Thriving Restaurant & Bar with Beer Garden in Prime Kemptown Location

This extremely well-presented restaurant and bar occupies a prominent position on a busy street in

Brighton. The area is surrounded by multi-occupancy properties and well-known retailers including

Morrisons, Boots, and Starbucks. The location also benefits from proximity to several large office blocks and

government buildings. At present, the fully fitted kitchen is sublet to a popular chicken shop, providing an

additional revenue stream alongside the bar’s highly regarded cocktails, music events, and the venue’s

incredible beer garden. The restaurant and bar regularly host private events, further enhancing its income

potential. The business has earned excellent reviews, with a 4.3* rating across Facebook and Google,

reflecting its strong reputation and loyal customer base. The venue is now coming to the market solely due

to the vendor’s wish to focus on other business opportunities, making this a rare chance to acquire a thriving,

turnkey operation in one of Brighton’s most sought-after locations.

THE PREMISES: This thriving restaurant and bar occupies a prime position, benefitting from consistent, year-

round footfall from tourists, nearby office workers, and local residents. On entering, guests are welcomed

by a stylish long bar on the right, lined with comfortable bar stools and adorned with striking artwork that

immediately sets the tone. The main dining area provides seating for 20 covers, creating an intimate yet

vibrant dining experience. Adjacent to the bar is a fully fitted kitchen with extraction, ready for immediate

trade. Next to the kitchen, a dedicated DJ booth enhances the atmosphere, making the venue equally suited

to daytime dining and evening entertainment. In the warmer months, stairs lead out to a large, beautifully

decorated rear garden – a true sun trap – offering alfresco dining for an additional 75-80 covers. This outdoor

space is a standout feature, adding significant capacity and appeal. During the winter months the garden is

covered with a bespoke stretch tent, which ensures the space can be used all year around regardless of the

weather, as there are also a number of garden heaters. From the bar area, stairs lead down to the basement,

which features two separate rooms, each equipped with its own DJ booth, making it perfect for private

events and functions. Customer toilets are also located here, along with a dedicated washing-up area at the

rear, allowing dirty plates to be brought directly from the garden and restaurant, freeing up valuable space

in the kitchen and streamlining operations. The premises has also been fully rewired, including the garden

area, with Phase 3 electrics installed. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-presented and versatile

venue in one of Brighton’s busiest locations, ideal for an operator looking to capitalise on its strong trading

position and multiple income streams.

TURNOVER: We are informed that the business currently averages £5000 - £6,000 per week. However,

during peak times this increases to £10,000-£12,000 per week. The business is currently run under

management and consists of one full time manager, 1 full time and 1 part time bar staff and 1 kitchen porter.

The kitchen is currently sublet which generates an additional £1,000 per week. Hours of Opening:

Wednesday- Thursday 4pm-10pm and 12-11pm on Friday and Sunday.PREMISES LICENCE: Alcohol to be consumed on the premises between the hours of 11am-11pm every day.

It is a condition of the premises Licence that all customers are seated whilst consuming food and drink at

the premise' and substantial food shall always be available.

TENURE: The premises will be held on a new 12-year full repairing and insuring lease at a commencing

rental of £25,000 per annum. Upward only rent reviews to take place every 4 years.

RATES: We have been verbally informed that the rateable value is £11,500 per annum and the current rates

payable are zero due to the benefit of the small business rate relief scheme. Prospective occupiers should

make their own enquiries to verify same.

BUSINESS SUMMARY: This thriving bar/restaurant enjoys a prime position with consistently busy footfall.

The business is further enhanced by a large outdoor seating area, making it a popular choice with both locals

and visitors throughout the year. With an excellent reputation already established, the premises are highly

versatile and would readily suit a wide range of food and drink concepts. We strongly recommend early

viewings to avoid disappointment.

PRICE: We are instructed to quote for the lease, premises license, equipment, trade fixtures and fittings

£95,000 SAV (PLEASE NOTE: 1 floor standing fryer and the chicken hot hold is not included)

LEGAL FEES: Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs.

VIEWING: On no account should any approach be made to the staff without a prior appointment through

the vendor’s sole agents, Watkins Commercial, Telephone: 01273 709090.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE: Our client is in the process of obtaining an EPC.

DISCLAIMER: Neither the Vendor nor the Agent gives or implies any warranty that the premises are fit for

any particular use or that they comply with any relevant regulation or statutory requirement.

The agents have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or services so cannot verify that they are in

working order. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor before proceeding

with the purchase.

VAT: All prices are quoted exclusive of VAT. Any intending purchasers or lessees must satisfy themselves

independently as to the incidence of VAT in respect of any transaction.

MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL PLANNING: We shall be pleased to assist any purchaser in arranging finance to

acquire this business or any other business you may be considering subject to status.

Prop. Ref: 6899C

These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form any

part of any contractAPPLICANTS CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT

I understand and agree that any information regarding any business supplied to by Watkins Commercial will be kept strictly

confidential. I also undertake that I will:

i) ii) iii) View businesses registered with Watkins Commercial by appointment only.

Not contact any owner, staff, suppliers, competitors or customers of any business registered with Watkins Commercial

Not pass on any information supplied by Watkins Commercial to any third party other than a professional advisor et.

Bank, solicitor, surveyor accountant, etc.

iv) v) Submit any offers direct to Watkins Commercial with whom I will conduct all negotiations

Be liable for any commission which would have been due to Watkins Commercial sh