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.
restaurant and food business for Sale in Maryland
Similar businesses sell at 1.2x to 4.0x SDE. Compare live listings and connect with sellers.
2 results
Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Turn-Key Upscale Restaurant – Prime Maryland Location
Columbia, Howard County, Maryland, United States
Columbia, Howard County, MD, US
This profitable restaurant generates approximately $1.2M in annual revenue with $350K in EBITDA, offering excellent margins and consistent cash flow. The business features a diverse menu with a wide variety of dishes and multiple revenue streams from dine-in, takeout, delivery, weekend brunch, and catering services. Located in a high-traffic, desirable area, the restaurant benefits from strong visibility, repeat customers, and steady demand. Operations are supported by an experienced team, allowing for smooth day-to-day management. This turnkey opportunity is ideal for an owner-operator or investor looking for immediate income and growth potential. Opportunities exist to expand catering, increase online presence, and further scale operations.
$1,000,000
$1,200,000Revenue
-Cash Flow
American Restaurants
American Restaurants
Prime Downtown Baltimore Restaurant & Property – For Sale
Baltimore, Baltimore (City) County, Maryland, United States
Baltimore, Baltimore (City) County, MD, US
Established, family-owned Grill & Café with a strong reputation for fresh, made-to-order meals, loyal customers, and exceptional service. This turnkey business is fully equipped and ideally located in Downtown Baltimore, surrounded by hospitals, schools, offices, and cultural institutions. A new owner can step into a thriving operation with significant growth potential, including unused space for expansion. Transaction Details Business Asking Price: $250,000 Real Estate Asking Price: $720,000 Combined Offering: $970,000(business + property package available) Property may be purchased separately or together with the business. Business Highlights Established Brand: Family-owned, well-regarded for quality and consistency Prime Location: Downtown Baltimore, near University of Maryland Hospital, Nursing School, Pharmaceutical School, Law School, and Hippodrome Theatre Turnkey Operation: Fully equipped kitchen, dine-in/carry-out/delivery services, and catering options Expansion Potential: Two unfinished upper floors with opportunities for events, office use, or rental income. Property Information: Building Size: 4,554 SF on a 1,916 SF (0.044 acres) lot Structure: Three-story masonry building First Floor: 1,518 SF fully operational retail restaurant space Upper Floors: Two unfinished floors (ideal for development) Basement: 1,056 SF
$250,000
-Revenue
-Cash 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
GW
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.