Martinez, CA
$170,000
Martinez, CA
$170,000
Salem, OR
$300,000
Rochester, NY
$300,000
Vestal, NY
$350,000
Waupaca, WI
$495,000
Scottsdale, AZ
$280,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Clinton Township, MI
$1,399,000
Collier County, FL
$285,000
Middlesex County, MA
$599,000
Polk County, IA
$175,000
Richmond, IN
$960,000
Fairfield, CT
$150,000
Santa Clarita, CA
$700,000
New York, NY
$399,000
Philadelphia County, PA
$495,000
El Paso, TX
$150,000
Pinson Group Business Advisors
Pinson Group International
Serving Hamilton County, TN
Pinson Group has sold 150 businesses through 2024.
San Francisco, CA
$95,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$259,000
Buford, GA
$275,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
$485,000
Colorado Springs, CO
$150,000
Middlesex County, CT
$299,000
Davis, CA
$180,000
Phoenix, AZ
$80,000
Glendale, AZ
$380,000
San Francisco, CA
$119,000
Dallas County, TX
$65,000
South Amboy, NJ
$250,000
Mendocino County, CA
$348,999
Sarasota, FL
$140,000
Fremont, CA
$348,000
San Gabriel, CA
$198,000
Newark, CA
$150,000
Pleasanton, CA
$150,000
San Rafael, CA
$75,000
Fairfield, CA
$99,000
San Francisco, CA
$120,000
San Francisco, CA
$185,000
Redwood City, CA
$450,000
Los Angeles, CA
$225,000
Berkeley, CA
$120,000
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$180,000
Berkeley, CA
$160,000
San Jose, CA
$175,000
Sara Marie Brenner
Brenner Group, LPT Realty
Serving Delaware County, OH
Sara Marie Brenner, MBA, is a highly accomplished real estate broker and business advisor specializing in commercial real estate, development, and business sales across Ohio. With an MBA in Finance and doctoral-level studies in real estate development, Sara brings a rare blend of business acumen, market expertise, and sharp negotiation skills to every client relationship. Sara has successfully underwritten multi-million-dollar transactions, advised investors on complex deals, and helped entrepreneurs navigate business matters, including sales. As both a broker and an investor herself, Sara offers clients an insider’s perspective and a deep understanding of how to position businesses and properties for maximum value. She also manages her own portfolio of short-term rentals across Ohio and South Carolina, adding practical operational experience to her advisory work. Known for her client-first approach, Sara provides white-glove service, detailed market analysis, and cutting-edge marketing strategies to deliver exceptional outcomes. She is also a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist — a designation held by fewer than 0.1% of agents nationwide — reflecting her ability to handle high-stakes, high-value transactions with discretion and precision. Sara’s reach spans Columbus, Delaware, Powell, Dublin, New Albany, Marysville, Newark, Mount Vernon, Marion, and across Central Ohio. As a member of multiple MLSs, she can serve nearly the entire state of Ohio, helping clients confidently buy, sell, or invest in commercial real estate and businesses.
Oakland, CA
$350,000
Stockton, CA
$65,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Missouri
$1,750,000
Denton County, TX
$650,000
Elmhurst, NY
$100,000
Saint Charles, IL
$119,000
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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