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

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Apr 17

Bubble Tea And Sandwich for Sale in Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA
$160KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$54K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This casual cafe in California's North Bay area generates approximately $54K in seller discretionary earnings on $25K in average monthly sales, operating from a compact approximately 1,100-square-foot space with notably low monthly rent. The menu focuses on bubble tea, Vietnamese sandwiches, desserts, and specialty beverages, serving a consistent customer base in a busy retail dining corridor surrounded by complementary restaurants and shops. The low rent structure and established customer flow create a strong foundation for an owner-operator to improve margins or grow sales through expanded hours or additional menu offerings.

Low MarginsHigh Seasonality
Apr 17

Casual Diner Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$199KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$68K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This trendy diner-style restaurant in the San Francisco Bay Area generates approximately $68K in seller discretionary earnings while operating as a largely absentee business, serving breakfast and lunch in a well-appointed space with a beer and wine license, skylight, and ample parking in a popular neighborhood. The fully equipped kitchen with a Type 1 hood, along with a favorable lease, provides a turnkey platform for a new owner to continue existing operations or reposition with a new concept. The combination of strong location, absentee operating model, and ABC license makes this a practical acquisition for an operator seeking a flexible food-and-beverage opportunity in a high-barrier market.

Absentee Owner
Apr 17

Deli And Cafe for Sale in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$85KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$8K
Multiple:10.6x
Why Buy

This San Francisco Bay Area deli and cafe has built a loyal neighborhood following with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere that draws morning commuters and weekend diners alike. The business operates in a high-foot-traffic location surrounded by complementary retail and dining, providing a built-in customer pipeline. With a favorable lease and strong community reputation, the operation offers a buyer a low-risk entry into the Bay Area food service market.

Sticky Customers
Apr 17

Wine Bar And Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$1.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$240K
Multiple:6.3x
Why Buy

This California wine bar and restaurant operates a full-service concept with curated wine selections, a high-end food menu, and multiple event revenue streams including tastings, wine club memberships, and private functions. The business has earned strong community recognition and loyal repeat clientele, supported by a thoughtfully designed space featuring indoor, outdoor, and bar seating. At $595K asking price with $240K in SDE, the acquisition offers a compelling multiple alongside a differentiated concept with significant revenue diversification.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 17

Breakfast Lunch Diner for Sale in California

CA
$199KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$68K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This absentee-operated California diner has maintained a loyal following for decades serving breakfast and lunch in a high-foot-traffic location. The business runs efficiently within limited daily hours, leaving meaningful upside for an owner-operator willing to extend service into evenings or introduce new concepts. With a beer and wine license and a fully equipped kitchen, the operation is turnkey for a new owner seeking a restaurant with strong community roots.

Absentee Owner
Apr 17

Dessert And Ice Cream for Sale in California

CA
$159KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$35K
Multiple:4.5x
Why Buy

This California dessert and ice cream shop is housed in a well-appointed, fully equipped commercial kitchen capable of baking and ice cream production, positioned in a dense urban area with high foot traffic and excellent street-level visibility. The facility features top-tier fixtures and ADA-compliant restrooms, making it move-in ready for a new concept or continuation of the current operation. At $159K asking price, the real value lies in the quality build-out and equipment, which would cost significantly more to replicate from scratch.

Sticky Customers
Apr 17

Coastal Cafe And Coffee for Sale in California

CA
$85KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:0.3x
Why Buy

This California coastal cafe has drawn a consistent mix of local regulars and tourists for over 25 years, benefiting from a beachside location that generates predictable seasonal and year-round traffic. The business operates throughout the day with a varied menu and comfortable multi-level indoor and outdoor seating. At an $85K ask against $250K in SDE, the valuation multiple is exceptionally attractive for a buyer seeking a high-cash-flow lifestyle business in a prime tourist corridor.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Apr 17

Profitable Long-running Deli Franchise for Sale in California

CA
$139KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$85K
Multiple:1.6x
Why Buy

