Bird & Bear / Abandon Ship, 2 Whitehall Crescent, Dundee, DD1 4AU

Bird & Bear/Abandon Ship is a great opportunity to acquire a unique bar and restaurant situated in the busy town centre of Dundee.

Our clients are looking to exit the business to focus on other interests and we are seeking a new tenant with experience to continue the all ready established trade.

Dundee City Centre, nestled along the picturesque banks of the River Tay, is a lively hub that encapsulates the spirit of Scotland's fourth largest city. This compact and accessible downtown area offers a delightful blend of historic architecture and modern amenities. At its heart lies the Overgate and Wellgate shopping centres bustling with high street stores and boutiques, satisfying even the most discerning shoppers.

As day turns to night, Dundee City Centre transforms into a vibrant nightlife destination with numerous pubs, bars, and clubs welcoming locals and visitors alike. The city's warm and friendly atmosphere, combined with its historical significance and contemporary allure, make Dundee City Centre a must visit destination in Scotland.

Perth is located 27 miles to the south west and Aberdeen 68 miles to the north with St Andrews only a 30 minute drive to the south, via the Tay Bridge.

Bird & Bear
The main bar area is covered with glossy green subway tiles, wooden and metal top tables with a mixture of upholstered loose and fixed seating, hanging bird cages, plenty of copper touches and an abundance of green plants which sit in the windows. The bar area can accommodate c.80 seated and standing. The copper bar top gives a very modern look with a back bar gantry hosting a range of wines and spirits and draught beer pumps.

Upstairs is the main eating area with a balcony overlooking the bar with a mixture of fixed upholstered seating, chairs and wooden tables that can accommodate c.40 seated.

Male & Female toilets are located to the rear of the main bar area.

Abandon Ship
With its own entrance located on Whitehall Crescent, this quirky themed bar is decorated to a high standard with a bespoke Mandala floor by Tom Gilmour and a host of custom built arcade machines. There is a mixture of upholstered bar stools and poseur tables, as well as fixed booth style seating that can accommodate c.60 seated. The main bar has draught beer taps with a gantry of spirits to create funky cocktails.

Male and female toilets are located to the rear of the bar area.

The fully fitted commercial kitchen services the Bird & Bear and Abandon Ship.

All fixtures and fittings are included within the leasehold sale (excluding any personal items).

A very popular location within Dundee Town Centre providing a unique excellent opportunity for an owner operator to take over this established bar and restaurant. No capital expenditure is required, and the business is in turnkey condition.

TUPE – The proposed purchaser will be required to offer continuity of employment in accordance with the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations.

Full Trading Profit & Loss Accounts will be provided to seriously interested parties after a formal viewing.

Bird & Bear
Sunday - Thursday
12.00pm to 12.00am

Friday - Saturday
12.00pm to 1.00am

Abandon Ship
Monday to Sunday
5.00pm to 12.00am

The lease commenced on 1 July 2025 for 10 years. The annual rent is £45,000.

The Rateable Value as of 1 April 2026 is £30,000. Confirmation of actual rates payable can be obtained from the local Authority.

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