Acquire an established dessert franchise in San Diego County for $99,000. This equipped, approximately 1,500-square-foot dessert store features large windows, abundant natural light and high ceilings, creating a spacious, comfortable and elegant atmosphere within an open-air shopping and entertainment setting. ESTABLISHED BUSINESS WITH FLEXIBLE OWNERSHIP According to the seller, the business currently generates a profit under manager-led operations.
A buyer may continue this approach or take a more active role in daily operations. Existing equipment, standardized recipes and established routines provide a foundation to build upon. Seller-provided 2025 records show gross sales of approximately $427,736.
A seller-prepared owner-operated illustration shows approximately $80,491 in adjusted annual operating income, assuming a working owner replaces part of paid staffing. This adjusted figure is before compensation for the owner's labor, acquisition debt service and income taxes. It is not current manager-run profit or a guarantee of future earnings.
Supporting records and assumptions are available for review. LOW FRANCHISE TRANSFER FEE The seller reports an approximately $2,000 franchise transfer fee compared with a $45,000 initial fee for a new franchise, an approximately $43,000 difference in franchise entry fees alone. The $2,000 transfer fee is NOT included in the $99,000 asking price and is payable separately.
Buyer approval, current fees and transfer requirements are subject to franchisor confirmation. SELLER-FUNDED REFRESH The seller is funding approximately $20,000 out of pocket for the franchise-required refresh, with completion expected by the end of November 2026, before buyer takeover. The seller will complete the planned refresh before handing over the store.
The improvements will complement the store's natural light, high ceilings and welcoming interior. Completion and franchisor acceptance will be confirmed during the transaction. CUSTOMER REPUTATION AND LOCATION The seller reports Google and Yelp ratings of 4.
4/5, providing positive customer recognition to build upon. The shopping and entertainment setting offers opportunities to serve shoppers, families and evening visitors, with surrounding retail destinations supporting local outreach and cross-promotions. Ratings may change.
APPROACHABLE OPERATIONS Standardized recipes and equipment-assisted preparation make product training approachable. According to the seller, the concept does not require a professional culinary background. Franchise training and seller transition arrangements will be confirmed during the transfer process.
ROOM TO GROW Current service focuses on afternoon and evening hours, leaving an opportunity to test lunch and earlier daytime opening. Additional initiatives could include office orders, catering, celebration packages, delivery-app improvements and seasonal offers. Social media content and neighboring merchant promotions could further build visibility within franchise guidelines.
These opportunities may be pursued through active ownership or a management-led team, subject to demand, staffing and costs. WHAT IS INCLUDED The $99,000 asking price includes business-related furniture, fixtures, equipment, goodwill and approximately $1,500 in inventory. Inventory is included, not an additional charge.
Transferable franchise rights and use of trade names, trademarks and logos are subject to the franchise agreement and franchisor approval. TOAST software access is subject to provider requirements and ongoing subscription arrangements. The seller's LLC and unrelated businesses and assets are excluded.
Sale inclusions are subject to the final purchase agreement. The lease runs through April 30, 2028, with one five-year renewal option, subject to lease terms and landlord approval. Images are AI-generated illustrations, not photographs of the actual business or representations of completed renovations.