Retail Space FOR RENT in 12B Chequer Street, St. Albans, Hertfordshire

Property Description

Restaurant Property to Let at 12B Chequer Street St Albans Hertfordshire AL1 3XZ
12B Chequer Street is a well-positioned restaurant property located in the heart of St Albans city centre, Hertfordshire AL1 3XZ. Situated on one of the city’s busiest pedestrian and vehicular routes, the property offers a strong opportunity for restaurant operators, café concepts, and hospitality businesses seeking a prominent location within an established leisure and retail destination.
The property extends to approximately 1,704 sq ft NIA across two floors and occupies a prominent frontage on Chequer Street, linking the city centre with St Albans Abbey and the historic Fishpool Street area. Surrounded by established dining operators and within walking distance of Christopher Place and The Maltings Shopping Centre, the location benefits from excellent footfall and strong local demographics.
Property Overview
This self-contained restaurant premises provides flexible accommodation suitable for a variety of food and beverage occupiers. Built in 2000 and arranged over two floors, the building is of masonry construction and benefits from signage opportunities onto Chequer Street.
The surrounding hospitality environment includes well-known operators such as House of Poutine, Nando’s, Bill’s, Megan’s, and Côte, reinforcing the area’s reputation as a popular dining destination within St Albans.
Property Details
Property Type: Restaurant
Address: 12B Chequer Street, St Albans Hertfordshire AL1 3XZ
Borough: St Albans
County: Hertfordshire
Region: East of England
Submarket: St Albans
Submarket Cluster: Hertfordshire M25 Corridor North West
Building Type: 2 Star Retail Restaurant
Location Type: Urban
Year Built: 2000
Total Floor Area: 1,704 sq ft NIA
Floors: 2
Typical Floor Size: 852 sq ft
Site Area: 0.02 Acres
Construction Type: Masonry
Tenancy: Single
Owner Occupied: No
Frontage: 17 ft onto Chequer Street
Lease Details
Available Space: 1,704 sq ft
Maximum Contiguous Space: 1,704 sq ft
Use Class: Retail / Restaurant
Asking Rent: £55,000 per annum
Lease Type: To Be Determined
Availability: Vacant
Building Amenities
Signage Opportunity
Prominent City Centre Position
Strong Restaurant and Retail Surroundings
Excellent Footfall
Nearby Public Car Parking
Transport Connectivity
St Albans Station – approximately 0.6 miles
Harpenden Station – approximately 5.0 miles
London Luton Airport – approximately 9.8 miles
London Heathrow Airport – approximately 27.1 miles
London City Airport – approximately 38.1 miles
St Albans Restaurant and Leisure Location
Chequer Street is one of St Albans’ principal retail and leisure corridors, connecting the city centre with key heritage and residential areas. The location benefits from a high concentration of retail, hospitality, and leisure occupiers, making it attractive for restaurant operators seeking visibility and consistent customer traffic.
Its proximity to major shopping centres, commuter rail services, and affluent residential neighbourhoods further enhances the property’s appeal for food and beverage concepts, café operators, and hospitality investors.
For further details or to make a booking, please contact Fraser Bond.