Illinois

American Restaurants For Sale in Illinois

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Profitable Upscale Tavern – McHenry County / Northwest Suburbs Absente

McHenry County, IL

Business Overview: Established 8+ years, this upscale tavern-style restaurant is a proven operation with a loyal customer base and a strong local reputation. Prior to absentee ownership, annual sales...

$400,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

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Well Known High Revenue, Restaurant & Bar In Nostalgic Downtown Morris

Morris, IL

The owner of this well known and highly regarded establishment is transitioning into partial retirement, creating a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, high volume restaurant and bar with strong...

$700,000

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$700,000

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Fried Chicken Restaurant

Niles, IL

Turnkey Chicken & Fries Restaurant for Sale - Prime Niles Location! Profitable and fully equipped Chicken & Fries restaurant for sale in the highly sought-after Niles retail corridor, near Patel...

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$325,000

$325,000

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Established Restaurant for Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Villa Park, IL

Gyros Express presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established Mediterranean restaurant with over 40 years of successful operation in Villa Park, Illinois. This turnkey fast-casual...

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$1,295,000

$1,295,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High-Volume Modern Fast-Casual Chicken Wing Restaurant!

DuPage County, IL

High-Volume Modern Fast-Casual Chicken Wing Restaurant Affluent Western Suburb - Exceptional Location! "With Consistent Year Over Year Growth - 2022-2025 Sales Up And Well-Positioned For Continued...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $87,557

Popular Longstanding Fast-Food Joint River Grove, IL - Over 26 Years!

River Grove, IL

Popular Longstanding Fast-Food Joint River Grove, IL - Over 26 Years! "A Trusted “Go-To” Spot For Residents, Workers & Commuters For Chicago-Style Comfort Food" An outstanding opportunity to purchase...

$99,000

$99,000

High-Volume Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant w/Property - $1.5 Million!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Cook County, IL

High-Volume Longstanding Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant w/Property - Sales $1.5 Million! "Long Established Over 50 Years And 38 Years At This Location" A classic diner offering all-day breakfast...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $264,523

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Turnkey Breakfast Lunch Restaurant

Bloomingdale, IL

Profitable Casual-Upscale Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant – Illinois Modern, newly built-out restaurant offering dine-in and takeout with trained staff in place. Fully equipped turnkey operation, a full...

$199,000

$199,000

High performing Hot Dog and Gyro Shop in Prime Location

Romeoville, IL

This established fast casual restaurant generates approximately $950,000 in annual revenue with a strong net profit of about $205,000. The concept is simple, proven, and highly efficient, offering...

$379,000

$379,000

Cash Flow: $205,000

Reduced! Established Community Bar with a Legacy of Success

Rockford, IL

FOR SALE – Turnkey Bar & Grill Opportunity! Oscar’s Bar & Grill – Available Under Lease Assignment Are you ready to own and operate your own neighborhood hotspot? Oscar’s Bar & Grill, a well-known...

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$200,000

$200,000

Turnkey Bar & Restaurant Space with Real Estate in Northwest Chicago!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chicago, IL

TURNKEY MIXED-USE OPPORTUNITY: Renovated Bar, Restaurant & Pizzeria + Apartment in Northwest Side of Chicago (BUSINESS + REAL ESTATE) This exceptional mixed-use property at 7455 W Irving Park Rd...

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$1,000,000

$1,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Honey Baked Ham

Bourbonnais, IL

ESTABLISHED HONEY BAKED HAM FRANCHISE - BOURBONNAIS, IL This profitable Honey Baked Ham franchise presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a proven business model with strong...

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$124,900

$124,900

Cash Flow: $87,145

Network of 2 Chicken Salad Chick Franchise Stores in IL

Illinois

Two Chicken Salad Chick franchise locations are for sale in the state of Illinois. The stores operate absentee with a full-time area manager and have been in business for approximately 5 years....

