Gelato Manufacturing Facility For Sale

Description

This manufacturing and retail facility is strategically located at 541 South Spring Street, Suite 104, Los Angeles, California 90013, within the historic Spring Arcade Building in downtown Los Angeles. The location offers convenient access to major freeways including the 101, 110, 60, 10, and 5, supporting efficient distribution to wholesale customers throughout Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura Counties. This is a rare opportunity for buyers seeking to enter the premium gelato, ice cream, and frozen dessert market in the Los Angeles trade area, expand an existing production business, or establish a satellite manufacturing facility to increase brand reach and distribution efficiency. Facility Features and Advantages Turnkey facility with immediate operational capability, reducing time to market and overall risk. Acquisition cost estimated at approximately 50 percent of current replacement cost, minimizing construction exposure. Local and state entitlements and certifications are in place and transferable, potentially saving 18 to 24 months of approval timelines. More than 11 years of leasehold improvements and updates. Established retail foot traffic. Flexible production capacity supporting both retail and wholesale operations. Opportunity to acquire a fully built facility at a significant discount to replacement cost. Facility Production Capability As of December 2024, the facility is capable of producing volume sufficient for approximately 75 grocery stores and wholesale accounts under the Uli’s Gelato brand. At peak performance, retail sales from gelato and coffee exceeded 500,000 dollars annually. Wholesale sales previously reached approximately 50,000 to 60,000 dollars per month. Additional revenue opportunities include filming, catering, and take out sales. Included in the Sale All construction buildouts and improvements. All permits and licenses as detailed below. Assignment of leasehold interests for both the manufacturing facility and storage space. The rear portion of the premises may continue as a production facility, while the front portion is required by the landlord to operate as a retail gelato or coffee shop. Leased premises include the primary manufacturing facility at 541 South Spring Street, Suite 104, and a separate storage unit. All existing furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Equipment Includes Large walk in freezer and walk in refrigerator. State of the art blast chiller. Two Italian batch freezers for gelato, sorbet, and ice cream production. One 15 gallon pasteurizer approved by the California Department of Food and Agriculture for dairy and non dairy mixtures. Electrical capacity supported by two panels totaling approximately 350 amps. Outdoor patio seating area. Optional vending machine for after hours sales. Government Certifications Registered FDA facility. Frozen Milk Plant accreditation by the California Department of Food and Agriculture with quarterly inspections. Products Resembling Milk Products Plant accreditation for non dairy frozen dessert production. Valid pasteurization permit. SQF certification, with seller willing to assist buyer through the transfer process, although final responsibility remains with the buyer. Restaurant permit from the Los Angeles County Health Department with annual inspections. Storage Unit Located at 530 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, California. Approximately 1,000 square feet, used exclusively for storage.