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 7

Ice Cream Franchise Store for Sale in Minnesota

MN
$459KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$155K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

A franchise ice cream and frozen dessert store generating $155K in owner earnings with a fully staffed team, enabling current absentee ownership. The proven franchise concept benefits from a loyal customer base and consistent demand for seasonal and year-round frozen treats. Buyers seeking a semi-passive investment or a scalable platform for multi-unit franchise ownership will find this a reliable cash-flowing asset.

Absentee OwnerSticky Customers
Apr 7

Pizzeria & Bar Restaurant for Sale in Bend, OR

Bend, OR
$650KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$170K
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This from-scratch pizzeria and bar in central Oregon is located in a high-traffic retail corridor near outdoor recreation destinations, generating strong year-round demand from both local residents and visitors. The concept emphasizes quality ingredients and an efficient kitchen operation, supporting solid margins in the food and beverage segment. The business has built a loyal local following and benefits from consistent foot traffic driven by surrounding anchor retailers and residential growth nearby.

Sticky Customers
Apr 7

Asian Restaurant for Sale in Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Island-Bluffton-Port Royal, SC
$500KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:1.7x
Why Buy

This full-service Asian restaurant in the South Carolina coastal market benefits from strong tourism demand and a loyal local following in one of the region's premier resort destinations. The concept includes dining room, bar seating, and outdoor seating, creating multiple revenue zones within a single operation. Strong earnings relative to the asking price and a high-demand tourist market make this an attractive acquisition for a hospitality operator.

Sticky Customers
Apr 7

Established Profitable Boba Tea Shop for Sale in Reno, NV

Reno, NV
$550KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This independent boba tea business in the Reno area operates multiple brick-and-mortar locations alongside a mobile event trailer, creating diversified revenue across retail and experiential channels. Strong brand recognition, a loyal community following, and an established presence at major regional events provide a differentiated market position relative to franchise competitors. The multi-channel model and existing systems offer a new owner immediate cash flow with meaningful upside through expanded marketing or additional locations.

Sticky Customers
Apr 7

New York City Deli for Sale in New York, NY

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY
$850KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$30K
Multiple:28.3x
Why Buy

This turnkey deli operation in Manhattan is fully equipped with a complete kitchen, ample storage, and casual seating, positioned in a high-foot-traffic urban location with strong accessibility. The business generates additional income from ancillary services beyond food sales, providing supplemental revenue streams alongside core deli operations. A fully built-out space in one of the world's most densely populated markets eliminates significant startup capital requirements for a new operator.

Apr 7

Commercial Catering Company for Sale in Washington, VA

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, VA
$1.6MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$2.3M
Multiple:0.7x
Why Buy

This Northern Virginia catering operation generates substantial annual sales supported by a large production facility, an experienced staff, and an owned delivery fleet that enables broad geographic coverage across the metro region. The business operates in one of the country's highest-income and highest-density markets, with strong corporate and institutional catering demand. Attractive earnings relative to the asking price and fully operational infrastructure make this a turnkey acquisition for a hospitality operator or strategic buyer.

Manager in Place
Apr 6

Established Profitable Independent Pizzeria for Sale in Ohio

OH
$100KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$52K
Multiple:1.9x
Why Buy

This independent pizza restaurant in northeastern Ohio operates with an exceptionally lean cost structure anchored by a monthly occupancy expense that is a fraction of typical retail food service operations, producing strong discretionary earnings on modest annual revenue. The menu serves individual consumers, schools, churches, and civic organizations, providing a diversified customer mix with recurring institutional demand. All equipment and inventory transfer with the sale, and no deferred maintenance burdens the incoming owner.

Retirement SaleRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Apr 6

Ice Cream & Smoothie for Sale in Florida

FL
$75KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$54K
Multiple:1.4x
Why Buy

This specialty frozen dessert and smoothie shop is located in a waterfront district in Florida that hosts regular community events, generating strong consistent foot traffic with minimal advertising expense. The business offers a broad variety of made-to-order products and operates in a desirable retail setting with ample parking within a larger plaza. Low operational complexity and a loyal local customer base make this an accessible opportunity for an owner-operator entering the food and beverage sector.