This well-known deli franchise location in California has operated continuously under family ownership and benefits from a high-visibility setting surrounded by retail and service tenants that drive consistent foot traffic. The business generates over $85K in annual owner earnings with a strong lease in place and a full staff, making it largely turnkey for a new operator. The low asking price relative to earnings offers an accessible entry point for a buyer seeking a proven franchise concept with an established customer base.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky CustomersRetirement Sale
Apr 17

Restaurant Space for Sale in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$98KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$35K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

Located in a busy San Francisco Bay Area coastal shopping center with strong anchor tenants, this compact restaurant space features a brand-new build-out, a Type 1 hood, and all-new equipment. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic and ample parking, reducing the typical risk of a new concept launch. At under $100K asking price, the opportunity suits a first-time operator or existing restaurateur looking to expand with minimal upfront capital.

Apr 17

Indian Restaurant And Wine for Sale in California

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$90KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$450K
Multiple:0.2x
Why Buy

This California restaurant and wine bar occupies a recently renovated space in a high-foot-traffic entertainment district, featuring a Type 1 hood, spacious walk-in cooler, and a beautifully designed wine bar area. The cuisine has earned editorial recognition, creating marketing credibility that a new owner can leverage, while the beverage program offers additional high-margin revenue. An asking price of $90K against $450K in SDE makes this an exceptionally rare acquisition opportunity for a buyer ready to step in and operate.

Apr 17

Specialty Restaurant And Retail for Sale in California

CA
$249KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$75K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This California combination restaurant and retail shop specializes in authentic ethnic cuisine and imported goods, drawing customers from a broad regional area who seek out the distinctive menu and merchandise. Operating profitably for over two decades with a long-standing clientele and a fully equipped kitchen, the business benefits from a dual revenue model — food service plus retail — that is uncommon at this price point.

Sticky Customers
Apr 17

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$289KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$150K
Multiple:1.9x
Why Buy

This California full-service restaurant is located in a vibrant college-town market with strong residential density and consistent foot traffic, offering a new owner immediate operational momentum. The space is fully built out with two Type 1 hoods, a full spirits license, a walk-in cooler, and a stylish bar area, providing flexibility for multiple cuisine and hospitality concepts. Favorable lease terms and adjacent public parking reduce execution risk for a buyer looking to rebrand or continue existing operations.

Regulatory Risk
Apr 17

Breakfast Lunch Cafe for Sale in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$125KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:1.0x
Why Buy

This well-established San Francisco Bay Area breakfast and lunch cafe is positioned near a major commercial district, surrounded by hotels and professional high-rise buildings that drive consistent daytime traffic from both tourists and office professionals. Operating only through mid-afternoon, the business leaves clear upside for extended hours in the evening as a wine bar or casual dining destination. At $125K asking price with $120K in SDE, the near 1x multiple reflects a motivated seller and strong cash-flow economics for a new operator.

Absentee OwnerSticky Customers
Apr 17

Beverage And Snack Cafe for Sale in California

CA
$200KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$80K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This California beverage and snack cafe operates a trend-driven, high-margin menu in a modern space with indoor and outdoor seating, supported by strong online reviews and a loyal repeat customer base. The sale includes all recipes, equipment, and vendor relationships, making it a true turnkey handoff. Expansion vectors including delivery, catering, and franchising provide meaningful upside for an ambitious owner-operator.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Apr 17

Established Profitable Qsr Franchise Portfolio for Sale

$11.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$3.3M
Multiple:3.5x
Why Buy

This portfolio of more than 30 quick-service restaurant franchise locations across the West Coast generates substantial combined earnings and has built loyal, repeat customer bases at each location. The franchise model provides proven operational systems, brand recognition, and established vendor relationships that reduce execution risk for a new owner. This acquisition is suited to an experienced multi-unit operator or a private equity group seeking a platform with scale and geographic density.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
4w ago

Established Turnkey Pub & Restaurant for Sale in New York

Buffalo-Cheektowaga-Niagara Falls, NY
$550KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$86K
Multiple:6.4x
Why Buy

This pub and restaurant in upstate New York is a long-established community gathering place with loyal local patronage, seating for over 100 guests, and an outdoor patio for expanded service. The sale includes the fully equipped restaurant operation, the real property, and a four-bedroom residential apartment, making this an income property as well as an operating business. The business is priced for a buyer looking to take over a turnkey operation with deep community roots and room to grow.

