Retail, Kent

LICENCED CAFE BAR, PLANTS & FLORISTS

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a distinctive and well-established plant retail and hospitality concept located in the heart of Broadstairs — one of Kent’s most sought-after and vibrant seaside destinations, renowned for its strong tourism, independent retail offering, and thriving food and beverage scene.

Foliage Plants represents a unique, design-led business, successfully combining a busy café and licensed bar with a premium houseplant retail operation, creating multiple complementary revenue streams and broad customer appeal.

Trading from spacious and highly attractive premises in a prime, high-footfall town centre position, the business offers a carefully curated range of high-quality indoor plants sourced directly from growers, alongside an extensive selection of pots, planters, soils, and related accessories. In addition, the business provides specialist plant care advice and a repotting service, helping to foster strong customer loyalty and repeat trade.
The premises have been thoughtfully developed to create a true destination venue, appealing equally to lifestyle-focused customers and dedicated plant enthusiasts.

A key strength of the business lies in its fully integrated hospitality offering, which significantly enhances customer dwell time and overall turnover. The café provides a range of premium coffees, cakes, and light bites, complemented by a well-presented licensed bar serving beer, wine, and signature cocktails.

The business operates flexible trading hours across seven days (reducing to six during the winter months), allowing for a seamless transition from a daytime café environment to a relaxed and sociable evening venue, particularly at weekends. Run by the current owner with the support of a knowledgeable and experienced team, the business achieves an impressive annual turnover in the region of £250,000, supported by strong profit margins.

In addition to its core offering, Foliage hosts regular evening events, live music, themed late-night openings, workshops, and community-focused activities, further enhancing its reputation and customer engagement. These experiential elements have helped establish the business as a popular local hub with a loyal and expanding customer base.

The premises are presented in excellent condition throughout and must be viewed to be fully appreciated. Arranged over three floors, the accommodation briefly comprises:
Ground Floor: Retail area, stylish bar and café seating, counter and servery. Food preparation kitchen. To the first floor is an additional seating area, second kitchen/preparation space, and WC facilities. The second floor provides workshop room and useful storage space. Externally there is an enclosed yard / bin store to the rear.