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American Restaurants For Sale in New Jersey

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Premier Restaurant, Bar & Event Venue | $2.8M- Sales | Liquor License

Hudson County, NJ

A rare opportunity has become available to acquire one of Northern New Jersey's premier hospitality businesses. This long-established operation generates annual sales in excess of $2.8 million and...

$1,969,000

$1,969,000

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Fully Equipped Indian Restaurant with Long-Term Lease in Hoboken

Hoboken, NJ

Established restaurant opportunity in a prime Washington Street location in Hoboken, NJ. This sale includes the business assets, kitchen equipment, fixtures, furniture, inventory, leasehold...

$350,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

Business For Sale with Liquor License Included | Churrascaria Paladar

Hackettstown, NJ

Churrascaria Paladar is an established and highly successful Brazilian Rodizio Steakhouse. Turnkey opportunity with liquor license included sits on a 2.45-acre riverfront parcel along busy Route 46 in...

$750,000

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$750,000

Northern Bergen County Restaurant- Bar with Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Bergen County, NJ

Turnkey Restaurant & Bar Opportunity — Affluent Bergen County, NJ Community This Bergen County Gem is a beautifully appointed restaurant and bar concept located in the heart of one of Bergen County's...

$2,399,999

Cash Flow: $312,982

$2,399,999

Cash Flow: $312,982

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Fully Built Restaurant / Coffee Shop

Hoboken, NJ

An incredible opportunity to acquire a stunning, fully built-out bi-level loft restaurant and coffee shop. Newly constructed in 2022 with impeccable modern design, this 4,000-square-foot establishment...

$599,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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$599,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Established Dual-Concept Franchised Restaurant | Bergen County, NJ

Emerson, NJ

Seller Financing Available for Qualified Buyers Rare opportunity to acquire a dual-concept, franchised restaurant, operating from a highly visible freestanding building in Bergen County, NJ. This...

$150,000

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$150,000

Own a Popular Turnkey TexMex Fast Casual National Franchise Restaurant

Totowa, NJ

Established TexMex Fast Casual Franchise Restaurant - Totowa, NJ This turnkey franchise restaurant represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a proven QSR concept in a prime downtown Totowa...

$165,000

Cash Flow: $59,000

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$165,000

Cash Flow: $59,000

Restaurant opportunity in prime location Net Profit 105K!

Union County, NJ

"Discover the Perfect Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Fine Dining! Net Profit 248K & Semi Absentee Owner! Please Sign the attached confidentiality Agreement Below and we will contact you as...

$299,000

Cash Flow: $104,230

$299,000

Cash Flow: $104,230

Famous Restaurant Old Glory Kitchen & Spirits Liquor License Included

Keyport, NJ

FAMOUS RESTAURTANT WITH LIQUOR LICENSE - KEYPORT, NJ Old Glory Kitchen & Spirits presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established restaurant and bar operation in downtown Keyport's...

$975,000

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$975,000

Turnkey Corner Restaurant - Downtown New Brunswick
Asset Sale

New Brunswick, NJ

Rare opportunity to take over a beautiful, recently built-out, fully equipped restaurant in a prominent corner location in Downtown New Brunswick. The space is essentially ready for a new operator and...

$299,000

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$299,000

Wayback Burgers
Franchise

Available Nationwide

We have 180+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!

$250,000

$250,000

Established Mexican Takeout Restaurant
Asset Sale

Wood-Ridge, NJ

Established Mexican Takeout Restaurant - Turnkey Operation in Prime Location This well-established restaurant has been serving the Wood-Ridge community since 1980 and underwent complete renovation in...

$60,000

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$60,000

Rare Winslow NJ Type 33 Liquor License – Transfer Ready.
Asset Sale

Winslow Township, NJ

This is a Plenary Retail Consumption License (Type 33) available in Winslow Township, Camden County, NJ. The license is active, transferable, and ideal for a bar or restaurant operation. It was...

$299,000

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$299,000

Dine-In, Catering, Restaurant with Specialty Bakery & Event Space

Hunterdon County, NJ

A rare opportunity to acquire a 45-year-established, asset-heavy specialty food enterprise on the prime corner of Main Street, Hunterdon Cound— directly across from the 443,291 SF mixed-use...

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$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $51,373

Bar/Tavern For Sale With Real Estate In South Jersey

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

New Jersey

Bar/tavern for sale with real estate in South Jersey. Excellent location on main highway with strong demographics. Well established business since 1965. Property has been renovated and very well...

$1,299,000

$1,299,000

Cash Flow: $236,357

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Healthy Eatery – Salads, Sandwiches, Wraps & Smoothies

Monmouth County, NJ

Excellent opportunity to acquire an established fast-casual restaurant specializing in fresh, made-to-order salads, wraps, sandwiches, grain bowls, smoothies, and other healthy meal options. The...

