McChristies Bar & Restaurant, 22-26 Kilmarnock Road, Crosshouse, KA2 0HA

A great opportunity to acquire McChristies Bar & Restaurant in Crosshouse, a popular establishment offering food, drinks and accommodation.

The property has undergone a huge refurbishment over the years presenting a turnkey business for the ingoing purchaser.

There is a large sheltered beer garden to the rear and private parking for around six cars.

McChristies Restaurant is prominently located in the village of Crosshouse, East Ayrshire, approximately two miles south of Kilmarnock Town Centre. The property lies around one mile from the A77, providing direct access to Ayr (c.15 miles) and Glasgow (c.25 miles). Glasgow Airport is approximately 30 miles away.

The restaurant benefits from a strong local catchment, close proximity to residential areas and major employers, including University Hospital Crosshouse which is within walking distance.

Public transport is readily available, with regular bus services through Crosshouse linking directly to Kilmarnock, Ayr and surrounding towns. Kilmarnock Railway Station which offers frequent services to Glasgow and the wider rail network, is located approximately two miles from the property.

Entry is to the front of the property. The bar can accommodate for around 60 via a mixture of wooden tables and leather seating. There is a pool table and darts lane in the snug, to the rear, with a bar to the right as you enter. The bar area is modern with wooden flooring, wood panelled walls and an exposed stone featured wall to the rear, with customer toilets.

The bar leads to the restaurant via a fully equipped commercial kitchen. The restaurant accommodates for around a further 60 via moveable tables and chairs as well as seating booths. The restaurant has been refurbished over the last four years.

A door to the rear leads to a fully enclosed beer garden.

There are seven rooms located across the first floor and an office, which could be converted back. All rooms are en suite and some have cooking facilities.

All fixtures and fittings are included with the sale (excluding any personal items). A full inventory will be provided after a deal has been agreed.

The property comprises a substantial, traditional two‑storey standalone building of rendered masonry construction beneath a pitched tiled roof. The exterior is finished in a clean white render with contrasting grey-painted surrounds, presenting an attractive and well‑maintained appearance that is immediately recognisable as an established hospitality venue.

The property benefits from dual access points, including a main public entrance and a secondary entrance leading to the rear car park which can accommodate for six cars, clearly signed from the gable elevation.

The building occupies a corner position, further enhancing prominence and accessibility.

Our clients acquired the property in 2007 however are now selling due to retirement. Since acquiring the property, they have thoroughly refurbished the site to a fantastic standard which in turn has created a well performing business now well placed to be taken to the next level.

McChristies offers dishes such as macaroni, burgers and steak although could easily adapt to suit other menus or cuisines. The letting rooms are not pushed and are very rarely advertised online. A new owner could generate further income by selling via the many OTA's online.

The business currently trades Tuesday to Sunday to suit our clients other business interests, these could easily be extended which again would generate further income. McChristies has a strong following on Facebook of over 6.5k and boast excellent reviews across TripAdvisor and Google.

All staff will transfer under TUPE after the sale has completed. A full staff schedule will be provided when appropriate.

Accounts / Management accounts can be provided after a formal viewing.

Monday
Closed

Tuesday to Sunday
12.00pm - 10.00pm

The Rateable Value from 1 April 2026 will be £31,400. Confirmation of actual rates payable can be obtained from the local Authority.

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