Restaurant for sale

Carolgate, Retford DN22

Leasehold Sandwich Bar Located In Retford Town Centre
Strong Growth Potential
Additional Trading Space
Short Trading Hours
Fully Refurbished
Ref 3240

Asking Price £29,950 plus sav £1,000

Location
Situated on Carolgate in the heart of Retford town centre, this Sandwich Bar occupies a prominent trading position with excellent visibility and strong daily footfall. The area benefits from a busy mix of national and independent retailers, supporting consistent daytime trade.
There is ample free and paid parking available nearby. Retford is well connected, with easy access to Worksop (9 miles), Doncaster (18 miles), Sheffield (30 miles) and Nottingham (33 miles), supported by a strong surrounding village catchment.

Business Description
Veritas Business Sales are pleased to offer this fully refurbished Sandwich Bar which is located in the heart of Retford town centre.
The premises were fully refurbished in 2025, with over £35,000 invested to create a clean, modern and highly functional trading environment. All fixtures, fittings and equipment are owned outright and included, allowing a new owner to step straight in. The business is offered for sale due to regrettable personal circumstances and is competitively priced to attract early interest.
Currently trading Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30 to 14:30, the business generates an average weekly turnover of circa £1,500. The limited hours present a clear opportunity to increase revenue. The business is owner operated with support from two part-time members of staff.
The Panini Grill offers a strong menu of freshly prepared paninis, toasted baguettes, jacket potatoes and light lunch options, alongside barista-style coffees, hot drinks, milkshakes and cold beverages. Meal deals support repeat custom and a solid average spend, with scope to improve margins.
Since opening in 2025, the business has built a loyal customer base and benefits from ongoing marketing, including social media and promotions, all included within the sale price. A key feature is the in-house digital ordering and delivery platform, due to go live shortly, providing additional revenue without reliance on third-party platforms.
Further growth is available through extended trading hours and expanding the food offering. The first floor provides additional space for seating or private hire, offering scope to increase capacity and income. There is also potential to apply for an alcohol licence. This is a genuine turnkey opportunity with clear growth potential and as such early viewing is highly recommended.

Opening Times
Sunday & Monday - closed
Tuesday - Saturday - 10:30 - 14:30

Leasehold
Original Term: 5 Years
Remaining: 4 Years (renewable subject to landlord consent)
Rent: £18,000 per annum
Business Rates: £5,440 per annum

Ground Floor
Main trading area comprising: Bespoke servery counter with undercounter storage, 2 x window-facing high tables with 4 x chairs, a further freestanding high table with 3 x stools, bespoke lighting, wall décor, 4 x wall-mounted menu boards, double glass-fronted drinks fridge, crisp & snack display stand, cake & savoury display unit, epos Now system, coffee machine, glass-fronted undercounter fridge, wall mounted display screen and clock.
Kitchen comprising: Double panini press (adexa), high-speed oven (Merrychef), mini commercial jacket potato oven, commercial microwave (Buffalo), undercounter stainless steel fridge drawers, a three door stainless fridge, blender (Philips), double sink and stainless steel worktops. Chopping boards, knives and utensils etc.
Rear storeroom with tall Indesit freezer, additional wire racking, fire exit to rear yard and stairs leading to the first floor.

First Floor
Double windowed room (approximately 391 sq ft) suitable for additional seating or private hire.
Unisex W/C with toilet and wash basin.

External
Frontage with pavement area. Rear bin yard.
The property also benefits from an air conditioning unit with heat pump functionality

EPC Rating D