Acquisition opportunity – Project Ironwood
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Acquisition opportunity – Project Ironwood
26 June 2025
Forvis Mazars LLP is seeking to identify potential purchasers for a Sri Lankan restaurant chain based in the South-West of England
Background
- Dine in and take out branded chain (nine years of trading).
- Profitable at a gross margin/site by site level, but legacy debt holding the company back and difficult to service.
- Existing owners will consider full exit and support smooth transition.
Key selling points
- Loyal customer following for both dine in and take out/delivery.
- Popular and unique owned/branded food and drinks menus.
- Seven established locations in key cities/towns across the South-West.
- Opportunity for business and asset sale.
Financial information and KPIs
- Average covers per week - 3,000
- Average spend per cover - £30
- Sales per site below:
Next Steps
- Further information/access to a data room can be provided on request, following receipt of a signed non-disclosure agreement.
- The Company is subject to a CVA that has recently failed. Time is of the essence for this opportunity with offers invited for the business and assets on an accelerated timeframe.
- Should you wish to receive further information on the opportunity, please contact either Jonathan Baker or Will Barnett.

