A ‘HIDDEN GEM’ Indian restaurant in Somerset is up for sale.

The Bengal Brasserie has become a local favourite in Bath after it first welcomed diners in 1987.

Now, the 16-year lease of the cellar venue, in Milsom Street, is up for grabs – with agent Christie & Co asking for offers over £35,000.

“The restaurant operates from a cellar-level premises with a ground-floor entrance directly off Milsom Street,” the listing said. “There are approximately 40 covers in an intimate dining space, complemented by a small reception/bar area and a well-equipped commercial kitchen.

“Despite its compact size, the basement setting adds to its charm and ambience.”

Bengal Brasserie is described as being in a “prime position” in “central Bath’s most prestigious and historic shopping street”, bringing a high level of footfall.

“Milsom Street is one of the city’s foremost tourist attractions with visitors drawn by the Georgian architecture, vibrant retail and hospitably scene, and it’s proximity to other landmarks such as the Jane Austen Centre, The Royal Crescent, and Roman Baths,” the listing went on.

“The area attracts thousands of visitors from across the globe annually and is part of the city’s Milsom Quarter Masterplan, which aims to enhance its profile as a hub for fashion, culture, and hospitality which will incorporate 180 new residences and the reopening of the iconic Jolly’s Department store, which is opposite the Bengal Brasserie.”

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It added:”The opportunity to acquire the leasehold of Bengal Brasserie, Bath presents a great proposition for an operator seeking a well-established restaurant venue in a prime location.

“Being situated on prestigious Milsom Street, the venue benefits from high footfall, and proximity to luxury retail, cultural attractions, and transport links.

“With approximately 40 covers, a fully equipped kitchen and a longstanding customer base, the business could offer a turnkey operation with consistent performance and positive online reviews.”

The new leaseholder could change or upgrade the offer, modernise the interior, expand trading hours, enhancing the digital presence and capitalise on Bath’s year-round tourism, the listing added.

“Whether building on the existing business or developing a new offer, this site offers a great opportunity in a superb location,” it said.

The restaurant trading hours are from noon to 2pm, and from 5pm to 10pm, from Tuesday to Sunday, with the freeholder Bath City Council.

For more details, see the Bengal Brasserie listing at rightmove.co.uk/properties/136224374.