Slug & Lettuce Chelmsford presents an exciting opportunity to operate a premium, two-storey town centre venue in one of Essex's most vibrant retail and leisure destinations. The venue benefits from a prominent canal-side position, stylish contemporary décor and a versatile layout that supports a wide range of trading occasions, from daytime dining and casual drinks through to evening celebrations, cocktails and late-night occasions.
The external trading space is a key feature of the business, offering an attractive canal-side setting with approximately 28 covers. The first-floor balcony terrace provides a further premium outdoor experience, with around 40 covers across 10 tables. Benefiting from an excellent sun-catching position, the terrace offers customers a fantastic setting to enjoy the atmosphere of Chelmsford town centre and provides a real point of difference within the local market.
Internally, the venue is arranged over two floors, providing flexibility to create distinct customer experiences. The ground floor offers approximately 100 covers with a combination of booth seating and loose tables and chairs, creating an inviting environment suitable for both food-led and wet-led occasions.
The first floor provides a dedicated cocktail and bottle bar experience with approximately 40 covers and presents a fantastic opportunity for an operator to maximise additional revenue streams through private hire, celebrations, corporate events and exclusive bookings. The space offers the potential to become a destination area within the venue, hosting birthdays, engagement parties, work socials and premium customer experiences.
The venue is well presented throughout, with feature chandelier lighting, stylish décor, decorative wallpaper and an attractive staircase creating a premium and welcoming atmosphere.
Private Accommodation
No private accommodation.