500 Restaurant, 782 Holloway Road, London, N19 3JH

500 Restaurant is a celebrated Italian dining destination in Archway, known for its warm hospitality and commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients. The team prepares homemade bread, gnocchi, and ravioli daily, crafting a menu that evolves with the seasons to ensure vibrant flavours and consistently high‑quality dishes. Praised as a neighbourhood gem, the restaurant offers an intimate yet elegant atmosphere with a focus on simple, honest Italian cooking that showcases knowledge, skill, and a deep love for food. With attentive service, thoughtfully prepared plates, and a loyal customer base, 500 Restaurant stands out as a reliable favourite for both casual meals and special occasions.

500 Restaurant is conveniently located at 782 Holloway Road, London N19 3JH, in the lively Archway area, offering easy access for both locals and visitors. It sits just a short walk from Archway Underground Station on the Northern Line, as well as Upper Holloway Overground Station, placing it within quick reach of major transport links. Several bus routes run along Holloway Road, providing additional convenient travel options, and guests arriving by car can park on nearby streets, with free parking available in front of the restaurant after 7pm. These well‑connected routes ensure a smooth and simple journey, allowing guests to arrive relaxed and ready to enjoy the warm atmosphere and acclaimed Italian cuisine.

- Bar servery
- Commercial kitchen
- 34 restaurant covers
- WC's
- Storage on ground and first floor

Trade fixtures and fittings in the property are included in the sale, with the exception of some minor personal items.

A new leaseholder at 500 Restaurant has the opportunity to take on a well‑established, highly regarded Italian dining venue in the vibrant heart of Archway, benefitting from strong footfall and excellent transport links, with both Archway Underground and Upper Holloway Overground stations just a short walk away. The site’s reputation for quality, its intimate atmosphere, and its position along busy Holloway Road create a strong foundation for continued restaurant success, while also offering the flexibility for a new operator to reposition the space to suit their own vision. With its accessible layout and welcoming neighbourhood setting, there is also a compelling opportunity to convert the premises into a café, capitalising on daytime trade and local demand for casual, community‑focused spaces.

Trading information provided shows that as of June 2025, the business generated an annual turnover of just over £185k net of VAT. Full Trading Profit and Loss Accounts will be made available to seriously interested parties on request after a formal viewing of the business has been undertaken.

The opening hours of the premises are as follows:

- Wednesday to Satursday 6pm - 10pm
- Sunday 12pm - 9pm

Licensable activities authorised by the licence include: Recorded Music, late night refreshment and sale by retail of alcohol.

This is an opportunity to acquire a new 10 year, fully repairing and insuring lease, contracted in to the landlord and tenant act 1954 at a passing rent of £24,000 pa, subject to five-yearly rent reviews. The landlord may require a 3-6 month deposit and/or personal guarantees.

The VOA lists the property with a rateable value of £21,500 from April 2026. The local authority is Islington.