Food & Beverage Businesses for Sale

Explore 5,422 food & beverage businesses for sale across the United States. Restaurants, cafes, and food service

Active Listings
5,422
Median Asking Price
$450K
Median SDE
$150K
Median Multiple
3.0x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$829K
Average SDE
$217K
Listed in Last 30 Days
1,428
Added This Week
296

Median figures are computed over the 3,461 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 5,422 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Jun 16

Iconic Restaurant Bar for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$2.2MFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This full-service restaurant and bar benefits from entertainment-driven traffic, event hosting, and catering potential, creating several ways to generate revenue. The concept may appeal to buyers looking for a destination hospitality business with nightlife appeal in Southern California.

Jun 14

Franchise Sandwich Restaurant for Sale in Arizona

AZ
$250KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$90K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This quick-service sandwich franchise operates under a nationally recognized brand with proven systems, recipes, and an efficient counter-service layout already in place. Located in a regional Arizona hub with year-round traffic from both local residents and seasonal visitors, the business generates consistent revenue through dine-in, delivery, and catering channels. At a $250,000 asking price with $90,000 in SDE, this represents an accessible entry point for an owner-operator or multi-unit franchisee.

High Seasonality
Jun 13

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Massachusetts

MA
$500KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$115K
Multiple:4.3x
Why Buy

This Worcester County, Massachusetts full-service restaurant and bar occupies a stand-alone brick building with seating for over 90 guests including a fenced outdoor patio, with the building fully gutted and updated including electrical and plumbing. The property has operated as a restaurant for many years and is offered as a combined business and real estate acquisition, providing a buyer with both operational and real property assets. At $500,000 asking with $115,000 in SDE, this is a straightforward food and beverage acquisition with the added stability of owned real estate in a mature New England market.

Sticky CustomersHigh Seasonality
Jun 13

Turnkey Low-overhead Ice Cream Shop for Sale in Houston, TX

Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
$100KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$26K
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This Houston metro area ice cream and dessert shop is offered as a fully turnkey asset sale including all furniture, fixtures, equipment, brand identity, digital presence, and two mobile catering units that provide additional high-margin revenue channels beyond the brick-and-mortar location. The 1,176 square foot space is optimized for fast-casual dessert service with a competitive lease structure, and the mobile units unlock catering and event revenue that diversifies income beyond the fixed location. At $100,000 asking, this is an accessible entry point for an aspiring food and beverage entrepreneur or an established operator seeking a low-cost expansion.

High SeasonalityGrowth Trajectory
Jun 13

Profitable Turnkey Mexican Restaurant for Sale in Texas

TX
$140KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$45K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This central Texas Mexican restaurant occupies a 4,452 square foot fully built-out space on a high-visibility main thoroughfare, generating over $400,000 in annual gross sales with a strong local reputation built around signature menu items that drive repeat customer traffic. The fully equipped kitchen and dining room are ready for immediate operation, eliminating build-out time and capital risk for an incoming owner-operator. At $140,000 asking with $45,000 in SDE, the restaurant offers an affordable acquisition with established customer flow in a smaller Texas market.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 13

Franchise Sandwich Restaurant for Sale in Savannah, GA

Savannah, GA
$200KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$75K
Multiple:2.7x
Why Buy

This Savannah, Georgia quick-service sandwich franchise is positioned in a high-traffic location with revenue growing from $465,000 in 2024 to over $500,000 in 2025, driven by increasing local foot traffic and an optimized 32.8% cost of goods sold that reflects supply chain efficiency. The nationally recognized brand provides operational infrastructure, training, and marketing support that reduces execution risk for a first-time buyer or multi-unit franchisee. At $200,000 asking with $75,000 in SDE, this is a well-priced acquisition in a growth-trajectory location within one of the Southeast's most active tourism and commercial markets.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 13

Independent Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Dallas, TX

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
$270KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$115K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This North Fort Worth pizza restaurant generates over $600,000 in annual sales with more than $100,000 in owner benefit from a 2,000 square foot location in a high-income, family-oriented trade area between Keller and North Tarrant County, operating six days per week with strong visibility and low occupancy cost relative to revenue. The New York-style format appeals to the family-friendly demographics of the surrounding community, and the business is well-suited for an owner-operator looking to increase hours, catering, or delivery penetration. At $270,000 asking with $115,000 in SDE, this is a compelling acquisition in one of Texas's fastest-growing residential corridors.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 13

Profitable Turnkey Indian Restaurant for Sale in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
$130KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$106K
Multiple:1.2x
Why Buy

This established full-service Indian restaurant in the Phoenix East Valley generates consistent weekly revenue from a loyal customer base drawn to its authentic Northern Indian menu and diverse service channels including dine-in, takeout, and delivery. The business is fully operational and turnkey, with kitchen infrastructure and trained staff in place, enabling a new owner to step in without operational disruption. At a $130K asking price against $106K in annual SDE, the deal trades at roughly 1.2x cash flow — an unusually attractive entry multiple for a profitable food-and-beverage operation.

