North Carolina

Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale in North Carolina

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Dual Craft Beer & Wine Retail Lounges

Fayetteville, NC

Recession Resistant, Established Retail Beverage Business – Stable Customer Demand Well-established retail business, located in central North Carolina, focusing on craft and curated alcoholic and...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $116,803

Premier Bakery/Pastry Shop/Café in Wake County for Sale

Wake County, NC

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire an independent bakery and café that is distinguished by its unique selection of classic European baked goods and beverages. The refined ambiance and...

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $342,854

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $342,854

Thriving and Beloved Downtown Wilmington Restaurant For Sale

Wilmington, NC

Located in the heart of one of the Downtown Wilmington’s most vibrant historic downtown districts, this established, full-service restaurant is known for its inviting atmosphere, high-quality cuisine,...

$315,000

$315,000

Cash Flow: $67,900

Profitable Pizzeria with Low Rent: South of Triangle

North Carolina

This well-established and highly profitable pizzeria, located just 45 minutes from Raleigh, is a fantastic opportunity for an owner-operator or investor looking for strong cash flow and stability....

$749,000

$749,000

Cash Flow: $275,000

Multi-Location Craft Distillery and Cocktail Lounges

North Carolina

Offered for sale is a North Carolina based craft distiller, which presents an Acquirer with a compelling opportunity within the burgeoning craft distillery industry. This mature operation is...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $221,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $221,000

Local Pizza Restaurant in Mecklenburg County, NC

Mecklenburg County, NC

LISTING ID # 30707 Local Pizza Restaurant for sale. Established 14 year old establishment in an very well known area of the county. This pizzeria Serves and delivers pizza, subs wings and specializes...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Turnkey Cafe for Sale! Hood, Grease Trap, and Endless Options!

Raleigh, NC

Turnkey Raleigh Café Space with Flexible Upfit Bring Your Concept! Seize the opportunity to own a well positioned café location on busy Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh. Currently operating as...

$189,900

$189,900

Commercial Cleaning Business Focused on Health Code Compliance

Raleigh, NC

Imagine owning a business where your services are legally required - that's the beauty of this commercial cleaning operation. You'll be serving restaurants, hospitals, schools, and other facilities...

$449,900

$449,900

Cash Flow: $410,570

World’s Premier Luxury Coffee Brand, with a Legacy of 190 Years

Charlotte, NC

Ospina Coffee® Brand, the world’s Ultra-Premium Coffee Brand with nearly 200 years of Legacy & Global Intellectual Property Portfolio This is an extraordinary opportunity to acquire one of the world’s...

$7,000,000

$7,000,000

Established Coffee Shop In the Wilmington / Hampstead Area of NC

Pender County, NC

This is an excellent opportunity to own an established independent coffee shop in a growing area of southern Pender county. There has never been a better time to own a coffee shop as more people are...

$100,000

$100,000

Fine Dining Italian Bistro - South CLT Suburb

Charlotte, NC

This quaint Italian Bistro has a well-earned reputation after over a decade in business. Known locally as the THE date night spot in this suburb community just outside of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg...

$295,000

$295,000

EBITDA: $100,000

Huntersville Restaurant for Sale Prime Location

Hicks Crossroads, NC

This Turn Key Restaurant for Sale in Huntersville, NC presents a rare opportunity to step into a fully operational space in one of the fastest growing areas just outside Charlotte. Located in a high...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash-Cow Late-Night Downtown Calzone Restaurant - Eddie’s Calzones

Established Pizza Restaurant for Sale! Over $300k Owner Benefit!

Charlotte, NC

This Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Charlotte, NC presents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully equipped operation in one of the Southeast's most dynamic markets. With 2024 sales of...

$799,000

$799,000

Cash Flow: $302,676

Prime Cary Endcap Restaurant: $5,500 Rent & Shady Patio

Cary, NC

This is your chance to own a fully equipped restaurant in one of the Triangle’s most desirable markets. At approximately 2,400 square feet, this endcap location offers great visibility, plenty of...

