Iowa

American Restaurants For Sale in Iowa

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St. Kilda Collective – High-Volume, Turnkey Restaurant

West Des Moines, IA

St. Kilda Collective is a well-established, high-volume restaurant located in the Valley Junction district of West Des Moines, Iowa. The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner service and...

$850,000

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$850,000

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Hot Listing: Established Bar & Grill with Endless Potential

Grimes, IA

This vibrant restaurant, bar, and grill presents an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur or restaurateur looking to step into a well-established business with multiple revenue streams. Located in...

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$575,000

$575,000

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Real EstateProfitable, Fast-Growing Drive-Thru | High-Traffic | Established Neigh

Webster County, IA

A rare off-market opportunity to acquire a profitable, fast-growing drive-thru asset positioned along a high-traffic commercial corridor in a strong Midwest market. This well-known neighborhood...

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$699,000

Real Estate

$699,000

Dairy Queen with Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Iowa

Established and independently owned Dairy Queen franchise opportunity with more than 50 years of operating history in a highly visible highway-front location. This turnkey business offers easy access,...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $140,038

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Amazing Sports Bar/Casual Dining - Corporate-owned - $315K Income

Dubuque, IA

“Food That Lifts Your Spirits!” – This is an amazing and fun, award winning casual dining and Sports Bar and Patio in the Dubuque, IA area. It is one of Five (5) Corporate-owned locations being...

$1,395,000

$1,395,000

Cash Flow: $317,000

The Phoenix Martini Bar & Restaurant Acquisition Opportunity

Davenport, IA

Located in the heart of downtown Davenport, Iowa, The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar offers a unique blend of upscale dining and vibrant nightlife. Known for its extensive martini menu, curated wine...

$500,000

$500,000

Successful Family Restaurant In Central Iowa

Iowa

Successful Family Restaurant In Central Iowa...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $113,185

Casual Restaurant

Polk County, IA

Casual Restaurant...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $24,662

Profitable Food Franchise With Longstanding Community History For Sale

Davenport, IA

**NDA Required for address** NOTE: Yes, it is still available. If interested, please schedule a call to discuss further: https://calendly.com/christian-zarama/15min Financial Overview: • Gross...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $111,278

Locally owned deli located in the heart of Newbo District

Cedar Rapids, IA

Family-owned and locally loved deli located in the heart of the vibrant NewBo District. Established in 2016, this well-known spot features a crowd-pleasing menu with homemade soups, fresh salads,...

$60,000

$60,000

Iconic, Established Family Restaurant In Nice Location

Johnson County, IA

Iconic, Established Family Restaurant with Real Estate in a Nice Location Opportunity Highlights Established Community Fixture: A longstanding institution with a strong, loyal customer base and a...

$235,000

$235,000

EBITDA: $67,114

Chicken Coop Restaurants (3)

Urbandale, IA

Established in 20 1 8, The Chicken Coop is well known for great food and fun atmosphere with three locations in central Iowa, Urbandale, West Des Moines, and Ankeny. Owner Dave Anders is now ready to...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Cash Flow: $694,000

Quick Casual Restaurant

Iowa

For nearly 10 years this location has been service up hot, fresh, and fabulous dishes as quickly as the fast-food places, but with a real taste experience that matters. Part of an international brand...

$440,000

$440,000

EBITDA: $160,000

Profitable Food Franchise With Longstanding Community History For Sale

Davenport, IA

HS Listing ID-66749 Nearly 25 years under current ownership. Fully remodeled in 2024, including new equipment. Located along a busy highway with no food competition for 17 miles. Consistent customer...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $111,000

Real EstateTurnkey Restaurant- real estate

Iowa

Operating Restuarant Assets: All assets to operate a successful restaurant are included in Real Estate Price Prime Commercial Property in Southeast Iowa County Seat This exceptional commercial...

$595,000

$595,000

Real Estate

Kevin Lease, MBA

Murphy Business Of Des Moines

Serving Polk County, IA

Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in North America. Whether you desire to buy or sell a business, our conveniently located offices throughout the United States and Canada provide business broker expertise that accommodates the diverse needs of clientele in many business sectors. How we partner with Sellers At Murphy Business, we take the guesswork out of selling your business. Working closely with you at every stage of the sales process, we promise to help you attain the maximum sale price at an optimal profit. We start by gaining a complete understanding of your needs and desires. Then we come up with a strategic plan that includes a clear outline of our recommendations and associated costs to you. From devising a strategic marketing approach to researching qualified prospective buyers to valuing your business, to negotiating terms that make sense for you, we’re here every step of the way. Murphy Business will help you complete your sale quickly and efficiently, so you are completely happy with us, the process, and the results. How we partner with Buyers Accessing our expansive business network across North America, we can assist you in making productive connections with companies and organizations that meet your interests. You will appreciate our methodical, proven approach that starts by listening to you and your plans for business ownership. We promise to get your deal done swiftly and efficiently. We guide you through the purchasing process, all the while keeping you up to date on procedural and financial issues, and putting you in touch with the appropriate accounting, banking, legal, real estate and other business partners who can help you close the deal with the greatest ease. Murphy Track Record Since 1994, Murphy Business has established a steady track record of successful business transactions with high closing ratios. Over the years, we have earned the respect of thousands of buyers and sellers across North America. When you need sound advice, a strategic plan, and tactical implementation to buy or sell a business, call on Murphy Business. Contact us today to find out why we are the trusted business brokers of entrepreneurs across North America.

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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)
Number of Businesses Analyzed9
Asking Price$395,000
Reported Revenue$719,213
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$113,185
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$240,000$395,000$440,000

Market Financial Highlights

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

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$554,218$111,139
Median$719,213$113,185
Upper Quartile$1,160,000$228,519

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 Iowa.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.362.60
Median0.383.17
Upper Quartile0.753.95

FAQ's

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

The median asking price for an established American Restaurant in Iowa is $395,000, though prices range from under $240,000 to well over $440,000.

How much do American Restaurants owners in Iowa earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in Iowa is $719,213 and owners earn a median of $113,185, 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 Iowa, revenue multiples range from 0.36 to 0.75, with a median of 0.38. Earning multiples range from 2.60 to 3.95, with the median at 3.17. This means the typical American Restaurant in Iowa may ask for around 0.38 times its annual revenue, and 3.17 times its annual owner earnings.

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