Well Established Seafront Bar & Restaurant Prime location in Worthing, West Sussex

Ideally located in the heart of Worthing, this beautifully presented bar and kitchen offers a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving hospitality business in a premier seafront position. Occupying a prominent spot on Marine Parade, the restaurant enjoys excellent visibility, strong year-round footfall, and a highly desirable outlook across the English Channel. A standout feature of the business is its attractive outdoor seating area, allowing customers to dine and drink while enjoying uninterrupted sea views — a major draw during the warmer months and a key contributor to the venue’s popularity. Internally, the bar and restaurant feature relaxed interiors that embrace a stylish beach-inspired atmosphere, creating a welcoming and vibrant environment for customers. The venue prides itself on offering a quality drinks selection including Free House beers and ales, well-chosen wines, and a range of cocktails. The food offering centres around a popular menu of homemade burgers, complemented by excellent vegetarian and vegan options, appealing to a broad customer base.

Regular live music events help create a lively atmosphere, alongside popular promotions such as the weekly Friday Burger Night deal and occasional late-night DJ sessions. The business has built a strong and loyal following locally and benefits from excellent online reviews, currently holding a rating of 4.4 stars on Google Reviews and 4.3 stars on Tripadvisor.

THE PREMISES:  This impressive bar and restaurant, presented in excellent condition throughout, occupies a prime position on Marine Parade along the iconic seafront in Worthing, just a short walk from both Worthing Pier and the Worthing Pavilion Theatre. The property benefits from prominent roadside visibility and steady pedestrian traffic, ensuring strong trade throughout the year from both locals and visitors to the area. The premises feature relaxed interiors that embrace a stylish beach-inspired atmosphere, creating a welcoming and vibrant environment for customers. The restaurant and bar provide seating for approximately 30 covers internally, arranged with a combination of comfortable booth seating together with traditional tables and chairs. To the front of the property is a large terrace area offering an additional 50 covers, ideal for alfresco dining during the warmer months. The overall maximum capacity of the premises is approximately 150 customers. Upon entering the premises, the well-appointed bar is positioned on the right-hand side and is equipped with under-counter refrigeration, beer pumps with 12 lines in total, and a glass washer. Adjacent to the bar is the open-plan kitchen, which is fully equipped and fitted with commercial extraction. Towards the rear of the premises there is a dedicated food preparation and washing-up area, which also provides convenient access to the bins located in the rear service alleyway. The ladies toilet facilities are located on the ground floor towards the rear of the property with the Gents toilets on the first floor. The premises also benefit from a large basement which houses an air-conditioned cellar together with a substantial dry storage area. In addition, the property is fitted with a CCTV system.

ACCOMMODATION: The large accommodation is accessed via the rear of the bar and consists of two double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and family bathroom.

PREMISES LICENCE: Licence number – 100001651. Allows for the sale of alcohol between the hours of 9am and 11pm on Monday – Sunday. Alcohol is allowed to be consumed on the premises.

TURNOVER:  We are informed that the business currently averages £5,800 per week, which is based on trading Wednesday-Thursday 12pm-9pm, 12-11pm on Friday and Saturday and 12pm-7pm on Sunday. From Late March through to late October the restaurant operates 7 days a week. The vendors oversea the management of the business which is fully managed and consists of 1 full time manager, 1 part chef and 4/5 part time staff.  

TENURE:  The entire premises are held on a full repairing and insuring lease at a current rental of £30,000 per annum. The lease ends in July 2031.

RATES:  We have been verbally informed that the current rates payable are £5,500 per annum and the premises has a rateable value of £14,500.  Prospective occupiers should make their own enquiries to verify the same. 

GENERAL REMARKS:  An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established business in a prime central location on the seafront in Worthing. The premises benefit from high levels of footfall throughout the year, attracting both locals and visitors to the area. The business offers both indoor and outdoor seating with approximately 80 covers and has a total capacity for up to 150 customers, making it well suited to busy trading periods and seasonal demand. It has built up a strong reputation in the area, enjoying established goodwill and a loyal customer base. A further benefit of the property is the spacious owner’s accommodation located above the premises, comprising two double bedrooms, a lounge, kitchen, and bathroom, providing convenient on-site living for an owner-operator.

PRICE:  We are instructed to quote for the lease, goodwill, premises licence, equipment, trade fixtures and fittings £110,000 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

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