Catering Businesses For Sale in South London

South London offers a strong mix of busy high streets, diverse neighbourhoods, and fast‑growing commercial centres. Areas such as Brixton, Clapham, and Wimbledon attract steady footfall from residents, commuters, and visitors. Buyers benefit from a region known for regeneration, connectivity, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes South London an attractive location for buyers seeking catering businesses for sale, supported by a mix of residents, commuters, and tourists.

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Rare Opportunity River View Restaurant in Greenwich

Asking Price: £199,950 Turnover: £1

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, on the river, residential, office and commercial area, approximately 5 minuites to the O2, close to stations, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10. We are advised by the vendor the business enjoyed a lucrative turnover which, we understand, the vendor is happy to discuss on inspection.

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Sushi plus Juice Bar in Greenwich

Asking Price: £50,000 Turnover: £3,000

Occupying a corner position, excellent main road trading position, close to the station, residential, office and commercial area, NR GREENWICH, London, SE18. The sales currently averages £3,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£400 via Portals) The business already enjoys a steady flow of customers, with huge potential for growth through: • Extending opening hours and trading every day • Expanding the menu to include desserts, cakes, sandwiches, and more cold breakfast options • Capturing commuter and local traffic thanks to the fantastic location, right next to the train station.

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Thai & Spanish Restaurant in Charlton

Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £1,500

Situated in a parade, busy road, residential area and close within 5 minutes walk of major Football Ground, CHARLTON, LONDON SE7. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £1,500 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for further increase in the right hands. The restaurant is situated close to a major football ground & normally obviouslly benefits from a boost of turnover on match days.

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Old Establisted Coffee Shop in South London

Asking Price: £50,000 Turnover: £3,000

Situated in a parade, busy road, residential area, close to Station and Several bus routes, Vibrant area of SE LONDON. The sales currently averages £3,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NOT PORTALS)

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Licensed Tapas Bar in Battersea

Asking Price: £177,000 Turnover: £8,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, wealthy residential and commercial area, close to stations and hotels, near BATTERSEA POWER STATION, VAUXHALL, SW LONDON. The sales currently averages £8,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.

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Coffee Shop & Restaurant in Greenwich

Asking Price: £69,950 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, GREENWICH, LONDON, SE10. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx. Presently trading daytime only due to staff shortages.

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Established Indian Takeaway in Dulwich

Asking Price: £60,000 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, DULWICH, LONDON, SE24. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 65% approx. (80% DELIVERIES)

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Fast Food Restaurant in Penge

Asking Price: £49,000 Turnover: £3,500

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, PENGE, LONDON, SE20. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w. (NO ONLINE DELIVERIES)

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Why Buy a Catering Business?

Catering businesses remain one of the UK’s most versatile and consistently in‑demand service sectors, offering strong trade from private clients, corporate customers, event organisers, and hospitality partners. Whether you’re looking for an event‑catering company, a mobile catering unit, a commercial kitchen operation, or a specialist cuisine‑focused caterer, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on catering businesses for weddings, parties, corporate functions, festivals, and community events - creating steady demand with clear peaks during weekends, seasonal celebrations, and the summer events calendar. Many catering businesses benefit from repeat bookings, strong margins on food packages, and additional revenue from equipment hire, delivery services, and bespoke menu design.

Operationally, catering businesses offer buyers a flexible and scalable model, with opportunities to grow through expanded menus, improved marketing, partnerships with venues, investment in mobile units, and diversification into corporate contracts or subscription‑based meal services. With predictable event cycles and the ability to tailor offerings to local demand, catering businesses often deliver strong year‑round performance with significant growth potential.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK catering businesses since 1959, and our long‑standing experience means we understand exactly what buyers look for and what sellers need to achieve the best price. All valuations are free, and we operate on a No Sale, No Fee basis with no advertising charges.

Explore Catering Businesses for sale across South London, including cafés, takeaways, restaurants, kiosks, and mixed food‑service operations. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to expand menus, add delivery services, or modernise facilities, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does a Catering Business typically offer?
Catering businesses usually provide event catering, corporate catering, private dining, buffets, mobile units, street‑food services, and contract‑based food provision.

2. How profitable are Catering Businesses?
Typical annual turnover ranges from £40,000 to £300,000+, depending on contracts, event volume, cuisine type, staffing, and equipment. Margins are strongest on corporate and repeat‑booking clients.

3. Who are the main customers for Catering Businesses?
Customers include corporate clients, wedding parties, private events, schools, charities, festivals, and households seeking high‑quality food for special occasions.

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