Italian Restaurants For Sale in South East

South East England offers a strong mix of prosperous towns, coastal communities, and high‑growth commercial centres. Areas such as Maidstone, Guildford, Crawley, Brighton, and Chichester attract steady footfall from residents, commuters, and visitors. Buyers benefit from a region known for affluence, connectivity, and opportunities across retail, services, and hospitality.

This makes South East an attractive location for buyers seeking italian restaurants for sale, supported by strong year‑round trade.

8 Italian Restaurants For Sale in South East


Fantastic Licensed Meze Restaurant plus Cocktail Bar in Hythe

New / Updated
Asking Price: £380,000

Situated in a parade, excellent trading position, charming coastal town, blends historic character with modern amenities, sought after KENT TOWN, not far from Folkestone. WE UNDERSTAND the business enjoys a good turnover, full details will be discussed upon inspection.

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Well Fitted Italian Restaurant in Westerham

New / Updated
Asking Price: £130,000 Turnover: £4,500

Situated in a parade, excellent prime High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, WESTERHAM, KENT. The sales currently averages £4,500 p.w. with a gross profit of 65% approx. (10% online sales)

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Italian Restaurant in Crawley

Asking Price: £895,000 Turnover: £8,000

Sought after locality near CRAWLEY, WEST SUSSEX AREA. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £8,000 p.w. including takeaway, in our opinion there is terrific potential to introduce deliveries if desired & indeed for additional opening hours.

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Traditional Italian Restaurant in Littlehampton

Asking Price: £45,000 Turnover: £3,400

Situated in a Parade, excellent main road trading position, residential and commercial area, LITTLEHAMPTON, West Sussex. The sales currently averages £3,250 p.w. - £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 70% approx.

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Italian Restaurant in Crawley

Asking Price: £149,500 Turnover: £8,000

Sought after locality near CRAWLEY, WEST SUSSEX AREA. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover averages £8,000 p.w. including takeaway, in our opinion there is terrific potential to introduce deliveries if desired & indeed for additional opening hours.

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Most Attractive Italian Restaurant in Steyning

Asking Price: £195,000 Turnover: £7,500

Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, STEYNING, West Sussex. Approximately 3 miles from ASHURST & 5 miles from SHOREHAM BY SEA. The sales currently averages £7,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (NO ONLINE PORTALS)

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Why Buy an Italian Restaurant?

Italian restaurants remain one of the UK’s most consistently popular dining businesses, offering broad customer appeal, strong repeat trade, and flexible menu options. Whether you’re looking for a traditional trattoria, a modern pizza‑and‑pasta venue, or a licensed dine‑in restaurant with delivery potential, our listings cover a wide range of opportunities across the country.

Across the UK, diners increasingly value authentic, comforting, and great‑value Italian cuisine, making this sector one of the most resilient within hospitality. Many restaurants benefit from reliable evening and weekend trade, while streamlined kitchen setups, established supplier networks, and strong brand familiarity help owners maintain predictable operating patterns.

At Nationwide Businesses, we’ve been selling UK Italian restaurants 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.

Browse our latest Italian restaurants for sale below, or explore our free buyer’s guide to learn what to expect when taking on a restaurant of your own.

Explore Italian Restaurants for sale across South East, including traditional trattorias, modern pizza‑and‑pasta venues, licensed dine‑in restaurants, and mixed takeaway‑plus‑restaurant units. Listings often feature proven turnover, strong local demand, and opportunities to refine menus, enhance ambience, or expand delivery channels, giving buyers confidence in both immediate performance and long‑term growth potential.


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FAQ

1. What does an Italian Restaurant typically offer?
Italian restaurants usually serve classic dishes such as pizza, pasta, risotto, meat and fish mains, antipasti, salads, desserts, and a curated wine list, often with espresso-based coffees and Italian aperitifs, as outlined in the business overview.

2. How profitable are Italian Restaurants?
Typical weekly turnover can range from £5,000 to £30,000+ depending on location, size, and trading hours, with gross profit margins often around 65–75% on drinks and 55–70% on food, subject to menu pricing, labour control, and ingredient costs, as indicated in the financial benchmarks.

3. Who are the main customers for Italian Restaurants?
Core customers include couples, families, groups of friends, office workers, tourists, and local residents seeking casual dining, celebrations, and regular mid‑week meals, with strong repeat trade from loyal locals.

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