The opportunity to own a restaurant with lovely exotic flavours and top-notch cocktails in Hawke's Bay has arisen with Havelock North favourite Deliciosa Restaurant coming to the market through ABC Business Sales’ Martin Sargent.
Deliciosa Restaurant is an iconic restaurant and wine bar established in December 2007 by Sarah Watson, its Spanish/Tapas food and wine style reflecting her travels around Europe.
Over the last 13 years, the team has delivered continuous refinement in the kitchen, bar and restaurant space. Staying true to its roots, Deliciosa retains the same food philosophy since its inception of packing big punchy flavours into shared plates – a style unheard of in Hawke's Bay during 2007 and unmatched in 2021.
A favourite of the locals, Deliciosa has a loyal base of clientele who come in for the service and the atmosphere, as well as the food and beverage offering. Regular events, participation in Hawke's Bay tourism activities, social media, and the power of recommendations also ensures that Deliciosa is constantly attracting newcomers and visitors to ensure a full house.
Start your property search
Deliciosa is a 100-seat restaurant, though seating can easily increase to 120, as they share outside furniture and area with a neighbouring coffee business.
The restaurant attracts mostly locals/regulars and domestic tourists. The business implemented a website-based take-away order system, which increases sales when dine-in space is at capacity. Social media is very active to stay engaged with the customer base and to entice them in again and again to try new menu items or their favourites. The business receives strong referrals from neighbouring businesses and local wineries.
The restaurant has a strong reputation in Hawke's Bay as a versatile venue with customers and industry. Casual for every day, but special enough for a family, group, or corporate celebrations and events including business dinners, HB wine awards judge’s dinners, pre-weddings, weddings and funeral wakes. It won the HB Hospitality Awards' Outstanding Wine and Beverage list 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017.
They have a proven track record with almost 14 years of trading reputation – this keeps the tables booked every night but also means that catering and events are an opportunity for expansion. With an innovative menu and beverage list, they can keep up with food trends – bang bang cauliflower is considered one of the top 10 iconic dishes in Hawkes Bay. Their stable, professional, and mature staff are great at upselling and provide attentive service to both regulars and newcomers.
A buyer would need to possess a good level of financial acumen and a desire to work in hospitality or upgrade the restaurant manager role to general manager. The owner is happy to assist in any reasonable handover/retained management period to ensure a smooth transition.
Contact: Martin Sargent – 021 509 744
- Article supplied by ABC Business Sales
