Christian County, KY
$300,000

Christian County, KY
$300,000

Clark County, WA
$75,000

Cuyahoga County, OH
$79,900

Cuyahoga County, OH
$95,000
Providence County, RI
$105,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$220,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$139,000
Hillsborough County, FL
$48,000
Queen Annes County, MD
$200,000
New Middletown, OH
$100,000
Duval County, FL
$198,000
Stamford, CT
$350,000
Fulton County, GA
$262,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tinley Park, IL
$800,000
Laurel, MD
$285,000
Toledo, OH
$425,000
Felizardo Gaxiola
First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team
Serving Riverside County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the accessibility and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers and the largest inventory of businesses available for sale. Our Inland Empire team will help you thru all the steps to sell or buy a business as a part of your business plan. We are a brokerage firm that will guide you from a business valuation to each milestone of the process and back you up as a legal shield avoiding risks and becoming your negotiator for this new lifetime decision. In summary, if you have a business you would like to sell or are ready to buy a business, the First Choice Inland Empire team would be proud to be your “First Choice” for buyer or seller representation, we genuinely care and understand the plans you have for YOU and your loved ones. We create opportunities for people: The Business Brokerage core business is actually a “people business” first and foremost, and we understand this. We create business opportunities that deliver value for people’s life. We are experts on the process: With a combination of business finance, marketing and operations, we highlight the real value that business buyers and sellers’ demand. From initial strategic exit planning through valuation, acquisition and marketing to closing the deal. Structuring, negotiating and closing deals: Our transactions are life-changing for the business owners, their families and employees. We understand the “psychology of the deal” and the emotions that come with it. We manage all the implications so you can experience a smooth process. It’s about knowing the true value of your company: We understand your business and its true value in order to present the opportunity to strategic buyers that are looking for your specific true value, and therefore willing to pay more. Formulation of the right strategy involves experience.
District of Columbia, DC
$1,200,000
New Jersey
$200,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$239,000
Portland, OR
$140,000
Tempe, AZ
$190,000
McHenry County, IL
$150,000
Middlesex County, MA
$3,100,000
Delaware County, PA
$450,000
Shelby Township, MI
$89,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Columbia County, NY
$550,000
Lane County, OR
$199,000
Orleans County, LA
$50,000
Gta, ON
$795,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$1,550,000
Brownsburg, IN
$500,000
Oakland, CA
$149,000
West Palm Beach, FL
$120,000
Amherst, WI
$10,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minnesota
$798,000
Iowa
$90,000
Iowa
$110,000
Peachtree Corners, GA
$129,000
Irvine, CA
$195,000
Phoenix, AZ
$100,000
Martin County, FL
$175,000
Rochester, NY
$110,000
Miami, FL
$140,000
Suffolk County, NY
$299,000
Andrew Everett
Transworld Business Advisors - Chicago North Side
Serving Cook County, IL
Hiring a business broker in Chicago can be a strategic move for entrepreneurs looking to buy or sell a business. Chicago's dynamic and competitive market demands a nuanced understanding of local trends, regulations, and potential buyers or sellers. A skilled business broker acts as a guide through this intricate process, leveraging their expertise to navigate negotiations, conduct valuations, and ensure a smooth transaction. Whether you're a business owner seeking to sell your venture or an aspiring entrepreneur looking to invest in Chicago's vibrant business landscape, engaging the services of a reputable business broker can prove instrumental in achieving your goals and making the most informed decisions in this bustling metropolitan environment.
Alexander, AR
$125,000
Cambridge, MA
$1,000,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$995,000
San Diego, CA
$300,000
Long Beach, CA
$320,000
Pleasanton, CA
$60,000
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. | ||
Read the Report:
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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