Food & Beverage Businesses for Sale in Florida

Browse 620 food & beverage businesses currently for sale in Florida with an average asking price of $805K. Restaurants, cafes, and food service

Active Listings
620
Median Asking Price
$372K
Median SDE
$125K
Median Multiple
3.0x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$805K
Average SDE
$206K
Listed in Last 30 Days
138
Added This Week
31

Median figures are computed over the 429 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 620 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Food & Beverage Businesses for Sale in Florida

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Jun 10

French Bistro Restaurant for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$239KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$75K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This intimate French bistro in the South Florida market operates five dinner services per week plus weekend lunch, generating exceptional profit margins on revenues through a focused, high-quality menu executed by skilled ownership. The limited hours model keeps labor costs contained and provides lifestyle flexibility while delivering strong seller discretionary earnings. Significant revenue growth potential exists through extended operating hours, outdoor seating expansion, and third-party delivery integration.

Growth TrajectoryHigh Seasonality
Jun 10

High-margin Profitable Fast Food Ice Cream for Sale in Florida

FL
N/AFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$379K
Why Buy

A single-unit franchised quick-service ice cream and dessert restaurant in Florida generating nearly $1.9 million in annual sales and approximately $379,000 in reported cash flow under a nationally recognized brand. The high cash flow margin relative to sales reflects the strong unit economics typical of dessert-focused concepts with lean operating models. This resale offers immediate cash flow under a proven franchise system with broad consumer appeal.

Jun 10

Artisan Ice Cream Shop for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$99KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$74K
Multiple:1.3x
Why Buy

An independent artisan ice cream shop in the Tampa Bay metro area generating approximately $74,000 in cash flow and operating without franchise fees or royalties, allowing higher margin retention. The concept differentiates on small-batch, chef-driven production with locally inspired flavors, cultivating a loyal following in a competitive dessert market. The non-franchise structure and strong unit economics make this an attractive acquisition for an owner-operator seeking a lifestyle business with real profitability.

Jun 10

Fast Casual Asian Restaurant for Sale in Lakeland, FL

Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
$69KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$40K
Multiple:1.7x
Why Buy

A fast-casual Japanese-inspired concept located within a food hall in Central Florida, generating approximately $40,000 in cash flow on a lean operational model with no complex cooking equipment. The business benefits from organic foot traffic generated by the surrounding food hall environment and anchor tenants, reducing the need for standalone marketing investment. The fully staffed, system-driven operation with strong digital reviews is ready for a new owner to assume with minimal ramp-up.

Manager in PlaceGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Independent Pizzeria for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$179KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$80K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

An independent fast-casual pizzeria in the Tampa Bay metro area generating approximately $80,000 in cash flow, built on a fresh-dough, scratch-made model with strong local supplier relationships and a loyal community following. The business carries a 4.8 Google rating reflecting consistent product quality and customer satisfaction without franchise royalties or brand restrictions. This acquisition is well suited for an experienced food-service operator seeking a high-reputation, owner-operated pizza concept with clear upside from expanded hours or marketing.

Manager in PlaceRetirement SaleSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Takeout Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$129KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$127K
Multiple:1.0x
Why Buy

A primarily takeout-focused independent pizza operation in the Tampa Bay area generating approximately $127,000 in annual cash flow on solid recurring demand, with a strong 4.7 Google rating and established catering relationships in the local community. The non-franchise model allows a new owner to retain full margin and pricing control, while the seller's willingness to train on recipes and operations reduces transition risk. Below-market rent is a significant structural advantage that supports strong cash-on-cash returns for an experienced buyer.

Sticky CustomersKey Person Risk
Jun 10

Sandwich Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$499KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$197K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This nationally branded sandwich franchise restaurant operates with management in place and generates nearly $200,000 in seller's discretionary earnings, providing an absentee-owner model within a rapidly growing multi-state franchise system. The free-standing location with a drive-through commands high-traffic visibility and serves an established local customer base. Acquiring this operating unit avoids the full build-out cost of a new franchise while capturing immediate cash flow from day one.

Absentee OwnerManager in Place
Jun 10

Fast Food Restaurant for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville, FL
$1.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$392K
Multiple:3.8x
Why Buy

This high-volume drive-through quick service restaurant in Jacksonville, Florida benefits from a prime high-traffic corner location, a recently remodeled facility, and a long-term lease at well-below-market rent, creating a structural cost advantage over comparable operations. The trained team and turnkey setup support a semi-absentee ownership model, and the business generates strong annual cash flow relative to the asking price. The favorable lease structure and proven consumer-facing concept make this an appealing acquisition for income-focused buyers.

