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Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shops
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shops
Central Tucson Franchise Ice Cream Shop OWNER OPERATOR
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Tucson, AZ, US
This is a great opportunity for an OWNER OPERATOR (not absentee owner) to become a franchisee of a successful ice cream brand. This Arizona-based ice cream company is renowned for its commitment to crafting premium, hand-made ice cream using only natural and wholesome ingredients. Certified to pasteurize its own ice cream, the company stands out for its dedication to quality and innovation. By blending old-fashioned methods with modern science, they achieve a unique, creamy texture and exceptional flavors. Their process starts with hormone-free milk and cream, infusing natural flavors directly into the ice cream base, ensuring a product that's as delightful as it is pure. Their mission is to bring joy to families and communities, one scoop at a time. This Business is near central Tucson.
$375,000Asking Price
$435,000Revenue
$110,000Cash Flow
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
East Valley Pizzeria
Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
Mesa, Maricopa County, AZ, US
Perfect Neighborhood Location • Excellent Rent • Busy Corridor Discover an established pizza shop with outstanding rent in Mesa, positioned on a major thoroughfare and surrounded by growing residential demand. A brand-new 400-unit apartment complex opening directly across the street is expected to significantly boost traffic and sales, making this an exceptional opportunity for an operator or investor looking for value and growth.
$150,000Asking Price
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Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Flame Broiler Franchise – Turnaround or Conversion Opportunity
Riverside, Riverside County, California 92501, United States
Riverside, Riverside County, CA 92501, US
Rare opportunity to acquire a modern, upgraded Flame Broiler restaurant in Riverside County at a fraction of the original build-out cost. This location is currently operated absentee and needs a hands-on owner-operator to realize its full potential. Perfect for someone looking to revive sales under the existing Flame Broiler brand or convert the space into a new restaurant concept — without the high expense of starting from scratch. The facility is clean, modern, and fully equipped, making this a true turnaround or rebranding opportunity in a high-traffic area. Key Highlights 🏢 Beautifully built-out restaurant – modern design, quality fixtures, and equipment 🔥 Fully equipped kitchen with hood system, refrigeration, and POS – ready to operate day one 📍 Excellent Riverside County location with steady traffic and visibility 💡 Ideal for hands-on owner, family business, or entrepreneur with a new concept 💰 Priced far below build-out value – save six figures compared to starting new 🔄 Franchise transfer available, or buyer may choose to convert to independent brand Financials Asking Price: $70,000 Inventory: Included in sale Franchise Training: Available upon approval Support: Seller and franchise to provide transition assistance Reason for Sale Absentee owner with multiple commitments. The business needs an engaged operator to bring it to its full potential. Growth & Expansion With a hands-on owner, marketing, and community outreach, this location has strong potential for growth. Alternatively, use the existing infrastructure to launch your own concept and save on costly build-out expenses.
$49,888Asking Price
$250,000Revenue
$100Cash 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.
$2,200,000Asking Price
$3,900,000Revenue
$550,000Cash Flow
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American Restaurants
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
American Restaurants
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Downtown Restaurant & Lounge – Full Bar, Patio, and Growth Potential
Riverside County, California, United States
Riverside County, CA, US
Downtown Restaurant & Lounge – Full Bar, Patio, and Growth Potential Chef + Cocktail Driven | Absentee Run | Riverside County Step into a stylish, intimate restaurant and lounge located in the heart of downtown, surrounded by heavy foot and vehicle traffic. This venue blends a chef-driven menu with a cocktail-focused bar, creating an upscale yet approachable atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. ✅ 2024 Sales: $434,000 ✅ 2025 Projected: On pace to exceed $500,000 ✅ Rent: Only $3,800/month including NNN ✅ Full Bar (Type 47) – fully licensed and ready to pour ✅ Operations: Currently owner-absentee (Lives out of State), ideal for a hands-on owner-operator to increase profits Opportunities: Currently open 5 days/week, dinner only – expand hours for immediate upside Fully equipped kitchen can support multiple virtual brands or a ghost kitchen Prime downtown location with patio and active social media following 💰 Asking Price: $275,000 🤝 Seller Financing: Seller willing to carry a portion of the purchase for the right buyer 📩 All qualified buyers are invited to complete an NDA for more information. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a downtown gem with proven sales, low rent, and serious growth potential.
