- Small Business
- Is independently run, locally based, and offers the flexibility to do business the way you want.
Ref:3142, Bar, *2 Businesses combined* City Fringe & North Shore
Surry Hills and Crows Nest Reference 3142
Sales Information
Offered as a Complete Group Acquisition Including All IP, Trademarks & Platforms
1. Executive Summary
This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire three of Sydney's most iconic hospitality venues as a single, strategic package. They represent a fully modernised, professionally managed, and culturally significant portfolio of cocktail bars and music driven venues.
The group is anchored by an industry leading brand with deep consumer recognition, strong digital presence, and a proven operational model. Each venue has undergone extensive renovation, systemisation, and brand alignment, ensuring a seamless transition for an incoming operator or investor.
The sale includes all trademarks, intellectual property, digital platforms, brand assets, and operational systems — delivering a true turnkey hospitality group with immediate revenue and long-term scalability.
2. The Venues
Venue 1 – Surry Hills
1. One of Sydney's most recognisable cocktail bars
2. High foot traffic location in a premium inner city precinct
3. Known for signature cocktails, social dining, and vibrant atmosphere
4. Fully renovated with modern fit out, lighting, and bar systems
5. Strong weekly trade and consistent event bookings
6. Loyal local following and strong brand equity
Venue 2 – Crows Nest
1. The North Shore's most iconic cocktail and social dining venue
2. Recently updated with a refreshed interior and operational upgrades
3. High performing suburban venue with strong local repeat trade
4. Positioned in a booming residential and nightlife precinct
5. Fully managed with established leadership and crew
6. Strong food, beverage, and cocktail program with proven margins
Venue 3 – Crows Nest
1. The North Shore's best live music and late night lounge experience
2. Completely renovated with premium sound, lighting, and booth seating
3. Unique positioning: a curated music driven venue with no direct competition
4. Attracts a high value demographic and strong weekend trade
5. Ideal for activations, private events, and brand partnerships
6. Fully managed with a trained team and established entertainment program
3. Key Investment Highlights
Iconic, High Performing Brand
1. It is one of Sydney's most recognisable cocktail bar brands
2. Strong cultural presence and long-standing reputation
3. High social media engagement and digital visibility
4. Consistent customer loyalty across multiple demographics
Turnkey, Fully Managed Operations
1. Each venue operates with established management and trained crews
2. Systemised processes, checklists, and operational frameworks
3. Minimal owner involvement required
4. Ideal for investors, hospitality groups, or multi venue operators
Completely Renovated & Modernised
1. Significant capital investment already completed
2. Updated interiors, bars, kitchens, sound systems, and lighting
3. No immediate capex required
4. Strong depreciation benefits for incoming owners
Diverse Revenue Streams
1. Cocktail led beverage program with strong margins
2. Food offering designed for speed, consistency, and profitability
3. Events, functions, and group bookings
4. Live music and entertainment revenue (LOOM)
5. Brand collaborations and promotional partnerships
Prime Sydney Locations
1. Surry Hills: high density, high spend inner city market
2. Crows Nest: booming North Shore precinct with major development pipeline
3. Crows Nest: unique late night and music driven venue with no direct competitor
Scalable Brand Platform
1. The brand is built for expansion
2. Strong IP, recognisable identity, and proven market fit
3. Ideal for future franchising, licensing, or multi site rollout
4. Digital assets and platforms included in sale
4. Intellectual Property & Inclusions
The sale includes full ownership of all brand and operational assets:
Brand & IP
1. All registered trademarks
2. Brand identity, logos, style guides
3. Menu IP, cocktail program, and recipes
4. Brand photography, videography, and creative assets
Digital Platforms
1. Websites and domains
2. Social media accounts and audiences
3. Online ordering and booking systems
4. CRM, email marketing, and customer databases
Operational Systems
1. SOPs, checklists, training systems
2. Supplier relationships and negotiated pricing
3. POS systems and integrated reporting
4. Staff onboarding and management frameworks
Venue Assets
1. All furniture, fixtures, equipment, and fit out
2. Sound and lighting systems
3. Kitchen equipment and bar infrastructure
4. Inventory at settlement
5. Financial Overview
(You can provide me with the numbers and I'll integrate them cleanly — revenue, EBITDA, weekly averages, wage %, COGS %, rent, etc.)
6. Sale Structure
The group is offered as a single package to preserve brand integrity and maximise value.
This includes:
1. All three venues
2. All trademarks and IP
3. All digital platforms
4. All operational systems
5. All physical assets
7. Ideal Buyer Profile
1. Hospitality groups seeking expansion
2. Investors seeking a fully managed, cash flowing asset
3. Operators looking for a premium, culturally established brand
4. Groups wanting a scalable platform with immediate revenue
8. Next Steps
A full data room, financials, and site inspections can be arranged upon request and NDA execution.
TURNOVER: $4,500,000
PROFIT: $800,000
LEASE: Surry Hills 5+5, Crows Nest 4+4
RENT: Surry Hills $ 3,500
WAGES: $19,000
STAFF: Both venues under management. 4 Full Time. 25 Casuals
TRADING: Surry Hills
M-Thur 12pm to 10pm
Fri-Sat 12pm-12pm
Sun 5pm-10pm
Crows Nest Tues-Sun 4pm-10pm
For more details, please email broker or call agents.









