A popular steakhouse located in the heart of the Winnersh Triangle commercial hub has been put up for sale, presenting what the real estate agent haha described as a prime opportunity for hospitality operators in the borough.
The Bar + Block restaurant, situated on Reading Road adjacent to the Premier Inn, is currently on the market with a freehold guide price of £850,000.
The modern, purpose-built venue is being marketed by specialist property agent Christie & Co.
The site is being sold as a going concern, meaning that the restaurant will remain fully operational throughout the sale process. Importantly for the local workforce, all existing staff will be protected and transferred to the new owner under TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings) regulations.
The listings says the restaurant benefits heavily from its strategic location. Just off the A329(M) and within walking distance of Winnersh Triangle railway station, it draws in a steady mix of local residents, business park commuters, and guests from the adjoining 102-room Premier Inn.
Key property highlights include a spacious 170-cover internal dining area, plus an outdoor terrace with seating for a further 60 guests, a contemporary open-plan design featuring a large commercial kitchen, walk-in refrigeration, and extensive staff facilities, and shared access to approximately 180 parking spaces on the Premier Inn site.
Christie & Co notes that the property is perfectly suited for experienced multi-site operators, corporate occupiers, or a management-led hospitality business looking to expand their footprint in Berkshire.
The Bar + Block brand was originally launched as Whitbread’s premium all-day dining concept, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a heavy focus on hand-cut steaks and a strong drinks menu.
The sale of the Winnersh branch, which remains open, follows Whitbread’s wider strategic review of its branded restaurant estate earlier this year, which aims to optimse its hotel-adjacent food and beverage offerings.
