Food & Beverage Businesses for Sale

Explore 6,111 food & beverage businesses for sale across the United States. Restaurants, cafes, and food service

Active Listings
6,111
Median Asking Price
$500K
Median SDE
$150K
Median Multiple
3.0x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$847K
Average SDE
$212K
Listed in Last 30 Days
3,577
Added This Week
798

Median figures are computed over the 3,486 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 6,111 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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May 8

Bistro & Cafe Restaurant for Sale in Pennsylvania

PA
$1.8MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$309K
Multiple:5.7x
Why Buy

This Pennsylvania bistro-style restaurant and craft beverage destination has developed a community following since 2020, generating normalized annual revenues exceeding $820K from a diversified menu of specialty brewed drinks, nitro teas, and breakfast and lunch offerings. The sale includes the real estate, providing a buyer with both a cash-flowing business and a tangible property asset — a rare combination in the restaurant segment. The retiring owners are prepared to transition a concept with loyal local patronage and systems ready for a new operator.

Retirement SaleRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
May 8

Italian Restaurant for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$575KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$170K
Multiple:3.4x
Why Buy

This award-winning Italian restaurant in the Tampa Bay metro area has earned multiple community recognition awards and maintained a strong local following for over two decades. The business generates nearly $170K in seller's discretionary earnings and operates under a semi-absentee model, offering flexibility for a buyer who does not want to be fully owner-operated. Seller financing is available with a meaningful down payment, reducing the capital barrier for a qualified buyer.

Manager in PlaceAbsentee OwnerSticky Customers
May 8

Specialty Health Food Restaurant for Sale in North Carolina

NC
$3.4MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:11.3x
Why Buy

This multi-unit health-focused quick-service concept has demonstrated strong and accelerating financial performance, with owner benefit growing significantly year over year and revenue trending toward the $1.5M range. Operating along a coastal North Carolina market, the business has established first-mover brand authority and a loyal, health-conscious customer base. The real estate and community integration provide durable competitive advantages for a buyer seeking a branded food and beverage platform.

Sticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryHigh Seasonality
May 7

Specialty Coffee Shop for Sale in Charleston, SC

Charleston-North Charleston, SC
$215KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$100K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This highly rated coffee shop in the greater Charleston, South Carolina area has become a community staple with a diverse menu and multiple revenue streams including specialty beverages, catering, and private event hosting. The catering and venue components differentiate this from a single-channel cafe and provide incremental high-margin revenue opportunities. Recent capital improvements including upgraded refrigeration and kitchen equipment reduce the near-term capex burden for a new owner.

May 7

Turnkey Profitable Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Florida

FL
$395KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$180K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

A turnkey full-service restaurant operating in a high-visibility Florida location with a favorable lease structure that includes utilities, reducing overhead and improving margins. The business holds a beer and wine license and features a newly remodeled interior with a fully equipped kitchen, making it ready for an incoming operator to install their own concept. With strong daily foot traffic from an upscale surrounding neighborhood, the unit is well-suited for an owner-operator or experienced restaurateur seeking an additional location.

May 7

Profitable Turnkey Fast Casual Restaurant for Sale in Michigan

MI
$588KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$110K
Multiple:5.4x
Why Buy

A high-volume fast-casual restaurant in Michigan with a streamlined menu that keeps operations simple and overhead low. The business benefits from strong online reviews, repeat customers, and robust delivery demand, generating consistent cash flow from day one. SBA pre-approval is in place, lowering the barrier to entry for qualified buyers seeking a straightforward food-service acquisition.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
May 7

Experiential Restaurant Franchise for Sale in Illinois

IL
$1.2MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$210K
Multiple:5.7x
Why Buy

A franchise restaurant in Illinois combining self-pour beverage technology with a full-service dining program, ranked in a national franchise publication's annual list. The flagship location features an experienced management team and operates in a high-traffic downtown suburban corridor that was previously impacted by a multi-year construction project, creating a compelling recovery and upside story for a new owner. Pre-construction revenue and earnings were materially higher, offering a clear path to restored performance.