$298,888Asking Price
$500,000Revenue
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Mediterranean Restaurant – Quick Service - Turnkey & Absentee Run
Riverside, California, United States
Riverside, CA, US
Looking for a clean, modern, and fully equipped restaurant in a super busy Riverside shopping center? This newly remodeled Mediterranean restaurant is designed for quick service and is ready for a hands-on operator to take it to the next level. ✅ Sales: Averaging $30,000/month ✅ Lease: Only $3,500/month including NNN ✅ Facilities: Full kitchen, modern design, plus an unused patio that could significantly boost business ✅ Operation: Currently run owner-absentee – ideal for a family or owner-operator to increase profits Asking Price: $149,888 This is a turnkey opportunity with strong sales, low rent, and plenty of upside. All qualified buyers are invited to complete an NDA for more information. Don’t miss this chance to own a well-located, high-potential restaurant in Riverside!
$119,888Asking Price
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
Panzera Pizza Real Estate w/ business for sale Grandview
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio 43212-2803, United States
Columbus, Franklin County, OH 43212-2803, US
Prime Investment Opportunity in the very Popular Grandview area. Strategically positioned at a traffic light on the corner of Third Ave & Grandview Ave. This has amazing visibility and access and is surrounded by businesses, condos, apartments, and housing. Currently being used as Pizza shop that has been in this spot for decades. This can either be used as a pizza spot or with the new zoning laws, can be redeveloped. Can be used as another pizza spot can use Panzera Pizza name & recipes or your own concept
$1,590,000Asking Price
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Chinese Restaurants
Chinese Restaurants
Prime Multi-unit Building for Sale
California, United States
CA, US
Clemence Investment Group, Inc. is pleased to present for sale a prime commercial property located at 10520 S. De Anza Boulevard, Cupertino, California. This exceptional offering provides a rare opportunity to acquire a high-visibility asset in the heart of one of Silicon Valley’s most desirable retail and business corridors. Positioned along De Anza Boulevard with strong traffic counts and excellent frontage, the property benefits from proximity to major tech campuses, affluent residential neighborhoods, and regional amenities. With its strategic location, stable market fundamentals, and strong potential for long-term appreciation or redevelopment, this property represents an outstanding investment opportunity in one of the Bay Area’s most dynamic commercial markets. PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS Great visibility Daily Traffic Counts >30,000 daily Number of Units: Three PROPERTY SUMMARY Asking Price: $6,950,000 Year Built: 1968 Lot Size: 0.61 Acres (26,625 SF) Building SF: 4,800 SF Parking Ratio: 7.7 Per 1,000 SF Zoning: P(CG), General Commercial LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS Affluent area High demand neighborhood Close to high-end housing
$6,950,000Asking Price
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Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shops
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shops
Established High Volume Baskin Robbins
California, United States
CA, US
This is a rare opportunity for a new owner-operator to take over this long-established ice cream store. The sellers are a restaurant group with other interests and looking to exit. This high-volume store can be further maximized with the right owner. Owner operation is highly recommended to grow the business further. Amazingly highly visible location. Principal Only Price $650,000 City San Jose, CA Annual Estimated Sales TTM August 2024: $720,000+ Size 860 sq. ft. Rent $4,731 Lease Exp. 7/31/2029 + 5yrs option Employee 11– 15 Established/ Owner since 2023 /since 1998 Estimated SDE (w owner operation) ~ $185,000+ BR Term | Remodel 1/31/2030 | 12/23/2026
$650,000Asking Price
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$187,000Cash Flow
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Food Trucks
Food Trucks
Food truck w New Engine Central Oh
Newark, Licking County, Ohio, United States
Newark, Licking County, OH, US
? Food Truck for Sale – 19 Feet, Totally Updated & Ready to Roll! Turnkey opportunity! This 19-foot food truck has been fully updated and is ready to hit the streets. The truck features a brand-new engine and is mechanically sound, giving you peace of mind and reliability. Inside, you’ll find a 4-foot hood with fryers, clean prep space, and everything in great condition — perfect for launching your own concept or adding to an existing fleet. At just 19 feet, it’s easy to drive and maneuver, ideal for events, catering, and daily street sales. Highlights: 19 feet long – compact & manageable size New engine and fully serviced 4-foot hood with fryers Clean, efficient layout Excellent condition inside and out Perfect for chefs, entrepreneurs, or anyone ready to jump into the booming food truck scene! Ad#:2431922
$49,000Asking 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
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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.