$739,268

$739,268

Cash Flow: $295,707

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Top Restaurant and Bar in Monmouth County

Monmouth County, NJ

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established bar and restaurant in one of New Jersey's most highly desirable and affluent communities. Ideally positioned in a vibrant, walkable downtown with...

$1,650,000

$1,650,000

Cash Flow: $255,000

500 seat Restaurant & BAR for sale or Joint development

Woodbridge Township, NJ

500 Seat restaurant and Bar with 33C Pro liquor License available for sale or lease or joint operation. Plenty of parking , study clientele in operation for 12 years...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $400,000

Indian Restaurant_Long established, fully staffed, high revenue !

Bridgewater, NJ

Price Reduced. (Non negotiable).Excellent opportunity for investors to own a fully established Indian cuisine restaurant in the heart of Somerset county. Restaurant is located in a busy shopping plaza...

$225,000

$225,000

Turnkey highway diner opportunity with seating for about 165 guests

Middletown Township, NJ

II). Freestanding, purpose?built diner building of approximately 4,000+ sq ft with seating for about 165 guests and over 80 on?site parking spaces on a highly visible Route 36 jug?handle corner (buyer...

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Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $100,000

Great location, endless potential!

Franklin Township, NJ

Turn-key Chinese restaurant in Franklin Township, NJ, presents an outstanding investment opportunity with 4,000 square feet of prime strip mall space. Operating continuously since 2020, this business...

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$125,000

$125,000

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!

$750,000

$750,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,883,846

Bakery/Restaurant In Grocery Store w/ 1800 Flower Contract For Sale!!

Woodbridge, NJ

This established bakery and restaurant operation represents a strategic acquisition opportunity in the specialty food service sector. The business specializes in artisanal desserts, custom...

$119,000

$119,000

Well-established American Restaurant for Sale

Hudson County, NJ

LISTING ID # 37759 Well-established American cuisine restaurant offering a popular menu of sandwiches, chicken dishes, fresh salads, and other customer favorites. The business operates with a highly...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Well Established Pizzeria Restaurant located in Central New Jersey

Robbinsville Township, NJ

ESTABLISHED PIZZERIA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT - MERCER COUNTY, NJ This successful full-service Italian restaurant and pizzeria offers an outstanding acquisition opportunity in a prime Mercer County...

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$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Fast Food Franchise for Sale in Passaic County, NJ

Passaic County, NJ

LISTING ID # 37746 Two nationally known fast-food franchises are located in an extremely busy strip mall in Passaic County. The seller, who has owned the business for 33 years, is ready to move on to...

$185,000

$185,000

Cash Flow: $81,000

Busy Turn-Key Operating Restaurant

Hackensack, NJ

TURN-KEY PROFITABLE RESTAURANT – BUSY MAIN STREET, HACKENSACK NJ Excellent opportunity to acquire an established, profitable food business in a highly visible Main Street location in Hackensack. This...

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$350,000

$350,000

Profitable Restaurant Ready for immediate Lease withLiquor License

Byram Township, NJ

PROFITABLE AMERICAN RESTAURANT WITH FULL LIQUOR LICENSE - BYRAM TOWNSHIP, NJ Established in 2024, this 100-seat American restaurant represents an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Sussex County's...

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$500,000

$500,000

STEAL THIS RESTAURANT! SANDWICH shop open and successful

Burlington County, NJ

Where else can you find a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant in an upscale neighborhood with LOW RENT at this price? Why spend hundreds of thousands of dollars building a restaurant from the ground up...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

DUCK DONUT Franchise For Sale

Clark, NJ

Modern, fully equipped store. Located in busy retail plaza Just off GSP Exit 135...

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$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Vintage Diner with Duplex

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Wildwood, NJ

Vintage diner situated near Convention Center, beach, boardwalk and main thoroughfare on and off the island. 98 seats serving breakfast and lunch. Could expand into a popular dinner service and...

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$1,400,000

$1,400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Prime Location - Heart of Montclair 9 Years Left on Lease

Montclair, NJ

PRIME MONTCLAIR RESTAURANT FOR SALE Exceptional turnkey restaurant opportunity in the heart of Montclair's vibrant corridor. This fully built-out 1,296 square foot and represents a rare chance to...

$550,000

$550,000

Toastique
Franchise

Available in New Jersey

Join one of the fastest-growing, most simple-to-run healthy fast-casual restaurants!

$300,000

$300,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $614,256

Profitable BBQ Restaurant with Diverse Menu and Strong Cash Flow

Edison, NJ

This established barbecue restaurant offers authentic smoked meats alongside a complementary menu of boba tea, fresh fruit juices, and handcrafted milkshakes, creating a broad customer appeal. In...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $401,315

Golden Opportunity!

Shrewsbury, NJ

Exceptional Restaurant Business Opportunity at a prime Shrewsbury location. Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established and highly regarded Lebanese restaurant in the heart of Shrewsbury. Ideally...

