Catering Businesses For Sale in Croydon

Croydon is one of Surrey/South London’s busiest commercial centres, with strong retail hubs, diverse neighbourhoods, and excellent transport links. Independent shops, cafés, and service‑based businesses thrive across areas such as East Croydon, South Croydon, and Addiscombe. With major regeneration and a large population, Croydon offers outstanding opportunities for business buyers.

This makes Croydon an attractive location for buyers seeking catering businesses for sale, supported by steady local and visitor footfall.

68 Catering Businesses For Sale in Croydon


Kebab and Chicken Shop in Croydon

Asking Price: £100,000 Turnover: £3,000

End of terrace property, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOUTH CROYDON, SURREY. The sales currently averages £3,000p.w.

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Pet Grooming and Shop plus Café in Croydon

Asking Price: £52,000 Turnover: £2,150

Occupying a corner position, end of parade, excellent main road trading position, residential & commercial area, CROYDON, SURREY. The sales currently averages £2,000 - £2,300 p.w. with a gross profit of 60% approx.

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Fully Equipped Cafe in Croydon

Asking Price: £85,000 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, busy road, expanding area with approximately 30 flats being built nearby & a large office building in the course of being converted into approximately 200 flats, CROYDON, SURREY. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £4,500 p.w. in our opinion offering further potential to increase in the right hands. Included in the turnover is the takeaway & delivery. We are further advised that the gross profit is in the region of 55/60%

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Pizza Restaurant in Croydon

Asking Price: £105,000 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, residential area, CROYDON, SURREY. Near ADDISCOMBE and approximately 2 miles from THORNTON HEATH & WADDON. The sales currently averages £4,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (50% delivery)

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Fish & Chip Shop and Takeaway in Croydon

Asking Price: £140,000

Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, sought after residential area, not far from a school, CROYDON, SURREY. WE UNDERSTAND the business enjoys a good turnover, full details will be discussed upon inspection. It will be appreciated upon inspection that there is terrific potential to increase the sales by introducing deliveries.

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Café in Croydon

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Asking Price: £95,000 Turnover: £3,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, near Tram Station, residential, office and commercial area, CROYDON, SURREY. The sales currently averages £3,000 - £4,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (mainly shop sales)

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Renowned Licensed Indian Restaurant in Surrey

Asking Price: £130,000 Turnover: £6,000

Occupying a corner position, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, Surrey. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. - no delivery or platforms.

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Ice Cream Parlour and Cafe in Surrey

Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a parade, main road trading position, SURREY. Weekly turnover is in the region of £4,000 – £6,000, with strong gross profit margins of approximately 65%. The current model is intentionally simple and focused on daytime trade, offering a clear platform for a new owner to build upon. Growth & Opportunity There is clear scope to increase turnover and profitability through: • Extending opening hours into evenings (supper clubs and events have been successful) • Expanding the food and dessert offering • Increasing takeaway and delivery sales • Targeted local marketing and community engagement • Introducing higher-margin products and seasonal offers A more hands-on owner-operator could significantly enhance performance with relatively low additional investment.

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Bubble Tea and Pizza Takeaway in Surrey

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Asking Price: £64,000 Turnover: £3,500

Situated in a parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, close to station, adjacent to shopping centre, SURREY. The sales currently averages £3,000/£4,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 65% approx. PLEASE NOTE THE PURCHASE OF THIS BUSINESS IS SUBJECT TO ENTERING INTO A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT. FULL DETAILS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.

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Licensed Korean Restaurant in Surrey

Asking Price: £177,000 Turnover: £5,500

Shopping centre locality, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Surrey. The sales currently averages £5,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (20% via PORTALS)

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Areas We Cover in Croydon

We list Catering Businesses for sale throughout Croydon, including Addiscombe, Selhurst, Broad Green, Spring Park, Shirley, Addington, New Addington, Coombe, Forestdale, Waddon, Beddington.

As a Nationwide agency, we support buyers and sellers in every region, with dedicated coverage across Croydon and the wider Surrey market.

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Why Buy a Catering Business?

Catering businesses remain one of the UK’s most versatile and consistently in‑demand service sectors, offering strong trade from private clients, corporate customers, event organisers, and hospitality partners. Whether you’re looking for an event‑catering company, a mobile catering unit, a commercial kitchen operation, or a specialist cuisine‑focused caterer, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, customers rely on catering businesses for weddings, parties, corporate functions, festivals, and community events - creating steady demand with clear peaks during weekends, seasonal celebrations, and the summer events calendar. Many catering businesses benefit from repeat bookings, strong margins on food packages, and additional revenue from equipment hire, delivery services, and bespoke menu design.

Operationally, catering businesses offer buyers a flexible and scalable model, with opportunities to grow through expanded menus, improved marketing, partnerships with venues, investment in mobile units, and diversification into corporate contracts or subscription‑based meal services. With predictable event cycles and the ability to tailor offerings to local demand, catering businesses often deliver strong year‑round performance with significant growth potential.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK catering businesses since 1959, and our long‑standing experience means we understand exactly what buyers look for and what sellers need to achieve the best price. All valuations are free, and we operate on a No Sale, No Fee basis with no advertising charges.

Explore Catering Businesses for sale across Croydon, including cafés, takeaways, restaurants, kiosks, and mixed food‑service operations. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to expand menus, add delivery services, or modernise facilities, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does a Catering Business typically offer?
Catering businesses usually provide event catering, corporate catering, private dining, buffets, mobile units, street‑food services, and contract‑based food provision.

2. How profitable are Catering Businesses?
Typical annual turnover ranges from £40,000 to £300,000+, depending on contracts, event volume, cuisine type, staffing, and equipment. Margins are strongest on corporate and repeat‑booking clients.

3. Who are the main customers for Catering Businesses?
Customers include corporate clients, wedding parties, private events, schools, charities, festivals, and households seeking high‑quality food for special occasions.

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