$249,000

$249,000

Tim Martin

Empire Business Brokers Inc.

Serving Wake County, NC

Serving the greater triangle area with professional pride.

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$100K Cash Flow - Absentee Owner

Wilmington, NC

This full service restaurant and bar located in a premier shopping center by Wrightsville Beach is now confidentially for sale - ACT FAST. With a history of over $2Mil in annual revenue, an owner...

$125,000

$125,000

Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Shop for Sale

Burke County, NC

LISTING ID # 36825 This gourmet coffee and yogurt shop is located in a major shopping center containing several major anchor stores. Five self-serve yogurt machines with 50 toppings available....

$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Wake County 3,000sf Drive Thru Restaurant for Sale with Real Estate!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Wake County, NC

This is a rare opportunity to own a high performing, fully independent Quick Service QSR Restaurant for Sale with Real Estate complete with dual drive thru windows! Located in a prime, high traffic...

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Hillsborough NC Freestanding Restaurant Op

Hillsborough, NC

This spacious, recently renovated, 4,200 sq. ft. restaurant offers a turnkey opportunity in a growing and highly desirable community. Guests are welcomed with expansive parking and a cozy covered...

$249,000

$249,000

Turnkey Dual Café Operation – Exclusive Fort Bragg Locations

Cumberland County, NC

Two established cafés serving food and coffee with over a decade operating history are available on Fort Bragg, one of the largest U.S. military installations in the world. Serving thousands of...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $83,788

Immaculate Hendersonville Favorite

Henderson County, NC

Current owner has worked over a decade to establish this popular evening destination restaurant as one of Hendersonville’s most highly regarded menus, but, after over 40 years in hospitality, now it’s...

$399,000

$399,000

Cash Flow: $154,000

The Tin Trout Restaurant in Crossnore

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Crossnore, NC

Exceptional opportunity to own a well-established, highly successful restaurant located on Highway 221 in Crossnore. The beloved “Tin Trout” restaurant is renowned for its outstanding farm-to-table...

$489,000

$489,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Mini-donut Trailer - earn $129k in average net profit per trailer

Thriving and Renowned WNC Restaurant - Full Kitchen

Jackson County, NC

Highly profitable and regionally celebrated busy restaurant for sale in Jackson County. Top tier location. Well run and makes money year over year. Full staff of dedicated workers in place. Lots of...

$480,000

$480,000

Cash Flow: $228,960

Profitable Specialty Bakery

Wake Forest, NC

This established bakery has built a loyal following through its unique specialty products and strong brand reputation. The business operates with efficient production processes, serving both retail...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

NODA Key-Money Restaurant & Bar

Charlotte, NC

KEY-MONEY RESTAURANT/BAR IN HEART OF NODA This is one of the more impressive and immaculate build-outs in the NODA market. Within walking range of the NODA light rail station and in a mixed-use...

$650,000

$650,000

Profitable Burger Franchise for Sale $625,000 in Sales!

Burlington, NC

Claim your chance to own a thriving Burger Franchise for Sale in Burlington! With an impressive $625,454 in sales and owner earnings of $78,441, this profitable franchise is an attractive investment...

$149,900

$149,900

Cash Flow: $78,441

5-Unit Arcade Dive Bar Brand

North Carolina

The Company operates a chain of arcade bars across North Carolina, offering a mix of interactive entertainment, full-service bars, and selective, casual food in a laid-back, community-focused setting....

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $800,000

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $800,000

High Traffic Restaurant in Wake County

Morrisville, NC

Great opportunity to be your own boss, here is a chance to buy an established fast casual franchise in a POWER center at a fraction of the cost. This lunch/dinner concept comes fully equipped, with...

$125,000

$125,000

North Carolina Fast Food Franchise for Sale Over $380K in Sales!

