Catering Businesses For Sale in Southampton

Southampton is a major port city with strong footfall, excellent transport links and a diverse customer base. Activity spans Above Bar Street, Westquay and Southampton Central. With broad demand and year‑round activity, Southampton provides strong opportunities for varied operators.

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

11 Catering Businesses For Sale in Southampton


Well presented Indian Restaurant in Southampton

Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £7,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, SOUTHAMPTON, Hampshire. The sales currently averages £7,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (5% ONLINE SALES)

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Fish & Chip & Kebab Takeaway in Southampton

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Asking Price: £69,500 Turnover: £5,000

Situated in a parade of 5 shop, residential area, SOUTHAMPTON, HAMPSHIRE. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover is currently £5,000 p.w. including takeaway & delivery, in our opinion offering further potential to increase in the right hands.

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Greek Restaurant and Takeaway in Hampshire

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Asking Price: £75,000 Turnover: £5,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, Hampshire. The sales currently averages £5,000 p.w. - £6,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 60% approx.

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Fast Food Takeaway in Hampshire

Asking Price: £49,995 Turnover: £4,650

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential & student area, Hants. The sales currently averages £4,500 - £4,800 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (75% VIA PORTALS)

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Licensed Restaurant in Hampshire

Asking Price: £50,000

Terrace property, main road trading position, residential area, Hampshire. Closed since November 2025 due to ill heath. We are advised, when trading, the sales were £2,500 p.w.

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Chicken Shop in Hampshire

Asking Price: £70,000 Turnover: £3,000

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, HAMPSHIRE. The sales currently averages £3,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£1,000 via Portals)

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Well Fitted Chinese Takeaway in Hampshire

Asking Price: £59,500 Turnover: £2,500

Situated in a small parade, unopposed trading position, residential area, Hampshire. The sales currently averages £2,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (50% VIA PORTALS)

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Chinese and Korean Takeaway in Hampshire

Asking Price: £85,000 Turnover: £8,500

Situated in a parade, busy road, residential and commercial area, HAMPSHIRE. The sales currently averages £8,500 p.w. (including dark kitchen) with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (85% ONLINE SALES)

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Old Established Chinese Takeaway in Hampshire

Asking Price: £44,500 Turnover: £6,250

Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, Hampshire. The sales currently averages £6,000 - £6,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£5,000 online sales)

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Areas We Cover in Southampton

We list Catering Businesses for sale throughout Southampton, including St. Mary's, Newtown, Nicholstown, Ocean Village, Chapel, Eastern Docks, Bevois Valley, Shirley, Freemantle, Banister Park, Millbrook, Bassett, Redbridge, Rownhams, Nursling, Chilworth, Highfield, Portswood, St Denys, Swaythling, Bitterne, Bitterne Park, Harefield, Townhill Park, Chartwell Green, Sholing, Thornhill, Woolston, Weston, Botley, Hedge End, West End, Warsash, Hamble-le-Rice, Locks Heath Netley Abbey, Bishops Waltham, Corhampton, Droxford, Durley, Exton, Meonstoke, Shedfield, Soberton, Swanmore, Upham, Warnford, Wickham, Totton, Lyndhurst, Cadnam, Marchwood, Hythe, Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot, Hardley, North Baddesley.

As a Nationwide agency, we support buyers and sellers in every region, with dedicated coverage across Southampton and the wider Hampshire 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 Southampton, 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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