Exceptional Investment or Owner-Operator Opportunity

Guide Price: £130,000
Turnover: Approx. £7,000 per week | Leasehold | 14 Years Remaining

A Rare Hospitality Investment in an Affluent Commuter City

An exciting opportunity to acquire a profitable and fully fitted restaurant business in St Albans — one of Hertfordshire’s most desirable and affluent locations, benefiting from strong residential demographics and London commuter footfall.

Generating consistent weekly sales of approximately £7,000 from evening-only trading, this business presents both immediate income and clear upside potential.

The premises are highly versatile and suitable for a wide range of cuisines and hospitality concepts, making this an attractive proposition for restaurateurs, investors, and expanding operators.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Approx. £364,000 annual turnover
• Consistent £7,000 weekly sales
• Established customer base and strong local reputation
• Fully fitted commercial kitchen with professional extraction
• Well-presented dining area – ready to trade immediately
• Leasehold with approx. 14 years remaining
• Annual rent £28,000 (strong rent-to-turnover ratio)
• Business rates approx. £8,000 per annum
• Website and online presence already in place
• Turnkey operation – no major capital expenditure required

Flexible Usage – Suitable for Multiple Concepts

The premises and extraction system allow for immediate conversion or continuation under various cuisines, including:

• Indian Restaurant
• Turkish / Grill / Steakhouse
• Italian / Pizza / Pasta
• Mediterranean Cuisine
• Café / Brunch Concept
• Fusion or Modern Dining
• Takeaway & Delivery Hub
• Dessert Lounge or Speciality Concept

This flexibility significantly widens the buyer pool and enhances long-term resale value.

Major Growth Potential – Immediate Upside

Currently trading evenings only, the business offers clear and measurable expansion opportunities:

• Introduce lunchtime and brunch service
• Target office and commuter trade
• Expand delivery platforms and takeaway
• Increase digital marketing and local promotions
• Rebrand or reposition under new cuisine concept

A hands-on owner-operator or family-run team could materially improve margins and net profitability.

For investors, this represents a stable trading base with scalability and strong asset backing.

Investment Appeal

• Strong turnover relative to asking price
• Secure lease with a long remaining term
• Located in a high-demand, affluent catchment
• Fully equipped premises reducing start-up risk
• Proven trading history
• Clear profit enhancement strategy

Opportunities of this calibre in St Albans rarely come to market at this price level.

Pricing Guidance

Guide Price: £130,000

Priced realistically for today’s market to encourage strong interest and prompt sale.

Ideal For

• Experienced restaurateurs
• Owner-operators seeking strong foundations
• Family-run businesses
• Multi-site operators expanding into Hertfordshire
• Investors seeking an income-producing hospitality asset

Viewing & Further Information

Strictly by appointment only.
A confidentiality agreement is required prior to the release of detailed financial information.

Serious enquiries only.