Profitable Sandwich Cafe Business, Kofi Kade, 636 Cathcart Road

Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 8AA

Popular Sri Lankan-inspired café and sandwich bar in the heart of Govanhill.

Summary

Annual Rent: £7,800
Well established both locally and nationally
Streamlined operations - easy to learn and operate for a first time buyer
Profitable and only trading Thursday-Sunday
Huge scope for growth by extending opening hours

Location

Govanhill itself is a culturally diverse and vibrant neighbourhood in Glasgow’s Southside, known for its eclectic food scene and community energy — a strong local base for independent food businesses. The area has a high population density making it ideal for high quality sandwich bar offerings.

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Mainline Stations

Crosshill

2 mins
Queens Park (Glasgow)

8 mins
Mount Florida

11 mins
Pollokshields East

12 mins

Underground Station

Chesham

6213 mins
Amersham

6252 mins
Chalfont and Latimer

6276 mins
Chorleywood

6308 mins

Further Information

Price £29,500

Rates Payable 100% Small Business Rates Relief

Description

The property is a single-frontage high street unit with Class 1 consent. Operates 11-4 Thursday-Friday and 11-5 Saturday-Sunday. Small amount of internal seating however primarily set up as a 'grab & go' takeaway offering. Kitchen space to the rear with small extractor fan and induction hobs for sauce & filling prep.

Viewings

Viewings by appointment only.

The Business

Kofi Kade is a highly rated independent Sri Lankan-inspired sandwich bar and café located in Govanhill, Glasgow. It blends modern and traditional Sri Lankan flavours in an accessible, casual format — primarily as toasted sandwiches, sauces and light dining. The business also has a retail product arm selling its signature sauces online and in store (this income and product will not come with the business sale). A standout offering in Glasgow’s food landscape — sandwiches named after Sri Lankan cities with authentic spice blends and flavours you won’t find in most UK sandwich bars.