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Very profitable & well established BBQ restaurant and catering service

Pembroke Lakes, FL

Very profitable & well established restaurant and catering service is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship in BBQ. Offering a unique blend of artistry and secret techniques that elevate any...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $295,575

Catering and Special Events Company - Very Profitabble

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

St. Charles County, MO

This is your opportunity to own a state-of-the art facility and take over a Caterer's Dream! The real estate is included in this deal. Corporate business, weddings and so much more. The seller states...

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $228,971

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

A Premier Catering Business in Northwest Ohio is For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Lucas County, OH

This well-established catering business is renowned for delivering first-class culinary experiences. Independently owned and operated for over 35 years, the business specializes in a wide array of...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $109,794

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Own a Charleston Local Fav – Turnkey Mobile Business

South Carolina

Transform Your Income with Charleston's Premier Mobile Italian Ice Business - Your Gateway to Financial Freedom and Entrepreneurial Success Imagine owning a profitable business that generates steady...

$130,000

$130,000

Cash Flow: $37,669

All-Inclusive Wedding/Event Center & Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Utah

Locally owned and operated for over 20 years, this luxurious 12,775 square-foot event center sits on 2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds that boast beautiful gardens and impressive views of the...

$5,000,000

$5,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Successful BBQ Restaurant in Prime Location!

Charlotte, NC

Offered for sale is an exceptional slow smoked, southern-style BBQ restaurant in a highly desirable location with a devoted customer base. Renowned for its authentic flavors and inviting family...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $122,785

Independent Caterer and Restaurant!

St. Louis County, MO

This St. Louis County Caterer is currently only open for lunch and catering. It has a well-recognized name and reputation. The owner is ready to move on to other things in life. A new owner could open...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $79,819

Exciting New Franchise Opportunity!

Ohio

We are happy to introduce this amazing opportunity to become a Franchise owner of Miami Grill! Miami Grill is an iconic fast casual restaurant chain renowned for its vibrant Miami-inspired atmosphere...

$300,000

$300,000

Commercial Kitchen with Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Colorado

This large commercial kitchen is designed to prepare for events of over 500 people. It can handle multiple events at the same time. The kitchen is fully equipped with a 19.5’ hood, a walk-in...

$925,000

$925,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Drastic Price Reduction Kosher Deli

Essex County, NJ

Priced for quick sale! $199,000. Business established in 2002. Busy deli and catering company with good reputation. Can also be made into small restaurant....

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $210,714

Established Bartending and Catering Events Business in Nashville, TN

Nashville, TN

This bartending and catering company has been in business for over 17 years in the Nashville area. Perfect location with huge market for event services. Turnkey opportunity with 20 employees on-call...

$260,000

$260,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Established 18 Year Catering Company

Sarasota County, FL

PRICE CHANGE!!! An 18 year Established Sarasota County Full Service Catering Company is now available due to retirement. This catering business comes with all the requirements of a catering company ....

$499,000

$499,000

Charleston B2B Catering Business – Great Hours & Growth Potential!

Charleston County, SC

Thriving B2B Catering Business in Charleston, SC – Exceptional Hours & Growth Potential Discover an outstanding B2B Catering Company serving diverse business clients across Charleston, SC. Enjoy ideal...

$400,000

$400,000

Profitable, Resilient Gourmet Specialty Food Retailer

Texas

Rare, virtually turnkey, systemized and innovative business This unique opportunity is a longstanding, vibrant, highly profitable specialty food retailer with gourmet shops and a high-volume catering...

$4,350,000

$4,350,000

EBITDA: $1,142,000

Semi-Absentee Commercial Catering Kitchen Business

Middlesex County, MA

Growing Mediterranean catering kitchen business with a loyal customer base located near Boston. Positioned in a centralized location, the turnkey operation includes a team of line cooks, a manager,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $465,542

William Ilgenfritz

Murphy Business of Pa

Serving Allegheny County, PA

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A popular and profitable deli for sale in Lindenhurst.

