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Bars, Pubs & Taverns
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
Neighborhood Sports Bar Grandview For Sale
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, United States
Columbus, Franklin County, OH, US
Own a thriving sports bar in the heart of the Grandview area, perfectly situated in a densely populated neighborhood surrounded by homes. This well-established bar is a local favorite, built for sports fans and casual diners alike. Featuring great game-day viewing, a friendly atmosphere, and delicious food, this bar really shines during the fall sports season — when business traditionally spikes. Key Features: • Large kitchen with hood system and walk-in cooler • Spacious bar area with seating, plus a separated dining area • Expansive patio perfect for outdoor service and events • Strong seasonal traffic, especially during football and basketball seasons • Turnkey layout with TVs placed for optimal sports viewing Growth Opportunity: Sales can be easily increased by expanding operating hours — simply open for lunch and on currently closed days to unlock additional revenue potential. This is a fantastic opportunity for an owner-operator or an investor looking to step into a fully equipped, established business in one of Columbus’s most desirable neighborhoods. Now is the perfect time to step in and take advantage of the upcoming sports season. Contact us today for details and a confidential tour!
$350,000
$1,100,000Revenue
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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
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Mexican Restaurants
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Mexican Restaurants
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Mexican Restaurant - Twin Cities Outer Suburb Area Est. - 12 years ago
Minnesota, United States
MN, US
Successful Mexican Style Restaurant in a premier location. Established over 12 years ago by the present owner, this business is located in a very busy outer suburb with a loyal customer base.
$240,000
$1,300,000Revenue
$150,000Cash Flow
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Amazing Pho Restaurant in GREAT So. Cal. Location
Riverside, Riverside County, California, United States
Riverside, Riverside County, CA, US
Seize this unique opportunity to own a thriving Pho restaurant in a prime, high-traffic location within a bustling plaza. This well-established business is renowned for its authentic Vietnamese dining experience, a loyal customer base, and a steady stream of walk-in traffic. Key Features: Prime Location: Strategically situated in a busy plaza surrounded by popular retail stores, offices, and residential neighborhoods, ensuring consistent foot traffic. Turnkey Operation: Fully staffed and equipped with everything needed to seamlessly take over and operate the business. Proven Profitability: Strong financial performance with increasing sales and excellent online reviews that highlight its quality food and service. Diverse Offerings: A menu featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes, specialty drinks, vegetarian options, and services including dine-in, patio seating, takeout, and delivery. This is the perfect venture for a restaurant owner, entrepreneur, or investor looking for a profitable, ready-to-go operation in a highly desirable location. Don’t miss your chance to own this exceptional restaurant!
$785,000
$1,187,000Revenue
$356,000Cash Flow
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
LGBT+ Bar & Cabaret Opportunity, Palm Springs TYPE 48 ABC
Palm Springs, Riverside County, California, United States
Palm Springs, Riverside County, CA, US
Decades Long Gay Cocktail/Drag Bar Can Be Your Legacy For Sale: A vibrant, well-established Palm Springs gay cocktail lounge and cabaret-style bar with nightly live performances and entertainment, operating five nights a week. The listing is fully confidential—business name and precise location will remain undisclosed until a serious buyer is vetted. Key Highlights: Licensed & Ready to Operate Comes complete with a Type 48 ABC on-sale general license—allows the sale of beer, wine, and spirits for on-site consumption and beer/wine off-premises; no food service required; strictly adults-only (21+) establishment Catering ABC license Type 58 and Event license type 77 are also included in the sale. Ideal for Growth Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking to enter or expand in the gay nightlife scene, this turnkey venue offers enormous potential for branding, events partnerships, and expanded beverage programs. Entertainment-First Atmosphere The club is a destination for local patrons and tourists alike, regularly featured during major seasonal events such as Palm Springs Pride, International Bear Convergence (IBC), and the Palm Springs International Film Festival Voted the Best Recognized consistently as “The Desert’s Number One Gay Bar,” “Best Dance Club,” and “Best Drag Show”—impressive accolades reflecting strong community reputation and a loyal clientele, for more than two decades. Entertainment Schedule & Frequency Open five nights per week with a full roster of live performances—ensuring steady foot traffic, especially during major local events. Buyer Requirements Serious buyers will be required to sign an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) to receive detailed information—such as the exact location, financial performance, lease terms, and full operating history. A background and funding verification will be part of the vetting process. Act Now - VERY IMPORTANT STEPS: If you’re interested in exploring this rare offering—a legendary, profitable cabaret-style gay lounge in the heart of Palm Springs with a transferable Type 48 license—please respond to proceed with confidentiality protocols and receive a Non-Disclosure Agreement. Fill out the Contact Form, you will be sent an NDA you can e-sign. Follow up with a screenshot of your proof of funds in excess of the asking price and enough to qualify with the landlord for a lease assignment. If the contact form does not appear to the right of this listing please use this link: https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/lgbt-bar-and-cabaret-opportunity-palm-springs-type-48-abc/2402625 #01963614 Ad#:2402625
$850,000
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American Restaurants
American Restaurants
Landmark Restaurant w/Building for sale Massillon
Massillon, Stark County, Ohio 44647-6641, United States
Massillon, Stark County, OH 44647-6641, US
Landmark Restaurant & Building For Sale – Massillon, OH After 20 successful years, the owners of this landmark restaurant are ready to retire and pass the torch to the next generation. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving restaurant business along with the building in a prime Massillon location. ? Highlights: • Established & Profitable: Averaging over $1.4M in annual sales with a strong bottom line. • Turnkey Operation: Experienced management and staff in place, ensuring a smooth transition. • Upscale Comfort Food Concept: Highly regarded in the community with loyal customer base. • Spacious & Versatile Layout: o Main floor restaurant & bar seats 165 guests o Upstairs private dining room seats 100 guests o Basement for storage o Total building size: 12,900 sq. ft. • Recent Upgrades: o New roof (2019) o New 2nd floor windows (2019) ? Growth Potential: Currently closed on Sundays – the neighborhood has been asking for a Sunday brunch, representing an easy opportunity to boost sales. This restaurant is a turnkey investment for an operator or group looking to step into a successful, long-standing business with real estate ownership included.