Manager in PlaceSticky CustomersRevenue Decline
May 7

Sports Bar & Restaurant for Sale in Austin, TX

Austin-Round Rock, TX
$990KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$324K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

A high-volume sports bar and entertainment venue in the Austin, Texas metro area generating over one million dollars in annual revenue with strong discretionary earnings. An experienced management team enables limited owner involvement, making this suitable for an investor or semi-absentee operator. SBA lender pre-qualification is in place, allowing a qualified buyer to acquire the business with as little as ten percent down.

Manager in Place
May 7

Drive Through Beverage Chain for Sale in Oklahoma

OK
$2.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$455K
Multiple:4.6x
Why Buy

A small-market chain of drive-through beverage shops in Oklahoma operating under a proprietary trademarked brand with a proven unit economics model that outperforms industry peers. The current owner operates absentee and is motivated to sell, creating an opportunity to acquire an already systematized business with multiple profitable locations. The established brand and replicable concept provide a ready-made platform for expansion in small-town and suburban markets.

Absentee OwnerGrowth Trajectory
May 7

Italian Restaurant for Sale in Dallas, TX

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
$399KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$148K
Multiple:2.7x
Why Buy

A well-established Italian bistro operating for several years in a high-traffic Dallas corridor, offering indoor and outdoor dining, a large bar, live entertainment capability, and a private wine room. The business has built a loyal following across the broader metro area and generates strong beverage margins through its bar program. The combination of experiential amenities and a prime location creates a differentiated concept that is difficult to replicate at the asking price.

May 7

Specialty Food Mail Order for Sale in Tennessee

TN
$345KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$94K
Multiple:3.7x
Why Buy

A specialty food mail order and e-commerce business in Tennessee with over fifty years of operating history, selling premium gift food products through both an online store and an active retail fulfillment center. The customer base is highly loyal and repeat-oriented, with many purchasers returning annually for gifting occasions, particularly during the holiday season which accounts for the majority of annual sales. Untapped SEO investment and affinity marketing channels represent meaningful upside for a growth-oriented new owner.

High Seasonality
May 7

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Maryland

Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
$225KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$152K
Multiple:1.5x
Why Buy

A well-known full-service restaurant in the Baltimore, Maryland metro area with a loyal local following, low rent, and strong repeat traffic driven by a convenient high-visibility location near major thoroughfares and national retailers. Revenue has been trending upward year-over-year, and the current owners are motivated sellers pursuing retirement, creating a favorable negotiating environment. The combination of brand recognition, low occupancy costs, and current revenue growth makes this an attractive turnkey acquisition.

Absentee OwnerRetirement SaleSticky Customers
May 7

Ice Cream Franchise for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$565KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$128K
Multiple:4.4x
Why Buy

Two established franchise ice cream locations in the Palm Springs area of Southern California operating in busy shopping centers with high visibility and strong foot traffic. The portfolio benefits from a nationally recognized brand, premium product positioning, trained staff, and fully equipped stores ready for a smooth ownership transition. Multiple locations provide operational efficiency through shared management oversight and higher combined revenue potential.

Sticky Customers
May 7

Sandwich Franchise Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$100KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$96K
Multiple:1.0x
Why Buy

A fast-casual sandwich franchise location in California positioned above traditional quick-service competitors with premium ingredients and a loyal customer following in a high-traffic shopping center. The business is currently absentee-operated, meaning an engaged owner-operator has clear upside from increased sales focus without needing to build operational systems from scratch. The regional franchise concept and proven format provide a ready-made platform for a buyer seeking a food-service acquisition with immediate cash flow.

Absentee Owner
May 7

Profitable Turnkey Japanese Restaurant for Sale in California

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$329KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$131K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

A high-volume Japanese cuisine restaurant operating in a food court setting with strong foot traffic benefits from a fully staffed team and an established menu, enabling a new owner to generate income from day one. The business produces meaningful discretionary earnings relative to its asking price, making it an attractive entry point for owner-operators or experienced restaurateurs. Located in Southern California, the concept is positioned in a prime shared-venue environment with ample parking and consistent consumer demand.

Manager in Place
May 7

Organic Smoothie & Juice for Sale in Greensboro, NC

Greensboro-High Point, NC
$650KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$270K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This multi-unit organic smoothie and juice bar operation in the Greensboro, North Carolina area runs three profitable locations under a recognized brand, generating $950K in annual revenue with a loyal health-conscious customer base. The business has built consistent foot traffic across all locations since 2017, capitalizing on durable demand for organic and nutritious food options. Multiple locations provide operational diversification and a platform for continued regional expansion under new ownership.

