Tennessee

American Restaurants For Sale in Tennessee

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Great Opportunity- strong lease- fast growing brand!

Murfreesboro, TN

This is a rare opportunity to own the original Just Love Coffee Cafe—the flagship location where the brand's story began. Situated in Murfreesboro and connected to the Just Love Coffee Roasters...

$275,000

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$275,000

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Clarksville Restaurant for Sale 40 Feet of Hood Space!

Clarksville, TN

From We Sell Restaurants, this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped second generation restaurant asset in Clarksville, Tennessee. Priced at just $159,000, this nearly 4,000 square...

$159,000

$159,000

Downtown Nashville Restaurant for Sale Great Location!

Nashville, TN

Acquire a turnkey Restaurant for Sale in Downtown Nashville, offered confidentially by We Sell Restaurants. Located within walking distance of Broadway and positioned in one of Davidson County's most...

$299,000

$299,000

Dickson County, Tennessee Restaurant for Sale With Real Estate!

White Bluff, TN

Own this second generation Tennessee Restaurant for Sale WITH REAL ESTATE for sale just 20 minutes outside of the Nashville, Tennessee market. Step into 2,825 square feet of dining and production...

$699,000

$699,000

Turnkey Charcuterie Business for Sale

Franklin, TN

This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire an established charcuterie and catering business in one of Tennessee's most desirable and fastest-growing communities. Franklin, TN sits at the heart of...

$215,000

$215,000

Profitable Rutherford County Restaurant for Sale, SBA Qualified!

Murfreesboro, TN

Own this profitable breakfast and lunch Restaurant for Sale in Rutherford County, Tennessee, with proven books and an attractive Owner Benefit of $109,754 that puts real income in your pocket....

$199,000

Cash Flow: $109,754

$199,000

Cash Flow: $109,754

Great Opportunity- Busy Area- Don't miss out

Lebanon, TN

Step into ownership of an established Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken located at 1432 West Main Street—positioned along one of Lebanon’s primary retail corridors with strong visibility and consistent...

$249,000

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$249,000

Restaurant and Bar in Beautiful Historic Building

Claiborne County, TN

A full-service restaurant and bar in East Tennessee, seating 117 across roughly 3,500 square feet of ground-floor space in a historic building. The building was taken down to the frame and rebuilt...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $280,999

Popular 4-Restaurant Mega Oppt'y in Red Hot East Nashville!!

Nashville, TN

Imagine yourself owning not just one, but four thriving restaurant concepts in Nashville's hottest dining district - East Nashville. This isn't just a business opportunity; it's your chance to step...

$4,950,000

$4,950,000

EBITDA: $1,200,000

Growing Memphis Boba Tea & Quick-Service Franchise

Memphis, TN

Imagine walking into your own thriving boba tea franchise in the heart of Memphis! This isn't just any business opportunity - it's your chance to step into a profitable venture that's already winning...

$205,750

$205,750

Cash Flow: $87,000

Shuckin' Shack
Franchise

Available in Tennessee

With 20+ Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bars now open in six states, we bring our coastal vibe with fresh seafood, tasty cocktails and “A Good Shuckin' Time”!

$350,000

$350,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,315,675

Very Profitable Crumbl Locations based in TN

Tennessee

Premium two-location Crumbl Cookie franchise portfolio in East Tennessee featuring exceptional financial performance and top-tier brand rankings. This highly profitable operation represents one of the...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $430,000

Nashville Restaurant for Sale High Foot Traffic Location!

Nashville, TN

From We Sell Restaurants, this is an opportunity to acquire a fully built out second generation restaurant in East Nashville, Tennessee, one of Nashville's most established and sought after dining and...

$49,000

$49,000

Subway

Davidson County, TN

Fully renovated Subway restaurant. Small town and developing. No competition only 10 miles from Nashville, TN....

$250,000

$250,000

Very Profitable- Successful Business for sale

Mt. Juliet, TN

Established Just Love Coffee Franchise - Mt. Juliet, TN This highly profitable coffee shop and cafe represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving franchise location in the growing Mt....

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$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Clarksville, Tennessee Restaurant for Sale Great Location!

