Italian Restaurant with large garden for sale in Forest hill, South East London

Attractive Licensed Italian Restaurantwith LARGE Beer garden at rear Full On Licence

We’re offering a rare and exciting opportunity to take over a much-loved and successful Italian restaurant in the heart of Forest Hill, South East London. After many rewarding years, it’s time for us to move on to the next chapter — and pass this special place into the right hands.

Highlights:

🍕 Fully Licensed Italian Restaurant – Currently trading successfully with Italian cuisine, but the layout, kitchen, and location make it perfectly suited for a variety of cuisines if desired (Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian fusion, gastropub – the possibilities are endless).

🌿 Exceptional Outdoor Space –

One of the largest and most unique beer gardens in the area:

• Seats up to 90 guests in total
• Rear garden accommodates 60 people comfortably
• Beautiful covered area with woodstrip flooring and seating for 30
• Fully fitted outdoor bar with 2 hand pumps, glassware, and double-door fridge
• A real Mediterranean feel – customers often say it feels like being abroad
• Two private garages used for storage — a rare bonus!

🪑 Front outdoor space with room for 2 tables and 4 chairs – ideal for morning coffee or casual street-side dining

Interior & Facilities:

🍷 Bar Area (Front of House)

• 14 seats (4 tables)
• 2 hand pumps
• 2-door glass-fronted counter fridge
• Espresso machine & grinder
• Welcoming atmosphere with full gas central heating

🍝 Main Dining Room

• Laminated strip flooring
• Seating for 46 (can be increased to 56)
• Stylish and comfortable layout

🔥 Open-Plan Kitchen

• Tiled flooring
• Large, modern pizza oven
• Big gas cooker, dough mixer
• 4 fridges, double sink & drainer
• Fully equipped and well maintained
• Ideal for any menu or cooking style

🍽️ Mezzanine Level –

• Ideal for private functions or additional dining
• Seating for 18 (expandable to 24)
• Laminated flooring and ambient lighting

🚻 Ladies’ & Gents’ Cloakrooms – each with W.C. and hand basin

Business Details:

👨‍🍳 Operated by husband & wife team with 4 dedicated staff members

📅 Opening Hours:

• Closed Mondays
• Tues–Fri: 5pm–10pm
• Sat & Sun: 12 noon–10pm
• Closed for 2 weeks in summer & 2 weeks over Christmas

💰 Turnover:

We are told the business enjoys a stable turnover — full details available upon inspection

Tenure & Lease:

📜 Secure Renewable Lease

• 15 years remain, until 2041
• Current rent: £25,800/year (fixed for the next 3 years)
• Uniform Business Rates: Nil payable after small business relief
• Buyer responsible for solicitor’s costs

Sale Price: £120,000

Includes:

✅ Secure lease

✅ Goodwill

✅ Full fixtures & fittings

✅ Stock at valuation

📌 Substantial loan may be available for approved applicants

MUST BE SEEN TO BE FULLY APPRECIATED

This is more than just a restaurant — it’s a warm, vibrant business full of character, with enormous potential. Whether you want to continue its Italian legacy or bring your own culinary vision to life, this is a rare opportunity to take over a turnkey business with a stunning outdoor space, in a lively and growing part of South East London.

📞 For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact