Driftwood Cafe, Driftwood, Fore Street, St Marychurch, Torquay, Torbay

A fantastic cafe with a spacious two-bedroom apartment above, ideally located in the heart of the St Marychurch precinct. This well-established and successful business sits in the ever-popular seaside town of St Marychurch, Torquay, Devon. The cafe benefits from a bright 35–40 cover dining area with attractive double-fronted windows, along with a well-equipped servery and kitchen. Above the premises is a generous apartment, which is currently tenanted and provides an additional income stream. The business currently trades from 9:30am to 3:00pm Tuesday to Friday and 9:30am to 2:00pm on Saturdays, offering excellent scope to expand trading hours and increase turnover.

LOCATION
Driftwood Cafe enjoys a prime position within the popular St Marychurch Precinct. Occupying a prominent trading spot, the premises benefits from strong visibility and has built an excellent reputation, attracting a loyal base of repeat customers. St Marychurch is part of a vibrant parade of independent shops and businesses fronting the busy Fore Street at the heart of the precinct. The area boasts a strong sense of community while also serving as a popular tourist destination. The location is well connected, with easy access to the main arterial routes throughout Devon. Torquay town centre is approximately five minutes away, and the historic cathedral city of Exeter, with its international airport, is also within easy reach.

BUSINESS
A rare opportunity to purchase a highly regarded cafe, perfectly situated in the heart of the town and enjoying many years of successful trading, complete with a 5-star food hygiene rating. Above the cafe, the apartment is currently tenanted, providing additional income. There is further potential to convert the generous loft space into an extra bedroom, enhancing the property’s investment viability. Full trading accounts will be made available to serious parties following a formal viewing.

ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES
The front of the property benefits from floor to ceiling windows.
Entrance through a glass door.

MAIN TRADING AREA
7.31m x 5.20m

A bright and modern open-plan dining area, thoughtfully arranged with 8 tables and seating for approximately 28 covers. The space is flooded with natural light from the large front and side windows, enhanced by pendant lighting creating a warm ambience. At the rear of the room, a well-equipped bar and counter area featuring a coffee machine, till, two under-counter fridges, two sinks, and a double-glass-front display fridge. Ample shelving provides convenient storage for tableware, while wood-effect flooring runs throughout.

TRADING AREA 2
3.60m x 3.31m

Continuing from the main dining area, a few steps lead up to an additional, more intimate dining space, featuring a large table with seating for six. This area also includes a display ice cream fridge and provides convenient access to separate men’s and ladies’ restrooms located at the rear.

PREP AREA
3.59m x 2.41m

Featuring a commercial dishwasher, separate sink and handwash basin, fridge, stainless steel prep tables and shelving and a storage cupboard.

KITCHEN
3.84m x 2.28m

The kitchen is fully equipped for commercial operation, featuring a double commercial oven with six gas burners, a fryer, commercial microwave, grill, and a powerful extractor system. Stainless steel prep tables and shelving provide ample workspace and storage. A convenient side door offers direct access to the rear of the property.

DRY STORE
3.51m x 2.80m
A spacious room equipped with two sinks, a fridge, a separate freezer, and abundant storage on tiered shelving. The area also includes dedicated prep stations, providing plenty of functional workspace for food preparation and storage.

LETTING ACCOMODATION
A spacious, fully renovated two-bedroom apartment situated directly above the property. The apartment features a stylish, modern kitchen, comfortable lounge, and contemporary bathroom. Access to the apartment is conveniently provided via the rear of the building.

OUTSIDE
To the rear of the property there is a designated area for commercial waste bins and recycling. At the front, the café benefits from a pleasant alfresco dining area on the precinct, complete with tables and chairs for customers to enjoy. (A license fee is paid to Torbay council, pavement license)

SERVICES
Mains, electricity, water and drainage are all connected. No testing of these services has been undertaken by the agents Ware Commercial.

BUSINESS RATES
Please make enquiries on the local valuation website (VOA) at (currently the business enjoys 100% rates relief)

TENURE
Leasehold

VIEWINGS.
All viewings and enquiries are to be made through the agents Ware Commercial.
TEL. Email.