Watkins Commercial is delighted to bring to the market this fully fitted, exceptionally
presented restaurant, occupying a prime and highly visible trading position in Central
Shoreham-by-Sea, directly adjacent to the mainline railway station. Trading successfully for
the past three years, the restaurant currently specialises in classic French dishes, curated
small plates, and a remarkably popular Sunday lunch offering. During this time, the business
has built significant goodwill, a loyal local following, and an outstanding reputation, backed
by exceptional ratings across both Google and TripAdvisor. The premises are strategically
positioned to capture substantial commuter footfall, regular local trade, and destination
visitors travelling along the coastal corridor, with parking readily accessible via nearby street
parking and public car parks. Presented in turnkey condition throughout with no immediate
capital expenditure required, the venue accommodates 72 covers in total, configured
between an inviting 60-cover internal dining room and an attractive outdoor area ideal for al
fresco dining. This walk-in opportunity offers an incoming operator a proven and versatile
platform, ideally suited to continuing the existing culinary format or introducing a brand-new
dining concept.
- Asking Price:
- £55,000
- Turnover:
- £416,000
- Net Profit:
- Undisclosed
Property Information
- Property:
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Leasehold
- Lease Terms:
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10-year Full Repairing and Insuring (FRI) lease,
which has approximately 7 years unexpired. The current passing rental is £38,800 per
annum, with the next rent review falling due in Year 5 of the term.
- Location:
-
The premises are strategically positioned to capture substantial commuter footfall, regular local trade, and destination visitors travelling along the coastal corridor, with parking readily accessible via nearby street
parking and public car parks.
- Premises Details:
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The premises come to the market in turnkey condition throughout, fully
equipped with air conditioning and occupying a prime trading pitch directly adjacent to
Shoreham’s mainline railway station. Excellent accessibility is assured with convenient
on-street parking and multiple public car parks situated nearby. The main entrance opens into
an inviting trading area anchored by a custom-built bar utilised for drinks preparation and
casual counter seating, serving an attractive main dining floor
arranged for 60 covers. Set towards the rear of the unit is an open-plan commercial kitchen
fitted with professional extraction and a dedicated pizza oven. There is a separate washing
up area. A separate side entrance provides independent access for takeaway collections and
delivery drivers, effectively preventing delivery traffic through the primary dining space.
Customer accommodation is completed by separate ladies' and gentlemen's WCs, alongside
a dedicated accessible toilet. The extensive basement level delivers comprehensive
back-of-house infrastructure, featuring both a walk-in cold room and a walk-in freezer that
have each been fully serviced. The lower ground floor also houses a dedicated
beer cellar, substantial dry storage facilities, and an administrative office fitted with
CCTV monitoring equipment.
- Planning Consent:
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Licence number – 147078. Allows for the
sale of alcohol between the hours of
9am and 11pm Sunday – Thursday and 9am – 11:30pm on Friday and Saturday.
Business Operation
- Management type:
- This business is owner operated.
- Trading hours:
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seven days a week from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
- Employees:
- vendor as Head Chef, supported by one full-time chef and a kitchen porter.
- Years established:
- 3