$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $165,000

High End European Cake and Dessert Bakery

Wheeling, IL

This must see European Cake and Dessert Bakery was founded by a Pastry Artist creating products that evoke the spirt of international cultures and Flavors If your looking for a high end bakery look no...

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$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $54,000

Turnkey Restaurant & Bar w/ Loyal Following – RE Included / $865K Rev

Clinton County, IL

Confidential acquisition opportunity: cash-flowing restaurant and full-service bar with real estate ownership. Strong sales performance of approximately $865,000 annually and 35,000+ transactions,...

$950,000

$950,000

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Tidewater Business Brokerage

Serving McHenry County, IL

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Very Popular Fast Casual Restaurant & Bakery - Since 1922!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Litchfield, IL

Third Generation Branded fast Casual restaurant/bakery business, very well known name, in the Illinois-Missouri region, in existence for over 100 years, since 1922. Excellent location off of Hwy 55...

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$999,950

$999,950

Cash Flow: $160,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Newly Built Restaurant for Sale

Decatur, IL

This is a fully operational, revenue-generating Fish & Chicken restaurant located on a busy main street near the local YMCA and HSHS hospital, which brings a steady flow of over 7,000 people daily to...

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$99,000

$99,000

Turn Key established Upscale Sports Bar with Video Gaming

Tinley Park, IL

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated owner to take over a Southwest suburb Upscale Sports Bar. Huge Granite Bar with many lounge tables. Beautiful Diamond Tuft Banquette along with other...

$580,000

$580,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Fast Casual Restaurant Franchise + Real Estate Investment

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Quincy, IL

Own a proven brand with strong cash flow and prime real estate. * 2024 Sales: $1.6M * SDE: $273K — profitable, turnkey operation * Real Estate: Included with drive-thru | 7% cap rate * Established...

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$2,025,000

$2,025,000

Cash Flow: $273,584

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Steakhouse With Old World Charm and Real Estate

Illinois

Steakhouse that has been in the same location for 75 years! Owners are ready to retire. Recently updated the bar area with a new floor. Large walk-in refrigerator is in place to allow you to stock up...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $29,500

Fast Food Restaurant - Romeoville IL - Price Reduced

Romeoville, IL

Priced reduced on this newly remodeled fast-food restaurant in Romeoville IL. All reasonable offers will be considered. Looking to buy a fast food restaurant. Look No Further. This must see location...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $102,000

Chicago Modern-American, Southern Inspired Cuisine

Chicago, IL

This Company provides a vibrant environment with live music, a modern American southern-inspired menu, and professional bar offerings that all continue to evolve. With a dedicated customer base and...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $373,898

Little Caesars - Illinois

DeKalb County, IL

Per Franchisor regulations, Buyer needs to contact agent and complete non-disclosure agreement and personal financial statement prior to receiving sales and cash flow information. Little Caesars is...

$425,000

$425,000

Asset SaleTurnkey Upscale

Normal, IL

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a turnkey, upscale Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in the heart of Central Illinois. Jack's Restaurant combines a refined menu, elegant ambiance, and strong...

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$150,000

Asset Sale

$150,000

Asset SaleTurnkey Lincoln Square Restaurant Assests, property is for Lease

Chicago, IL

Highly desirable location with strong foot traffic and neighborhood visibility Rare 50 dedicated parking spots—a major advantage in this area 2,000 sq. ft. modern, clean interior with all-new finishes...

$150,000

Asset Sale

$150,000

Asset SaleTurnkey Bar & Grill - Real Estate Included

Rock Island County, IL

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped bar and grill with real estate included in Reynolds, Illinois. This turnkey asset sale features the former Dooder's Bar & Grill, a beloved community...

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$199,000

Asset Sale

$199,000

Real EstateFreestanding Restaurant Sought-After NW Suburb - Property For Sale!

