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For the past 20 years, Restaurant Property has set about becoming the leading specialist in the global leisure sector.
About
For over 24 years Restaurant Property has set about becoming the global leading specialist in the leisure sector.
We pride ourselves on offering a breadth of resources and contacts that simply can’t be found elsewhere.
Thanks to strong relationships with exclusive international operators, the emerging independents and existing chains, boutique hotels, cinema operators and some of the industry’s largest real estate investors, we are uniquely positioned to support your needs.
Our sales and acquisition teams work with a wide range of leisure properties in London and across the UK, including some of the largest chains and estates in the business. And it’s not just big brands, we also work with industry-leading independents and high-profile restaurant talents.
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a property, our acquisition and disposals teams have impressive records and regularly achieve fantastic results for our clients.
Our wide reaching industry contacts are used to our clients benefit, and we operate in a thoroughly professional and efficient manner to bring you the very best outcome possible in any given situation.
Meet the Team
Restaurant Property is formed of an enterprising team with an envy-inducing array of contacts and industry knowledge. Our untamed passion for the restaurant and leisure sector, including pubs, bars and cinemas is at the heart of everything we do, and our knowledge of the industry is unprecedented.
Our team is comprised of professionals specialising in disposals, acquisitions, development advice, hotels and restaurant consultancy services, giving clients access to a wealth of expert guidance.
David Rawlinson
Founding Director
David received his Master Degree in Property Law and Valuation from City University and started his career in 1995 at Cushman and Wakefield Healey and Baker. David founded Restaurant Property in 2000 and has brokered many of London’s highest profile deals, including Sexyfish, Amazonico, Ivy Asia Mayfair, Socca, Jamovar, Mimi Mayfair, Humo and NAC, among many others. His focus is dealing with the Central London area and his clients are global brand leaders and Michelin star occupiers.
david@restaurant-property.co.uk
+44 (0)7774 999 911
Kareen Grewal
Chief Operating Officer
Kareen plays a pivotal role in the seamless functioning of our company. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, Kareen heads all company operations and administrative tasks, ensuring that every aspect of our business runs smoothly. Working closely with David, Kareen bridges the gap between strategic vision and operational execution, contributing to the company's success and growth. With a passion for efficiency and a dedication to supporting the team, Kareen is an indispensable part of our organisation.
kareen@restaurant-property.co.uk
07307 384798
Dan Brown
Surveyor
Dan started his property career in 2015. He brings with him a valuable skillset and a passion for the London restaurant scene. Dan now specialises in locating sites for large, international groups and advising leading hoteliers with their restaurant leasing. Dan’s clients include The Maybourne Hotel Group, Marriott Hotel Group, The Langham Hotel, Michelin-starred Chef Tom Brown (Cornerstone) and Sollip. In his spare time, you'll find him rock climbing, mountaineering and socialising in London.
dan@restaurant-property.co.uk
07730 453462
Percy Fricker
Surveyor
Percy began his career in property 3 years ago based in Barnes and Richmond. He has a passion for the F&B sector and specialises in leasehold restaurant sales in Central London. He has joined Jonny Novick in the disposals team and will be putting his experience to use in the new business division of Restaurant Property. In his spare time, you will find him following his football team, Arsenal, playing golf or socialising with his friends.
percy@restaurant-property.co.uk
07774 321360
Cosmo Montemurro
New York Partner
Cosmo Montemurro would be a 4th generation restauranteur if he did not pursue a different direction to service the food and beverage sector as a real estate broker. He started his career at Winick Realty Group in 2006. Cosmo founded Murro Realty in 2012 where he built a team to focus exclusively on F&B leasing. His background in hospitality is key to his ability to communicate his clients needs. Cosmo has brokered a wide range of deals to include Blue Ribbon Sushi in Rockefeller Center, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse in Herald Square and downtown Boston, Le Jardin Boucherie in South Beach, and all of Hogsalt’s restaurants in NYC to name a few. His clients are both nationally and internationally recognized leaders and Michelin star recipients.
Eliza Esenbek
Dubai Partner
Eliza has been living in Dubai for the last sixteen years, slowly Dubai became close to her heart and it has become her home. Eliza spent quality time between the Real Estate, Financial & Offshore industries. She is inspired by the city infrastructure, and architecture and is thrilled to be part of the evolving city and its growth. Eliza is leading a Retail – F&B division at CRC (Commercial Real Estate Company) part of Better homes LLC helping many brands to secure great locations.
Nick Sadler
Health and Fitness
Nick represents a host of independent and corporate clients on their acquisition of gyms, fitness studios and high-tech equipment.
Tim Harrison
Professional Services
Tim is one of the UK’s most experienced rent review surveyors and valuers. Tim represents long standing clients such as The Arts Club, Zuma, Roka, Le Petite Maison, Coya and Meraki.
David Moore
In-house restaurant Consultant
David Moore, founder and owner of Michelin-starred restaurant Pied à Terre in Fitzrovia. Moore is regular voice on all things hospitality, he has appeared frequently on TV and Radio shows including The Restaurant with Raymond Blanc BBC2, Masterchef The Professionals BBC 2, This Morning ITV, Inside Out BBC 1 and has been a regular contributor to BBC Radio 2 with Nigel Barden and often a guest speaker on panels and trade events such as The Restaurant Show. His successes are not limited to Michelin stars, with a keen interest in Cocktail bars, Moore was a founding partner in the LCC, which later floated and went on to be Nightcap plc. Concepts including an American smoke-house, rotisserie chicken, a brewery and pubs are amongst the portfolio at any given time. He brings all this and Moore to his hospitality consultancy, helping to ensure success for each client.
Justin Lester MA BA(Hons) FSAC ACIArb MRICS
RICS Registered Valuer
Justin has over 20 years’ experience in the property industry, undertaking rent reviews, lease renewals and resolving associated Landlord and Tenant disputes throughout the UK. He has worked for leading firms including Cushman & Wakefield Healey & Baker, Chesterton and BNP Paribas Real Estate, with a focus on restaurants, bars and the wider leisure market. Justin enjoys long term relationships with a wide range of UK-based and international clients, and is regularly retained to act for operators, private clients and property companies.
justin@restaurant-property.co.uk
+44 (0)7788 892 426
David Dand
People Partner
David advises on all aspects of team performance, recruitment, and retention. He is passionate about sports, travel, and luxury hospitality, and in his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He lives in Brighton, UK.
careers@restaurant-property.co.uk
+44 (0)7515559703
