£199,999

Restaurant for sale

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Business

£199,999

Restaurant for sale

Sawbridgeworth, England, United Kingdom CM21

Local area information

Property location

Nearby amenities

  • Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School 0.1 miles
  • Mandeville Primary School 0.3 miles
  • Sawbridgeworth 0.5 miles
  • Harlow Mill 1.7 miles

These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.

Read our area guide for Sawbridgeworth to find out more about the local area.

Features and description

Business
Please quote reference B08719

Cogogo presents a fantastic opportunity to take over a much-loved and stylish Italian restaurant, known locally for its authentic cuisine, buzzing atmosphere, and glowing reviews.

This vibrant and well-established eatery has been delighting customers for over 6 years and is now available due to the owners' decision to semi-retire and ease family commitments.

Situated in a prime spot with great visibility, this restaurant benefits from a steady stream of footfall and is easily accessible by public transport. It’s the perfect destination for everything from cosy date nights to celebratory gatherings.

This Italian restaurant has been a local favourite for six successful years, serving up delicious homemade pasta and pizza and rich desserts in a warm, contemporary setting. The owners have built a strong reputation with a loyal customer base and glowing online reviews. With consistent weekly bookings and strong turnover, it’s a turnkey business with serious appeal.

There is genuine scope to grow—options include extending hours, launching delivery services, or expanding the private hire offering. Social media and digital marketing opportunities could also be tapped to further increase footfall.

The leasehold premises are modern, stylish, and welcoming. Featuring a well-appointed dining area, professional kitchen, and attractive frontage, it’s fully equipped to continue trading immediately.

Growth Opportunities:

  • Increase Digital Marketing Activity - Strengthening social media presence and investing in local seo or paid ads could significantly raise awareness and drive more bookings
  • Host Events & Private Hire - Offering the space for birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events would create an additional income stream.
  • Extend Opening Hours - Reopening Monday and expanding lunch hours midweek could increase revenue by caputiring the workday and early dining crowd.
  • Offer Cooking Classes or Experiences - Hosting Italian cooking workshops could be profitable and a unique way to market the restaurant.

  • Get in touch with Cogogo today to arrange a viewing!

    Location
    Villa Italia - Sawbridgeworth is located at 48-52 Bell St, Sawbridgeworth CM21 9AN.

    Premises
    The leasehold property boasts a contemporary and inviting design. It includes a fully fitted dining space, a high-quality commercial kitchen, and an eye-catching exterior, making it ready for immediate operation.

    Tenure
    This opportunity is being sold on a Leasehold basis with a break clause in one year, giving future flexibility.

    The current rent is £33,000 per annum.

    Hours
    The current operating hours are:

    Monday - Closed

    Tuesday to Thursday - 5:00 pm to 10:30 pm

    Friday & Saturday - 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm

    Sunday - 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm

    Staff
    This business is run and managed by our client.

    Financial Profile
    This business generated a turnover of £400,000. Full financials can be made available upon request.

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