Cook County, IL

Fully-Equipped Freestanding Restaurant Sought-After Northwest Suburb - Property For Sale! "Out-lot Of A Busy Plaza - At A Signalized Intersection - On A Major Thoroughfare/A Dense Commercial Corridor...

$950,000

Real Estate

$950,000

Real EstateBar/Cafe Available For Lease in Downtown Mount Prospect

Mount Prospect, IL

Prime retail opportunity in the heart of Downtown Mount Prospect! This 2,196 square foot second-generation bar/cafe space at 133 W. Prospect Avenue offers an exceptional opportunity for hospitality...

Not Disclosed

Real Estate

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Start-upHigh-Potential Franchise Brand: Dogs & Cream

Build the Next Regional QSR Brand — With the Founders Dogs & Cream is opening select franchise partnerships for experienced owner-operators who want more than a single store — owner-operators who want...

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$40,000

Start-up

$40,000

Turnkey QSR with Full Kitchen and Prime North Shore Location

Cook County, IL

This fully built-out quick service restaurant on Chicago’s desirable high-end North Shore is the perfect opportunity for an operator ready to bring their concept to life. The space features a...

$195,000

$195,000

40 Years Ownership W/restaurant & Bakery In Historic Downtown Location

Lake County, IL

Existing family operated restaurant & bakery for over 40 years. Finally they are ready to retire. Interested in a local family to continue the legacy in this historic downtown high income area of Lake...

$165,000

$165,000

Established Restaurant, Bar, Grill, with Video Gaming – High Traffic

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Round Lake Heights, IL

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded Restaurant, Bar & Grill with Video Gaming, ideally located in a strong, high-traffic area. Priced attractively for a qualified...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Restaurant & Bar Opportunity Inside Prestigious IL Golf Clubhouse

Illinois

Rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-positioned restaurant and bar business located within an established golf clubhouse in Illinois, offering built-in customer traffic and event-driven revenue....

$400,000

$400,000

Cheesesteak Franchise - 2 locations- SW suburbs

Cook County, IL

Business for sale. 2 locations- both located in South-West suburbs of Chicago. Established and well operating business for sale. Location#1 Annual sales (2024) : $570,000 Net Profit(2024): $127,000...

$350,000

$350,000

Evanston Restaurant With Real Estate

Evanston, IL

Rarely available, fully furnished freestanding restaurant with real estate for sale in downtown Evanston. Prime location with additional outdoor seating available in the warmer months. This is a...

$1,475,000

$1,475,000

Downtown Canton IL

Canton, IL

Great Opportunity - Downtown Canton, IL | Real Estate & Business Included. Exceptional owner/user opportunity to acquire both the real estate and a (48 year established) restaurant business in the...

$850,000

$850,000

Historic Route 66 Restaurant and Bar w/ Gaming - Profitable

Macoupin County, IL

Fantastic opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established restaurant with bar and gaming located just off Historic Route 66 in Central Illinois. The business has a strong operating history and...

$125,000

$125,000

Chicago-area fast-food restaurant and neighborhood favorite

Chicago, IL

This is a Chicago?area fast-food restaurant and neighborhood favorite. It’s known for serving classic Chicago comfort food with some Greek flair: A variety of hot dogs (including Chicago-style dogs),...

$300,000

$300,000

$60K, Low Rent, SUB#1 FRANCHISE For Sale IN Chicago, Cook County

Cook County, IL

100% ABSENTEE OWNER SALES YEAR 2025: $4,9675/WK SALES YEAR 2024: $5,635/WK SALES YEAR 2023: $6,241/WK SALES YEAR 2022: $6,392/WK SALES YEAR 2021: $6,171/WK GROSS RENT: $2,172/MONTH ASKING PRICE:...

$60,000

$60,000

West Town Second Gen Restaurant

Chicago, IL

Second-Generation Restaurant & Bar Opportunity – West Town Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, second-generation restaurant and bar space in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant West Town...

