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High-Volume Cold Stone Creamery

Downtown El Segundo, CA - Grand Plaza!

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asking price
$
159,000
gross sales
$
474,584
cash flow
$
51,938
employees: 
9
founded: 
2002

High-Volume Well-Established Cold Stone Creamery Downtown El Segundo, CA - Grand Plaza!

Along With Many Popular Shops & Restaurants + Close To The Beach, Bike Trail, Park District, Schools & Homes.

Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients and mixed on a frozen granite stone with endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces and more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation custom-made available in cups, cones, waffle bowls and shakes, plus mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Cold Stone also offers smoothies along with pre-packed quarts and party packs in addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes and cookie sandwiches. All these products are available for delivery or takeout and can be conveniently ordered online or by smart phone. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom and photo cakes, plus signature pies.

Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety and choice-what customers want! With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. They’re better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site with high standards for taste, consistency and texture.

Well established location for over 23 years. This fully refreshed store was a Blimpie co-brand until recently, but the Blimpie expenses ran higher than the Blimpie sales so the bottom line should improve without it. If interested, one can now co-brand with another one of Kahala's other popular brands such as Wetzel’s Pretzels!

Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential
listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email
Tami Hillier at Tami@eatz-associates.com or call 503-319-4626 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.

Location: Prime retail space in Grand Plaza, a busy retail center with ample parking. Along with Blossom Ramen, Chase Bank, Domino’s Pizza, Falafel Queen, Gate 14 Fitness, Jing Spa and more. And across Beach City Hair Design, Brewport Tap House & Kitchen, The UPS Store and a Chevron gas station.

Perfectly situated on a main street in the heart of downtown El Segundo, a vibrant coastal enclave that seamlessly blends small-town charm with modern sophistication. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), this walkable district offers a unique mix of historic architecture, eclectic businesses and a tight-knit community atmosphere.

Downtown El Segundo is home to a wonderful variety of independent boutiques and specialty shops. Shoppers can find custom-designed surfboards, vintage treasures, unique jewelry pieces and much more.

Also, boasts a deliciously diverse culinary scene. Notable spots include Chicken Dijon, El Segundo Brewing Company, Good Stuff, G’s IL Capo Dei Bar, I Love Teriyaki, Jame Enoteca, Japonica, Little Gourmet, Old Town Patio, Purple Orchid, Richmond Bar & Grill, Rock & Brews, Sausal, Standard Station Sports Bar & Grill, Tavern on Main, Toast Café, Uncle Stevey’s Bagels and more.

Plus, hosts various events throughout the year, fostering community engagement and attracting visitors. These include art walks, car shows and seasonal festivals.

This Cold Stone is also near residential neighborhoods, schools and El Segundo Parks & Recreation. As well as just minutes from El Segundo Beach and the scenic Marvin Braude Bike Trail. Making it an attractive spot for ice cream for both locals and visitors alike!

Year Established: 2002 (Current Owner 2008).

Lease Information: Leased space $6,425/mth gross. Current lease expires Sep 2025 with one 2-year option, plus two 5-year options.

Square Feet: 1,340.

Seating: 10 Inside & 10 Outside.

Days/Hrs of Operation: Daily 11:30a-9:30p.

Owners Role: Semi- absentee - current owner works 10-12 hours a week + assistant manager in charge that works 30-35 hours a week.

# Of Employees: 9 Part-Time.

Training: 80 hours at an approved training store, plus 5 days online corporate training.

Gross Sales (Last 12 Mths): $474,584.

Net Operating Income: $51,938.

Value of FF&E: Included In Asking Price.

Value of Inventory: $5,000-$6,000 (Not Included In Asking Price).

Seller Financing Available: No.

Reasons for Selling: Focus on other business and health.

Competition/Market: Ice cream is America's favorite dessert. And Cold Stone is the ultimate ice cream experience, beloved by millions of customers. Enjoys incredible household name recognition & loyalty. A truly remarkable brand w/proven staying power!

Ranked #1 in Category. Ranked in the Top 50 Beloved Brands, “Consumer Pick” & “1st Place for Craveability”-Nation's Restaurant News. Ranked in the Top 200 Countries Best Franchises-Franchise Times. Ranked in the Top 100 Global Franchises In The World-Franchise Direct. Ranked in the Top 50-Entrepreneur Franchise 500.

Growth & Expansion: 1st store opened in 1988, began franchising in 1994. After 30 years, this iconic brand continues to thrive & grow. Currently operating more than 900 locations in the US & 1,300 worldwide.

And Cold Stone continues to expand co-branded partnerships & create new flavors to increase sales. Is also committed to innovation, offering special themed products to celebrate each season, holiday & big blockbuster movie. Also has the highest avg unit sales volume of any ice cream concept. Plus, it's easy-to-run using only state-of-the-art equipment!

Feel free to stop by the location as a customer 1st. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please complete the Request More Info Form below or email Tami Hillier at Tami@eatz-associates.com or call 503-319-4626 for more information. Showings by appointment only outside of business hours.


At A Glance
Founded: 1988
Locations: 1258
Initial Investment: 310K - 581K
Headquarters: Scottsdale, AR
Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery® is one of the most talked about ice cream companies in the world today. And that’s just the way we like it! Renowned for offering super-premium ice cream for more than 25 years, people everywhere recognize the quality associated with our brand and are more likely to be repeat customers because of it.

How good is our ice cream? Well, let's just say that on a scale of 1 to 10, we're somewhere around an 11.5. Our super-premium ice cream and waffle cones are made fresh daily right inside each store. Fresh-baked brownies, brand-name mix-ins, fruits and nuts are blended together on our frozen granite stone. From unique ice cream CreationsTM, cakes and shakes to ice cream cupcakes and cookie sandwiches, nobody serves up the ultimate indulgence like Cold Stone Creamery.

But we’re about more than just serving amazing ice cream. We like to think we’re really in the business Cold Stone Creamy Image - Franchise Resalesof making people happy

It's all about what we call the 10-Minute Vacation® - that 10-minute getaway people deserve from the world outside our doors. When they head inside any Cold Stone Creamery, that's what they'll get. From our enthusiastic, singing crew members, to the shared laughter of a family enjoying a treat together, if it’s making our customers, their friends or their loved ones happy, then we’re doing our jobs right!

Our franchise ownership experience

When you join Cold Stone you'll never be alone, because we'll be with you every step of the way. Our dedicated Cold Stone team will assist you with important steps such as keeping the cost of entry and operating costs as low as possible.


130 E Grand Ave Ste E
El Segundo , California 90245
United States
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