Sticky CustomersHigh Seasonality
Apr 6

Fast Casual Taqueria for Sale in Houston, TX

Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
$496KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$361K
Multiple:1.4x
Why Buy

This fast-casual Mexican street food concept operates across two locations in the greater Houston area, generating combined annual sales exceeding $1.4 million with strong seller's discretionary earnings. One unit features a drive-thru format and patio seating while the second operates in a high-traffic strip center, both benefiting from proximity to major retailers and residential density. The diversified multi-unit structure provides immediate scale and redundancy for a buyer seeking a proven food and beverage platform in one of the country's largest metro markets.

Apr 6

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in St. Louis, MO

St. Louis, MO
$950KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$455K
Multiple:2.1x
Why Buy

This iconic full-service restaurant in the St. Louis metro has built strong brand recognition and a loyal customer base over many years of continuous operation, generating substantial discretionary earnings relative to its asking price. The offering includes an opportunity to acquire associated real estate separately, which features additional rental income potential and long-term asset ownership value. With the owner retiring and a smooth transition anticipated, this is a rare chance to acquire a high-performing concept with meaningful upside and an established community presence.

Sticky CustomersRetirement Sale
Apr 6

Upscale European Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$1.9MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$815K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This stylish European-concept restaurant in the Los Angeles metro generates strong discretionary earnings, reflecting a well-regarded dining experience with a loyal customer base in one of the country's most competitive restaurant markets. The concept's top-rated reputation and distinctive cuisine position it as a destination restaurant rather than a commodity dining option, supporting premium pricing and repeat patronage. An incoming owner inherits an established brand, trained team, and proven concept with the infrastructure to sustain and grow a loyal guest following.

Apr 6

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Atlanta, GA

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
$399KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$134K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This restaurant in the Atlanta metro's Cherokee County submarket generates strong discretionary earnings from a consistent local customer base in a high-growth suburban corridor. The greater Atlanta market's ongoing population expansion continues to drive restaurant demand, particularly in suburban counties experiencing residential and commercial development. A buyer with restaurant operations experience can step into an established concept with proven cash flow and a customer base already familiar with the brand.

Apr 2

Restaurant With Real Estate for Sale in Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
$2.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$200K
Multiple:10.5x
Why Buy

This fully built restaurant property in the Milwaukee metro includes two kitchens, two bars, and both indoor and outdoor dining capacity, with additional parcels offering long-term development optionality. The turnkey infrastructure eliminates construction timelines and allows a buyer to reopen and generate revenue quickly. Strong replacement cost value and multiple underutilized revenue channels — including catering, events, and patio expansion — provide meaningful upside for an operator willing to increase throughput and improve labor efficiency.

Growth Trajectory
Apr 6

Pizza Restaurant & Bar for Sale in South Carolina

SC
$940KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This combined pizza and craft bar operation in Colorado's Summit County mountain resort corridor serves year-round tourist and residential traffic from the only commercially zoned area between two resort towns. The dual-concept model — a take-out pizzeria with over a decade of local following alongside a full-service bar with private events programming — has grown owner cash flow by over 55% in recent years. The business is largely staff-operated, SBA 7(a) eligible, and benefits from a favorable unincorporated tax position relative to in-town and resort-adjacent competitors.

Apr 6

Seasonal Ice Cream Shop for Sale in New York

NY
$450KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$126K
Multiple:3.6x
Why Buy

This seasonal ice cream and food shop in New York has operated for over two decades, generating approximately $470K in annual revenue and $125K in owner earnings across only six months of active operation each year. The high-traffic, roadside location captures both loyal local customers and convenience shoppers, supporting consistent year-over-year performance. The lifestyle appeal — earning a full year's income in half the time — combined with an established 25-year reputation makes this a rare and compelling acquisition for a buyer seeking a profitable seasonal business.

Sticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryHigh Seasonality
Apr 6

Fast Casual Restaurant for Sale in New Jersey

NJ
$190KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$110K
Multiple:1.7x
Why Buy

This fully equipped fast casual restaurant space in Union County, New Jersey is available as a turnkey asset sale with over $250K invested in build-out and equipment. The high-foot-traffic location supports a variety of cuisine concepts, giving a new operator flexibility to retain the existing model or reposition entirely. With $110K in SDE, the business offers strong cash-on-cash returns relative to the $190K asking price.