Absentee OwnerRecurring RevenueSticky CustomersHigh Seasonality
May 7

French Bakery & Caf for Sale in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans-Metairie, LA
$850KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$260K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This French-inspired artisan bakery and café in the New Orleans market generates over $1.0M in annual revenue with approximately $260K in discretionary earnings, supported by a loyal repeat customer base and strong word-of-mouth reputation. The business operates multiple revenue streams including pastries, savory items, and premium coffee with minimal marketing investment to date, suggesting meaningful upside from expanded digital presence, catering, and wholesale channels. For an owner-operator or investor, the established brand recognition and proven concept create a compelling foundation for a single or multi-location growth strategy.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
May 6

Established Profitable Bar & Lounge for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$400KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$180K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This bar and lounge operates in a high-foot-traffic New York City entertainment district, generating strong owner earnings from a proven nightlife concept in one of the country's most active hospitality markets. The location's density of entertainment demand and established customer base provide a durable revenue foundation for an incoming operator.

May 6

Quick Service Restaurant Franchise for Sale in Texas

TX
$120KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$63K
Multiple:1.9x
Why Buy

This nationally recognized quick-service restaurant franchise operates inside a high-traffic retail anchor in Texas, benefiting from built-in foot traffic without reliance on standalone marketing. A streamlined, focused menu supports efficient operations and consistent execution for an owner-operator. The franchise brand has nearly 900 locations and a well-established expansion program, providing operational support and brand recognition.

Low Margins
May 6

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Orlando, FL

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
$100KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$40K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This established full-service restaurant in the Orlando, Florida metro has been operating for approximately nine years and holds a beer, wine, and spirits license along with a commercial hood system. The business offers a buyer an operational foundation with existing systems, equipment, and an active liquor license — a significant barrier to entry in the Florida market. The asking price suggests an opportunity for a hands-on operator to acquire a turnkey operation at an accessible entry point.

May 6

Established Profitable Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Missouri

MO
$250KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$70K
Multiple:3.6x
Why Buy

This pizza restaurant operates from a large second-generation space in Missouri with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering capabilities, supported by a beer and wine license and a lease running through 2031. The fully equipped commercial kitchen requires minimal capital investment for a new operator, and below-market rent supports favorable unit economics. The business is SBA-eligible with a modest down payment, lowering the cash-on-cash barrier for a qualified buyer.

May 6

Fast Casual Mexican Restaurant for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$550KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

This fast casual Mexican restaurant in the Miami, Florida metro generates over $1.5 million in annual sales with approximately $300,000 in owner earnings, reflecting strong unit-level economics for the format. The concept benefits from consistent demand and a proven operating model suited for an owner-operator or experienced restaurateur. The asking price relative to cash flow implies a reasonable acquisition multiple for a well-performing single-location concept.

May 6

Multi Unit Restaurant Group for Sale in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC
$3.7MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$1.3M
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This multi-unit restaurant group in the Charlotte, North Carolina metro generates over $10 million in annual sales with approximately $1.3 million in discretionary earnings, delivering strong cash flow across multiple operating locations. The portfolio provides revenue diversification across units, reducing dependence on any single location's performance. The deal size and cash flow profile make this a compelling platform for a regional operator or strategic buyer seeking scale.

Growth Trajectory
May 6

Established Turnkey Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Texas

TX
$99KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$45K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This independent pizza restaurant in the Texas Hill Country has an established customer base and turnkey operations ready for a new owner to take over. The business generates positive seller discretionary earnings relative to a modest asking price, offering an accessible entry point into food service ownership. The Hill Country location benefits from a mix of local demand and tourism traffic throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many food & beverage businesses are for sale?
There are currently 6,111 food & beverage businesses listed for sale across the United States, with 798 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 $500K, ranging from N/A to $26.0M.
What multiple of earnings do food & beverage businesses across the United States list for?
Across the 3,486 food & beverage businesses currently browsable across the United States, the median asking price is $500K 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 FL, CA, 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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