100 year established class 3 Cafe, Takeaway and Ice Cream. Langside Cafe, Shawlands, Glasgow

Key Features

• Glasgow's second oldest cafe, established in 1920
• Class 3 hot food consent
• 24 internal covers, 8 external
• Annual rent £11,000
• 100% Rates Relief
• Owner-operated local Glasgow Southside Institution

Description

Established in 1920, the café has served generations of Glaswegians and is widely regarded as a Southside institution, with over a century of continuous trade. What sets Langside Café apart is its remarkably preserved interior, which has remained largely unchanged since the 1960s. The space retains its original vinyl booth seating, vintage ice cream offering at the front door, traditional counter service layout, and period features and nostalgic décor that create a genuine “step back in time” atmosphere.

Location

Occupying a prominent position in the heart of Shawlands, Langside Cafe represents one of Glasgow’s most recognisable and long-standing hospitality businesses, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a truly historic trading asset with an authentic retro fit-out - a real testament to the current and previous owners — offering buyers a unique, character-rich trading environment that cannot easily be replicated. It benefits from a dense residential catchment, strong local footfall and community feel.

Viewings

Viewings by appointment only - please do not approach the business directly.

The Business

Langside Café has built its reputation on a simple, high-quality and traditional offering, including: Traditional ice cream and milkshakes. All-day breakfasts and hot filled rolls. Coffee, teas and classic café fare. A wide range of traditional sweets and confectionery. The business enjoys strong loyalty, with many customers returning regularly and valuing its authentic, unpretentious atmosphere and consistency. Also benefits from delivery custom via Uber Eats and Just Eat.