Sticky Customers
Apr 17

Mexican Seafood Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$675KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:2.7x
Why Buy

This full-service Mexican seafood restaurant in the greater Los Angeles metro area has demonstrated strong gross margins in the range of 68–70% over multiple years, reflecting disciplined cost management and sustained customer demand. The business operates on a remotely managed model, making it appealing to buyers who prefer an owner-optional structure. Consistent net income and operational efficiency position this as a high-margin food and beverage acquisition in one of the country's largest dining markets.

Absentee OwnerSticky CustomersRevenue Decline
Apr 17

Catering & Events Company for Sale in San Diego, CA

San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
$320KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:2.7x
Why Buy

This boutique catering company in Southern California specializes in weddings and corporate events, operating from a shared commercial kitchen with a lean cost structure that supports strong profit margins. A contracted revenue pipeline and a reliable team of staff and contractors provide a new owner with immediate cash flow and operational momentum. The balanced mix of event types and supplemental private chef services diversifies revenue and reduces dependence on any single client segment.

Manager in PlaceSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Apr 17

Restaurant Franchise for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$449KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:3.7x
Why Buy

This southern New Jersey fast-casual restaurant franchise unit operates under a national brand and generates nearly one million dollars in annual sales, delivering meaningful owner profit in a proven dining concept with a loyal regional following. The franchise structure provides a new owner with brand recognition, supply chain access, and operational playbooks that reduce execution risk. The asking price is positioned to attract SBA-eligible buyers seeking an entry into the franchise food-service sector.

Recurring Revenue
Apr 17

Turnkey Affordable Cafe & Beverage Shop for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$125KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$30K
Multiple:4.2x
Why Buy

This cafe space in the South Florida market is available for acquisition and well-suited for a bubble tea concept, coffee shop, or similar beverage-focused operation. The location offers an established footprint that a new operator can reposition or rebrand to their concept. At a modest asking price, this represents a low-cost entry point into the South Florida food and beverage market.

Apr 17

Cafe & Deli Restaurant for Sale in Kansas City, KS

Kansas City, KS
$180KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$80K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This cafe and deli in the Kansas City metro area operates with a consistent customer base and generates steady owner earnings from a straightforward food service model. The business provides a manageable owner-operator opportunity in a mid-size Midwestern market with lower real estate and labor costs. Buyers seeking an accessible entry into the food and beverage sector will find this a practical, right-sized acquisition.

Retirement Sale
Apr 17

Restaurant Franchise for Sale in Alabama

AL
$415KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$142K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This Alabama restaurant franchise unit generates strong owner benefit supported by favorable rent economics, demonstrating that occupancy cost discipline is the key driver of profitability in this location. National brand franchise units with proven unit economics and low rent-to-sales ratios are among the most resilient small business acquisition targets. The SBA-eligible deal structure further broadens the buyer pool for this well-positioned franchise unit.

Apr 17

Motel & Restaurant Property for Sale in Nebraska

NE
$995KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$40K
Multiple:24.9x
Why Buy

This combined motel and retail restaurant property in Nebraska generates revenue from both lodging guests and a leased restaurant tenant, providing multiple income streams from a single acquisition. The motel has maintained consistent monthly occupancy with no advertising, suggesting organic demand from the surrounding area, while the restaurant lease provides supplemental income. The property includes owner or manager living quarters, making it well-suited for an on-site operator looking to grow occupancy through active marketing.

Retirement Sale
Apr 17

Multi Unit Casual Dining for Sale in Manchester, NH

Manchester-Nashua, NH
$2.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$650K
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This multi-unit casual dining company in southern New Hampshire operates from high-visibility highway exit locations with over six million dollars in annual sales across well-maintained, turn-key facilities seating up to 200 guests. Long-standing lease terms and a loyal regional customer base provide revenue stability, while the business's established brand and licensed full-service model reduce execution risk for a new owner. The scale of operations and prime commercial positioning make this a compelling platform acquisition in the New England dining market.

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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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