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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
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Italian Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
Italian Restaurant With 41 Type Beer & Wine
San Diego County, California, United States
San Diego County, CA, US
Italian Restaurant with 41 Type Beer & Wine For Sale. Established full-service Italian restaurant serving lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, in a high-visibility East County San Diego location. The business has operated for more than a decade and has developed a loyal customer base built on authentic Italian cuisine, wood-fired pizzas, house-made desserts, specialty coffee, and attentive service. Operations are supported by an experienced team, allowing for continuity and a smooth ownership transition. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, and beverage sales, while community events, seasonal promotions, and strong local engagement contribute to repeat business. Located within a busy retail corridor with strong visibility and convenient access, the business benefits from a diverse customer base that includes families, professionals, and local residents. This opportunity may appeal to an owner-operator or industry buyer seeking an established restaurant with an existing customer following, trained staff, recognized local presence, and opportunities to expand marketing, digital engagement, catering, takeout, and other revenue channels.
$449,000
$1,206,853Revenue
$142,006Cash Flow
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Coffee Shops & Cafes
Coffee Shops & Cafes
Fully Operating Established Franchise
Delray Beach, Florida, United States
Delray Beach, FL, US
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operating, established franchise location. Location & Market The Café is situated in a desirable Southeast Palm Beach County, Florida neighborhood—an area with high foot traffic, a strong brunch and coffee culture, and a resident/tourist mix that supports year-round demand. The surrounding market benefits from both local community members and seasonal population increases (vacationers, snowbirds). Its position and access to both beach visitors and neighborhood regulars. Concept & Offering • The Café offers a whole coffee-house experience: specialty espresso drinks, house-roasted beans poured fresh daily, and a curated food menu of breakfast and lunch items. • The menu leans toward “crafted bites” (artisan toast, fresh pastries, all-day brunch options) rather than just grab-and-go sandwiches. • The brand emphasizes “slow worth-it” coffee and hospitality: beyond high-quality product, it emphasizes the experience of community, connection, and a comfortable café space in which customers feel welcome.
$324,000
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Bakeries
Other Retail
Bakeries
Other Retail
Fully Built-Out Bakery & Café Asset Sale Opportunity in East Nashville
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, United States
Nashville, Davidson County, TN, US
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out bakery and café space in East Nashville through an asset sale. The location includes a complete commercial kitchen setup with ovens, refrigeration, prep tables, and display equipment, allowing a new owner to launch quickly without the cost and delays of building out a new restaurant space. The 1,100 SF retail space is already configured for bakery, café, or dessert concepts and could also support a variety of food service uses. This opportunity is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to start a bakery, café, dessert shop, or specialty food concept in the Nashville market with significantly reduced startup costs. A signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required to receive additional details and review the full opportunity.
$55,000
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
19 Years Established, Thriving, Fully Equipped Pizza Shop
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
940 s.f. in prime area shopping center. Gross income: $14000/mo. PG&E: $900/mo. Rent $4080/mo Inventory: $6000. Great for owner operator. For more information, call 510-427-8597
$160,000
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Net Income of $54,000 Working Only 20 Hours Per Week
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
This is a small snack shop offering sandwiches, coffee, pastries, soft drinks, chips, and more. The new buyer can add more items to the minus. The space is approximately 360 sq ft and is located in a high-traffic area near a college campus, providing consistent customer flow. Rent: $1,050/month Lease: Approximately 4 years remaining Gross Income: $84,000/year Net Income: $54,000 – $60,000/year Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday and Sunday close. There is significant growth potential for a new owner by extending hours, opening for breakfast, and adding additional menu items. The current owner has successfully operated the business for 25 years and is now ready to retire. For more information call agent Nima Sadati 925-787-2094
$99,000
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
25-Year Deli – $54,000 Net, 20hrs/week, Weekends Off
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
This small snack shop offers sandwiches, coffee, pastries, soft drinks, juices, chips, and more. The space is approximately 360 sq. ft. and is located in a high-traffic area near a college campus with steady customer flow. Rent: $1,050/month Lease: Approximately 4 years remaining Gross Income: $84,000/year Net Income: $54,000–$60,000/year Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Weekends Off Great opportunity to increase income by extending hours, opening for breakfast, and adding more menu items. The current owner has successfully operated the business for 25 years and is ready to retire.
$99,000
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American Restaurants
American Restaurants
Brand new fast food In the heart of Contra Costa $125,000
Contra Costa County, California, United States
Contra Costa County, CA, US
Excellent High-Traffic Restaurant Opportunity Near School This is a prime location situated near a high school, benefiting from consistent foot traffic and a strong surrounding residential community. The approximately 1,000 sq. ft. space has been fully remodeled and is ready for a new operator to step in and generate income immediately. The restaurant offers 15 indoor seats and 20 outdoor seats, located within a busy shopping strip. It is equipped with a full hood, walk-in cooler, fryer, and is currently set up for a menu featuring burgers, boba drinks, and desserts-making it ideal for a variety of fast-casual concepts. For an owner-operator, this business presents strong income potential, with the ability to generate over $100,000 annually with proper management. If you've been looking for an opportunity to own and operate your own business in a proven, highvisibility location, this is one you should not miss. For more information, please contact: Matt Sadati (DRE# 00704888) or his assistant Tamana at (510) 415-6023
$125,000
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Twist Net $150,000
Contra Costa County, California, United States
Contra Costa County, CA, US
This is a prime location business in a busy shopping center with ample residential and pedestrian traffic. This place has a double kitchen, perfect for a guest kitchen and catering operations. The pizza section costs close to $45,000 per month with very low overhead. The base rent is only $3200 per month with a long-term lease. This location is great for a catering business because it has a separate kitchen; you can run two businesses from one location. According to the seller, owner-operators can make over $150,000 net. A motivated seller is willing to finance $100,000 of the asking price at a low interest rate.
$350,000
$600,000Revenue
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Mexican Restaurants
Mexican Restaurants
Multi-Unit Latin Restaurant+Food Truck |$2.7M+ Gross|Liquor Licenses
San Francisco County, California, United States
San Francisco County, CA, US
Rare opportunity to acquire a fast-growing, multi-unit Latin cuisine concept with three revenue streams: a flagship San Francisco location, a second South Bay storefront, and a fully operational food truck. The San Francisco location alone holds a Type 47 liquor license that cost ~ $197,000 to obtain. This is one of the most popular branded Latin operations doing approximately $2.7M+ in combined annual gross revenue across all units, with the San Francisco location alone generating $1.3M in sales and ~$200,000 in net income. Key Highlights (seller claims): ● Owner runs business semi-absentee ● Multiple income channels across two locations + food truck ● SF unit: ~$1.3M gross ~$200,000 net ● Second location: ~$1.1M gross | Food truck: ~$300,000 gross ● Full liquor licenses (Type 47) at both locations Established since 2021 with a strong brand, loyal customer base, and a modern Latin concept. Proven across multiple formats with dialed-in operations. The setup and liquor licenses save a new owner significant time and cost. They have done events for many tech companies, including Meta. This concept has already proven to do well with pop-ups and catering, which a new owner could expand and scale. The business operates out of two fully built-out locations, approximately 2,400 sq ft in San Francisco and 1,000 sq ft in the South Bay. The operation is fully staffed with approximately 21 employees across both stores and the truck.
$870,000
$2,700,000Revenue
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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
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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.