$875,000
$1,400,000Revenue
$140,000Cash Flow
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Delis & Sandwich Shops
8364: Highly Reputable National Deli Fanchise In South Houston Area
South Houston, Texas, United States
South Houston, TX, US
Excellent opportunity to own a highly reputable, award-winning national deli franchise located in the heart of Clear Lake. Known for its premium meats, high-quality ingredients, and generous portions, this franchise consistently attracts a loyal customer base. Ranked among Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Franchises, this established location has been serving the community for 16 years. Harness the processes and procedures of superior management team training and support that focuses on the success of its franchisees. Ideally positioned on a prime corner lot just minutes from Baybrook Mall, the deli is surrounded by dense residential developments, apartment communities, and thriving industrial and commercial businesses. Recent large-scale construction projects near the mall have completed, offering savvy buyers a unique chance to acquire this franchise at a discounted price. Buyer responsible for franchise transfer fee of $7,500. 2 weeks training required.
$150,000
$372,256Revenue
$77,920Cash Flow
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Banquet Halls
American Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
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Banquet Halls
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Very Busy Large Restaurant with R/E Priced @ Asset Value
Illinois, United States
IL, US
Are you experienced in the Restaurant industry? This is a large operation with average sales around $3,500,000 yearly. The asking price at asset value including the extensive Real Estate valued at $1,500,000. While the business is profitable even taking into consideration the expense of owning the property, the operation needs improvement. Unique concept in it’s geography Large dining area Banquet area More than ample parking AMAZING Kitchen Understand carry out All real estate, equipment, name, menu and processes included. Owner is retiring but will assist in training and transition after the sale. This restaurant is located in Illinois in the St. Louis metro area. For information for the experienced call Jeff Bach at 314-941-8530 or email at [email protected] Reference 504JB
$1,750,000
$3,524,867Revenue
$100,192Cash Flow
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American Restaurants
Diners
Other Restaurants & Food
American Restaurants
Diners
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$743K Revenue Profitable Boutique Inn & Restaurant with Upscale Dining
Lake Placid, New York, United States
Lake Placid, NY, US
This rare offering presents a charming, turnkey boutique inn and restaurant nestled in the heart of New York’s premier four-season resort destination. Operating from a meticulously preserved historic property, the business boasts a 10-room luxury inn and an 80-seat fine dining restaurant generating $743K in annual revenue. With strong profitability ($101K EBITDA), prime real estate ownership, and significant upside through operational enhancements and expanded event business, this represents a unique hospitality investment opportunity in one of the Northeast's most desirable leisure markets.
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$743,000Revenue
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Other Restaurants & Food
Food & Related products
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Other Restaurants & Food
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NJ’s Premier Cannabis Retail + Lounge Opportunity
Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States
Monmouth County, NJ, US
This thriving women-owned dispensary occupies the only cannabis-legal municipality in an affluent New Jersey shore community, enjoying zero local competition. The business has demonstrated strong early traction with $211K revenue in just 8 months (64.5% gross margins) and a clear path to $4M+ annual revenue at maturity. The turnkey operation includes pre-qualification for the area's first consumption lounge license - a rare competitive moat in this growing market. Strategic expansion plans include: a 5,000 sq ft lounge buildout ($3M projected cost), delivery services rollout, and acquisition of underperforming stores to scale the proven brand. Located in a high-foot-traffic downtown corridor surrounded by restaurants and entertainment venues, the business serves premium demographics with average customer spends of $200. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a scalable cannabis operation with first-mover advantages in one of New Jersey's wealthiest markets. The business offers multiple near-term revenue streams including lounge memberships, events, and expanded retail. Ownership will provide training and transition support.
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$212,000Revenue
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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
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.