Manager in PlaceRetirement SaleGrowth Trajectory
Apr 24

Full Service Restaurant for Sale in Lakeland, FL

Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
$489KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$216K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This Central Florida full-service restaurant serving American cuisine across breakfast, lunch, and dinner operates with an experienced management team in place, allowing for limited owner involvement day-to-day. Recent capital investment in renovations, equipment, and systems has modernized and stabilized the operation for a smooth transition. Growth opportunities through expanded third-party delivery, catering, and additional marketing remain largely untapped by the current ownership.

Manager in PlaceGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Multi Unit Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Florida

FL
$2.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$750K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This group of franchise quick-service restaurants in South Florida operates under a globally recognized brand across strategically located high-traffic sites, generating $750,000 in consistent annual cash flow. Efficient systems, experienced staff, and brand recognition built over five-plus years of continuous operation provide a stable foundation for a new owner or multi-unit operator. The turnkey nature of the business and established franchise infrastructure offer a clear path to growth through additional unit additions or location optimization.

Retirement Sale
Jun 10

Restaurant With Real Estate for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$3.0MFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This Tampa Bay-area restaurant with real estate offers a fully built-out facility on a signaled corner with 190 linear feet of frontage, available for immediate occupancy as an owner-user or investment. The included real estate provides long-term location security and eliminates lease risk, a significant structural advantage for a new operator. The combination of a purpose-built restaurant facility and owned property in a high-visibility position offers enduring value beyond the operating business.

Jun 10

Franchise Pizzeria for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$750KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$238K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This South Florida franchise pizzeria generates $238,000 in annual cash flow from a well-located unit in a dense tourist and residential corridor, operating under an established brand with proven systems, national recognition, and ongoing franchisor support. The restaurant is fully equipped with approximately $450,000 in furniture, fixtures, and kitchen equipment, reflecting a high-quality buildout with no near-term capex required. Consistent foot traffic from both locals and visitors supports predictable, year-round demand.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Japanese Steakhouse Group for Sale in Florida

FL
$25.0MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$2.5M
Multiple:9.9x
Why Buy

This Florida hibachi and Japanese steakhouse group generates $2.5 million in SDE across its portfolio of locations, reflecting a high-margin dining concept with strong table turn rates and consistent experiential demand. The hibachi format commands premium pricing, drives group and celebratory dining occasions, and benefits from limited delivery substitution risk compared to casual dining. The multi-location structure provides operational leverage, brand recognition, and meaningful scale for a hospitality investor.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersRetirement Sale
Jun 10

Bar & Restaurant Asset for Sale in Deltona, FL

Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL
$600KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This 3,500 sq. ft. bar and restaurant in a Florida coastal tourist market offers a fully equipped commercial kitchen, seating for 150, and a flexible floor plan built for high-volume hospitality. The asset sale eliminates the cost and timeline of a ground-up buildout, with infrastructure including hood systems, walk-in coolers, and a complete line setup already in place. Strong visibility and tourist foot traffic make this an attractive entry point for an experienced restaurateur seeking a turnkey operation.

Growth TrajectoryRegulatory RiskHigh CapEx
Jun 10

Fast Food Franchise Multi for Sale in Orlando, FL

Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL
$2.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$614K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This two-unit fast food franchise package in Central Florida's Orlando metro market occupies high-visibility, drive-thru locations in rapidly growing, affluent trade areas with strong daytime population density. Both units are top performers within their franchise system, backed by a brand with over 85 years of history and more than 7,700 locations worldwide. Strong sales, seasoned staff, and demographically favorable locations make this an exceptional multi-unit acquisition opportunity.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Established Turnkey Latin Restaurant for Sale in Miami, FL

Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$650KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This well-established Central American restaurant is located in a high-traffic, culturally vibrant neighborhood of the Miami metro area, drawing both loyal local diners and visitors seeking authentic cuisine. The facility is fully equipped with a commercial kitchen, dining area, and all necessary fixtures for immediate continued operations. Strong pedestrian traffic, a solid community reputation, and a prime location support consistent demand.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville, FL
$575KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$250K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This Indian cuisine franchise location in the Jacksonville, Florida market generates over $1.2 million in annual sales with verified owner earnings near $250,000, and qualifies for SBA financing. Absentee ownership demonstrates that trained management can sustain strong performance without the owner on-site. The opportunity to acquire a second affiliated location in central Florida creates an accessible multi-unit platform for a qualified buyer.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Waterfront Bar And Restaurant for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$2.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$404K
Multiple:6.2x
Why Buy

This waterfront bar and restaurant in the Tampa Bay metro area includes real estate in the sale, with a full kitchen, outdoor tiki bar patio, live music programming, and a full liquor license, creating a differentiated entertainment-dining concept. With four managers and an established staff team, the business operates with management depth that supports a smooth ownership transition. The inclusion of real property adds long-term asset value and eliminates lease risk for an incoming buyer.

