Akersten Street, Nelson, Nelson

A Nelson icon - Ruby's Espresso

Deadline sale (unless sold prior), Closing Fri 29 Aug 2025, 12pm

Ruby's Espresso - one of Nelson's busiest and most recognisable cafés - is now available for sale. A true destination micro café, Ruby's is set in the heart of the picturesque Nelson marina and offers a vibrant, high-performing business with strong turnover.

Originally launched from a silver Airstream coffee cart six years ago, Ruby's has grown steadily year after year into the thriving micro café it is today. Now operating from a funky, repurposed shipping container with serious street appeal, it's become a favourite stop for locals, tourists, families, and marina regulars. The newly developed promenade has opened up the Nelson marina to foot traffic and visitors, making Ruby's a key part of Nelson's waterfront experience.

Business highlights:
•First time offered to the market - established over 5 years ago with consistent growth
•Outstanding location - high-profile site in the beautiful Nelson marina
•Destination café - excellent foot traffic from the newly completed marina promenade
•Open seven days - great turnover, high-volume coffee sales using a trusted local roaster
•Family-friendly - safe open spaces, excellent parking, and a welcoming vibe
•Proven systems - efficient, easy-to-run setup perfect for owner-operators
•Secure lease in place - strong lease terms
•Positioned for future growth - part of the Nelson marina development with increasing visitor numbers
•Dog friendly

A truly turn-key business that perfectly balances lifestyle and profitability — Ruby's Espresso is ready for its next chapter. Whether you're a seasoned hospitality operator or someone seeking a fresh start in a dream location, this is an exceptional opportunity to secure one of Nelson's most-loved cafés in a growing waterfront precinct.

Destination cafés of this caliber — in one of Nelson's most exciting and fast-developing waterfront precincts — are rare!