13 Market Square, Portlaoise, Co. Laois

TO LET – ICONIC GRAY’S RESTAURANT Exceptional Commercial Premises | Portlaoise Main Street A rare opportunity to lease one of Portlaoise’s most iconic and historic commercial properties. Steeped in history and renowned throughout Laois and beyond, the former Gray’s Restaurant, also known in recent years as The Pantry, offers an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious business to establish itself in a landmark town-centre location. Established by Margaret Gray in 1932, this prestigious property has been in the same family for over 100 years and boasts an impressive commercial footprint with enormous potential. THE COMMERCIAL PREMISES Extending to over 2,000 sq. ft. at ground floor level, the property offers: Generous restaurant and customer accommodation. Numerous individual dining and reception rooms. Fully tiled commercial kitchen. Stores and dedicated office space. Staff and customer toilet facilities. Substantial existing infrastructure, offering excellent potential for a new hospitality venture. A UNIQUE OUTDOOR SPACE One of the property's most outstanding features is its beautiful, mature town-centre garden, incorporating two substantial Victorian coach houses. Previously operated as a magnificent walled garden dining area, this unique outdoor space offers exceptional potential for outdoor dining, events and entertainment. ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITY The property also benefits from an impressive three-bedroom townhouse on the first floor, accessed through a separate, self-contained entrance hall. This accommodation may offer additional possibilities, subject to agreement. There is also substantial additional space to the east of the main building, presenting further commercial development potential, subject to planning permission. AN OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED Whether you are an established restaurateur looking for your next venture, an experienced hospitality operator seeking a prime town-centre location, or a business looking for an exceptional commercial opportunity, Gray’s Restaurant offers a setting with character, history and outstanding potential. Secure your place in the story of one of Portlaoise’s best-known properties. NOW AVAILABLE TO LET