nationwide

    Estimated $55 Billion in Annual Coffee Shop Sales

    1.1 Million+ Employed in American Coffee Shops