Lindenhurst, NY

This well-established deli & catering business is located within a small shopping plaza (along side a Pizzeria, Barbershop, Jewelry Store & Multiple Service Store) which is nestled within a beautiful...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $134,000

Virginia Beach Catering Business - Off Premises

Virginia Beach, VA

You provide the event, and they provide the Creativity. The business blossomed from a small catering carryout shop concept 20 years ago to the Go To event catering company it is today. The corporate...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Food Truck Business

Lehigh County, PA

Take over our very successful food truck business. We have successfully adapted all our “scratch recipes” to our food truck delivery model to ensure the product remains attractive and delicious. Our...

$35,000

$35,000

Equipment Rental Business - Commercial, Residential & Party Goods

Michigan

The company was founded by the current owners over 30 years ago and has grown and evolved into the current operation. The company rents hundreds of items including lawn & garden equipment, automotive...

$975,000

$975,000

Cash Flow: $275,000

Wholesale Catering business sales of $1.2 mil nets $198k asking $560k

LONG ESTABLISHED CASH & CARRY CATERING BUSINESS LOCATED IN SE FLORIDA. COMPANY SUPPLIES THEIR CUSTOMERS WITH BOTH HOT & COLD FOOD, BEVERAGES AND PAPER GOODS. LONG TIME CUSTOMERS WHO BUY AND PAY...

$560,000

$560,000

EBITDA: $198,000

Turn Key Event Venue & Catering

Houston, TX

Established Turn-Key Event Venue & Catering Operation This highly successful event venue and catering business has maintained continuous operations since 2013, serving the Houston market with...

$350,000

$350,000

Asset SaleTurnkey Central Kitchen Facility in Irvine

Irvine, CA

This is a rare opportunity to take over a fully built-out commercial kitchen in the heart of Irvine’s business district, strategically located at the intersection of the 55 and 405 freeways, with easy...

$265,000

$265,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleTurn-Key Commercial Kitchen Package – Equipment + Optional Lease

Missoula, MT

This is a fully built-out, working commercial kitchen setup with professional-grade equipment already installed and operational. The space was designed to function in the real world, with efficient...

$180,000

$180,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleFully Equipped Central Kitchen for Sale – Walnut, CA

Walnut, CA

Located just off the 60 Freeway in the City of Walnut, this 5,757 SF commercial kitchen is perfectly designed for food production, catering, or central kitchen operations. Property Highlights: Approx....

$200,000

$200,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleNEW PRICE!!! Landmark Catering and full-service bakery for sale

Middlesex County, MA

Landmark full-service bakery for sale. This long standing business has been serving cakes, pastries, cookies, breads, pasta, pizza, sandwiches, and full-service catering for decades. Social and...

$799,999

$799,999

Asset Sale
Asset SaleMuliti food kitchen space/ Catering/ Food production

Rockville, MD

This is a 4,000 sq ft commercial kitchen. Fully equip. Contact broker for details...

$375,000

$375,000

Asset Sale
Asset SalePremium Event Rental Collection – Ideal for Luxury Events or Expansion

Maui County, HI

This curated collection has been featured at countless high-end events across Hawaii and the mainland - from luxury weddings and corporate galas to private celebrations and destination receptions....

$350,000

$350,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleCatering Company with Food Trucks in Maryland

Anne Arundel County, MD

Good Times Catering, A turn key well established business opportunity that has successfully operated for over 25 years. The Sellers passion for food and events began early. At age 16 years old, he...

$99,000

$99,000

Asset Sale
Real Estate#1722 - Turnkey Banquet Venue with RE, Liquor License and Lake Views

Belvidere, NJ

The sale includes: real estate (2 lots), liquor license and FFE Property Description: Stunning turnkey event venue with breathtaking lakefront views of Mountain Lake. Fully renovated in 2020, this...

$850,000

$850,000

Real Estate
Real EstateTurn-Key Food & Beverage Production Facility

Vacaville, CA

Turn-Key Food & Beverage Production Facility - Co-Manufacturing & Private Label Ready (Vacaville, CA) RRC#5189 Offered at $195,000 Location: Solano County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash...

