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High-Momentum Upscale Restaurant & Bar — Douglas County, CO

Douglas County, CO, US

CONFIDENTIAL LISTING — DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO Upscale Restaurant & Bar — Douglas County, CO Full-service breakfast, lunch & dinner | Full liquor license | Prime downtown location Name and address disclosed after NDA ASKING PRICE: $899,999 PROJECTED ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,225,464 MONTHLY RENT: ~$20,000 (lease terms disclosed post-NDA) THE OPPORTUNITY This is one of Douglas County's most talked-about new restaurant concepts — open since June 2025 and already over 2.2 million in first-year revenue. A rare opportunity to acquire a high-momentum, fully built-out restaurant with a proven concept, strong community following, and significant upside as operations mature into their second year. BUSINESS OVERVIEW This upscale casual eatery serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week from a prime downtown location in one of Colorado's fastest-growing communities. The concept delivers elevated comfort cuisine alongside a full bar with craft cocktails, curated wines, and local draft beer — positioning it above fast casual while remaining accessible and family-friendly. The restaurant features a seasonally inspired menu spanning all dayparts, with price points ranging from $14 to $48. The full bar program, live entertainment on weekends, private event capabilities, catering services, and online ordering through a modern POS system create multiple revenue streams that reduce dependence on any single channel. The concept has quickly built a loyal following, earning consistent 5-star reviews for food quality, attentive service, stunning decor, and a vibrant atmosphere. Live entertainment — piano, guitar, saxophone, and special ticketed events — drives strong repeat visit frequency and positions the business as a true dining destination. KEY HIGHLIGHTS → Strong revenue ramp: Generated over $2,200,000 in the first 12 months open! → Premium, diversified menu: All-day dining across breakfast, lunch, and dinner with broad price points, strong food and beverage mix, and a dedicated kids menu. → Full liquor license: Cocktail, wine, and beer program — a significant asset that meaningfully improves per-cover revenue and margin. → Multiple revenue streams: Dine-in, online ordering, private party bookings, catering, and live event ticketing all contribute to top-line revenue. → Prime Douglas County location: Situated in a vibrant downtown corridor drawing from one of Colorado's fastest-growing and highest-income counties. → Professional buildout complete: Stunning interior with full bar, patio seating, event-capable layout, and live entertainment infrastructure — no capital expenditure required at acquisition. → Growth potential: Currently closed for Mon–Tue dinner service, representing an immediate and low-cost revenue opportunity for a new owner-operator. → Turnkey operation: Experienced FOH and BOH staff, established vendor relationships, and complete systems including POS, online ordering, reservations, and catering platform. FINANCIAL SUMMARY This business opened June 1, 2025. The P&L for the first 12 months open reflects a strong operational foundation alongside typical first-year pre-opening and launch expenses. When normalized for one-time startup costs — including pre-opening payroll, initial buildout supplies, front-loaded marketing spend, and non-recurring financing costs — the business demonstrates solid underlying unit economics with a gross margin exceeding 71%. With over $2.2 million in annualized revenue based on current run rates, with approximately 12.5% flowing to the bottom line as the business reaches full stabilization. Complete financial documentation, including a recast P&L, will be provided to qualified buyers following signing of our NDA.

$899,999
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Market Snapshot

National transaction benchmarks for restaurant and food business businesses.

Under $500K

Median revenue$456k
Median cash flow$80k
Median sale price$130k
Multiple range1.2x - 2.5x

$500K to $2M

Median revenue$1.50m
Median cash flow$276k
Median sale price$750k
Multiple range2.1x - 3.5x

Over $2M

Median revenue$4.27m
Median cash flow$1.03m
Median sale price$3.20m
Multiple range2.7x - 4.0x

A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.

What to know about restaurant and food business acquisitions

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By George Wellmer

Cofounder & CEO

Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating restaurant and food business acquisitions.

Reconcile the sales — point-of-sale against bank deposits and tax returns

Cash-heavy businesses invite optimistic numbers; verify reported revenue against the processor and the returns before you trust a figure.

Read the lease like it's the deal

Remaining term, escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a restaurant; a strong concept on a non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.

Pressure-test prime cost — labor plus food

Margins are thin and move with wages and commodities; understand prime cost and how stable the kitchen and front-of-house staff are.

Confirm licenses and health standing transfer

Liquor licenses, health permits, and inspection history are valuable and sometimes fragile; review the record before you commit.

Test how much rides on the owner and concept

A chef-owner or personality-driven concept may not transfer; understand the recipes, systems, and whether the brand survives new ownership.

Budget for equipment and build-out condition

Kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and the dining room wear and date; tour it with someone who knows the gear.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common buyer questions for this market.

Yes, but they're scrutinized closely because margins are thin and failures common. Verifiable cash flow, a transferable lease, and systems that run without the owner make the difference.