Cafe

An attractively presented and newly fitted café/coffee shop operating under a fresh 7-year lease from 2024, situated on a high-traffic road in a busy residential and mixed-use area. The premises is immaculately fitted with quality fixtures, fittings, and equipment, all included in the sale price. This is a fully operational business with established weekly turnover, benefiting from an accessible location and growing customer base. RX593318

Location

Situated on a heavily trafficked main road in a high-density residential zone and surrounded by complementary businesses including a petrol station, convenience store, betting shop, and several offices. High visibility and strong footfall with potential for further growth.

Premises

Premises Total internal area approximately 676 sq. ft., comprising: Sales Area (26’6” x 16’4”) Spacious main service and seating area with high ceilings, modern lighting, and contemporary décor. Currently configured for ~20 covers including breakfast bar seating. Includes L-shaped serve-over counter with display units, coffee machine, grinder, till, under-counter fridges, and prep sinks. Kitchen (13’1” x 7’0”) Directly accessible from the main area, well-equipped with essential cooking and preparation appliances (griddle, toaster, induction hobs, panini press, oven, fridge/freezers, etc.) and commercial extraction hood. WC (5’9” x 4’7”) Modern and accessible, includes baby changing facilities. Store / Prep Area Additional preparation and storage area with double sink, dishwasher, and extra fridge/freezer storage. Access to rear service door.

Externally

Small forecourt with external seating (approx. 8 covers) Rear access to designated parking space (subject to lease)

Trading Hours

Monday - Closed 9 am to 3.30 pm, Tuesday - Saturday 9 am to 3.30 pm, Sunday 10 am to 2 pm.

Tenure

A 7 year lease from 2024 at a rental of £9,000 per annum

Turnover

We are advised turnover averages approx £3,000 per week, working to the usual high gross profit margins.

Staff

Working owner (split p/t with other business) plus 3 part time staff as required

Business Rates

The premises is subject to a rateable value of £7,400 resulting on zero business rates payable, should small business rate relief apply to the purchaser. Applicants are to make their own enquiries via Southend City Council.

Legal Costs

Each party to be responsible for their own legal costs. Incoming tenant to cover landlord’s legal expenses in lease assignment.

Administration Fee

Following the agreement of terms, the prospective tenant or buyer is required to pay an administration fee of £200 + VAT to Gilbert & Rose Commercial Limited. This covers the full cost of referencing, identity checks, and suitability assessments.

Disclaimer

Whilst every care is taken to ensure that these particulars are correct, accuracy is no way guaranteed and none of the information supplied forms part of any contract. Acceptance of these particulars constitutes a contract to the effect that all negotiations for the business or property will be made through Gilbert & Rose otherwise the purchaser will be equally responsible with the vendor for damages equal to the amount of our commission.