Not Disclosed

Real Estate

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Real EstateOutstanding Restaurant and Catering Business for Sale - Property too

Albemarle County, VA

Fabulous fully equipped restaurant and catering company for sale. Owner retiring. Stand alone building with ample parking on 1.2 acres fronting the major thoroughfare in town. Decades and decades of...

$1,495,000

$1,495,000

Real Estate
Real EstateProminent Catering Company w/ Leased Commercial Kitchen

East Hampton, NY

Luxury, off-site catering business with commercial kitchen & retail component for sale. This is one of the most preeminent off-site catering businesses on the East End, operating out of a renovated,...

Not Disclosed

Real Estate

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Real Estate15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building

California

15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building Housing a Catering Company RRC# 5062 Location: Northern California Description: Building Description: The opportunity is for the...

$7,543,000

$7,543,000

Real Estate
Real EstateCatering/Carry Out/Dine In ~ High Visibility Traffic Area

Chicago, IL

In an area with consistent traffic and a corner lot with lots of parking, you are sure to make this business grow. This ongoing family catering business is ready to sell and looking for a new owner to...

$190,000

$190,000

Real Estate
Real EstateRestaurant & Catering with Property For Sale

Eldersburg, MD

Well-establish restaurant and catering business on a prime piece of Carroll County real estate. Situated on 1.3 acres with high traffic counts on Liberty Road in Eldersburg, Salerno’s is one of the...

$2,900,000

$2,900,000

Real Estate
Real EstateLease Venue and Purchase Book of Catering Business for $395,000

Williamsport, PA

*Lease Venue and Purchase Book of Catering Business for $395,000 (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment Included in Lease Only) Lease/Sale Does Not Include Business Name & Tent Business 3 Year Minimum Lease...

Not Disclosed

Real Estate

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Real Estate4,900sf Freestanding Building Built Out for Catering/Restaurant

South Carolina

Space will be available as of November 1st. Former Iacofano Catering business, large hood system, walk in coolers and freezers as well as grease trap in place. Secured area in back with gated fence....

Not Disclosed

Real Estate

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Buy or Sell a Catering Business

Catering businesses operate by preparing, delivering, and often serving food and beverages for events such as weddings, corporate gatherings, parties, and other special occasions. It typically works on a contract basis, customizing menus and services to meet client needs, including dietary restrictions, event size, and theme. The business manages logistics such as sourcing ingredients, staffing chefs and servers, transporting food, and setting up dining areas. Like restaurants, success depends on efficient planning, high-quality food, reliable service, and strong client relationships to ensure repeat business and positive referrals.

If you’re in the market to buy or sell a catering business, it helps to have some context on how these businesses are valued, and some benchmarks on financial performance. To that end we have aggregated high level financial benchmarks of recent listings.

  

Market Snapshot

We have aggregated listings of catering businesses for sale to provide a current snapshot of the market. This information can give you an idea of what businesses are available and how they are valued.

Number of Business Listings Analyzed   112
Median Asking Price   $418,750
Median Reported Revenue   $599,160
Median Reported Earnings   $154,321
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

  

Catering Business Valuation Multiples

Range   Revenue   Earnings (SDE)  
Lower Quartile   0.42 2.00
Median   0.62 2.54
Upper Quartile   0.92 3.99
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.

  

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Catering Company Business Valuation Benchmarks

  

FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a catering business?

Asking prices vary depending on scale, but the median asking price for catering businesses listed for sale is $418,750.

How much does a catering business owner earn?

Owner earnings depend on the size and success of the business, but the median reported revenue for catering businesses stands at $599,160 while owners report median earnings of $154,321.

How do I value a catering business?

Valuing a catering business involves considering several factors, including growth history, annual sales, profit, and trends in the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among catering businesses listed for sale in range from 0.42 to 0.92, with the median at 0.62. Earnings multiples range from 2.00 to 3.99, with the median at 2.54. These values suggest a typical catering company may sell for around 0.62 times its annual revenue, and 2.54 times its annual owner’s earnings.

  

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