Clarksville, TN

From We Sell Restaurants, this is your opportunity to purchase an established restaurant and bar in Clarksville, Tennessee, one of the fastest growing cities in the state. This opportunity allows a...

$125,000

$125,000

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Sunbelt Business Brokers

Serving Davidson County, TN

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Belle Meade Tennessee Restaurant for Sale!! Good Location!

Nashville, TN

This independent Tennessee Restaurant for Sale is a perfect opportunity for a motivated owner/operator looking to enter the thriving Nashville market. Boasting annual sales of $200,000 this restaurant...

$99,000

$99,000

Fully Equipped Spring Hill, Tennessee Restaurant Space for Sale!

Spring Hill, TN

From We Sell Restaurants, this is your opportunity to acquire a fully equipped second generation restaurant in one of Middle Tennessee's fastest growing communities. Located in Spring Hill, Tennessee,...

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$99,000

$99,000

Turn-Key, Manager-Run Tavern & Grill – $240k+ Net – 99 Seats – 10-Year

Hohenwald, TN

Kilpatricks Tavern & Grill is a manager-run, turn-key bar and restaurant producing strong, repeatable cash flow with minimal owner involvement. The business generated $773,146 in gross revenue and...

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$685,000

$685,000

Cash Flow: $240,872

Highly Profitable HoneyBaked Ham Co.

Jackson, TN

The Honey Baked Ham Co. of Jackson presents an exceptional franchise opportunity with over 25 years of established market presence in Madison County, Tennessee. This turnkey operation generates...

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$820,000

$820,000

Cash Flow: $216,000

Established Turnkey Bar/Restaurant in Heart Downtown of Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN

Own a turnkey bar in one of Chattanooga’s most desirable downtown locations. This locally recognized brand has built a loyal following, strong identity, and steady traffic—making it a proven and...

$275,000

$275,000

EBITDA: $66,500

Church's Texas Chicken
Franchise

Available in Tennessee

QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity

$250,000

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,115,007

Established Zabxys Portfolio for Sale in Nashville DMA

Tennessee

An opportunity is available to acquire two established Zaxby's franchise restaurants in the Nashville DMA. These existing locations offer a buyer the chance to acquire operating restaurants backed by...

$3,900,000

$3,900,000

EBITDA: $662,000

Johnny Rockets

Nashville, TN

Rare opportunity to acquire a Johnny Rockets restaurant located inside Opry Mills, one of Tennessee’s top tourist and shopping destinations, attracting millions of visitors annually. This high-traffic...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Highly Motivated Seller - Ice Cream & Gelato Company

Chattanooga, TN

Transform your entrepreneurial dreams into reality with this turnkey Italian Ice & Gelato business positioned to capitalize on Chattanooga's booming tourism market. You'll step into a profitable...

$50,000

$50,000

Premium Sourdough! Premium Profits! The Coveted Fast-Casual Franchise!
Asset Sale

Brentwood, TN

Authentic, Healthy, All-Natural, Low Employee Count & Strong Earnings! Authentic Bread, All-Natural, Low Employee Count & Powerful Earnings! Own a Premium Fast-Casual Sandwich Franchise Built on...

$282,000

$282,000

Turnkey BBQ Restaurant

Knox County, TN

Exceptional opportunity with this fully equipped, turnkey freestanding BBQ restaurant and catering kitchen, perfectly designed for an enthusiastic operator ready to take the reins and succeed....

$250,000

$250,000

Chattanooga Billiards Club - Prime Downtown Location

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chattanooga, TN

Rare opportunity to acquire one of Downtown Chattanooga's most recognizable entertainment properties. Located in the heart of the urban core at 725 Cherry Street, this approximately 15,000 SF,...

$3,750,000

$3,750,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Turnkey Burger Shop in Memphis TN - Established Business for sale!

Memphis, TN

An excellent opportunity to acquire an established, fully equipped burger shop in a desirable and growing area. This business is ideal for an owner-operator, experienced restaurant entrepreneur, or...

