Exciting Bar & Kitchen Opportunity in Prime Coastal Worthing Location

Located in the heart of Worthing, West Sussex, this beautifully presented bar and kitchen offers a rare opportunity to own a thriving business with a premier location. The restaurant enjoys high visibility and heavy foot traffic year-round, thanks to its prime spot on the main coastal road and stunning views of the English Channel. This established venue offers an extensive brunch menu, small plates, larger meals, and a crowd-pleasing bottomless brunch, available every day of the week. Having built a stellar reputation with locals and visitors alike, the restaurant boasts strong online ratings (4.1 stars on Google Reviews and 4.4 stars on Facebook), attracting both loyal repeat customers and new patrons. With 4 years of successful operation, the business has become a popular spot for dining and socializing in Worthing. The restaurant is now available for new ownership, as the current vendors shift their focus to other ventures. Whether you’re an experienced restaurateur or looking for an exciting investment, this is a unique chance to step into a well-established, popular business in a high-demand area.

THE PREMISES: This stunning bar and restaurant, in excellent condition, is located along Marine Parade, a central spot on Worthing’s iconic seafront, just minutes from Worthing Pier and the Pavilion Theatre. With a high level of visibility from the main road and constant foot traffic, this prime location ensures a steady flow of visitors year-round. The interior of the restaurant accommodates up to 60 covers, offering a warm, stylish atmosphere with a mix of bench seating, cozy booths, and classic tables and chairs. Outside, an additional 60 covers can be served, allowing guests to enjoy the fresh sea air and picturesque views of the English Channel. The bar is located on the left-hand side as walk in with a mixture of bench, booth seating and tables and chairs available for customers. The bar has several undercounter fridges, glass washer and pumps for draft beer. As well as a separate coffee making area with a two-group coffee machine and grinder. Towards the rear of the premises is a fully fitted commercial kitchen, which includes extraction, a cooking area, food preparation and separate washing up area. The premise is fitted with phase 3 electrics. On the ground floor there is an accessible toilet, with additional 3 unisex toilets available. Adjacent to the kitchen is an air-conditioned cellar and a separate office space.
PREMISES LICENCE: Allows for the sale of alcohol between the hours of 10am and 11pm on Monday – Saturday and 12pm –10:30pm on Sunday. Alcohol is allowed to be consumed on and off the premises.

TURNOVER: We are informed that the business currently averages during the summer months £20,000 per week, which is based on trading 7 days a week 10am-11pm. The vendors oversea the management of the business which is fully managed and consists of 6 front of house staff and 2 full time kitchen staff members. The restaurant also regularly hosts private events and on average they have 3-4 private events per month.

TENURE: The entire premises are held on a full repairing and insuring sub lease at a current rental of £37,500 per annum. The next rent review is 19th July 2029. There is currently 15 years remaining on the lease.
RATES: We have been verbally informed that the current rates payable are £2,588.65 per annum and the premises has a rateable value of £20,750. Prospective occupiers should make their own enquiries to verify the same.

GENERAL REMARKS: This business was personally inspected, very highly recommended. Central Worthing location on the seafront. High footfall throughout the year. Indoor and outdoor seating, with a total of 120 covers. The business has an established goodwill, excellent reputation and loyal customer base.

PRICE: We are instructed to quote for the lease, goodwill, premises licence, equipment, trade fixtures and fittings £175,000 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 D, 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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