Fast Food Restaurants For Sale in Essex

Essex offers a strong mix of coastal tourism, commuter towns, and established local communities. Areas such as Chelmsford, Colchester, Southend‑on‑Sea, and Harlow attract steady footfall and varied customer demand. Buyers benefit from a county known for growth, connectivity, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes Essex an attractive location for buyers seeking fast food restaurants for sale, supported by strong year‑round trade.

17 Fast Food Restaurants For Sale in Essex


Coffee Shop and Dessert Parlour in Essex

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Asking Price: £50,000 Turnover: £3,750

Situated in a parade, prime trading position, near by large multiples including McDonald's, Pound Land, Savers, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £3,500 p.w.- £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.

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Fast Food Restaurant in Essex

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Asking Price: £45,000 Turnover: £4,000

Shopping centre locality, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx.

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Punjabi Restaurant in Essex

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Asking Price: £97,500 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Essex. The sales was £7,000 p.w. prior to closing

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Well Fitted Licensed Restaurant in Essex

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Asking Price: £125,000 Turnover: £14,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Essex. The sales currently averages £14,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£1,000 per week via portals)

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Shisha Restaurant and Bar in Ilford

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Asking Price: £350,000 Turnover: £13,850

Situated in a parade, excellent main trading position, residential and commercial area, ILFORD, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £13,850 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx. (25% take away sales)

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Fast Food Restaurant &Takeaway (Chicken and Pizzas) in Essex

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Asking Price: £249,999

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, ESSEX. We are advised by the vendor the business enjoys a lucrative turnover which, we understand, the vendor will discuss on inspection. We are advised there is potential to increase sales with the introduction of online sales (Uber, Just Eat, etc.)

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Modern Chicken Shop in Essex

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

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Essex. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. BUSINESS WITH SEASONAL DEMAND £6K A Week During Summer Time £4K Per Week During Other Seasons Approx. Split Walk-In - 70% I Own Delivery - 15% I Partner Delivery - 15%

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Highly Profitable Café Bistro in Essex

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Asking Price: £69,000 Turnover: £3,200

Situated in a sought-after residential neighbourhood, Close to densely populated areas and local shops, Excellent visibility and regular repeat customers, ESSEX, with strong footfall and a loyal customer base. The sales currently averages £2,750 - £3,500 p.w. (No evening trade) with High profit margins (Gross profit of 65%) approx. (NO DELIVERIES) It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential for additional opening hours

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Pizza Shop in Essex

Asking Price: £135,000 Turnover: £7,900

Shopping precinct, prominent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Essex. The sales currently averages £7,900 p.w. with a Gross profit of 69% to 72% approx.

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Well Established Café in Romford

Asking Price: £105,000 Turnover: £5,500

Prominent pedestrianised trading position, residential, office and commercial area, close to Romford Station, ROMFORD, Essex. The sales currently averages £5,000 - £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (20% ONLINE SALES)

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Why Buy a Fast Food Restaurant?

Fast food restaurants remain one of the UK’s strongest and most consistently in‑demand hospitality sectors, offering reliable trade from local customers, commuters, families, and delivery‑platform users. Whether you’re looking for a branded franchise, an independent quick‑service outlet, or a mixed dine‑in‑plus‑delivery operation, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on fast food restaurants for quick service, affordable meals, and familiar favourites - demand that stays strong throughout the week, especially during lunch, evenings, and weekends. Many fast food businesses benefit from high‑margin menu items, strong delivery sales, and additional revenue from meal deals, late‑night trade, and upselling sides and drinks.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK fast food restaurants 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.

Browse our latest fast food restaurants for sale below, or explore our free buyer’s guide to learn what to expect when taking on a quick‑service and delivery‑focused hospitality business of your own.

Explore Fast Food Restaurants for sale across Essex, including takeaway units, dine‑in‑plus‑delivery outlets, franchise opportunities, and mixed quick‑service premises. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to expand menus, streamline operations, or grow delivery channels, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does a Fast Food Restaurant typically offer?
Fast food restaurants usually serve burgers, fried chicken, wraps, pizzas, sides, desserts, and drinks, with takeaway, delivery, and quick‑service dine‑in forming the core revenue streams.

2. How profitable are Fast Food Restaurants?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £4,000 to £25,000+, with strong margins on drinks, sides, and combo meals. Profitability depends on footfall, delivery performance, and labour efficiency.

3. Who are the main customers for Fast Food Restaurants?
Customers include students, families, office workers, commuters, late‑night diners, and delivery customers seeking quick, affordable meals.

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