Chicago, IL
Perfect opportunity for rebranding, located at ground level with large bi-fold opening windows, to a very nice size sidewalk cafe. Large dining room with a 35' bar and 175 Occupancy. Has an excellent...
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Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale in Chicago, IL
Market Info
Real EstateRARE / 5,295 SF 2nd gen. restaurant in Heart of River North for lease
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Established Bagel Café & Deli – Prime Lakeview Location
Chicago, IL
Located in Chicago’s highly desirable Lakeview neighborhood, this established bagel café and deli offers a simple, easy-to-run operation with a strong reputation and consistent customer traffic. The...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Popular Chicago Brunch Restaurant with Unique Concept
Chicago, IL
**Exact Address and Full Details upon signed NDA and verified financial capabilities.** This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established and profitable brunch restaurant located in one of Chicago’s...
$650,000
Donut Shop
Chicago, IL
This long established and highly profitable donut shop has been a beloved community staple for decades. Known for its fresh made daily donuts and welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, the business enjoys...
$579,000
Cash Flow: $203,315
Thriving Thai Restaurant Business With Liquor License For Sale
Chicago, IL
Own a piece of Chicago's vibrant culinary scene with the sale of Gold Ladle Thai Cuisine located at 2011 N Damen Ave. Chicago, IL 60647. This is a stock sale, including the LLC, FF&E, business name...
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$100,000
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...
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Cash Flow: $373,898
Asset SaleNew Opportunity for Bakery Cafe
Chicago, IL
This is a rare opportunity to take over a fully equipped café space in a prime location. The café comes complete with all major equipment, fixtures, and partial commercial kitchen setup — ideal for...
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$1,000
Longstanding Pizza Restaurant For Sale
Chicago, IL
$299,000
Long-Established Hot Dog, Beef, Gyros & Burger Joint w/Property-19Yrs!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chicago, IL
$1,100,000
Chicago Illinois Wedding Caterer for Sale – Same Owner 25 Years
Chicago, IL
$695,000
FranchiseScramblers Restaurant
Available in Illinois
$150,000
High-Volume Longstanding Japanese Restaurant w/Property Chicago-45 Yrs
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chicago, IL
$895,000
Proven Fried Fish & Chicken Restaurant for sale
Chicago, IL
$42,000
Fast Food Restaurant Super Prime Location
Chicago, IL
$110,000
Legendary Chicago Nightclub & Bar w/Real Estate ~ Huge Value & Upside!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chicago, IL
$1,400,000
Great Seafood Brand with a 50-year proven program
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chicago, IL
$750,000
Premier Route Consulting
Premier Route Consulting
Serving Cook County, IL
When the time comes for you to make one of the most important business decisions of your life, have confidence knowing you partnered with a firm that has been in your shoes and understands the FedEx Ground route sale process. Premier Route Consulting is made up of former ISP owners with years of experience working inside the FedEx Ground system. Combine that with financial and consulting experience and you discover what stands us apart from the competition. Whether you are a veteran contractor that is ready to move on to your next venture or a potential buyer that is interested in becoming a FedEx ISP, let us help guide you through your sale to ensure a successful transaction and prosperous outcome.
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Established & Beloved Turnkey Restaurant in Prime Location
Chicago, IL
$119,800
Established Food Franchise in High Traffic Tourist and Biz District
Chicago, IL
$159,000
CM Korean Chicken Of Chinatown (Chicago)
Chicago, IL
$370,000
Cajun Broil- Confidential listing
Chicago, IL
$275,000
Hyde Park Restaurant For Sale
Chicago, IL
$175,000
FranchiseCheckers & Rally’s Restaurants
Available in Illinois
$350,000
Established Seafood Restaurant
Chicago, IL
$268,000
Auntie Anne's Pretzel's Franchise, very rare model for sale.
Chicago, IL
$450,000
Longstanding Hugely Popular Café Chicago, IL - Over 28 Years!
Chicago, IL
$299,000
CM Korean Fried Chicken of Lincoln Park ( Chicago)
Chicago, IL
$220,000
North Side Chicago Philly Steak restaurant- Fast Food for sale
Chicago, IL
$299,900
$20k For Sub Franchise, Cook County, Il., Seller Financing Available
Chicago, IL
$30,000
Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant - Sought-After Bucktown/Wicker Park!
