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£55,000
(£130.52/sq. ft)
Restaurant for saleCafe, Leigh-On-Sea SS9
421 sq. ft
Leasehold
About this property
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 annum,
with advised Zero Business Rates Payable
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
Legal Costs
Each party to pay 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
Administration Fee
Following the agreement of terms, the prospective tenant or buyer is required to pay an administration fee of £200 + VAT to Gilbert & Rose Commercial Limited. This covers the full cost of referencing, identity checks, and suitability assessments
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
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 annum,
with advised Zero Business Rates Payable
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
Legal Costs
Each party to pay 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
Administration Fee
Following the agreement of terms, the prospective tenant or buyer is required to pay an administration fee of £200 + VAT to Gilbert & Rose Commercial Limited. This covers the full cost of referencing, identity checks, and suitability assessments
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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