Bradenton, FL
$149,950

Bradenton, FL
$149,950

Gaithersburg, MD
$150,000
Orange, CA
$490,000
Chicago, IL
$1,474,000
High Point, NC
$350,000
Orange County, CA
$89,000
Harris County, TX
$33,000
Portland, ME
$325,000
New York, NY
$229,900
Morris County, NJ
$235,000
Minnesota
$400,000
New Jersey
$999,000
Hartford County, CT
$169,900
San Diego, CA
$195,000
Newton, MA
$235,000
Cotati, CA
$350,000
Robert Allen
Robert Allen
Serving Warren County, KY
ExitWay specializes in connecting buyers and sellers of businesses, focusing on developing effective exit strategies and business transition plans. With expertise in business valuation, acquisition strategy, due diligence analysis, business brokerage, and commercial real estate, they help clients maximize the value of their assets. Serving primarily Kentucky and Tennessee, including cities such as Nashville, Bowling Green, and Owensboro, ExitWay offers deep local market knowledge to ensure successful transactions. Headquartered in Bowling Green, KY, the company also supports clients from outside these regions.
San Diego County, CA
$450,000
Charlotte, NC
$80,000
Aiea, HI
$300,000
Coral Springs, FL
$825,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
$1,495,000
New York, NY
$95,000
Cary, NC
$449,000
Chicago, IL
$195,000
Pinellas County, FL
$249,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Cuyahoga County, OH
$2,500,000
Hamilton County, IN
$3,200,000
Stanislaus County, CA
$325,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$329,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Huntington Beach, CA
$3,250,000
Chandler, AZ
$350,000
Worcester County, MA
$349,000
Union County, NJ
$599,000
Mckinney, TX
$3,700,000
Napa, CA
$150,000
Saint Louis, MO
$150,000
San Francisco, CA
$195,000
South Amboy, NJ
$259,900
Murrells Inlet, SC
$265,000
Saint Louis, MO
$1
Baldwin County, AL
$295,000
Clay County, FL
$795,000
Indiana
$775,000
Kissimmee, FL
$249,000
Jim Maxwell, JD/EA, CRE
Maxwell & Associates, PLLC
Serving Richmond City County, VA
Our Full-Service M&A Advisory Includes The Following Exclusive Sale Representation Understand client objectives and expectations and design a sale process to achieve such goals, including but not limited to, maximizing the value of the client’s business and included commercial real estate and closing the transaction on the best possible terms. Develop an appropriate buyers list and all of the related transaction marketing materials, which would typically include a comprehensive Confidential Memorandum. Manage the distribution of the business acquisition and any included commercial real estate on all major business sales and commercial real estate sales platforms. Manage all communications and interaction with prospective buyers, including marketing calls, follow up data requests, and site visits. Evaluate and negotiate offers from interested parties and work with the client to select the buyer and sign a Letter of Intent. Manage the post-LOI closing process including buyer due diligence and the negotiation and execution of the definitive transaction documentation. Buy-Side Advisory Identify and assess potential targets. Perform valuation and business analysis. Advise regarding transaction pricing and structure. Negotiate Letter of Intent. Manage closing process including performing due diligence on the target and negotiating the definitive transaction documentation. Assist in identifying and securing financing if required. Assist in lease negotiations and commercial real estate acquisition. Pre-Sale Consulting Thoroughly assess the operations and financial condition of a business from a potential buyers’ perspective. Make recommendations and assist as required to develop long-term strategies regarding: Business development and growth opportunities Capital structure optimization Financial systems and controls Management requirements Technology and IT systems Timing of a potential sale or recapitalization Business Valuations Tax planning Strategic business planning Brand Audit and marketing assessment Valuation of commercial real estate included in the transaction Post-Sale Consulting Thoroughly assess the operations and financial condition of a business from the perspective of the newly formed merged entity Make recommendations and assist as required to develop long-term strategies regarding: Business development and growth opportunities Brand Planning and marketing strategy for newly formed entity Financial systems and controls Management requirements Technology and IT systems Tax planning Strategic business planning for newly formed entity Commercial Real Estate Services Thoroughly assess and perform valuation for the commercial real estate included in the business transaction. Represent the seller or buyer on the commercial real estate included in the deal for sale or lease. Make recommendations and assist as required to develop strategies regarding: Sale leasebacks Landlord and tenant representation Lease transfers New site selection
Montesano, WA
$90,000
San Diego County, CA
$385,000
San Mateo, CA
$238,000
Phoenix, AZ
$199,000
Sacramento County, CA
$125,000
Asheville, NC
$75,000
Food and restaurant businesses are among the most common businesses that are bought and sold on BizBuySell. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is helpful to understand the market trends. To provide some context, we have analyzed restaurant for sale listings and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 7,188 |
| Median Asking Price | $322,500 |
| Median Reported Revenue | $794,905 |
| Median Reported Earnings | $150,000 |
| Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. | |
Valuation Multiples
| Range | Revenue | Earnings (SDE) |
| Lower Quartile | 0.29 | 1.77 |
| Median | 0.41 | 2.41 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.61 | 3.19 |
| Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. | ||
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Restaurant Business Valuation Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant?
The median asking price for restaurants analyzed is $322,500. However, prices can range significantly higher or lower depending on specific factors. The cost of buying a restaurant can vary widely based on location, size, type, and the financial health of the business.
How much do restaurant owners earn?
The median reported revenue and discretionary earnings for restaurant businesses listed for sale is $794,905 and $140,272, respectively. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How do I value a restaurant business?
Valuing a restaurant business involves analyzing several factors, including annual revenue, earnings, profit margins, location, brand reputation, and physical assets. Most business owners (and buyers) will look at earnings and revenue multiples to gauge the value of a restaurant business relative to its peers in the market.
Based on our most recent analysis, sellers are looking for a revenue multiple between 0.29 and 0.61, with the median at 0.41. Earnings multiples range from 1.77 to 3.19, with the median at 2.41. So, a typical restaurant business will be priced around 0.41 times its annual sales, and 2.41 times its owner's annual discretionary earnings.
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