Thriving Fish and Chip Takeaway for Sale in Busy Clydebank Retail Parade with Loyal Customers

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Long-established fish and chip takeaway business* Fully refurbished in 2024 with investment of approximately £75,000* Prominent trading position within a busy retail parade* Located within a densely populated residential and commercial area* Close to Clyde Shopping Centre, Golden Jubilee Hospital, and two secondary schools* Current turnover of approximately £6,000 per week* Significant potential for further growth* Currently trades evenings onlyLocationThe business occupies a prominent position on Kilbowie Road, close to its junction with Crown Avenue, in the heart of Clydebank town centre.Clydebank is the largest town in West Dunbartonshire, located approximately 7.5 miles west of Glasgow city centre. The area benefits from a large catchment population, with approximately 260,000 people living within a 15-minute drive. The nearby West College Scotland campus further enhances the local customer base.The town continues to experience significant regeneration and residential growth, including the major Queens Quay development, which is expected to deliver approximately 1,000 new homes.The premises are located close to Clyde Shopping Centre, home to major retailers and leisure operators including Omniplex Cinema, Primark, Dunelm, TJ Hughes, New Look, Nando’s, JD Sports, and Asda. Additional nearby amenities include local secondary schools, Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Titan Crane, Scotkart, and Clydebank Leisure Centre.The location benefits from ample free on-street parking, proximity to Singer Railway Station, and regular bus services connecting Glasgow, Dumbarton, and surrounding areas.PropertyThe premises occupy part of the ground floor of a traditional four-storey sandstone tenement-style building beneath a pitched tiled roof.DescriptionAccess is provided directly from Kilbowie Road through a prominent glazed frontage with signage above. The property benefits from electric security shutters and CCTV coverage.The premises underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 2024, with approximately £75,000 invested in creating a modern and efficient takeaway operation.A full-width stainless steel service counter is positioned at the front of the shop and incorporates a three-pan Massey frying range. The customer waiting area includes large menu displays and two self-service drinks refrigerators.Behind the counter is a well-organised food preparation and cooking area equipped with a twin-deck pizza oven, pizza and salad preparation counter, griddle, induction hob, soup kettle, bain-marie, microwave, stainless steel refrigeration, and freezer facilities. A large extraction canopy provides additional cooking capacity.Ancillary AreasThe rear preparation area provides ample storage and potato preparation facilities, including peeler and chipper machines, chip basin, sinks, additional refrigeration and freezer units, storage space, staff WC facilities, and rear access.Business OverviewThe current owners have operated Adriano’s since April 2024. Prior to this, the business traded successfully for approximately 36 years, making it one of the area's most established takeaway operations.The business is being offered for sale due to an alternative business opportunity available to the current owners.Adriano’s has built a loyal customer base and enjoys an excellent reputation for food quality and customer service. The menu includes traditional fish and chip shop favourites, including fish, chicken, pies, puddings, pizzas, burgers, and soft drinks.The business also benefits from a strong delivery operation supported by all major delivery platforms and its own delivery drivers.Current weekly turnover is reported at approximately £6,000. There remains substantial scope for growth through extended opening hours, lunchtime trading, later evening service, and menu expansion into categories such as kebabs, curries, desserts, and ice cream products.SizeApproximately 62 sq m (669 sq ft).Trading Hours4:30pm to 10:00pm, seven days per week.Fixtures and FittingsAll fixtures and fittings are owned outright and included in the sale, free from finance or lease agreements.RatesThe property has a rateable value of £9,300 and qualifies for 100% small business rates relief.TenureThe premises are held on a 15-year Full Repairing and Insuring lease commencing 1st March 2024 and expiring 28th February 2039. The current rent is £18,000 per annum, subject to five-yearly rent reviews.