'Iconic' West Lothian chippy to close in its current form after 42 years of business
An “iconic” West Lothian chippy that’s been in business for over four decades is set to close - at least in its current form.
Coia's Fish & Chip Shop, located on West Main Street in Armadale, is popular for both sit-in and takeaway meals and has been around since 1983
The chippy, which has seating for up to 20 customers, is said to present a “fantastic opportunity” for new owners.
A listing for the sale on RightBiz says: “Coia's Fish & Chip Shop is a well-established and popular sit-in and takeaway business located in Bathgate.
“The property boasts a generous unit size, featuring a spacious and fully equipped kitchen area, ideal for handling high volumes of orders with ease. In addition to the busy takeaway service, the shop also offers a bright and comfortable sit-in area with seating for 20 customers.
“Armadale itself is a growing town with a rich history, situated between Glasgow and Edinburgh, making it a strategically advantageous location for business.
“This sale presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire not only a profitable, long-standing business but also the freehold of a prime commercial property.”
Popular with locals, Coia's Fish & Chip Shop has earned a 4.5/5 rating on Google.
One satisfied customer said the chippy is a must go venue for visitors to the town. They wrote: “We luckily visited this iconic fish and chip shop in Armadale. Nice food and friendly service made a great experience there. A must go restaurant if you happen to be in Armadale.”
Another opined: “Best special fish in the district - absolutely superb. Fish tasted great with a nice crunchy coating.”
Interested parties can view the full listing on the RightBiz website.
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