Manager in Place
Jun 10

Multi Concept Restaurant Portfolio for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$900KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This portfolio of multiple dining concepts in a high-traffic Florida tourism market offers varied menu formats — spanning breakfast through dinner — supported by dine-in, takeout, and online ordering infrastructure. Located in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater corridor, the properties benefit from Florida's hospitality-driven economy and consistent tourist and resident demand. The portfolio structure diversifies revenue risk while giving a buyer scale economies in management and supplier relationships.

High Seasonality
Jun 10

Beachside Cafe And Bakery for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$550KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$210K
Multiple:2.6x
Why Buy

A well-regarded cafe and bakery in the Tampa Bay area has attracted a multi-generational clientele of locals, snowbirds, and tourists for over 35 years through a combination of authentic recipes, imported goods, and a purpose-built space with a beer and wine license. The limited hours of operation — morning through early afternoon — provide lifestyle flexibility for an owner-operator while preserving strong annual cash flow. The established brand loyalty and unique market positioning create a defensible niche that has sustained the business through multiple economic cycles.

Retirement SaleHigh Seasonality
Jun 10

Fine Dining Italian Restaurant for Sale in Port St. Lucie, FL

Port St. Lucie, FL
$585KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$261K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

Situated in the Port St. Lucie, Florida region, this upscale Italian restaurant has earned regional recognition for its fresh seasonal menu and curated wine program, drawing diners from a broad geographic catchment. Consistently high ratings and strong word-of-mouth underpin a loyal customer base spanning both locals and destination visitors. The business generates solid owner earnings at a purchase price that implies an attractive multiple relative to its established reputation.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Waterfront Restaurant for Sale in Florida

FL
$1.8MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$787K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

Established High-margin food & beverage business serving Florida. The business generates meaningful owner earnings, supporting an acquisition in the $1M–$2M range. Exact location, full description, and seller details are available after sign-up.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Breakfast & Lunch Diner for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$649KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$220K
Multiple:3.0x
Why Buy

This Florida breakfast and lunch diner produces over $220K in annual owner benefit through a clean, efficient operation with proven systems and built-in stability. The limited day-part focus keeps labor and food costs manageable while delivering consistent daily volume from a loyal local customer base. The business appeals to an owner-operator seeking a manageable, single-shift food service concept with immediate cash flow.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Restaurant With Real Estate for Sale in Tampa, FL

Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL
$3.0MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$180K
Multiple:16.7x
Why Buy

This Tampa Bay area property combines an operating restaurant and the underlying real estate in a single offering, providing a buyer with both immediate operating income and a long-term appreciating asset in a high-growth Florida market. The turnkey setup includes an outfitted kitchen and dining space ready for operations without significant capital expenditure. Real estate ownership eliminates lease risk and provides strategic optionality — including repurposing the property — that a pure restaurant acquisition cannot offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many food & beverage businesses are for sale in Florida?
Searcher OS currently tracks 620 businesses for sale in Florida, aggregated daily from broker websites and the major marketplaces. 31 of them were listed in the last 7 days. Every listing is de-identified — you see the financials and metro area first, and unlock full details free.
How much does a food & beverage business cost in Florida?
The median asking price of current listings is $372,000, and average seller's discretionary earnings run around $206,000. Most small businesses trade at a multiple of cash flow, so compare the asking price against earnings rather than revenue.
What multiple of earnings do food & beverage businesses in Florida list for?
Across the 429 food & beverage businesses currently browsable in Florida, the median asking price is $372K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $125K. The median asking price works out to 3.0x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
Can I buy a Florida food & beverage business with an SBA loan?
Usually, yes. Most businesses in this size range qualify for SBA 7(a) acquisition financing, which typically covers up to 90% of the purchase price on a 10-year term, leaving a 10–15% down payment. Lenders look for steady cash flow that covers the loan payments with room to spare (debt service coverage), so listings with documented earnings are the easiest to finance.
How do I find food & beverage businesses for sale in Florida before they hit the big marketplaces?
Most listings appear on individual broker websites days or weeks before they reach the national marketplaces. Searcher OS scrapes those broker sites daily and matches new Florida food & beverage listings against your acquisition criteria, so you can be the first call instead of one of fifty.

Buying a Food & Beverage Business in Florida

Buying a food & beverage business in Florida pairs a sector you can evaluate with a market you can drive to. Restaurants, cafes, and food service Common business types include Restaurants, Cafes, Catering, Food Trucks, Bars, Bakeries.

When you compare food & beverage listings in Florida, look past the asking price: verify seller's discretionary earnings against tax returns, understand how much revenue is recurring versus project-based, and gauge how dependent the business is on the current owner. Most listings in this range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing with 10–15% down, so a deal's debt service coverage matters as much as its headline price. These guides cover the fundamentals:

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