HS Listing ID-71293
Established Franchise: location operating under one of the most recognized bubble tea brands in the U.S.
Core Business: bubble tea and specialty beverage sales, plus catering
Channels: approximately 75% walk-in traffic, 25% delivery (Uber Eats and similar platforms)
Footprint: prime Long Island storefront near schools and medical offices, generating steady built-in foot traffic
Key Strengths
Turnkey, Semi-Absentee Operation: fully staffed with 4 employees who run day-to-day operations independently
No Direct Competition: no major competing bubble tea shops in the immediate area
Built-In Foot Traffic: located near schools and medical offices that drive consistent walk-in volume
Strong Owner-Operator Upside: net profit increases to ~$70,000 annually under an owner-operator who retains a smaller staff
Additional Cash Revenue: catering provides supplemental income not reflected in the figures above
Catering & Events: additional supplemental cash income, representing further upside, such as weddings, pokemon rip nights (every other month) etc
Operations
Lean Staffing: 4 employees who operate the business independently
Owner Role: currently semi-absentee; staff handle daily operations
Facilities: established storefront on a long-term lease (10 years) with standard annual increases
Franchise Support: backed by an established national franchise system
Financial Snapshot
Net Profit / SDE (Current, As-Is): ~$40,000 annually, reflecting the existing fully-staffed, semi-absentee operation
Net Profit / SDE (Owner-Operated): ~$70,000 annually with a working owner and reduced staffing
Seasonality: warmer months are the strongest period for the business
Catering: additional supplemental revenue, representing further upside
Franchise Fees: 3% royalty + 2% marketing
Franchise Transfer fee: $5,000
Rent: $30,144 ($2,512 a month)
Growth Opportunities
Owner-Operator Conversion: an owner stepping into daily operations can lift annual earnings toward ~$70,000 by reducing payroll
Catering Expansion: existing catering demand offers an underdeveloped, scalable revenue stream
Local Marketing: proximity to schools and medical offices supports targeted promotions, loyalty programs, and community outreach
Delivery Growth: room to expand the delivery channel through additional platforms and promotions
Deal Structure
Seller Financing: $25,000 offered at 0% interest over 12 months — a vote of confidence in the business and a meaningful reduction in the buyer’s cash needed at closing
Reason for Sale
Owner is moving on to focus on a separate, unrelated business venture and is seeking a motivated buyer to continue running this well-established, fully-staffed location
A SIGNED CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THE EXACT LOCATION
