A bar and restaurant in the West End of the Scottish capital has been brought to market.

Cornerstone Business Agents said its clients had “spent liberally” on a recent renovation of the Melville Place property.

The Bar 13 premises are licensed seven days from 9am to 1am and there is “huge potential for expansion”. 

The Herald: The premises have an interesting layout with potential for expansionThe premises have an interesting layout with potential for expansion (Image: Cornerstone Business Agents)

The business ceased trading last month.

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“Upon entry patrons are led into an open plan bar area comfortably catering for over 80,” Cornerstone said.

“There are many nooks and crannies within the property that give it a very unusual and interesting layout.

The Herald: These premises are located on Melville Place in the heart of Edinburgh’s West EndThese premises are located on Melville Place in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End (Image: Cornerstone Business Agents)

“The bar is to the centre of the premises with access to the galley kitchen behind. Our clients have spent liberally to create an inviting and well-presented modern bar/ restaurant that would suit a number of different style and cuisines."

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The agent added: “Our clients have also invested heavily into ‘unseen’ alterations in property including wiring, electrics, property compliance, flooring and overall condition of the property.

“Prospective buyers will be inheriting a compliant and well looked after business. The property also benefits from substantial outside storage and cellarage. The beer cellar also houses the very latest Heineken Smart Dispense system.”

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Cornerstone also said: “The availability of this bar and restaurant premises on Melville Place provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated purchaser to acquire a high profile bar and restaurant located in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End.”

The property is available on a leasehold basis, with a £35,000 premium. This will be the assignation of the current 10-year lease signed in 2021. The current rent is £36,000. The lease is free of trade tie.