Premium Kauai Restaurant With Experienced Management For Sale

Property Information

Real Estate:

Lease

Lease Terms:

The restaurant operates from approximately 1,400 square feet of leased commercial premises, with current monthly rent of approximately $5,900.
The commercial dishwasher is separately leased through Ecolab.

Leasehold Rent:

$70,800 per annum

Location:

Situated in a central Kauai market in Hawaii, the restaurant serves both local residents and visitors.

Its location supports a diversified customer base, with revenue generated from individual restaurant guests rather than dependence on a small number of major customers.

Premises Details:

The restaurant occupies approximately 1,400 square feet of attractive leased premises, comprising a professional dining room and fully equipped commercial kitchen.

The furniture, fixtures and equipment are relatively new and include display cases, refrigeration and freezer equipment, commercial cooking equipment, an ice machine, Square point-of-sale system, security cameras, dining furniture, signage and storage equipment.

The seller reports an original equipment purchase cost of approximately $89,263 and an estimated current market value of $45,000–$50,000.

A commercial dishwasher is leased through Ecolab.

Size in square feet:

1,400 sq. ft.

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

The restaurant offers opportunities to increase revenue by extending operating hours and introducing additional service days.

There are currently days and service periods during the week when the restaurant is closed, providing scope to accommodate additional customers.

Catering and private events represent another potential growth avenue. The restaurant already receives inquiries for these services but has generally declined them to maintain its focus on regular dining operations.

An incoming owner could develop dedicated catering and private-event offerings while maintaining the established restaurant business.

Competition / Market:

The restaurant serves a combination of local residents and visitors, with a differentiated offering focused on premium seafood and specialty ingredients.

According to the seller, direct competition within the restaurant's market positioning is limited.

Competitive strengths include established supplier relationships, an experienced culinary team, documented operating procedures and a loyal customer following.

The existing team is cross-trained, with operational responsibilities distributed across management. Recruiting reliable restaurant staff remains a challenge across Kauai's hospitality industry.

Reasons for selling:

The owner wishes to focus on other business interests.

Other Information

Support & training:

The seller is considering providing up to 10 hours of complimentary transition support during the first 30 days following closing, primarily delivered remotely.
Transition assistance is expected to include introductions and handover support involving vendors, suppliers, management and key employees.
Additional support may be available at $200 per hour.
The business benefits from an experienced on-island management team, documented recipes, an employee handbook and established point-of-sale and operating systems.

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$50,000 - included in the asking price

Inventory / Stock value:

$9,500 - included in the asking price