Chicago, IL
$69,000
High-Volume Well-Established Family Owned Pizzeria & Ristorante!
Chicago, IL
$169,000
Fully functioning Banquet Hall. Recently updated. With Parking fo 31+
Chicago, IL
$1,850,000
Well-Known Tavern Opportunity with PPA License
Chicago, IL
$295,000
FranchiseGraze Craze
Available in Illinois
$50,000
Turn-Key Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Corner Location
Chicago, IL
$195,000
Proven Smoke Shop Model For Sale
Chicago, IL
$590,000
2 Sub#1 Franchise For Sale In Downtown (Sold As A Package) Chicago
Chicago, IL
$650,000
2 Sub#1 Franchise For Sale In Downtown (Sold As A Package) Chicago
Chicago, IL
$474,000
Sub#1 Franchise For Sale In Downtown Chicago Cook County
Chicago, IL
$299,000
FranchiseMoe's Southwest Grill
Available Nationwide
$300,000
Sub#1 Franchise For Sale In Chicago Cook County
Chicago, IL
$75,000
2 Sub#1 Franchise For Sale In Downtown (Sold As A Package) Chicago, Co
Chicago, IL
$275,000
7 High Volume Sub#1 Franchises , Chicago ?For Sale As A Package
Chicago, IL
$1,474,000
Sarpino's Pizza For Sale In Chicago, Cook County
Chicago, IL
$195,000
High-Volume Bar & Restaurant Franchise Chicago, IL - Sales Over $5.2M!
Chicago, IL
$3,999,000
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.
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Established Corner Bar/ Restaurant Concept
Chicago, IL
$195,000
Very High Volume Sub#1 Franchise For Sale In South Loop
Chicago, IL
$210,000
Asset SaleTrademark and recipes for a true American icon!
Chicago, IL
$1,500,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Lincoln Square Restaurant Assests, property is for Lease
Chicago, IL
$198,000
Asset SaleFully-Equipped Pizzeria The Loop/Downtown Chicago - Turnkey!
Chicago, IL
$75,000
FranchiseTeriyaki Madness
Available Nationwide
$200,000
Asset SalePizzeria & Italian Restaurant - Sought-After Bucktown/Wicker Park!
Chicago, IL
$69,000
Asset SaleProperty & Asset Sales Business
Chicago, IL
$750,000
Real EstateHumboldt Park Corner Restaurant For Lease
Chicago, IL
Not Disclosed
Real EstateLong-Established Hot Dog, Beef, Gyros & Burger Joint w/Property-19Yrs!
Chicago, IL
$1,100,000
Real EstateThe Burlington | 3-Unit Mixed-Use with Tavern License
Chicago, IL
$1,275,000
FranchiseVitality Bowls
Available in Illinois
$75,000
Buy or Sell a Restaurant in Chicago, IL
Food and restaurant businesses are among the most common businesses bought and sold on BizBuySell. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is helpful to have some context on the local market. To provide that context, we have analyzed restaurant for sale listings in Chicago and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
44 |
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Median Asking Price |
$267,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$800,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$108,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Chicago, IL Restaurant Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.23 |
2.20 |
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Median |
0.41 |
3.13 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.63 |
3.70 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Restaurant Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant in Chicago?
The median asking price for restaurants in Chicago, IL is $267,000. However, prices can range significantly higher or lower depending on location, size, type, and the financial health of the business.
How much do restaurant owners earn?
Median revenue of restaurant businesses listed for sale in Chicago is $800,000, while the median reported owner’s discretionary earnings is $108,000. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How are restaurants in Chicago valued?
Most business owners (and buyers) will start by applying earnings and revenue multiples to the businesses reported financials. This way buyers and sellers can gauge the value of a restaurant business relative to its peers in the market.
Based on our most recent analysis of Chicago restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.23 to 0.63, with the median at 0.41. Earnings multiples range from 2.20 to 3.70, with the median at 3.13. This means restaurants in Chicago are valued, on average, around 0.41 times annual revenue, and 3.13 times annual owner earnings.
On average, businesses sell for about 80-90% of asking price, so valuation multiples based on active listings tend to be higher than closed sale multiples.
More for Business Buyers:
More for Business Sellers:
- How to Value & Sell Your Restaurant Business
- Find a Business Broker
- List a Business for Sale
- Get Closed Sale Valuation Data
