Restaurant for sale

Restaurants CV37, Warwickshire

Restaurant in Stratford-upon-Avon for Sale.

Situated on bustling Street in the heart of Stratford upon Avon, this thriving, licensed restaurant occupies a highly visible position, benefiting from substantial pedestrian flow as visitors move to and from the town’s principal cultural landmarks. Its location places it on one of the key walking routes used by those exploring this historic market town, long celebrated as the birthplace of William Shakespeare and home to the internationally renowned Royal Shakespeare Company.

Stratford upon Avon remains one of the most visited destinations in the UK, renowned for its Shakespearean heritage and well preserved medieval character. Visitors are drawn to Shakespeare’s Birthplace located within the compact town centre and easily reached on foot from surrounding streets, as well as numerous historic buildings, gardens, and museums. The wider town continues to benefit from significant planned regeneration, including the recently adopted Stratford upon Avon Gateway masterplan, which sets out a long term framework for redevelopment to the northwest of the town centre, anchored by proposals for a major new World Shakespeare Centre and accompanying cultural, residential and commercial investment. Further cultural investment is also taking shape through the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust’s wider ambitions for new museum and visitor experiences, reinforcing Stratford’s global appeal.

The restaurant itself is unusually large for Stratford and is currently arranged to accommodate around 100 covers with ease, though the space can be reconfigured to seat up to 120 guests, making it an attractive proposition for both independent restaurateurs and larger multi site operators seeking a substantial venue in Stratford Upon Avon’s town centre. The premises dining areas are air conditioned throughout, providing a comfortable environment for guests year round. Operating as a fully established Mediterranean dining venue, the business enjoys strong weekly takings averaging £15,000, supported by a loyal clientele and steady tourist traffic. The business is run by its owners, who rely heavily on an experienced team of eight full time and seven part time staff members, particularly as they prepare for retirement.

The business benefits from a lively and strategic trading location, benefiting from convenient access to nearby parking and consistent year round footfall due to its proximity to major attractions, retail areas, and cultural destinations. The Royal Shakespeare Theatre is also located within the walkable central area, contributing to the steady flow of visitors moving through the town.

Premises held on lease with sensible rent, particularly when you factor in the size and location of the premises.

Attractive, town centre, property probably from the 17th century with 19th century re-fronting, offering ground floor dining areas with impressive bar and superbly equipped, open plan, commercial kitchen with an array of quality catering equipment and extraction system. Dumb waiter leads to first floor. Pot wash with commercial dishwasher. Disabled WC and access to cellar.

First floor, second bar to serve the first floor diners and with three tables, currently laid out to server nine diners but could easily seat more. Four further distinct dining areas which allows for more intimate dining or several private parties to be catered for at the same time. Ladies and gents WCs. There are additional, ancillary spaces including preparation room, private office, dry store, staff changing area with staff WC and service staircase.

With its generous size, prominent position, and Stratford’s ongoing programme of cultural investment and regeneration, this business presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a spacious, well established restaurant in one of the UK’s most historically significant and culturally vibrant towns. Early viewing A must. EPC Band C