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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Apr 24

Subway Franchise for Sale in Detroit, MI

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI
$145KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$45K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This Subway franchise location in the Detroit, MI metro area generates approximately $45,000 in SDE on a $180,000 asking price and has been structured for SBA financing with as little as 15% down, lowering the cash-at-close requirement for a qualified buyer. The business operates under one of the most recognized quick-service restaurant brands globally, with established supply chain, training, and marketing infrastructure included in the franchise system. At roughly 4x SDE, the valuation is typical for a single-unit QSR franchise in a major metro market.

Sticky CustomersLow Margins
Apr 24

Established Mixed-use Bar With Residential Unit for Sale

$229KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$60K
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This mixed-use property in a northern Wisconsin recreational market combines a fully equipped turnkey bar on the main level with a remodeled two-bedroom apartment above, generating approximately $60,000 in SDE on a $229,000 asking price. The bar benefits from consistent year-round traffic from both local regulars and outdoor recreation enthusiasts, positioned along a popular snowmobile trail in a Northwoods destination area. The inclusion of real estate and a residential rental unit provides an acquirer with diversified income and long-term asset value beyond the bar business alone.

Sticky Customers
Apr 24

Pizzeria And Bar for Sale in Hartford, CT

Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT
$2.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$630K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This full-service pizzeria, restaurant, and bar in the Hartford, CT metro area has operated as a local institution for over 40 years, generating over $4.2M in gross revenue and approximately $630,000 in SDE from a 6,000 square foot facility with a full commercial kitchen, large bar, and outdoor patio. The business benefits from a deeply loyal customer base and a high-visibility location with proximity to schools, offices, and medical facilities driving consistent foot traffic. At roughly 3.3x SDE on a $2.1M asking price, the deal offers a buyer a proven, scalable hospitality operation with decades of brand equity.

Growth TrajectorySticky Customers
Apr 24

Profitable Established Asian Restaurant for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$650KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$216K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This established Asian restaurant in the South Florida market generates strong seller discretionary earnings relative to its asking price, reflecting a well-run operation with a loyal customer base. The business has built a reputation as a top dining destination in its trade area, supported by consistent volume and a proven concept. With solid margins and existing infrastructure, this acquisition is well-suited for an experienced restaurateur or first-time buyer entering a high-demand dining market.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Apr 24

Turnkey Profitable Bar And Restaurant for Sale in Kentucky

KY
$895KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$136K
Multiple:6.6x
Why Buy

This destination bar and restaurant in central Kentucky is positioned along a high-traffic tourism corridor, benefiting from both local regulars and visitors to the region's popular attractions. The concept features indoor and outdoor seating, event programming, and an experienced management team willing to remain post-sale, providing strong operational continuity. The business generates positive cash flow and offers a new owner the opportunity to step into an established concept with built-in brand recognition and a loyal following.

Manager in PlaceRetirement SaleSticky Customers
Apr 24

Full Service Restaurant Bar for Sale in Chicago, IL

Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
$1.3MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:4.3x
Why Buy

This neighborhood restaurant and bar in the Chicago metro area has operated for over a decade with a loyal following, award-recognized menu, and strong brand recognition within its community. Revenue is diversified across dine-in, outdoor patio, bar sales, and delivery, reducing reliance on any single channel and providing resilience across demand environments. Consistent net income over multiple years demonstrates a durable operating model rather than a single-year result.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 24

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Louisville/Jefferson County, KY

Louisville/Jefferson County, KY
$1.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$151K
Multiple:10.0x
Why Buy

This full-service restaurant in the Louisville metro area has operated for multiple decades, developing deep community goodwill and a loyal repeat customer base that sustains consistent revenue. Current ownership is part-time, with managers supporting daily operations, providing a new owner with immediate operational continuity and a ready team. The business presents meaningful upside through renewed marketing investment and updated operating practices that have been largely set aside in recent years.

Manager in PlaceGrowth Trajectory
Apr 24

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Connecticut

CT
$975KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$150K
Multiple:6.5x
Why Buy

This longstanding restaurant generates over one million dollars in annual revenue and carries a loyal customer base with demonstrated repeat traffic. The current ownership is seeking a timely transition, creating an opportunity for a new operator to acquire an established platform with immediate upside through active management and marketing. The business is positioned for growth under an engaged owner who can build on the existing goodwill and operational foundation.

