ACTIVE  Well-Established Restaurant For Sale – Rick’s Cafe, Placencia Village, Belize

This turnkey restaurant is located in one of the most visible commercial areas in Placencia Village, fronting the main road in the heart of town. It offers a relaxed dining atmosphere with views over central Placencia village life and has become one of the top-reviewed restaurants in the area, receiving a rating of 4.6 out of 5 on TripAdvisor. The business serves locals, expats, and tourists at close to year-round capacity, making it one of the busiest and most recommended spots in the village. The restaurant occupies approximately 1,500 sq ft, with the kitchen occupying almost a third of that space. Between the indoor dining area, two decks, and the bar, it has a seating capacity of about 70 guests.

The sale includes all commercial kitchen equipment, including refrigeration, freezers, an ice machine, 6-burner stoves, a pizza oven, a stainless steel exhaust hood system, stainless steel tables and shelving, and a high-temperature commercial dishwasher. The kitchen was designed and built to meet health and safety certification standards.

The current owner, a chef, designed the entire operation for maximum production and efficiency, with the kitchen capable of producing 200 to 300 plates a day. The menu features a blend of local and imported dishes, including appetizers, sandwiches, salads, pizza, pasta, and daily specials. The dining room includes a fully stocked bar with a valid liquor license and commercial bar refrigeration, including a wine fridge. The tables and chairs throughout are custom-built from rare Central American hardwoods, adding character to the space while being built for heavy commercial use.

The owner is ready to retire after building a profitable and well-loved business, providing a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey restaurant in one of Belize’s most sought-after tourist villages.

Business highlights:
– Prime location fronting the main road in the heart of Placencia Village
– 1,500 sq ft, seating ~70 across indoor, two decks, and bar
– Established 2015; top-rated on TripAdvisor (4.6/5, #7 of 73)
– Full commercial kitchen built to health and safety standards, included in sale
– Full bar with valid liquor license, included in sale
– All furniture, fixtures, and equipment included
– Custom rare-hardwood furniture throughout
– Owner retiring — profitable, turnkey opportunity