Sticky Customers
Jun 13

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans-Metairie, LA
$250KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This long-standing Southeast Louisiana restaurant has served the region for more than four decades and has earned a reputation as a premier dining destination through consistent food quality, outstanding service, and long-standing supplier relationships that enable fresh, high-quality menu delivery. The loyal and growing customer base demonstrates the dining establishment's deep community ties and resilient demand across economic cycles. At $250K for a $100K+ SDE business, the deal offers a highly attractive entry multiple for a buyer with restaurant operating experience.

Sep 1

Established Profitable Family Restaurant for Sale in Maine

ME
$2.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$390K
Multiple:6.4x
Why Buy

This iconic Maine family restaurant includes real property in the purchase price, combining a proven food-and-beverage operation with long-term real estate ownership for the buyer. The business generates $320K in annual SDE on a $2.49M asking price, reflecting both the going-concern value and underlying property asset. A family dining concept with generational community ties, this represents a durable acquisition for a buyer seeking a lifestyle business with solid asset backing in the New England market.

Jun 13

Catering & Event Production for Sale in New York

NY
$85KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$37K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This New York-based catering and event production company serves a distinctive combination of culinary and production services for private and corporate events, leveraging deep market knowledge in one of the country's most active event markets. The business generates recurring demand from repeat clients and referrals across corporate and social event categories, providing a buyer with an established operational platform and client relationships. At a $125K entry price against a well-established operational base, this represents a low-capital acquisition for a buyer with hospitality or events industry experience.

Jun 13

Dessert Franchise Shop for Sale in Florida

Jacksonville, FL
$75KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$56K
Multiple:1.3x
Why Buy

This gourmet dessert franchise location offers a curated menu of baked goods and frozen treats backed by a nationally recognized brand with a low royalty structure. The current setup is designed for a full-time owner-operator who can leverage the franchisor's training and support to drive local growth. With a loyal customer base already in place, the business offers immediate cash flow in the Florida market.

Absentee OwnerSticky Customers
Jun 13

Specialty Beverage Shop for Sale in Orlando, FL

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
$120KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$70K
Multiple:1.7x
Why Buy

This smoothie and bubble tea concept operates from a highly visible standalone building with dedicated parking in the Orlando metro area, offering both indoor and outdoor seating. The modern buildout and established customer base provide a strong foundation for an owner-operator or food-and-beverage operator looking to expand into the specialty drink segment. Reported SDE of approximately $70,000 on a $120,000 asking price suggests an attractive return profile for an active owner.

Retirement Sale
Jun 13

Semi-absentee High-margin Dessert Cafe for Sale in California

CA
$300KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$100K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This premium dessert shop in an affluent Southern California community operates on a simple, proven model — fresh ingredients delivered regularly by dedicated suppliers, served in a high-end modern buildout with strong local foot traffic. The current owner invests minimal weekly hours, and the business has generated consistent profitability with near-perfect online reviews. Over $200,000 in leasehold improvements and equipment are included in the asking price, making this a fully turnkey acquisition.

Absentee OwnerSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 13

Gourmet Cookie Franchise for Sale in Illinois

IL
$450KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$142K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This Chicago-area gourmet cookie franchise location operates within one of the nation's fastest-growing dessert brands, benefiting from strong brand recognition and a modern buildout in a vibrant urban neighborhood with heavy pedestrian traffic. Opened recently, the business has established itself as a high-performing unit with a loyal customer base and consistent demand driven by the surrounding residential and entertainment density. The turnkey operation is ready for a buyer seeking immediate cash flow in a high-traffic urban retail setting.

Absentee OwnerSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 13

Quick Service Restaurant Franchise for Sale in Anchorage, AK

Anchorage, AK
$1.8MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$424K
Multiple:4.2x
Why Buy

This Alaska franchise restaurant has improved its profitability through smarter logistics planning, streamlined supply ordering, and refined operational workflows that have reduced costs and boosted margins. Steady traffic, strong brand support, and a trained staff team are in place, allowing a new owner to step into a well-positioned operation with proven financial performance. The Anchorage market location provides access to a stable consumer base with limited franchise competition in the region.

Manager in PlaceGrowth TrajectoryRetirement Sale
Jun 13

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in North Carolina

NC
$499KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$175K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This North Carolina restaurant has built strong local brand awareness and a loyal customer following through consistent operations and quality offerings over an extended period. An experienced management team and trained staff are in place, and the business operates from a highly visible location with favorable lease terms and multiple renewal options. The combination of proven profitability, operational infrastructure, and an established community presence makes this an attractive acquisition for an owner-operator or hospitality group.

