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restaurant and food business for Sale in Kentucky
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Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shops
Quick Service Restaurants
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shops
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Cold Stone Creamery Owensboro, KY - South Frederica Retail Corridor!
Owensboro, Daviess County, Kentucky 42301-7477, United States
Owensboro, Daviess County, KY 42301-7477, US
High-Volume Well-Established Cold Stone Creamery Owensboro, KY - South Frederica Retail Corridor! "Minutes From The Newly Opened Maui's Owensboro Family Entertainment Center" Offering the best tasting, made-to-order ice cream! Churned in-store fresh daily using only the finest ingredients & mixed on a frozen granite stone w/endless combinations of fruits, nuts, candy, sauces & more. Also, dairy-free sorbet. Plus, a new plant based almond milk product. Every creation custom-made available in cups, cones, waffle bowls & shakes + mix & go. Every option for everyone, all served in a fun & friendly atmosphere. Cold Stone also offers smoothies along with pre-packed quarts & party packs in addition to the richest ice cream cakes, cupcakes & cookie sandwiches. All these products are available for delivery or takeout & can be conveniently ordered online or by smart phone. Cold Stone has the perfect cake for any occasion: signature, birthday, kid-themed, petite, custom & photo cakes + signature pies. Cold Stone is the nation's leading premium ice cream brand. Voted "Best Ice Cream" countless times. Quality, variety & choice-what customers want. With seemingly endless combinations of mix-ins, allows customers to dream up their own ice cream treat or choose from their wildly popular Signature Creations. Never prepackaged or shipped in, it's the freshness factor that sets them apart. They’re better because made fresh every day in every store, puts them in a class of their own. Industry experts categorize Cold Stone as "Super Premium." An artisanal ice cream churned fresh on-site w/high standards for taste, consistency & texture. Well established franchise location for over 19 years. Owner operated. 2026 YTD sales up 12%! Prime retail space at 5140 Frederica St in Owensboro, KY, one of the city's busiest retail & restaurant corridors. Benefits from outstanding visibility, easy access, ample parking & continuous consumer traffic. Strategically positioned at the signalized intersection of Frederica St & Southtown Blvd, directly in front of Home Depot. Perfectly situated within one of Owensboro's premier retail trade areas. Home to major national retailers, restaurants, businesses & regional shopping destinations that drive consistent customer activity throughout the day & evening. Plus, a new entertainment venue called Maui’s Owensboro just opened in May. A popular family entertainment destination featuring attractions, games, parties & group events. Location Highlights • Owensboro's premier retail corridor • Highly visible frontage on Frederica St • Directly in front of Home Depot • High-traffic commercial area • Strong daytime employment population • Established regional shopping destination • Surrounded by many national retailers incl Best Buy, Dollar Tree, Five Below, Michaels, Office Depot, Sam’s Club, Target, T.J. Maxx, Ulta Beauty, Walmart & more • Plus many national restaurants incl 7 Brew Coffee, Applebee’s, Chipotle, Cracker Barrel, Fazoli’s, Firehouse Subs, O’Charley’s, Olive Garden, Ritzy’s, Yido Ramen, Yummy Bowl, Zaxbys & more • Minutes from the newly opened Maui's Owensboro family entertainment center • Strong surrounding retail/restaurant/entertainment synergy • Dense residential neighborhoods nearby Also, a short drive from 4 colleges & universities (Kentucky Wesleyan College, Owensboro Community & Technical College, Western Kentucky University Owensboro & Brescia University) serving thousands of students, faculty, staff & visitors. This Cold Stone benefits from their year-round college-related traffic, athletic events, campus activities & graduation celebrations. Feel free to stop by the location as a customer first. This is a HIGHLY confidential listing, DO NOT talk to any owners, employees or patrons. If interested, please email Tami Hillier at [email protected] or call 503-319-4626 for more information.
$745,000
$615,556Revenue
$226,847Cash Flow
Bakeries
Bakeries
Established Cafe and Bakery
Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States
Louisville, Jefferson County, KY, US
This charming, owner-operated café and bakery offers an inviting atmosphere where guests stop-in daily for in-house brewed coffee, fresh-baked pastries, and handcrafted sandwiches. Known for its warm service and consistent quality, the business has become a go-to destination for morning coffee routines, casual meetings, and afternoon indulgences. There are tables and seating for dine-in customers, with enough space to sit comfortably while enjoying coffee and food. Pastries and sweets are often laid out attractively behind the counter or on trays, adding to the overall welcoming and appetizing visual vibe of the interior. The café specializes in premium coffee beverages paired with house-made pastries, lunch selections, and decadent desserts prepared fresh each day. Its streamlined & thoughtfully curated menu and efficient operating model allow for strong margins while maintaining a reputation for quality and consistency. Operating daily from 7a.m to 5:00 p.m. since 2017, the business offers an attractive lifestyle component that provides the ability to generate strong revenue while preserving evenings for family and personal time.
$260,000
$400,000Revenue
$85,000Cash Flow
American Restaurants
American Restaurants
Multi Unit (4) Upscale Casual Restaurants
Louisville, Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States
Louisville, Jefferson County, KY, US
Well-established Southern-inspired concept with a 10-year track record of delivering exceptional food, a vibrant atmosphere, and an award-worthy wine program. The approachable yet creative menu, combined with an extensive by-the-glass wine selection, draws consistent traffic across lunch, happy hour, and dinner. Clientele ranges from professionals, families, and foodies. With strong margins and proven scalability, this concept is well-positioned for regional expansion or franchising. An experienced management team supports semi-absentee ownership, making this an ideal opportunity for both operators and investors.
$2,200,000
$3,900,000Revenue
$550,000Cash Flow
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Fine Dining & Wine Restaurant
Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States
Jefferson County, KY, US
UPDATE! UPDATE! MOTIVATED SELLER - PRICE REDUCTION!!! -This restaurant offers intimate award wining European style dining offers superb food along with unique, well curated wine list, liqueurs, and more. The charming, rustic decor provides an old world charm pleasing to the regular guests and out of town visitors looking for a non traditional dining experience.
$300,000
$900,000Revenue
$100,000Cash Flow
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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Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating restaurant and food business acquisitions.
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.