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Restaurant in Sintra - Prime Location (Turnkey) For Sale

Sintra, Lisbon, Portugal
Asking Price:
€72,000 Furniture / Fixtures included
Sales Revenue:
€250K - €500K
Cash Flow:
€50K - €100K

Fully equipped, ready-to-operate casual dining restaurant and wine bar in the historic city center area of Sintra (Lisbon region), one of Portugal's top tourist destinations. Long lease valid until 2031 (+5 years extension) at below-market rent.

Walk in and start trading from day one. Motivated seller, priced for a quick, clean transaction.

A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational restaurant without the cost, delays and risk of building one from scratch.

This is a straightforward, easy-to-run casual dining operation in a high-footfall commercial street in Sintra (UNESCO World Heritage destination visited by millions of tourists every year, just 30 minutes from Lisbon).

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS

1. Turnkey and fully licensed with complete professional kitchen (oven, stove, extraction, cold rooms, prep stations, dishwashing), dining room furniture, and all operating licenses in place. No renovation needed. Open the doors and trade.

2. Long, secure lease at below-market rent with commercial lease valid until May 2031 (with 5 years extension deal) with a monthly rent of only €900, exceptionally low for this location. This is the single biggest cost advantage a restaurant can have in a tourist destination.

3. Prime location, neighbourhoods with a high concentration of Airbnbs, guesthouses, hotels, commercial establishments, municipal food market, art museum and banks. Year-round demand, steady mix of tourist traffic and loyal local clientele; Sintra's visitor flow is not seasonal-dependent like beach destinations.

4. Simple, flexible concept, currently operating as casual dining menu. The space adapts easily to any concept: Portuguese traditional, international casual, brunch café, wine & tapas.

5. Established operation trading since 2019, with 7 years of goodwill, supplier relationships and repeat clientele (data base) included in the transfer.

  • Size: ~135m2 (including: kitchen + 2 toilets + 1 washbasin + 2 dining rooms)
  • Capacity: 42 seats (Main Room & Private Room).
  • Extend opening hours / lunch, happyhour and dinner service.
  • Delivery platforms / Takeaway.
  • Target tour groups and hotel partnerships.


THE DEAL

- Asking price: € 72.000 (leasehold / trespasse)

- Deliberately priced below comparable listings in the Lisbon–Sintra corridor for a fast, clean sale. Owner is relocating internationally and wants a serious, committed buyer.

- Price includes all equipment, furniture, lease position, licenses and goodwill.

- Handover support included: the owner will personally oversee a structured transition, covering the lease transfer with the landlord, introductions to key suppliers, and operational guidance as necessary to ensure the new owner is fully set-up to operate.

# Note: Turnover and full financials disclosed to qualified buyers only, after a signed NDA. This is a professionally managed sale process.

Property Information

Real Estate:

Lease

Lease Terms:

The premises are leased under a 10-year contract, valid till 2031 with options to renew for additional period of +5 years and supportive landlord relations for extension.

Leasehold Rent:

€11,000 per annum

Location:

Strategically located in the heart of Sintra city center, just steps from the Olga Cadaval Theatre and the Modern Art Museum, the restaurant enjoys a prime position that blends the busy area of the downtown with the charming of the neighborhood. Surrounded by key institutions such as banks, real estate agencies, tourism office, boutique hotels, and local accommodations, the venue benefits from both a steady tourist flow and a loyal local business clientele. This unique combination ensures foot traffic and regulars.

Premises Details:

The business operates within a fully licensed and well decorated space, blending rustic touch with modern comfort. Located on a small street with high visibility, the premises feature:

Total area of approx. 135 m², including indoor dining rooms, wine cellar and bar area, raw food station and kitchen.

Seating capacity for 42 guests indoors in 02 rooms, with a flexible layout ideal for groups and private events.

A fully equipped and certified professional kitchen, optimized for high-efficiency operations.

Authentic décor that reflects the identity of distinctly modern Portuguese Restaurant.

Two Restrooms fully compliant with legal and accessibility standards.

Energy-efficient systems (Level C) and regular maintenance ensure low operational overhead.

Affordable lease agreement with favorable conditions and landlord support.

The space is ready for continued operation and includes all necessary equipment, furniture, branding assets, and operational POS systems.

Size in square feet:
1,450 sqft
Planning Consent:

The restaurant operates with a valid A3 license and is located in a heritage-listed building in Sintra’s historic center. It benefits from a lifetime operating license, a rare advantage that ensures long-term stability. The space is fully compliant with all health, safety, and accessibility regulations, and no further permits or modifications are required for continued operation.

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

The business offers a scalable and well-positioned concept, trademarked brand, built around a bistro-style format that balances authenticity, quality, and accessibility. With a strong customer experience model and efficient low-cost operations, the brand is ready for expansion.

Competition / Market:

The business benefits from a highly favorable local market context. While Sintra is a well-known tourist destination, the immediate area surrounding the restaurant features limited direct competition in terms of concept, quality, and pricing. Most nearby establishments cater either to low-cost mass tourism or traditional snack-bar formats, leaving a gap in the market for a casual accessible dining focused on authentic Portuguese cuisine with a modern touch.

Reasons for selling:

International relocation. This decision is motivated by personal and family reasons and is unrelated to the restaurant’s performance.

Trading hours:
  • Tuesday to Saturday: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Lunch service)
  • Monday to Saturday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Dinner service)
  • Wednesday to Saturday: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM (Happy Hour)
  • Sunday: Closed**
Years established:
7 years

Other Information

Support & training:

Hands-on guidance covering the restaurant operations, kitchen management, supplier relationships, and customer service standards. Staff Integration, POS systems training, and availability for consultancy and advice during the initial transition period.

Furniture / Fixtures value:
€50,000 - included in the asking price
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