$125,000

$125,000

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Serving Lake County, IL

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High-Volume Bar & Grill + Gaming | Owner Financing | Springfield, IL

Springfield, IL

ESTABLISHED BAR & GRILL WITH GAMING - SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS This well-established hospitality operation represents a compelling acquisition opportunity featuring multiple revenue streams and strong...

$300,000

$300,000

Turnkey Restaurant & Prime Chicago Property w/Mixed-Use Add

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chicago, IL

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational restaurant along with the building at 4201 W Lawrence in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago. This 2,700 SF building sits on a 5,670 SF lot with...

$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $20,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Multi-Location BBQ Restaurant Group with RE & Gaming Revenue

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Cook County, IL

This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location barbecue restaurant group operating in the greater Chicagoland area. The business is known for its consistent...

$7,000,000

$7,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,211,965

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Well Known Local Restaurant and Bar with Building

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

West Dundee, IL

Turnkey restaurant and bar with real estate in the heart of historic downtown West Dundee, IL, directly across from the popular RocHaus concert venue. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, scratch-made...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Restaurant & Catering Business for Sale- Established Client Base

Cook County, IL

Near West Chicago Suburbs - Longstanding fast food restaurant & profitable catering business. $1,000,000 plus in annual revenue. Full service catering business serving greater Chicagoland area....

$550,000

$550,000

Established Breakfast Lunch Restaurant, unique opportunity.

Kane County, IL

Well known area breakfast and lunch restaurant with overflow weekend crowds and consistent daily diners. Reputation for high quality, great value menu selections and impeccable service. Beautiful...

$149,999

$149,999

Iconic DT Tinley Restaurant and entertainment establishment for sale.

Cook County, IL

Price lowered, motivated sellers. Gorgeous Full-service restaurant, banquet private room rental, huge outdoor patio. A must-see opportunity. located in Downtown Tinley Park IL in the Southwest Suburbs...

$550,000

$550,000

Growing Chicken wings franchise (UNDER CONTRACT)

McHenry County, IL

ESTABLISHED CHICKEN WINGS FRANCHISE - MCHENRY COUNTY, IL This profitable chicken wings franchise represents an excellent opportunity for an investor seeking a turnkey restaurant operation in McHenry...

$371,995

$371,995

Cash Flow: $100,000

Flexible Food Concept Space – Prime Suburban Location

Buffalo Grove, IL

Turn-Key Commercial Kitchen – Buffalo Grove | Flexible Food Concept Fully equipped, licensed commercial kitchen available for immediate takeover in high-traffic Buffalo Grove location. Perfect for...

$29,900

$29,900

Greek, Mediterranean Restaurant with Real Estate in Affluent Suburb

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Illinois

Picture yourself owning this thriving Greek and Mediterranean restaurant that's been delighting customers in one of Illinois' most affluent Western suburbs for years. You're looking at a solid...

$1,799,000

$1,799,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in Illinois
Market OverviewListed for Sale
Number of Businesses Analyzed37
Median Asking Price$295,000
Median Reported Revenue$908,217
Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$128,693
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$125,000$295,000$695,000

Market Financial Highlights

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

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$483,901$80,305
Median$908,217$128,693
Upper Quartile$1,636,283$223,565

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 Illinois.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.241.69
Median0.372.09
Upper Quartile0.543.37
Find out what these types of businesses actually sell for with a BizBuySell Valuation Report

FAQ's

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

The median asking price for an established American Restaurant in Illinois is $295,000, though prices range from under $125,000 to well over $695,000.

How much do American Restaurants owners in Illinois earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in Illinois is $908,217 and owners earn a median of $128,693, 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 Illinois, revenue multiples range from 0.24 to 0.54, with a median of 0.37. Earning multiples range from 1.69 to 3.37, with the median at 2.09. This means the typical American Restaurant in Illinois may ask for around 0.37 times its annual revenue, and 2.09 times its annual owner earnings.

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