Sticky Customers
Apr 23

Established Turnkey Boutique Bakery Business for Sale

$420KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$132K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This premium dessert and bakery operation generates revenue across multiple channels including retail walk-in, online orders, corporate catering, weddings, and seasonal events. The fully built-out commercial facility includes substantial equipment and working capital transferring with the sale, enabling a seamless ownership transition. Experienced staff and documented systems are in place, supporting a buyer who wants to step into an operating business without building from scratch.

Apr 23

Established Profitable Full Service Restaurant for Sale

$500KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$200K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This full-service restaurant has operated for over a decade, generating more than one and a half million dollars in annual revenue with a loyal repeat customer base that sustains consistent traffic without heavy advertising spend. The business includes a full bar, commercial kitchen, and a private dining space that creates additional event revenue and margin diversification. The turnkey operation with trained staff in place allows a new owner to assume control and begin generating cash flow immediately.

Apr 23

Turnkey Asset-sale Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Florida

FL
$50KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$21K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This contemporary comfort food restaurant in Florida operates from a fully equipped facility with an established menu concept and existing sales base, available as an asset sale at a low entry price. Current ownership is absentee, and SDE projections reflect a working owner taking an active role, suggesting meaningful income upside for an engaged operator or family team. The existing physical plant and customer base provide a foundation that a hands-on buyer can leverage to grow catering and off-premise revenue.

Absentee OwnerKey Person Risk
Apr 23

Profitable Turnkey Boba Tea Cafe for Sale

TX
$145KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$91K
Multiple:1.6x
Why Buy

This absentee-operated specialty beverage cafe produces strong cash flow relative to its asking price, reflecting a lean cost structure and consistent customer demand. The business is positioned on a high-visibility retail corridor, supporting steady foot traffic year-round. Turnkey operations and current absentee management make this an accessible acquisition for a first-time buyer or portfolio operator.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceGrowth Trajectory
Apr 23

Tea And Dessert Cafe for Sale in Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV
$150KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$30K
Multiple:5.0x
Why Buy

This fully built-out tea and dessert cafe in the Las Vegas metro area occupies a high-traffic retail corridor with existing hood ventilation, grease trap, and dining infrastructure in place, reducing the capital investment required for a new concept. The asset is being offered without the current name or recipes, providing a new owner full flexibility to introduce their own brand and menu while inheriting the physical plant and lease. The location's proximity to residential neighborhoods and freeway access supports strong foot traffic potential for an operator with a compelling food and beverage concept.

Apr 23

Smoothie And Bowl Franchise for Sale in Florida

FL
$185KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$61K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This health-focused quick-service franchise location in southwest Florida generates positive cash flow under absentee ownership, with meaningful earnings upside available to an owner who takes an active operational role. The business benefits from a high-traffic power center location anchored by national retailers, a trained team in place, and significant prior investment in leasehold improvements and equipment that a new owner inherits without additional capital outlay. The simple menu, loyal following, and franchise support structure make this a manageable first acquisition for an owner-operator entering the food and beverage sector.

Absentee OwnerRecurring Revenue
Apr 23

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$249KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$107K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This independently operated full-service restaurant has maintained a consistent presence in its local South Carolina market for over three and a half decades, building a loyal customer base around a traditional menu focused on fresh preparation and quality. The long operating history and turnkey operational setup provide a new owner with immediate stability and a proven concept that has demonstrated resilience across multiple business cycles. Continued growth potential exists in a desirable market for an operator willing to invest in marketing and expanded service offerings.

Sticky Customers
Apr 23

Dessert Franchise Shop for Sale in Cape Coral, FL

Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
$300KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$78K
Multiple:3.9x
Why Buy

This franchise dessert shop operates in a high-foot-traffic retail plaza in Southwest Florida, offering a streamlined product line with strong community demand. The business generates over $75K in owner earnings on a simple, easy-to-run model with a full W2 staff already in place. Equipment valued at over $80K is included, and catering expansion provides a clear near-term growth lever.

