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restaurant and food business for Sale in Missouri
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American Restaurants
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
Pizza Restaurants
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American Restaurants
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Iconic KC Brand Restaurant & Entertainment Concept – 3 Locations
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Kansas City, MO, US
Business Overview: An extraordinary opportunity to acquire a legendary, highly acclaimed restaurant, bar, and lifestyle concept rooted throughout the heart of the Greater Kansas City metro area. Famous for its signature menu, and vibrant atmosphere, this institution has established deep brand equity across the region. Operating with an experienced management team in place, the business offers an owner-operator or strategic investor a turnkey, highly profitable operation with immediate expansion potential. Key Investment Highlights:3 Diversified Revenue Locations: Includes two high-performing company-operated brick-and-mortar restaurants (a trendy urban arts-district hub and a high-income suburban downtown venue) plus a fully contracted, hassle-free location at the Kansas City International Airport. Multiple Stream Revenue Model: Robust, multi-channel income generated through dine-in seating, high-margin craft bar sales, takeout, direct and third-party delivery, large-scale event catering (weddings/corporate), and hands-off airport royalties. Event-Driven & Live Entertainment Hub: Renowned for hosting regular live music, pop-up events, and private events, generating substantial foot traffic and spike-period beverage sales. Turnkey Infrastructure & Operations: Features fully equipped commercial kitchens, a private event mezzanine, dedicated delivery/catering fleet vehicles, and comprehensive POS/scheduling systems. Strong Workforce & Continuity: Day-to-day operations, scheduling, and ordering are expertly managed by experienced key personnel and general managers, ensuring a seamless ownership transition.
$1,500,000Asking Price
$3,425,000Revenue
$712,000Cash Flow
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Multi-Unit Franchise Restaurant in MO and OK | Manager-Run Operations
Missouri, United States
MO, US
Established multi-unit franchise restaurant opportunity in a strong Midwest market. This offering includes two operating locations of a well-known national brand with an established customer base, experienced staff, and systems already in place. The business is well suited for an owner-operator looking to step into a proven concept or a strategic buyer seeking to expand an existing restaurant portfolio. The current ownership has invested significant time and resources into developing a capable management team and operational infrastructure, creating a platform for future growth. The franchise operates in the fast-casual dining segment and benefits from strong brand recognition, franchise support, established vendor relationships, and a loyal customer following. Opportunities exist to increase sales through local marketing initiatives, community engagement, and continued focus on operational efficiencies. This is not a startup or turnaround situation. The locations are open, operating, and serving customers every day. A buyer will acquire established restaurants with trained employees, operating systems, and the support of a recognized franchise organization. The seller is willing to provide a reasonable transition period to ensure a smooth handoff. Financial details, franchise information, and additional business information will be made available to qualified buyers upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement and completion of a Buyer Qualification Questionnaire. Opportunities to acquire multiple locations within an established franchise system are uncommon. Buyers seeking a scalable restaurant platform, family business, or owner-operator opportunity are encouraged to inquire.
$950,000Asking Price
$3,611,643Revenue
$408,280Cash Flow
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American Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
Catering Companies
American Restaurants
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Profitable Restaurant – West of St. Louis SALES are up. MOTIVATED!
Missouri, United States
MO, US
Seller's health issues persist. They do not want to sign a new lease. It's time to make a fair offer for a really good deal on a solid restaurant. Are you ready to own a successful restaurant and be your own boss? This well-established business offers everything you need to step in and succeed. Perfect for an experienced operator, it’s a turnkey opportunity with consistent growth and strong profits. Highlights include: • 2025 sales over TWO Million • Steady year-over-year sales growth and profitability • Fully staffed with trained team in place • Modern, well-equipped facility • Established catering operation with future bookings • Limited competition in a fast-growing area west of St. Louis • Proven recipes, systems, and processes included in the sale With catering showing strong potential for expansion, a motivated owner can take this business even further. SBA financing may be available for qualified buyers. Contact Jeff Bach for information at 314-941-8530 or email [email protected] Ask for listing #519JB
$389,000Asking Price
$1,994,962Revenue
$204,131Cash Flow
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
West County Pizza Restaurant Priced for less than 1 Years Profit!!!!
St Louis County, Missouri, United States
St Louis County, MO, US
Look at this restaurant deal of the century! Very well known, independent pizzeria. Health issues for an immediate sale. This is certainly priced to SELL FAST! Great location. Great reputation. Great food! If you are willing to work hard, you should do very well with this opportunity. It’s very rare that we see a listing like this. Pizza has a low cost of goods and is popular in every economy that you could imagine. This is surely worth taking a look at if you know the food business. For information call Jeff Bach at 314-941-8530 or email [email protected] ask for listing 529JB
$125,000Asking Price
$998,465Revenue
$151,746Cash Flow
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Other Manufacturing
Breweries
Other Manufacturing
Breweries
HUGE name in Beer leasing facility Brewery Pub Room Food & Grounds
Missouri, United States
MO, US
Located on the outskirts of the St. Louis metro. For the experienced, this is a rare opportunity. Exceptional brew pub, brewery, entertainment facility and kitchen all in one. Operating with growing revenue. Over $1,000,000 in 2025 operating part time for less than 9 months. Great additional location for an operating brewery or a chance to run your own operation. The owner is leasing the operation fully turn key. With the right relationship, the brand and recipes are even a possibility. For full details contact Jeff Bach at 314-941-8530 ask for listing #525JB
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Banquet Halls
Nightclubs & Theaters
American Restaurants
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Banquet Halls
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Extremely Well Known St. Charles area HOTSPOT for price of Real Estate
St Charles County, Missouri, United States
St Charles County, MO, US
This may be one of the best facilities and locations in the entire St. Charles area for a restaurant, bar, music venue or nightclub type business. Currently operating with well over a Million dollars in revenue. However it needs a dedicated operator or a new concept. If you have industry experience you will want to look. Turn key for most any concept. Great in everyway from the building, the kitchen, traffic and even parking. Staff in place today. You won't find another opportunity priced at the appraised value of the building itself. For details and a tour of this confidential listing, contact Jeff Bach at 314-941-8530 or email at [email protected]
$2,850,000Asking Price
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Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for restaurant and food business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$453k
Median cash flow$80k
Median sale price$130k
Multiple range1.2x - 2.5x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$1.49m
Median cash flow$272k
Median sale price$750k
Multiple range2.1x - 3.4x
Over $2M
Median revenue$4.44m
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.