Highly Rated Cafe Restaurant Prime Central Worthing Location

This beautifully presented restaurant occupies a prime position between Worthing’s bustling shopping precinct and is just a stone’s throw from the seafront, attracting both loyal local customers and a steady stream of visitors year-round. Boasting an impressive 4.7★ Google rating, the business has built an excellent reputation for quality and service. The restaurant is also ideally situated next to the redevelopment of the former Debenhams site, which will deliver 80 new flats — providing a significant boost to local footfall and potential customer base. Presented in excellent condition throughout, the premises have been well maintained and thoughtfully arranged. The current concept specialises in Schnitzel and Mediterranean dishes, which have proven extremely popular, but the space would easily lend itself to a variety of cuisines or concepts. At present, the owners carry out a modest delivery trade via Uber Eats, offering a clear opportunity for a new operator to expand the delivery and takeaway side of the business and further increase revenue.

THE PREMISES: This beautifully presented restaurant offers an exciting opportunity to acquire a thriving and fully equipped dining venue in the heart of Worthing. Ideally positioned between Worthing’s main shopping precinct and the seafront, the restaurant enjoys excellent visibility and footfall and is just a short walk from several popular hotels and guest houses. Convenient on-street parking and nearby public car parks make it easily accessible for both locals and visitors. The premises feature 48 covers inside and an additional 10 covers to the front, creating a welcoming and flexible dining environment. At the centre of the restaurant is an impressive open-plan cooking area fitted with full commercial extraction, a double grill, combi oven, and multiple commercial-grade undercounter fridges—ideal for efficient, high-quality service. To the rear, there is a fully fitted bar and salad bar, and we are advised that all fixtures and fittings are owned outright by the vendors and will be included in the sale, allowing a smooth transition for a new owner. Upstairs, the first floor comprises customer toilets, a staff/stock room, and a large preparation area equipped with additional fridges and freezers. An extraction hood is also installed in this area (not currently connected), offering potential for further kitchen expansion if desired. With its excellent condition, superb location, and fully equipped setup, this is a turnkey opportunity perfectly suited for an experienced operator or ambitious new owner looking to establish a standout dining destination in one of Worthing’s most sought-after areas.

PREMISES LICENCE: Licence number – 146103. Allows for the sale of alcohol for consumption on and off the premises between the hours of 11am and 11pm Monday-Sunday. The sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises will be with food deliveries only. 

TURNOVER:  We are informed that the business currently averages £6,000 per week, which is based on trading 10am-9pm Wednesday-Monday and 10am-5:30pm on Sunday. The vendor works in the business, with the assistance of one full time and two part time staff members and one kitchen porter.

TENURE:  The entire premises are held on a 10 year full repairing and insuring lease at a current rental of £20,000 plus VAT per annum.  There is currently 1 and half years left on the lease.  The lease is renewable.

RATES:  We have been verbally informed that the current rates payable are £5,224.50 and the premises has a rateable value of £17,500.  Prospective occupiers should make their own enquiries to verify the same. 

GENERAL REMARKS: This business comes highly recommended following personal inspection. It is ideally situated in a prime central Worthing location, benefiting from high year-round footfall thanks to its close proximity to both the main retail shopping area and Worthing’s seafront. The business enjoys an excellent reputation and strong repeat trade, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. Over the past three years, the venue has built up a loyal customer base and significant goodwill, making it a highly attractive opportunity for a new owner.

PRICE:  We are instructed to quote for the lease, goodwill, premises licence, equipment, trade fixtures and fittings Price reduction £69,950 SAV

VIEWING:  On no account should any approach be made to the Manager or the staff without a prior appointment through the vendor’s agents, Watkins    Commercial, Tel 01273 709090.  

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

EPC: The premises has been rated a Band C, the full report is available on request. 

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 and rents 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 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.  These particulars are believed to be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form any part of any contract 

Ref:  6908C

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