Adairsville, GA
$690,000
Adairsville, GA
$690,000
Worcester, MA
$289,900
Cobb County, GA
$3,300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lake County, FL
$899,000
Maryland
$120,000
Michigan
$95,000
Spokane, WA
$230,000
Spokane Valley, WA
$595,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Airway Heights, WA
$2,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Newport, WA
$1,950,000
California
$6,000,000
Daytona Beach, FL
$279,000
San Diego, CA
$265,000
San Leandro, CA
$100,000
Galveston, TX
$600,000
Palm Springs, CA
$320,000
Matt Coletta, LCBB, LCBI, M&AMI
M&A Business Advisors
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and Lower Middle Market M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions with multiple offices throughout California, Nevada and Texas. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Health Care, Medical Practices, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal-makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries designation issued by the International Business Broker Association, the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary designation issued by M&A Source, and the Certified Business Brokers designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time-consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands-on” approach by the Advisor and expertise in various fields including exit planning, analyzing financial statements, valuation, managing due diligence, negotiations, financing, sale or lease of real estate and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions.
Denver, CO
$280,000
Naples, FL
$395,000
Concord, CA
$200,000
Fremont, CA
$250,000
Los Angeles, CA
$110,000
Palo Alto, CA
$186,000
Williamstown, NJ
$35,000
Allen, TX
$1,300,000
Sedgwick County, KS
$375,000
Southfield, MI
$550,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mississippi
$12,000,000
Duval County, FL
$550,000
Los Angeles, CA
$200,000
Albany County, NY
$195,000
Los Angeles, CA
$125,000
Worcester, MA
$179,000
San Diego, CA
$295,000
Barrington, IL
$79,000
Willowick, OH
$75,000
Leesburg, FL
$130,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hennepin County, MN
$699,000
Hilton Head Island, SC
$649,000
Norcross, GA
$130,000
Houston, TX
$75,000
Houston, TX
$350,000
Dacula, GA
$200,000
Cuyahoga County, OH
$2,490,000
Ventura, CA
$580,000
Route Commercial
Route Commercial
Serving Montgomery County, TX
At Route Commercial, we do more than just list businesses — we help build them into brands buyers want. We’re a boutique business brokerage firm specializing in service-based industries like childcare, health & wellness, and professional services. What sets us apart? Our ability to combine expert deal management with high-level brand strategy — helping owners not just sell, but sell smarter. Most brokerages focus on the transaction. We focus on the transformation. Before we take your business to market, we work with you to improve how it’s presented — from branding and marketing to visibility and perceived value. Why? Because buyers don’t just look at the bottom line — they’re influenced by how polished, trusted, and ready a business appears. We offer a full range of services — from exit planning and business valuation guidance to branding, positioning, and confidential listings. Whether you're 3 months out or just starting to think about the future, Route Commercial is here to help you map a profitable path forward.
Katy, TX
$249,000
Columbia, SC
$550,000
Katy, TX
$65,000
Tulsa County, OK
$75,000
San Mateo County, CA
$750,000
Michigan
$1,300,000
Food and restaurant businesses are among the most common businesses that are bought and sold on BizBuySell. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is helpful to understand the market trends. To provide some context, we have analyzed restaurant for sale listings and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
Number of Businesses Analyzed | 7,188 |
Median Asking Price | $322,500 |
Median Reported Revenue | $794,905 |
Median Reported Earnings | $150,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Valuation Multiples
Range | Revenue | Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile | 0.29 | 1.77 |
Median | 0.41 | 2.41 |
Upper Quartile | 0.61 | 3.19 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Restaurant Business Valuation Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant?
The median asking price for restaurants analyzed is $322,500. However, prices can range significantly higher or lower depending on specific factors. The cost of buying a restaurant can vary widely based on location, size, type, and the financial health of the business.
How much do restaurant owners earn?
The median reported revenue and discretionary earnings for restaurant businesses listed for sale is $794,905 and $140,272, respectively. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How do I value a restaurant business?
Valuing a restaurant business involves analyzing several factors, including annual revenue, earnings, profit margins, location, brand reputation, and physical assets. Most business owners (and buyers) will look at earnings and revenue multiples to gauge the value of a restaurant business relative to its peers in the market.
Based on our most recent analysis, sellers are looking for a revenue multiple between 0.29 and 0.61, with the median at 0.41. Earnings multiples range from 1.77 to 3.19, with the median at 2.41. So, a typical restaurant business will be priced around 0.41 times its annual sales, and 2.41 times its owner's annual discretionary earnings.
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