Cafes for Sale Sunshine Coast

Looking for a cafe for sale on the Sunshine Coast? From beachside coffee spots in Mooloolaba and Noosa to busy suburban cafes in Maroochydore, Buderim and Caloundra, cafes are among the most popular businesses buyers ask us about.

Verified Businesses helps buyers find the right cafe and helps owners sell theirs. Craig Campbell is a Registered Business Valuer (RBV) and Certified Practising Business Broker (CPBB), so you get an experienced view of what a cafe could realistically sell for before you buy or sell.

What to Check Before Buying a Cafe

The lease: term remaining, options, rent and outgoings. In hospitality, the lease is often as important as the business itself.
Trading figures: turnover, cost of goods, wages and the owner’s actual hours. Ask how the numbers change across the seasons.
Staff: who stays on after settlement, and whether the business relies on the current owner behind the coffee machine.
Equipment: the age and condition of the coffee machine, grinders, refrigeration and kitchen fit-out, and what’s included in the sale.
Approvals: the council food business licence and any outdoor dining permits, and whether they transfer to a new owner.

Our brokers work through these with you, so you know exactly what you’re buying.

Selling Your Sunshine Coast Cafe

Cafes attract strong buyer interest, but they sell best when the numbers are clear and the lease is secure. Our free 1-hour business appraisal (valued at $220) and proven 15-step sales process means you’ll go to market at the right price, with the right buyers. We keep the sale confidential, so your staff and regulars aren’t unsettled.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a cafe cost on the Sunshine Coast?

Prices vary widely depending on location, turnover, profit and the lease. A small takeaway coffee shop and a busy beachfront cafe with seating are very different investments. Browse our current listings or call Craig for a realistic guide.

Can I buy a cafe with no hospitality experience?

Many first-time cafe owners do, but it pays to understand the hours and the margins first. A good handover period from the current owner makes a big difference, and your broker can help negotiate one.

How long does it take to sell a cafe?

It depends on price, location and how well the business is presented. Your broker will give you a realistic timeframe at the appraisal.

Browse our current business listings using the button below, or speak directly with our brokers today – Craig Campbell on 0419 747 709 or Brett Barton on 0408 607 344.