Manager in PlaceSticky Customers
Jun 12

School Lunch Catering Company for Sale in Hawaii

Honolulu, HI
$999KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$420K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This Hawaii catering business prepares and delivers USDA-compliant daily school lunches from a commercial kitchen to over 20 public charter and private schools, generating recurring contract-based revenue with consistent demand throughout the school year. The business has grown every year since its founding, with operations anchored by a well-equipped leased commercial kitchen with loading, cold, and dry storage capacity. Contract relationships with schools provide revenue predictability and a high barrier to competitive displacement.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 12

Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant for Sale in California

Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA
$280KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This Sonoma County breakfast and lunch restaurant operates daily limited hours in a busy shopping complex anchored by national retailers, providing built-in foot traffic from neighboring stores throughout the morning and midday period. The upgraded space features high-quality finishes, an open kitchen concept, and professional equipment, creating a strong customer experience in a desirable North Bay market. The focused operating hours and established location offer an efficient model for an owner-operator seeking a quality-of-life-oriented food and beverage business.

Jun 12

Turnkey High-traffic Restaurant Space for Sale in California

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$99KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$70K
Multiple:1.4x
Why Buy

This second-generation restaurant space in the San Francisco Bay Area offers a fully equipped kitchen, an interior dining room, and a waterfront patio in a high-traffic retail shopping complex. The location draws consistent foot traffic from a quality customer base, and the favorable lease structure makes it an attractive opportunity for an operator bringing a new or expanding food concept. With infrastructure already in place, a new owner can focus on brand-building rather than buildout costs.

Jun 12

Food & Beverage Franchise for Sale in Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, NM
$329KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$79K
Multiple:4.1x
Why Buy

This franchise food and beverage business in the Albuquerque market generates over half a million dollars in annual sales under a nationally recognized brand with proven systems and franchisor support. The franchise structure reduces operational risk for a new owner by providing training, supply chain access, and brand marketing. Solid unit economics and a well-established customer base make this a straightforward acquisition for a first-time or experienced franchise buyer.

Jun 12

Franchise Sandwich Restaurant for Sale in Cape Coral, FL

Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
$799KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$312K
Multiple:2.6x
Why Buy

A franchise sandwich concept in the Cape Coral–Fort Myers, Florida area producing over $312K in owner benefit, representing a strong return relative to the asking price for a food and beverage franchise. The business operates within a proven national franchise system providing brand support, supplier relationships, and operational infrastructure. Southwest Florida's growing residential population underpins sustained consumer traffic for established quick-service restaurant brands.

Jun 12

Multi Unit Pizza Franchise for Sale in Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
$749KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$289K
Multiple:2.6x
Why Buy

A multi-unit pizza franchise operation in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin metro area generating $289K in profit, offering the scale advantages and brand recognition of a national franchise system. Operating multiple locations under a single ownership structure allows for shared management, supplier leverage, and operational efficiencies. This is a compelling acquisition for a buyer seeking franchise scale with strong unit economics in a stable Midwest market.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 12

Franchise Fast Food Restaurant for Sale in Ocala, FL

Ocala, FL
$400KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

A franchise quick-service restaurant operating in north-central Florida under a nationally recognized brand, offering buyers the support structure of an established franchise system. The business serves a consistent consumer base in a growing Florida market with strong tourist and residential traffic. Franchise affiliation provides brand awareness, marketing support, and operational playbooks that reduce execution risk for new operators.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many food & beverage businesses are for sale?
There are currently 5,422 food & beverage businesses listed for sale across the United States, with 296 new listings in the past week.
What is the typical asking price for a food & beverage business?
The median asking price for food & beverage businesses is $450K, ranging from N/A to $49.5M.
What multiple of earnings do food & beverage businesses across the United States list for?
Across the 3,461 food & beverage businesses currently browsable across the United States, the median asking price is $450K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $150K. The median asking price works out to 3.0x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
Where are most food & beverage businesses for sale?
The states with the most food & beverage businesses for sale are CA, FL, NY, TX, NJ.
Is a food & beverage business a good acquisition?
Food & Beverage businesses can be excellent acquisitions depending on your criteria. Key factors to evaluate include recurring revenue, owner dependence, customer concentration, and growth potential. Use Searcher OS to compare listings and analyze CIMs for detailed financials.
Can I finance a food & beverage business acquisition?
Many food & beverage businesses qualify for SBA 7(a) loans, which cover 75-90% of the purchase price with 10-year terms at competitive rates. This makes acquisitions accessible with 10-15% down payment.

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