Trenton, NC

This Fast Food Franchise for Sale presents a fantastic opportunity for a hands on owner seeking to take over an established business. Priced at just $99,000, this Jones County Franchise is primed for...

$99,000

$99,000

Turnkey supermarket & restaurant !!!

Raleigh, NC

An established supermarket with restaurant space, operating successfully since 2019, is now available for acquisition. The business has built a strong reputation in the local community and is located...

$799,900

$799,900

Sports Bar and Restaurant for Sale with Real Estate! $170 Earnings!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Clay County, NC

This Clay County North Carolina Sports Bar and Restaurant for Sale offers an incredible opportunity for a new owner operator to step into a thriving and profitable business. With annual sales tracking...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $164,758

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Farm City Coffee Franchise

Regionally Acclaimed Full Service Market

North Carolina

This regionally recognized full-service market is a cornerstone of the community, attracting both local residents and thousands of seasonal tourists each year. Streamlined operations, modernized...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Cash Flow: $725,000

Growing Wine & Beer Bar Business for Sale Turnkey in Cary, NC!

Cary, NC

This independent wine and beer Bar Business for Sale offers a rare opportunity to own a growing, community focused business without the restrictions of a franchise! With growing annual sales of...

$99,000

$99,000

Haven of Southport-Turnkey Business with Real Estate in Southport, NC

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Southport, NC

Haven of Southport represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity featuring an established café/gelato operation combined with prime commercial real estate in Southport, North Carolina's historic...

$1,299,000

$1,299,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Gastonia Restaurant for Sale! Ideal for Takeout & Quick Service!

Gastonia, NC

This Restaurant for Sale in Gastonia, NC is a fantastic opportunity for an owner/operator ready to establish or expand in a thriving market. Located in a popular shopping center with strong visibility...

$125,000

$125,000

Profitable Gastonia Restaurant for Sale: Over $1.6M in Sales!

Gastonia, NC

This Restaurant for Sale in Gastonia, NC presents an exceptional opportunity for a qualified operator to step into a profitable and fully operational business. With 2024 sales totaling $1,246,859 and...

$749,000

$749,000

Cash Flow: $348,638

Established Poke Bowl Restaurant Near Downtown Cary

Morrisville, NC

Established Poke Bowl Restaurant Near Downtown Cary This profitable poke bowl restaurant presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator seeking an established food service business in the...

$89,000

$89,000

North Raleigh Indian Restaurant

Raleigh, NC

Indian restaurant in "like new" condition located in Raleigh next to a large hospital. Current owner/operator has health issues and needs to sell ASAP. The restaurant is 1,800 sq ft and comes fully...

$99,000

$99,000

Duane Gentry

CD Gentry Associates

Serving Buncombe County, NC

Navigating the strategic decisions involved in a merger, acquisition, generational transfer or sell of a business are quite complex. CD Gentry associates brings the expertise and guidance necessary throughout the M&A process; since 2018 we haved helped owners of private companies make informed decisions and achieve desired outcomes. Buying, Selling or Recapitalizing a business doesn’t happen unless you make it happen, and most private business owners do not have the time or expertise to handle an M&A transaction on their own. The key is understanding the powerful force of market timing and the intricacies of casting vision to both buyers and sellers. Our confidential, proprietary process includes obtaining an in-depth understanding of your business, valuation, driving competition, and negotiating the right deal with the right buyer or seller. In a market where 40-60% of all private M&A transactions fail during due diligence, we bring the experience and skills necessary to ensure your deal gets closed on time and at the originally negotiated price.

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Taproom In The Heart of Durham's Downtown

Durham, NC

Create a thriving business located in the middle of Downtown Durham’s bustling entertainment district. Just a short walk from DPAC, the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and the Carolina Theatre, this...

$99,000

$99,000

Famous Waterfront Bar & Grill

Wilmington, NC

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established waterfront dining destination with full bar, known for its prime location and loyal following among both locals and visitors. Operating since 2017, the...