Apr 23

Specialty Bakery Franchise for Sale in Florida

FL
$300KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$56K
Multiple:5.3x
Why Buy

This franchise breakfast and bakery concept benefits from a modern buildout with over $350K in leasehold improvements and growing foot traffic driven by nearby development. The business operates with a full team in place and serves a differentiated all-day breakfast menu that generates strong repeat demand. With catering and local market expansion opportunities available, the business is well-positioned for an owner-operator to accelerate revenue growth.

Apr 23

Specialty Gourmet Food Retailer for Sale in Alabama

Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL
$1.0MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$446K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This specialty gourmet food business operates inside a grocery store in coastal Alabama, offering premium cheeses, prepared foods, dips, and desserts to a loyal repeat customer base built through word-of-mouth. The business generates approximately $445K in SDE on a relatively simple, easy-to-manage operating model with immediate income from day one. Significant upside exists through expanded marketing, catering, corporate gifting, and additional locations.

Retirement SaleSticky Customers
Apr 23

Fast Casual Sandwich Franchise for Sale in Texas

TX
$395KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$79K
Multiple:5.0x
Why Buy

This franchise sandwich and fast casual concept operates near a major university with four additional colleges within a five-mile radius, providing a densely concentrated, recurring customer base of students and faculty. The business benefits from a recognized brand with a loyal following, a digital rewards program, and recently added lunch service driving incremental revenue growth. With approximately $79K in SDE and low buildout costs as a second-generation space, this is an accessible entry point into franchise food service near a captive audience.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Apr 23

Dessert Franchise for Sale in Corpus Christi, TX

Corpus Christi, TX
$295KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$61K
Multiple:4.8x
Why Buy

This dessert franchise has been operating for over a decade in the South Texas market, benefiting from a leased location in a growing trade area with semi-absentee ownership already in place. The business generates approximately $61K in SDE and has established brand awareness and customer loyalty over its operating history. The current layout can be expanded to support additional cash flow, making it a natural fit for an owner seeking to step in and grow an existing concept.

Absentee OwnerRetirement SaleGrowth Trajectory
Apr 23

Bar & Restaurant for Sale in New York

NY
$900KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$135K
Multiple:6.7x
Why Buy

This midtown Manhattan bar and restaurant occupies a premium location between two of the city's highest-traffic transit and entertainment destinations, with a multi-million dollar buildout that historically supported over $4M in annual revenue prior to the pandemic. The second-generation space is available at a fraction of replacement cost, offering a new owner the flexibility to continue the existing concept or reposition the space in a new direction. Generating $135K in SDE, the business is priced to allow the right buyer to capitalize on an irreplaceable high-traffic Manhattan corridor.

Apr 23

Established Food & Beverage for Sale in Detroit, MI

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI
$1.3MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$87K
Multiple:15.2x
Why Buy

Established food & beverage business serving the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro. The business generates meaningful owner earnings, supporting an acquisition in the $1M–$2M range. Exact location, full description, and seller details are available after sign-up.

Sticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryHigh Seasonality
Apr 23

Health & Nutrition Franchise for Sale in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
$125KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$40K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This health and nutrition franchise operates in a high-visibility Atlanta-area corridor benefiting from strong foot traffic and proximity to a major professional sports venue, offering chef-prepared meals, personalized coaching, and a recurring-revenue membership model. The business is fully operational and turnkey, saving a new owner months of startup time, permitting, and buildout expense. With $40K in SDE and $50K in included equipment, this is an accessible entry point for a health-focused buyer seeking to grow an established franchise brand in a premium market location.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Apr 23

Upscale Restaurant for Sale in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
$2.9MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$400K
Multiple:7.3x
Why Buy

This fully renovated upscale restaurant in midtown Atlanta occupies 3,639 square feet of freestanding space in a high-traffic corridor near a major park, delivering approximately $400K in SDE in a market with consistently strong dining demand. The historic character of the building combined with modern upgrades creates a distinctive dining environment that supports premium positioning and repeat patronage. The sale-leaseback structure provides a buyer with a turnkey investment combining operating income and a long-term lease in one of Atlanta's most desirable neighborhoods.

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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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