Great-visibility Restaurant In Shepherd’s Bush With High-footfall For Sale

Description

Established Restaurant Opportunity in Shepherd’s Bush

An opportunity to acquire a long-established restaurant trading from a prominent position in Shepherd’s Bush, one of West London’s busiest dining and retail areas. The site benefits from strong footfall, high visibility, and a long trading history in the local market, reported at approximately 33 years. This provides a solid base for continued operation or repositioning under new ownership.

Premises and Fit-Out

The restaurant extends to approximately 887 sq. ft and is arranged to accommodate around 54 covers. The premises include a fully equipped commercial kitchen with gas supply and extraction installed, supporting a broad range of cuisines and operating styles. A premises licence is in place, allowing flexible trading, subject to licence conditions.

• Approximate internal area: 887 sq. ft
• Seating capacity: approximately 54 covers
• Fully equipped commercial kitchen
• Gas and extraction installed
• Premises licence in place
• High footfall location with strong visibility

Current Opening Hours

• Tuesday to Friday: 5:00pm to 10:00pm
• Saturday: 12:00pm to 10:00pm
• Sunday: 12:00pm to 5:00pm

The current schedule is limited to selected days and service periods, which may present scope to increase turnover by extending hours or adding additional trading sessions, subject to staffing and operational capacity.

Lease Structure

The business is offered with the grant of a new lease for a term of approximately 15 to 18 years, held inside the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, providing security of tenure.

• Lease: new lease to be granted for 15 to 18 years (inside the Act)
• Rent: ?45,000 per annum exclusive
• Rent reviews: every 3 years
• Premium: ?95,000 (business, lease interest, and fixtures and fittings) plus stock at valuation

Landlord Requirements

Subject to references and landlord approval, requirements may include:

• Rent deposit equivalent to 3 to 6 months’ rent
• Personal guarantor
• Proof of funds
• Accountant’s references
• Trade references

Business Rates

• Rateable value: 29,750
• Estimated annual business rates payable: approximately ?14,845

Interested parties should confirm the rates position and any relief eligibility with the relevant local authority.

Trading Background

The restaurant is currently owner-managed. The reported trading history of approximately 33 years indicates a well-established presence in the area and ongoing local demand.

Location

The premises are located in Shepherd’s Bush, W12, approximately 0.2 miles from Shepherd’s Bush Market. The wider area benefits from strong transport connections and a busy mix of retail, residential, and leisure activity, which supports both daytime and evening trade.

Viewings and Confidentiality

All interested parties must agree to a Non-Disclosure Agreement due to confidentiality requested by the client and must provide proof of funds sufficient to meet the premium and landlord requirements. Viewings are strictly by appointment through Restaurant Property Sellers only. By using the website, you agree to the Terms and Conditions.

Disclaimer

The information provided has been supplied by the seller and is issued without responsibility on the part of the agent and therefore is not to be relied upon as a statement of fact. Any intending purchaser must satisfy themselves as to the correctness of each statement. The agent and its employees have no authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property.