Iconic Windmill Cafe - Santa Cruz Dining Business for Sale

Iconic Windmill Cafe

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Financial Details

Asking Price:
$139,000
Profit Metric:
Cash Flow (SDE)
Location:
Santa Cruz, CA, US
Source:
Date:
October 02, 2025

Key Highlights

Iconic and well-loved dining destination in Santa Cruz with a loyal customer base.
Prime, high-traffic location offering strong visibility and accessibility.
Turnkey operation including a fully equipped commercial kitchen, furnishings, and indoor/outdoor seating, with growth potential through extended hours, catering, or marketing.

Description

Iconic Windmill Cafe presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a well-established and beloved dining destination in Santa Cruz, California. Situated in a highly visible and easily accessible area, the cafe has cultivated a strong, loyal customer base comprising locals, students, and tourists. The business features a charming interior dining space complemented by a relaxed outdoor patio, ideal for enjoying the local climate. It comes fully equipped with a commercial kitchen, fixtures, furnishings, and all necessary equipment for a seamless handover. Known for its consistent quality and reputation for fresh, hearty breakfast, coffee, and casual lunch options, the Windmill Cafe attracts repeat business and new visitors year-round. This turnkey operation is perfectly suited for an owner/operator or an investor seeking to expand within the vibrant Santa Cruz food scene. Significant growth potential exists by extending operating hours, developing catering services, or enhancing marketing efforts. The business offers both stability and promising growth prospects.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
Restaurants & Food
Classification:
Restaurants & Food

Operational Snapshot

Reason for Selling:
Retirement

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Not_specified

Assets & Inventory

Includes FF&E:
Yes

Broker Contact

Name:
Carmel Business Sales
Company:
Carmel Business Sales
Phone:
831-293-9345

Listing Details

Listing ID:
dd436589-cd13-411e-b20a-a0f862bb76d2
Source Listing ID:
2419350
Deal Status:
For Sale
Last Updated:
October 02, 2025
Currency:
USD