£59,995

Restaurant for sale

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Restaurant for sale

Cafe, Leigh-On-Sea SS9

Local area information

Property location

Nearby amenities

  • Leigh North Street Primary School 0.2 miles
  • West Leigh Junior School 0.5 miles
  • Leigh-on-Sea 0.6 miles
  • Chalkwell 0.7 miles

These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.

Read our area guide for Leigh-On-Sea to find out more about the local area.

Features and description

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Stylish, fully fitted café in prime location with huge scope to expand evening trade. Secure 16-year lease and full equipment included

Location

Situated in a highly sought-after position on Leigh Road, in the thriving seaside town of Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, this café benefits from strong footfall, independent retailers, boutique shops and a vibrant evening economy. Leigh-on-Sea is renowned for its affluent customer base, loyal local following and year-round trade.

This is a prime trading position ideal for daytime café culture with excellent scope to expand further into evening hospitality

The Business

An established A3 licensed café/coffee shop with over 17 years of trading history, enjoying a strong reputation and repeat custom.

Licensed premises

20+ covers internally (with space for additional external seating)

Currently trading:

Monday 8am - 3.30pm

Tuesday - Closed

Wednesday to Saturday 8am - 3.30pm

Sunday: 10:00am – 2pm

Genuine scope to increase evening trade and private bookings - We are advised lease allows hours of trade from 7am - 11pm

Adaptable concept suitable for brunch, artisan coffee, wine bar, tapas or themed evenings

The Property

A well-presented, modern premises finished to a high standard with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. The interior offers a bright and welcoming dining environment with contemporary décor, stylish seating and excellent use of space.

Accommodation includes:

Attractive customer seating area (20+ covers)

Fully fitted service counter

Equipped commercial kitchen/preparation area

Refrigeration and display units

Storage facilities

WC facilities

The business is sold with a full complement of equipment, including:

Equipment (not limited to):

Commercial espresso machine & coffee grinder

Refrigerated display counter

Upright fridges & freezers

Commercial oven

Extraction system

Stainless steel prep tables

epos till system

Glassware, crockery & utensils

Under-counter refrigeration

Back bar equipment

All fixtures and fittings are presented in excellent order, allowing a smooth handover with minimal additional investment required

Turnover

We are advised that the business currently achieves average weekly takings of £2,000 - £2,500, working to the usual high gross profit margins associated with the café trade.

There is clear potential to increase revenue, particularly by:

Extending evening trading

Expanding alcohol-led sales

Introducing themed nights or events

Enhancing delivery or takeaway services

Trading Hours

Monday, Wednesday - Friday 08:00 - 15:30

Thursday & Friday 08:00 - 15:30

Saturday & Sunday 08:00 - 15:00

Tuesday Closed

Staff

The business is run by husband (chef) and wife (front of house) plus additional temp staff as required

Tenure

We are advised there are approximately 12 years remaining on a Secure Lease

Current rent: £9,500 per an

Zero Business Rates Payable

Low overheads overall

Each party to bear their own legal costs; landlord’s reasonable legal costs to be split 50/50

Lease Terms

Secure 16-year lease

Current rent: £9,500 per annum exclusive

Zero Business Rates Payable

Each party to bear their own legal costs; landlord’s reasonable legal costs to be split 50/50

Summary

A rare opportunity to acquire a long-established, fully fitted and licensed A3 café in one of Essex’s most desirable coastal towns.

17+ years established

Prime Leigh Road location

££2,000 - £2,500 average weekly takings

Low rent (£9,500 p.a.)

Zero business rates

Full equipment included

Huge scope for growth

This is an ideal purchase for an experienced operator, couple or first-time buyer looking for a turnkey hospitality business in a vibrant trading location.

Early viewing is strongly advised

Disclaimer

Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission

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