$189,900

$189,900

Memphis Italian / American restaurant for sale. In a very quaint area

Shelby County, TN

This established Italian-American restaurant represents a compelling turnaround opportunity in Memphis Metro's affluent area of Shelby County market. Originally built as a community dining...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Rutherford County Restaurant for Sale Amazing Location!

Smyrna, TN

Own this second generation Restaurant for Sale in Rutherford County, Tennessee. KEEP OR CHANGE THE CURRENT CONCEPT. At 2100 square feet with seating for 50 and parking for around 40 vehicles, this...

$199,000

$199,000

Mt. Juliet, TN Restaurant for Sale Fully Equipped, Great Location!

Mount Juliet, TN

Presented by We Sell Restaurants, this is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a fully equipped second generation restaurant in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, one of the fastest growing communities in the...

$149,000

$149,000

Scramblers Restaurant
Franchise

Available in Tennessee

$1.2M+ AUV* Brunch is booming — and so are we. Scramblers blends modern growth with 35 years of proven success. Our market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% from now through 2028. Now is your chance to eggsperience this incredible opportunity!!

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,171,845

High-Profit American Restaurant | $55K–$60K Monthly Sales | Turnkey |

Davidson County, TN

Business Description Outstanding opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully operational American restaurant in the Greater Nashville area! This established restaurant serves a popular menu featuring...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Get a profitable business with unlimited growth potential!

Memphis, TN

Imagine stepping into your own established vegan restaurant in Memphis - a thriving plant-based dining concept that's already proven itself in the market. You'll love that this isn't a startup gamble;...

$250,000

$250,000

Long-Standing Chattanooga Restaurant with Growth Potential

Chattanooga, TN

This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established American-style restaurant that has been serving the Chattanooga area for more than 30 years. The business has developed a loyal customer base and...

$115,000

$115,000

Cash Flow: $36,715

Premier Southern Dining and Nightlife Destination

Memphis, TN

HS Listing ID-71104 A hospitality asset generating $1M+ in net income annually — offered at approximately one year’s earnings. This restaurant is a high-performing, fully operational restaurant and...

$1,099,999

$1,099,999

Cash Flow: $1,040,000

Tennessee Wing Restaurant for Sale! $497K Sales! $88K Profit!

Memphis, TN

Buy this profitable wing Restaurant for Sale in Memphis, Tennessee with annual sales of $497,061 and a verified Owner Benefit of $88,126 that shows strong systems and demand. Qualified buyers can...

$190,000

$190,000

Cash Flow: $88,126

Wayback Burgers
Franchise

Available Nationwide

We have 180+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!

$250,000

$250,000

Popular Bar & Grille w/Entertainment - Real Estate Optional

Wilson County, TN

Imagine yourself as the owner of Wilson County's most popular nightlife destination! This thriving Bar & Grille has been the heart of the local entertainment scene since 2018, and you'll love what...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Classic Southern Cooking Homestyle Buffet for Sale

Manchester, TN

Confidential Family-Style Buffet Restaurant – High-Visibility Middle Tennessee Corridor Imagine stepping into your own slice of Southern hospitality—an established, thriving family buffet restaurant...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $280,000

Rare twofloor restaurant and private event venue in Downtown Nashville

Nashville, TN

Turnkey Two-Level Restaurant & Private Event Venue – Prime Midtown Nashville Location This established American restaurant presents a compelling investment opportunity featuring a fully operational,...

$425,000

$425,000

Turnkey Pub & Restaurant for Sale in Prime Location | Knoxville TN

Knox County, TN

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey pub and restaurant in a prime location. This well-established business offers a strong community presence, consistent customer base, and...

$550,000

$550,000

Established Restaurant at Historic location in Smithville, TN

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Smithville, TN

Ace's Steak, Seafood, & Italian Restaurant presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in the heart of historic downtown Smithville, Tennessee. This established full-service restaurant operates...

$899,000

$899,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Jim McElroy

ABC

Serving Davidson County, TN

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Established Franklin County Diner w/ Drive-Thru + Real Estate Option

Winchester, TN

Imagine yourself as the proud owner of this beloved Franklin County diner that's been warming hearts and filling bellies for over a decade. You'll step into a turnkey operation where loyal customers -...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Chef of Restauranteur Ready Opportunity - Highly Profitable Restaurant

Tennessee

If you've ever dreamed of running your own concept without the hardship of building every detail from scratch - this is your chance. Experienced operators will see how well run this establishment is....