$1,650,000

$1,650,000

Cash Flow: $496,235

Bottle Shop & Neighborhood Hangout – ITB Raleigh NC

Raleigh, NC

Own a popular neighborhood bottle shop specializing in craft beer, located inside Raleigh’s Beltline—one of the most desirable areas in the Triangle. This inviting 2,000 sq. ft. space is designed with...

$199,000

$199,000

Turnkey Bar for Sale in Prime Location Outstanding Sales

Winston Salem, NC

This independent Bar for Sale is a golden opportunity for an owner/operator looking to step into an established business. With solid annual sales of $600,000 and a manageable monthly rent of $7500,...

$189,000

$189,000

Brand New South CLT Pizzeria Key-Money Deal

Charlotte, NC

Turn-Key $1MM Pizzeria In Prime South CLT Location 19 Years of Termed-Out Lease Remains The owners of this pizzeria brand opened this shop just over a year ago with a brand new build-out. Unfortunate...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Craft Italian QSR Market & Bar

Charlotte, NC

Craft Italian Fast Casual Market & Bar - Urban CLT Location This craft Italian Market pumps out some of the most unique and original blends of pastas, pizzas, salads & sandwiches in a fast-casual...

$795,000

$795,000

EBITDA: $240,000

Turn-Key Fast Casual Restaurant - Rock Hill, SC

Charlotte, NC

Bring Your Own Concept! Key-Money Acquisition Opportunity The owners invested over 700K into this restaurant space just over a year ago. But due to circumstances, they are offering the space for a...

$189,000

$189,000

Edible Arrangements Franchise - SBA Prequalified

Charlotte, NC

An exciting opportunity is now available to own a thriving Edible Arrangements franchise, priced at $425,000 with an adjusted cash flow of $175,000 (3 year average) and SBA Pre-Approved. This...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Profitable Franchise Sandwich Shop for Sale! HOT HOT HOT!

Elizabeth City, NC

Step into a thriving Franchise Sandwich Shop for Sale in Elizabeth City, NC, delivering impressive results with over $720,000 in annual sales and earnings in the past over $114,000 This is your chance...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $29,028

Price Drop! Established Specialty Coffee Roaster with Growth Potential

Mecklenburg County, NC

This well-regarded specialty coffee roaster has been serving its community with passion and precision, earning a loyal customer base and a strong local reputation. Known for its expertly crafted...

$99,000

$99,000

Award Winning Brewery and Tap Room

Mecklenburg County, NC

Step into the heart of a thriving craft beer scene with this rare opportunity to acquire a beloved, award-winning brewery. Revered locally, this exceptional business is more than just a brewery—it is...

$399,000

$399,000

Established Brewery & Taprooms with Real Estate in picturesque setting

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Alamance County, NC

Turnkey opportunity to purchase a popular craft brewery with deep roots in the community and strong brand recognition. Two taprooms are great outlets for both draft and package sales. Brewery includes...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

PRICED TO SELL: Semi-absentee Franchise Donut Shop & Cafe for sale

Morrisville, NC

Established Franchise Donut Shop & Cafe - Morrisville, NC This profitable franchise donut shop and cafe presents an excellent turnkey opportunity in the thriving Wake County market. Established in...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Buy or Sell a Restaurant Business in North Carolina

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 North Carolina and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.


Market Snapshot

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

361

Median Asking Price  

$340,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$824,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$150,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


North Carolina Restaurant Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.28

1.97

Median

0.43

2.50

Upper Quartile

0.65

3.33

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 North Carolina?

The median asking price for restaurants in North Carolina is $340,000. 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?

The median reported discretionary earnings for restaurant businesses listed for sale in North Carolina is $150,000. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.

How are restaurants in North Carolina 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 North Carolina restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.28 to 0.65, with the median at 0.43. Earnings multiples range from 1.97 to 3.33, with the median at 2.50. This means restaurants in North Carolina are valued, on average, around 0.43 times annual revenue, and/or 2.5 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.


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