Stockbridge Wine Bar | Compact Kitchen | 180 SQFT

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Stockbridge, edinburgh · 180 sqft · Hygiene Rating: 5/5

St Stephen Street — Stockbridge's most charming independent strip

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About This Kitchen

Stockbridge functions as a self-contained village within Edinburgh, centred on Raeburn Place and St Stephen Street. The Sunday farmers market is a major draw, and the demographic is distinctly affluent — young families, New Town professionals, and retirees who expect quality. The Stockbridge colonies along the Water of Leith provide a dense residential catchment within walking distance.

A bijou wine bar on St Stephen Street that has built a loyal following among Stockbridge's professional residents. The venue specialises in natural wines and small-batch spirits, drawing a clientele that appreciates craft and is willing to pay for quality. There's currently no food beyond olives and bread, and the landlord knows they're missing an obvious opportunity.

The kitchen is compact — 180 square feet in what was originally a prep area. But previous use proves it works: a charcuterie and cheese board operation ran from this space for eighteen months and generated over £3,000 per month in food sales with minimal labour costs. One person, a focused menu, and quality ingredients. The Edinburgh Festival in August transforms this neighbourhood. Stockbridge accommodation fills with performers and festival-goers, and the wine bar's evening trade doubles for four weeks. A food operator who can scale up during Festival season — perhaps adding a simplified menu or extending hours — would benefit significantly. Note: Scotland's Food Hygiene Information Scheme uses a Pass/Improvement Required system rather than the 1-5 rating used in England. The venue currently holds a Pass status.

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Equipment

Four-burner range
Flat-top griddle
Undercounter fridge
Undercounter freezer
Double sink unit

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Amenities

Street-facing window seating (6 covers)
Wi-Fi included
Chalkboard menu display behind bar

Pricing

From £1,000/mo

Revenue Share

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Contract: 12 months, 4-month break clause

Availability: 5 days — Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm–10pm

Venue Details

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Delivery: Deliveroo

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