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German Bistro, Bar and Deli in the Cape Winelands
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PROFILE |
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Description: |
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An authentic, licensed German restaurant which is well located for tourist trade in the Robertson wine valley area. This is an established turnkey operation with modern equipment and infrastructure. A small outdoor garden area is included in the liquor licence. Ample parking and a convenient tourist stop just off the main road. |
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Industry / Sector: |
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Restaurant |
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LOCATION |
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Western Cape RSA |
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Robertson, Western Cape |
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Location / Area: |
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Robertson, Western Cape |
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Metro Proximity: |
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Cape Town. It should be possible to commute from this metro city to the business location. |
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Portability: |
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Low Portability - Relocation is not possible. But there may be limited value in licences, patents, technology or access to clients and suppliers which would add value to a similar operation at another location taking over
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PRICE |
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Asking Price: |
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R 1 000 000
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| Conditions: |
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Negotiable, subject to conditions |
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FINANCIAL & OPERATING INFORMATION |
| Turnover: |
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R 25 000 per month
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| Profit: |
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- not disclosed -
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| No. of Staff: |
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4 |
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Year Established: |
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2024 |
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Legal Persona: |
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Private Company (Pty) Ltd |
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Other Information: |
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PREMISES
The current lease runs until 31 January 2028 with a two month opt-out clause. This gives buyers confidence they can continue operations but also exit if needed.
LICENSING and COMPLIANCE
The liquor license and all compliance certificates are transferable to the new ownership. This reduces risk and speeds up the transition.
ASSET STRUCTURING
Fixed assets: R 606 000
Kitchen equipment, furniture, fittings, refrigeration, bar counters.
These are non-appreciating which depreciate over time.
Non-current assets: R 366 440
Tax asset (deferred benefit).
Adds value by offsetting future taxable income, but not realizable in a sale.
Net current assets: R 31 016
Cash, receivables, inventory.
Liquid but fluctuate with operations.
Total book value: R 1 003 456
ROI should be recalculated with these non-appreciating assets excluded to show true cashflow return.
Fire Sale Valuation (Immediate Auction)
Fixed assets: at 30% of book value is R 182 000
Non-current tax asset: R 0 (cannot be sold)
Net current assets: R 31 000
Estimated fire sale total - R 213 000
ASSET VALUATION
Fixed assets valued at R 606 000 are included in the asking price. Valuation is at cost, with supporting documentation available. For transparency, replacement and fire sale values can also be provided.
STOCK INCLUDED
Stock is included in the asking price. If sold separately, stock will be valued at cost at the time of sale, with supporting documentation available.
STAFFING
For the Robertson bistro, staff stability is currently weak, with the owner being the main driver of operations and limited long-term service from key employees. This means the business is not heavily dependent on specialised staff skills, but rather on the owner's involvement and oversight. Loyalty among staff is not yet firmly established, so a sale could trigger turnover or uncertainty. Expected reactions to the sale would likely be mixed - some staff may leave, while others could stay if reassured by the new owner's commitment.
The risk profile here is that continuity depends more on the incoming owner's management style than on entrenched staff loyalty. On the positive side, this gives a buyer flexibility to restructure, retrain, or bring in new talent without being locked into legacy staff arrangements.
In short, the business is owner-dependent rather than staff-dependent, which is both a risk (continuity) and an opportunity (fresh start).
NEW OWNER'S SKILLS and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
For the Robertson bistro, no special qualifications are legally required for a buyer beyond being able to hold the liquor licence and comply with standard business regulations. The operation is designed as a turnkey business, so minimal prior experience is needed - the kitchen, bar, and compliance systems are already in place.
Recommended skill sets would be in hospitality management, customer service, and basic financial oversight, but these can be learned or delegated. The liquor license and compliance certificates are transferable, meaning there are no legal barriers to entry for a new owner.
In short, the business is accessible to someone without formal training, though experience in restaurant operations, marketing, and event management would help maximize profitability and reduce risk.
MARKET and CUSTOMERS
In Robertson, the customer base for a niche bistro like Lecker Schmecker is very loyal, especially given its authentic German offering and tourist appeal in the wine valley. Stability is strong because repeat local patrons mix with seasonal tourist inflows, creating a balanced demand profile.
Competition exists mainly from wine estate restaurants and cafes, but barriers to entry are moderate. Liquor licensing, compliance, and the cost of fitting out a fully equipped kitchen and bar make it harder for new entrants to replicate quickly.
The brand strength lies in its authenticity and turnkey readiness, which positions it well against generic competitors.
Market conditions are currently tight but stable, with growth potential tied to events, catering, and digital ordering trends. Overall, Robertson's demographics (locals, retirees, and tourists) support steady trade, while strong loyalty and compliance barriers give the business resilience against new competition.
OPPORTUNITY for GROWTH
Robertson offers strong market opportunities for a German bistro concept because of its position in the Cape Winelands tourism corridor, drawing both local residents and international visitors.
A new owner could expand into events (Oktoberfest, weddings, corporate functions) which are also conceptually portable and can be expanded into other towns or franchised. catering partnerships with wineries and breweries, and digital channels like delivery apps and online ordering, all of which align with current hospitality trends. The potential for online ordering, delivery, and catering adds portability beyond the physical location.
The town's demographics show a mix of local families, retirees, and steady tourist inflows, giving both weekday and weekend trade potential.
Threats include rising input costs, seasonal tourism fluctuations, and competition from established wine estate restaurants.
Profits could be significantly improved under active event programming and franchise expansion, especially if the tax asset is leveraged to offset income.
On the technology side, advances in restaurant POS systems, online booking, and delivery logistics are increasingly accessible to small businesses, making operations more efficient and scalable.
Overall, Robertson's location and demographics provide a solid foundation for growth if a new owner actively taps into tourism and digital hospitality trends.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Financials are available on request for serious enquiries. As a new venture of only one year trading the business is not yet profitable but presents an excellent opportunity to build on an existing foundation.
REASON FOR SALE
The seller is under financial pressure
NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT
Any interested party will need to be prepared to complete and sign an non-disclosure agreement. Confidentiality could impact on staff issues and/or effect supplier and customer relationships and for these reasons the NDA will specify the limitations on use of information supplied. This protects all parties involved.
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Record ID: 3022
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