A former Chinese restaurant in Ayr town centre could become a vibrant new eaterie for the right price.
The old Lychees China fusion restaurant on Miller Road is on the market for sale or lease.
The sizeable licensed premises – which measures some 4,481 sq. ft – occupies the ground floor of a two-storey period property with a terrace area to the front and substantial extensions to the rear.
The accommodation comprises of; a restaurant area, kitchen, staff office, various storerooms and W.C. facilities.
And located on a prominent spot at the edge of Ayr town centre – close to established businesses including LA Bowl, Hotel Kylestrome Bar & Grill and The Growler Bar & Restaurant – it is hoped to be snapped up quickly.
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Shepherd Chartered Surveyors, who are marketing the premises, are inviting potential buyers and occupiers with sale offers over £225,000 or rental offers over £30,000 per annum.
And they say the property could be utilised for ‘alternative use’, subject to obtaining the correct planning permissions.
Shepherd partner Kevin Bell said: “Suitable for alternative use subject to planning, we anticipate much interest in this opportunity to secure attractive restaurant premises within Ayr town centre from potential buyers and occupiers.”
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Ayrshire Live previously told how Lychees – hailed as Ayrshire’s ‘best’ Chinese – is reopening at a new venue across town on South Harbour Street, with a date set to be confirmed.
The announcement was welcome news for the town after the family-owned business, which served up their delicious Asian Fusion dishes on Miller Road for 11 years, sadly announced they were closing in May.
A post on its Facebook page said: “We can officially announce that we will be moving venue down to South Harbour Street.
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“We unfortunately cannot confirm an opening date but will be keeping you all updated when we can.
“Look forward to seeing you all again soon!”
Offers over £225,000 or rental offers over £30,000 per annum are invited. Interested parties should contact the sole sales and letting agent on (01292) 267987.
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