Overview
Dexter and Hemsley is a well-regarded sandwich bar, coffee shop and takeaway food business trading from a prominent position in Norwich. The brand carries over a decade of trading history, originally built through artisan markets and pop-up events before the current shop opened in 2023, and in just two and a half years it has earned an excellent reputation for quality food, artisan coffee and warm, friendly service.
This is a genuine turnkey opportunity for a new owner to step into a profitable, fully equipped business with a loyal customer base, low overheads and clear potential for further growth. The current owners are committed to providing a thorough handover period to ensure a smooth and confident transition.
Business Highlights
- Established brand with over ten years of combined trading history across markets, popups and the current shop
- Annual turnover of approximately £91,000 with strong adjusted net profitability
- Artisan barista coffee programme delivering high margins and consistent repeat daily trade
- Diverse product range spanning freshly prepared sandwiches, baguettes, bakery items, seasonal specials and speciality drinks
- Grade 5 Food Hygiene Rating awarded February 2025
- Lean owneroperated structure keeping overheads low and quality consistent
- Clear growth opportunities including catering contracts, delivery platforms, loyalty schemes and extended trading hours
Location
Dexter and Hemsley trades from a prominent position on a busy main road in Norwich, benefiting from excellent visibility and strong passing trade throughout the day. The shop draws a broad and loyal customer mix including local residents, nearby workers, commuters seeking quality coffee and food on the go during peak hours, and regular business accounts from the surrounding area.
Premises & Tenure
The premises are compact, efficiently laid out and purpose fitted for high-volume food-to-go service, with a welcoming shopfront, customer-facing counter and a well-organised preparation area. The shop is fully equipped with catering and coffee equipment, representing a true turnkey acquisition with no significant additional capital investment required. The business is held on a leasehold basis.
Next Steps
Dexter and Hemsley represents an outstanding opportunity for an owner-operator, an experienced food-to-go or coffee professional looking to acquire an established business, or a buyer seeking immediate income with genuine growth potential. To find out more or to arrange a viewing, please get in touch with Goodwins Business Brokers directly. Full details are available in the Information Memorandum.
