Highly Profitable Coastal Takeaway with Residential Accommodation
£1,200,000
£455,190
£127,854
Overview
Freehold
2007
- Excellent Reputation
- Friendly & Professional Team
- Well Equipped Business
- Equipment Included
- Accommodation Included
A rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and long-established takeaway business positioned in the heart of a thriving coastal village within the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site. First established in the 1960s and owned by the current proprietors since 2007, the sale is prompted solely by retirement.
Set within a prime main street location, this market-leading operation benefits from very limited local competition and a strong trading profile. A loyal year-round local following is complemented by significant seasonal demand from holidaymakers drawn to this internationally recognised coastal destination, providing resilience and consistency in turnover.
While traditionally recognised as a fish and chip shop, the business has successfully evolved into a broader, fully licensed takeaway with increasing emphasis on pizzas, ice creams and high-margin add-ons including shakes and sundaes. With fish prices currently at sustained highs across the sector, this diversified model has strengthened profitability and reduced reliance on fish alone. In the summer months, pizza sales regularly exceed 100 per shift, outperforming some standalone pizza operators.
Strong and reliable six-figure adjusted net profits are generated through an efficient, owner-operated structure. Considerable investment has been made in recent years across the premises, equipment and operational systems, creating a modern business capable of sustaining high volumes with well-managed staffing levels.
Included within the opportunity is valuable on-site residential accommodation, enhancing both lifestyle appeal and overall proposition. This represents not only a proven and profitable business, but also a genuine lifestyle opportunity in a tightly held coastal location, with clear scope for continued growth under new ownership.
The premises are unique and deceptively spacious, featuring a high-specification takeaway to the front with a private residence to the rear. The business has undergone circa £300,000 of investment and is presented in immaculate condition. Facilities include a customer reception area, ice cream counter, coffee station, main service counter, 5-pan Florigo island frying range, burger station, pizza section with conveyor oven, and a separate storage building with walk-in chiller and freezer. A full equipment inventory is included.
The self-contained residence offers reverse living, with 3 ground-floor bedrooms (one en-suite), a utility/shower room, and a first-floor open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area with balcony and walk-in storage. Externally, there is an enclosed courtyard garden with summer house.
The business operates on efficient, technology-led systems, with approximately 75% of orders placed via self-serve kiosks and online ordering.
Extended Trading and Seasonal Optimisation
There is clear potential to increase revenues by extending winter opening hours or reducing seasonal closures, should a new owner wish to trade more consistently throughout the year.
Service and Revenue Expansion
Introducing delivery services, outside catering, or event-based food offerings could unlock additional income streams and broaden the customer base beyond passing trade.
Marketing and Operational Scaling
Increased marketing activity, enhanced use of social media, and potential recruitment of additional staff could support higher volumes, particularly during peak tourist seasons, while maintaining service quality and efficiency.
Features
Key Information
- Number of Covers: 24
- Hygiene Rating: 5
Reputation
- Google: 4.3
- TripAdvisor: Excellent
Online Presence
- Facebook: Yes
Location
- High Street Location
- High Footfall
- Nearby Car Parking