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 restaurants for sale, supported by strong year‑round trade.

12 Restaurants For Sale in Essex


Most Attractive Grill and Pizza Restaurant in Essex

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Asking Price: £1,325,000 Turnover: £28,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, MALDON, Essex. The 31st DECEMBER 2025 accounts show show sales of 1,202,071, Gross Profit 888,956 and a Net of £446,916

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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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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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Licenced Indian Restaurant in Essex

Asking Price: £140,000 Turnover: £4,000

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, close to Tube Station and Bus Stops, ESSEX. The sales currently averages £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (25% VIA PORTALS)

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Why Buy a Restaurant?

Restaurants remain one of the UK’s most established and opportunity‑rich hospitality sectors, offering strong demand from local diners, families, professionals, and delivery‑platform customers. Whether you’re looking for a traditional British restaurant, a modern casual‑dining venue, a fully licensed operation, or a specialist cuisine concept, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on trusted restaurants for quality food, consistent service, and enjoyable dining experiences - demand that stays strong throughout the week, especially during evenings and weekends. Many restaurants benefit from high‑margin menu items, strong repeat trade, and additional revenue from delivery, private events, set menus, and drinks sales.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK 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 restaurants for sale below, or explore our free buyer’s guide to learn what to expect when taking on a dine‑in and hospitality‑focused business of your own.

Explore Restaurants for sale across Essex, including licensed eateries, bar‑restaurant venues, cafés, and mixed hospitality sites. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong footfall locations, and opportunities to modernise, expand menus, or diversify services, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does a Restaurant typically offer?
Restaurants usually provide dine‑in meals, takeaway, delivery, drinks, desserts, and a themed or cuisine‑specific menu, ranging from casual dining to premium, full‑service operations.

2. How profitable are Restaurants?
Typical weekly turnover ranges from £5,000 to £30,000+, depending on cuisine, location, seating capacity, alcohol sales, and delivery performance. Margins are strongest on drinks and starters.

3. Who are the main customers for Restaurants?
Customers include families, couples, groups, office workers, tourists, and local residents seeking casual, mid‑range, or premium dining experiences.

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