A substantial commercial opportunity on Whanganui's waterfront. Located within the Johnston & Company Building on Taupo Quay, this ground floor premises offers a compelling combination of heritage character, flexible configuration, and a riverside setting that few commercial properties in the region can match. The building is Class B heritage-listed and strengthened to 70% NBS.
The space features a generous open retail or dining floor, full commercial kitchen capability with preparation and storage areas, and dedicated amenity facilities. To the rear, a bar and additional dining area opens onto a spacious deck overlooking the Whanganui River, a truly distinctive feature for any business looking to make the most of one of the city's most enviable outlooks.
The premises sits directly on Taupo Quay, benefiting from strong foot traffic throughout the week and significantly more on Saturdays, when the Whanganui River Markets draw over 100 traders and a steady stream of locals and visitors to the riverbank. The markets run every Saturday from 8:30am to 1:00pm, making the waterfront one of the most consistently trafficked locations in the city.
While well suited to hospitality or food and beverage operators, the tenancy lends itself to a variety of commercial uses, and prospective tenants are encouraged to consider the broader potential this versatile space offers.
The landlord is committed to securing the right long-term operator and is prepared to discuss fit out assistance for the right tenancy proposal.
Interested parties are invited to submit a brief proposal outlining their intended business use, proposed fit out concept, and lease requirements.
This opportunity is best suited to those with a clear vision and the means to bring it to life.
For lease by way of expressions of interest closing 2pm, Wed 1 Jul 2026 (unless leased prior).