Low Margins
Apr 6

Bbq Restaurant for Sale in Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
$429KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$206K
Multiple:2.1x
Why Buy

This BBQ restaurant in the Indianapolis metro operates from an efficient food court format with consistent foot traffic driven by surrounding retail and entertainment anchors. The counter-service model and no-alcohol operation keep labor lean and simplify day-to-day management, while verified sales of nearly $800K and owner benefit exceeding $200K demonstrate strong unit economics. Clean books, turnkey systems, and SBA financing availability make this an accessible acquisition for a first-time restaurant owner.

Low Margins
Apr 6

Turnkey Profitable Health Focused Cafe for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$44KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$52K
Multiple:0.8x
Why Buy

This health-oriented cafe in the Tampa Bay area operates on a streamlined model with limited staffing, indoor and outdoor seating, and approximately half of sales generated from takeout, providing both dine-in revenue and off-premises scalability. The concept targets the growing clean eating and lifestyle food segment, positioning it well for sustained demand as consumer interest in healthier options continues to expand. Simple operations and fully built-out infrastructure make this a low-friction acquisition for a food and beverage operator.

Apr 6

Caribbean Restaurant for Sale in Florida

FL
$99KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$62K
Multiple:1.6x
Why Buy

This fast-casual Caribbean restaurant in South Florida operates primarily as a takeout and delivery concept, serving authentic island cuisine centered on traditional seafood dishes and homemade desserts with strong appeal to Caribbean community members and food enthusiasts seeking genuine regional flavors. The business has built a loyal following and established reputation for quality without relying on dine-in overhead, keeping operating costs lean. Strong gross revenue relative to asking price and a focused menu make this an efficient acquisition in the specialty food and beverage category.

Sticky Customers
Apr 6

Breakfast & Brunch Cafe for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$330KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$230K
Multiple:1.4x
Why Buy

This breakfast and brunch cafe in the Tampa Bay area operates Thursday through Tuesday with daytime-only hours, generating nearly $230K in owner benefit on a $300K asking price — among the strongest cash-on-cash return profiles in the restaurant category. The simple menu of coffee, pastries, and made-to-order breakfast and lunch items, complemented by beer and wine service, keeps operations manageable and ticket averages healthy. SBA financing with 20% down is available, making ownership accessible without deploying significant capital upfront.

Apr 6

Specialty Coffee Franchise for Sale in Florida

FL
$357KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$12K
Multiple:30.8x
Why Buy

This established specialty coffee franchise location in Brevard County, Florida operates on an owner-absentee model with day-to-day management handled by an experienced general manager expected to remain post-sale. The franchise brand is one of the fastest-growing specialty coffee concepts in the United States, providing brand equity, marketing support, and in-house roasting that differentiates it from independent operators. Brevard County's growing population base supports long-term demand, making this a semi-passive platform acquisition for a buyer seeking brand-backed cash flow with minimal operational involvement.

High Seasonality
Apr 6

Ice Cream & Smoothie for Sale in Florida

FL
$125KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$51K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This dessert and beverage concept operates in a high-traffic waterfront district with strong consistent foot traffic generated by community events, reducing dependence on paid advertising. The business offers a made-to-order menu with a wide variety of flavors, supporting healthy per-ticket customization. With low operational complexity and demonstrated profitability, it appeals to both first-time owner-operators and lifestyle buyers.

Apr 6

Fast Casual Burger Restaurant for Sale in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
$210KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$72K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This counter-service burger concept is situated in a high-traffic Phoenix metro trade area, drawing steady patronage from nearby residents, students, and office workers across multiple dayparts. The business holds strong ratings on major review platforms and benefits from an efficient streamlined operating model with a well-trained staff in place. Its semi-absentee-friendly structure makes it attractive to both hands-on operators seeking immediate cash flow and passive investors.

Manager in PlaceSticky Customers
Apr 6

Superfood Cafe Franchise for Sale in Arizona

AZ
$175KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$52K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This fast-casual superfood cafe franchise offers a made-to-order menu of acai bowls, smoothies, juices, wraps, and grain bowls with a focus on nutrient-dense ingredients and dietary customization. Currently operated on an absentee basis, the business presents a meaningful upside opportunity for an engaged owner-operator to improve sales performance and day-to-day efficiency. The franchise model provides brand infrastructure and operational support for a new owner entering the health-food segment.

Absentee OwnerManager in Place

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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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