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Cash Flow: $596,611

BBQ & Steakhouse in Tullahoma. TN

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Tullahoma, TN

Whiskey Trail BBQ & Steakhouse represents a premier dining establishment strategically positioned in Tullahoma, Tennessee's expanding commercial corridor. This well-established restaurant operates...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established BBQ Restaurant – Murfreesboro Area – Retirement

Murfreesboro, TN

Well-known BBQ restaurant serving the Murfreesboro area for 7 years. Generates approximately $60,000 in owner earnings with strong growth potential. Retirement sale. Established and locally recognized...

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Multi-Unit Steak 'n Shake with Operator in Place

Tennessee

Certified Operator in Place Real estate available but not included in List Price. Two years of double-digit sales increases. Ideal locations with extraordinary store performance. Steak 'n Shake was...

$6,400,000

$6,400,000

Cash Flow: $1,465,507

Anchor Bar
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.

$400,000

$400,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,449,992

Cinnabon - Tennessee

Nashville, TN

Cinnabon is one of the world’s most-recognized and sought-after brands, with over 1600 bakeries through the US and internationally. Cinnabon's parent company is Focus Brands. Jamba Juice, Moe's...

$115,000

$115,000

Cash Flow: $94,541

American style food Restaurant south of Williamson county

Marshall County, TN

Great turn key operation! currently only open for dinner lots of seating, ample parking, great road viability and location...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Absentee - Retiring - Destination Restaurant!

Dyersburg, TN

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OVERVIEW: This established steakhouse and event venue generates approximately $1.7M in annual revenue with net income of $280K to the absentee owner, representing a 16.5% net...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Cash Flow: $280,000

Organic Juice & Smoothie bar, Steady Sales & Huge Growth Opportunity!!

Franklin, TN

Imagine yourself behind the counter of this thriving organic juice and smoothie bar in Franklin's busiest shopping district. You'll love how this established business has already built everything you...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Multi-Location Restaurant Investment

Shelby County, TN

This restaurant concept has quickly established itself as a premier dining destination by blending Southern comfort flavors with a modern twist. With two prime locations—a popular suburban corridor...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $427,925

Toastique
Franchise

Available in Tennessee

Join one of the fastest-growing, most simple-to-run healthy fast-casual restaurants!

$300,000

$300,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $614,256

Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in Tennessee
American restaurants listed for sale on BizBuySell include a wide range of American style dining establishments, including full service and casual American restaurants, bar and grill concepts, diners, burger chains, neighborhood pubs, and franchise units, with some listings bundled with liquor licenses, real estate, or multiple locations. These businesses primarily operate on a hospitality, location based business model, generating revenue through on premise dining, food and beverage sales, alcohol service, takeout, catering, and special events, with franchised concepts benefiting from standardized menus, brand recognition, and systemized operations.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median) Total Tennessee Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed30 328
Asking Price$490,000-
Reported Revenue$988,875 $1,358,434
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$192,622 $34,292
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
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Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$200,688$490,000$1,037,499

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of American Restaurants for sale in Tennessee.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$541,165$100,000
Median$988,875$192,622
Upper Quartile$1,700,000$280,500

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of American Restaurants listed for sale in Tennessee.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.381.90
Median0.562.67
Upper Quartile0.823.34

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an American Restaurant in Tennessee?

The median asking price for an established American Restaurant in Tennessee is $490,000, though prices range from under $200,688 to well over $1,037,499.

How much do American Restaurants owners in Tennessee earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in Tennessee is $988,875 and owners earn a median of $192,622, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value an American Restaurant?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of American Restaurants in Tennessee, revenue multiples range from 0.38 to 0.82, with a median of 0.56. Earning multiples range from 1.90 to 3.34, with the median at 2.67. This means the typical American Restaurant in Tennessee may ask for around 0.56 times its annual revenue, and 2.67 times its annual owner earnings.

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