2/3 Watergate, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny, R95K72D
€475,000
- Available From:Immediately
About 2/3 Watergate, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny
Description
An exceptional opportunity comprising a landmark restaurant premises extending to approximately 181 sq. m., arranged over three floors and occupying a prominent position at 2/3 Watergate Street in the heart of Kilkenny City. Formerly trading as Royal Spice, the property enjoys a highly visible city centre location within an established commercial and hospitality district. Positioned directly opposite the Watergate Theatre, the new City Library and the recently redeveloped Abbey Quarter, the premises benefit from their proximity to a range of cultural, commercial and business occupiers, including Tirl�n and O'Neill Foley. This evolving city centre destination continues to attract a strong mix of businesses, residents and visitors, contributing to the area's appeal as a location for hospitality and dining. The property is particularly well positioned for pre-theatre and post-theatre trade, with the Watergate Theatre located directly across the street. The theatre is an established cultural and entertainment venue within Kilkenny City, attracting audiences for performances and events throughout the year. Its immediate proximity adds significant appeal for an operator seeking to benefit from the additional footfall associated with evening performances, while the surrounding hospitality venues further strengthen the location. The property is also ideally situated beside some of Kilkenny's best-established licensed premises, including Cleere's Bar & Theatre and O'Riada's. This established evening and weekend trade, combined with the surrounding offices, cultural attractions and city centre amenities, provides an attractive setting for an incoming operator seeking to establish or expand a hospitality business. Arranged over three levels, the accommodation offers a versatile layout with customer areas distributed throughout the building. The premises are presented to allow an incoming operator the opportunity to design and configure the space to suit their own concept and operational requirements. Additional features include toilet facilities, mains gas and a small rear yard providing useful storage space. A full floor plan is available upon request to assist prospective purchasers in assessing the layout and potential of the premises. The property benefits from established restaurant planning use and a history of a wine licence, making it an attractive proposition for experienced restaurateurs, independent operators or hospitality groups seeking a high-profile city centre location. With its prominent Watergate Street position, direct proximity to the Watergate Theatre, established hospitality surroundings and flexible accommodation arranged over three floors, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a restaurant premises in one of Kilkenny City's best-known commercial and cultural quarters.
The local area of 2/3 Watergate, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny
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School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | Mother Of Fair Love Spec School | Distance | 360m | Pupils | 77 |
| School Name | The Lake Junior School | Distance | 380m | Pupils | 223 |
| School Name | Presentation Primary School | Distance | 460m | Pupils | 420 |
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| School Name | Cbs Primary Kilkenny | Distance | 620m | Pupils | 255 |
| School Name | St. Canice's Co-ed. National School | Distance | 720m | Pupils | 645 |
| School Name | St. John's National School | Distance | 720m | Pupils | 0 |
| School Name | St John's Senior School Kilkenny | Distance | 870m | Pupils | 216 |
| School Name | St John Of God Kilkenny | Distance | 1.0km | Pupils | 331 |
| School Name | St Patrick's De La Salle Boys National School | Distance | 1.1km | Pupils | 341 |
| School Name | Kilkenny National School | Distance | 1.4km | Pupils | 208 |
School Name | Distance | Pupils | |||
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| School Name | C.b.s. Kilkenny | Distance | 270m | Pupils | 836 |
| School Name | Loreto Secondary School | Distance | 550m | Pupils | 994 |
| School Name | Coláiste Pobail Osraí | Distance | 740m | Pupils | 222 |
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| School Name | City Vocational School | Distance | 840m | Pupils | 311 |
| School Name | St Kieran's College | Distance | 930m | Pupils | 802 |
| School Name | Kilkenny College | Distance | 1.5km | Pupils | 919 |
| School Name | Presentation Secondary School | Distance | 1.9km | Pupils | 902 |
| School Name | Callan Cbs | Distance | 14.7km | Pupils | 267 |
| School Name | St. Brigid's College | Distance | 14.9km | Pupils | 244 |
| School Name | Coláiste Abhainn Rí | Distance | 15.0km | Pupils | 681 |
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| Type | Bus | Distance | 40m | Stop | Parliament St | Route | Kk2 | Destination | Saint Luke's Hospital | Provider | City Direct |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 60m | Stop | Parliament St | Route | Kk1 | Destination | Glenbawn | Provider | City Direct |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 170m | Stop | Dean Street | Route | Kk1 | Destination | Glenbawn | Provider | City Direct |
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| Type | Bus | Distance | 200m | Stop | Market Yard | Route | Kk2 | Destination | Saint Luke's Hospital | Provider | City Direct |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 230m | Stop | Dean Street | Route | Kk2 | Destination | Saint Luke's Hospital | Provider | City Direct |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 250m | Stop | Market Yard | Route | Kk1 | Destination | Glenbawn | Provider | City Direct |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 250m | Stop | Market Yard | Route | 838 | Destination | Market Yard | Provider | Slieve Bloom Coach Tours |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 310m | Stop | Green Street | Route | Iw01 | Destination | Carlow Institute | Provider | Dunnes Coaches |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 350m | Stop | Butt's Green | Route | Kk2 | Destination | Cillín Hill | Provider | City Direct |
| Type | Bus | Distance | 410m | Stop | Dominic Street | Route | Iw01 | Destination | Loughboy Shopping Centre | Provider | Dunnes Coaches |
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