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Well-Known Bakery with Café in Premier Shopping District
A beloved bakery and dessert café with a 40+ year history is now available for acquisition. Known for its iconic signature cake recipe and highly creative custom designs, this business has become a household name in the Raleigh market, serving both local families and major corporate clients. Located in a premium shopping and lifestyle destination, the café benefits from high visibility, consistent foot traffic, and strong community integration.
Legacy Brand: 40+ years of continuous operation with a multi-generational customer base.
Prime Location: Anchored in one of Raleigh’s most desirable mixed-use developments, with a supportive landlord invested in local events and tenant success.
Signature Products: Unique, time-tested recipes that have built a loyal following, including one cake that has become regionally famous.
Diverse Revenue Streams:
Retail café offerings (cupcakes, slices, cookies, cheesecakes, coffee).
Custom orders for birthdays, weddings, and special occasions.
Corporate catering for pharmaceutical firms and large-scale events (500-1,000+ items).
Modern Operations: Online ordering, loyalty program (~9,000 members), integrated POS/CRM, robust website, and active social media presence.
Well-Equipped Facility: ~2,200 sq. ft. with separate baking, decorating, and café areas, supported by multiple ovens, mixers, refrigeration units, and prep stations.
Staff & Culture: 15–18 part-time W2 employees with a collaborative, low-drama culture and cross-training flexibility.
Retail: Primarily within a 5–8 mile radius.
Custom & Weddings: Regional reach extending across North Carolina.
Corporate Accounts: Long-standing relationships with leading pharmaceutical and professional service companies.
Ad#:2421226
Listed By: VR Business Brokers of Raleigh
Background information
Reference:
16972165-NI
Year established:
1982
Reason selling:
Retirement
Finance
Sales:
$731,594
Profits:
$85,979
Premises
Facility:
Established in 1982, the business operates from an approximately 2,200 sq. ft. retail and production space in a high-traffic shopping and lifestyle district. The facility is thoughtfully laid out with about 40% dedicated to the café, 40% to the decorating room, and 20% to the baking area. Assets include multiple convection ovens, commercial mixers (60qt/20qt), walk-in refrigeration and freezers, prep tables, an edible image printer, a branded delivery vehicle, and all necessary equipment to support ongoing operations.
Square footage:
2200 sqft
Rent and lease terms:
$7,963 per Month
Location:
North Hills, NC
Opportunities
Growth:
Expand hours (add Sundays and late evenings). Increase coffee/pastry program for morning traffic. Launch wholesale partnerships with local retailers/restaurants. Enhance paid digital marketing and SEO for online ordering. Explore innovative concepts like alcohol + dessert pairings. Deeper engagement with surrounding residential towers and corporate towers.
Price and terms
Price:
$275,000
Financing:
This business has been Pre-Approved for an SBA loan.
Training:
The current ownership group is seeking to step back due to changing family priorities. They are committed to ensuring a smooth handoff, including on-site training for approximately two weeks plus additional remote support. Long-tenured staff and well-documented recipes and systems provide continuity for a new owner.