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Bar, Southend-on-sea, SS1

£70,000

£28.57 per sq ft

Business rates & charges may apply

Gilbert and Rose Commercial, Essex Commercial
SIZE AVAILABLE

2,450 sq ft

228 sq m

SECTOR

Bar / nightclub for sale

Description

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to acquire a thriving bar/restaurant business situated in a fantastic trading position just off Southend High Street. This well-established venue enjoys excellent visibility and is ideally located to take advantage of the bustling local trade and vibrant nightlife.

Key Features:

Premises: Approx. 2,450 sq ft of well-presented space, offering a versatile layout that can be tailored to suit a variety of dining and drinking concepts.
Location: Highly sought-after location just off Southend High Street, ensuring consistent customer flow and visibility from key areas.
Fully Equipped: The premises are fully equipped with a commercial kitchen, stylish bar area, and ample seating arrangements for patrons.
Trading History: A strong and loyal customer base, with potential for further growth and expansion.
Alcohol Licence: The premises is licensed for the sale of alcohol 11 am until 12 am, 7 days a week.
Turnkey Opportunity: Ready for immediate operation with all fixtures, fittings, and goodwill included in the sale.

Why Buy This Business?

Prime location in a thriving area with high foot traffic.
A well-established business with an excellent reputation.
Ideal for a new owner to continue or enhance the current offering, or to create a new concept.
Suitable for a range of uses – whether you are looking to expand an existing hospitality business or start something fresh.

Additional Features:

This venue is also incredibly popular for private hire events, offering a versatile space perfect for a wide range of occasions, including corporate events, birthdays, celebrations, and more. The current owners have built a strong reputation for providing excellent service and creating memorable events, with the potential for further expansion of this lucrative revenue stream. With its flexible layout and stylish ambiance, the venue is well-suited for hosting both intimate gatherings and larger parties, making it an attractive choice for local residents and businesses alike.

In addition to its private hire success, the business benefits from a fantastic reputation in the local community, supported by an outstanding 4.8-star Google review rating. This exceptional feedback is a testament to the high level of customer satisfaction and the quality of service provided. Such positive reviews make it easier to continue attracting loyal customers and new business.

Genuine reason for sale due to other business interests in another sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a great business in one of Southend's most desirable locations. Don't miss out – contact us today for more details and to arrange a viewing. RX546480

Location

The premises is situated in a fantastic trading location just off the main High Street in Southend-on-Sea. It can either be accessed via a walkway off the high street, alternatively the terrace decked area have gates that open into a large car park which services the high street giving a purchaser enviable levels of visibility and footfall.

Tenure

We are advised there are approximately 19 years remaining on the lease, at a current rental of £27,000 per annum exclusive, with rent reviews every 5 years.

Premises

An end of terrace premises with fascia board, awning over and single glazed entrance door leading into the premises which measures approximately 2,450 sq ft. and is arranged as follows:

Main Bar Area

Currently arranged to provide ? internal covers, however, could accommodate more if required, hanging-style feature lighting, air conditioned throughout, 5 x wall-mounted TVs, laminate flooring, shuffle board, centrally-located U-shaped bar with beer taps behind which is arranged to provide display shelving, 2 x triple under-counter display fridges, 1 x double under-counter display fridge, 1 x Heineken fridge, glass washer, stainless steel sink, till system, 2 group coffee machine and coffee grinder. To the right-hand side by the entrance door are separate Ladies, Gents & Disabled WCs with baby-changing facilities. Further up on the right-hand side are stairs to a slightly elevated seating area.

Cellar

A door at the rear of the bar leads into a cellar housing the beer kegs racking and dishwasher.

Commercial Kitchen

A door to the right of the elevated seating area leads into a commercial kitchen which is currently arranged to provide stainless-steel sink, commercial dishwasher, various stainless-steel prep tables, stainless-steel prep table with under-counter refrigeration x 2, large upright stainless-steel fridge, large upright stainless-steel freezer, wash-hand basin, pizza oven, large commercial extractor system, twin-basket fryer, single-basket fryer, griddle, 4-burner induction hob, toaster, microwave and Houno oven.

Store Room

An opening at the rear of the kitchen area leads into a store room currently equipped with 2 x chest freezers, 2 x small fridges, microwave and racking.

External Area

Back in the bar area, the other side of the premises from the kitchen are glazed bi-folding doors leading outside to decked external seating area with awning over, this area can accommodate a comfortable 50 covers. At the rear of this area are 2 double gates that when opened, open into a large CAR PARK which provides an owner enviable levels of visibility and passing trade.

Trading Hours

We are advised the premises is licensed for the sale of alcohol from 11 am until 12 am, 7 days a week. The business is currently trading Wednesday 12–5 pm, Thursday 12–5 pm, Friday 12 pm–12 am, Saturday 11 am–12 am, Sunday 12–6 pm, closed Monday & Tuesday. These hours can differ depending on private hire bookings.

Business Rates

The premises is subject to a rateable value of £30,000.

Legal Costs

Each party are to be responsible for their own legal costs, with the landlord's legal costs to be split 50/50.

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.

Bar, Southend-on-sea, SS1

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Southend Central Station0.7 miles
  • Southend Victoria Station0.6 miles
  • Southend East Station1.5 miles

About Gilbert and Rose Commercial, Essex Commercial

1333-1335 London Road, Leigh-On-Sea, SS9 2AD

Gilbert & Rose Business Transfer and Commercial Property Sales and Lettings

Gilbert & Rose is a respected and well-established name in the real estate industry, renowned for our expertise in Residential Sales and Lettings. Building on our success in this area, we have expanded our services to encompass business transfer and commercial property sales and lettings. As part of this strategic expansion, we have recently partnered with Bradleys Countrywide Limited, a highly regarded company with over sixty years of experience in commercial business transfer within Essex, Hertfordshire, and Suffolk.

By combining our strengths and leveraging the extensive knowledge and database of our merger partner, we possess unparalleled access to comparable evidence. This enables us to provide accurate valuations and deliver successful business sales for our clients. Our marketing approach is comprehensive and innovative, utilizing a range of powerful tools such as video marketing, professional photography (including drone shots), and virtual tours. We conduct extensive marketing and advertising campaigns, leveraging the reach of the largest business and residential property websites, alongside our own constantly updated platform. We understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality in certain cases, and we offer tailored advertising solutions to meet the specific requirements of our clients.

At Gilbert & Rose, transparency is at the heart of everything we do. Our fees are competitive and transparent, with no hidden charges, and payment is only required upon the successful completion of a transaction. We take pride in providing expert advice and guidance to our clients, whether they are ready to sell or simply seeking information. Our dedicated team is committed to exploring the best options available to suit your individual needs, ensuring that you can make well-informed decisions throughout the process.

Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or lease a property, we invite you to contact us for any further information you may require. At Gilbert & Rose, our commitment to delivering exceptional service is unwavering. We are here to assist you every step of the way on your real estate journey. Get in touch with us today and let us help you achieve your goals with confidence and success.

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