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$75,000

$75,000

Bar/ Restaurant With Water Views and Real Estate in South Jersey

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

New Jersey

Bar/restaurant/event venue with beautiful water views for sale in South Jersey. This 11,550 sqft. facility sits on 4 scenic acres with additional outdoor dining space. Features an upscale indoor...

$4,500,000

$4,500,000

Cash Flow: $709,380

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Jimmy John's for Sale in Philadelphia DMA

Gloucester County, NJ

An established Jimmy John’s franchise is now available in the Philadelphia DMA. This recently remodeled store features an attractive drive-thru setup and offers a buyer the opportunity to acquire an...

$835,000

$835,000

Cash Flow: $215,000

Location With Huge Upside Potential & Opportunity #0359

Secaucus, NJ

This 120-seat restaurant location in Secaucus, NJ has been operated by the current ownership for over 20 years and presents a strong opportunity for a new operator to refresh and reposition the...

$345,000

$345,000

Anchor Bar
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.

$400,000

$400,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,449,992

ID #1770 – Award Winning Cocktail Bar | Excellent Hudson Co. Location

Hudson County, NJ

The sale includes: business, lease, "33" liquor license and FF&E A great opportunity to acquire a beloved, award-winning cocktail bar in the heart of Hudson County — one of the most desirable dining...

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$1,095,000

$1,095,000

ID #1769 - Iconic History | Excellent Bergen County Location | RE & LL

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Bergen County, NJ

The sale includes: real estate, business, “33” liquor license and FFE A cornerstone of its community for decades, this beloved full-service restaurant and bar has anchored the local dining scene for...

$1,795,000

$1,795,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Franchised fast casual seafood, Jersey Shore, high seasonal sales

Long Branch, NJ

Fast causual franchise concept oceanfront at the Jersey Shore. $900k in seasonal sales. Established, turn key and ready for the season. $200k plus a month sales in season....

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Fast Casual Restaurant Franchise For Sale 11 locations and growing

New Jersey

Fast-casual restaurant franchise with 11 locations and rapid expansion across the Northeast now available for sale. The current owners have established a strong operational foundation, creating...

$12,000,000

$12,000,000

Cash Flow: $789,000

ID #1750 - Prime Oceanfront Restaurant with Million-Dollar Views

Monmouth County, NJ

Own a piece of the Jersey Shore’s culinary legacy! Under the same ownership for many years, this premier restaurant is now available for sale. Unparalleled Location & Views: - Prime real estate with...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

Brian Elkin

Elkin & Lee Realty & Business Advisors

Serving Bergen County, NJ

Elkin & Lee Business and Realty Advisors is a boutique agency concentrating on businesses ranging in sales from $500,000 to $20 million. The company has extensive business relationships with small business owners, entrepreneurs, investors, developers, business and real estate brokers throughout the Tri-State area. Our listings on BROKERWORKS/BIZBUYSELL represent only a small selection of our excellent and exclusive business opportunities in many different industries and cater to buyers with all levels of available funds. All listings are supported with financial information that is fully verifiable. We currently represent over 100 businesses that offer an excellent return on investment for qualified buyers. This inventory is coupled with our excellent banking connections allowing us to help facilitate SBA Loans for qualified buyers. We handle all your paperwork. Elkin & Lee Business and Realty Advisors proudly represents both buyers and sellers, who put their trust in us to best represent their business and interests. Call or email us today to find a business for you or to discuss selling your business. Elkin & Lee Business and Realty Advisors, we work to help you secure your future.

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Established Cafe-Diner

Morris County, NJ

Old school American Diner on State Highway 18 years left on below market lease Established for 11+ years owner retiring, in his 70's Large parking on very busy state highway with 150+'frontage...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Thriving Restaurant With Consistent Growth And Amazing Staff

Trenton, NJ

Want profitable and fun? This refined American restaurant is a beloved spot for celebrations and corporate events thanks to its amazing cuisine and bar. It's so popular that it's had excellent growth...

$1,099,900

$1,099,900

Cash Flow: $339,525

Seafood Takeout and Catering

Burlington County, NJ

This well-established restaurant in Burlington County, NJ offers an unrivaled and delicious menu in seafood an American cuisine. Turnkey business shop with a brand new AC unit- convenient location in...

$49,000

$49,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

Upscale Restaurant & Banquets for Sale – Union County New Jersey

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Roselle Park, NJ

Opportunity for a motivated buyer looking into a profitable business An exceptional opportunity to own a fully renovated, approximately 30,000 sq ft building in Central Jersey — just minutes from New...

$6,000,000

$6,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,800,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Long Standing Neighborhood Staple; plenty of parking

Morris County, NJ

Family owned and operated diner, serving good American cuisine to a Loyal customer base, same location for 42 years...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $208,885

Shuckin' Shack
Franchise

Available in New Jersey

With 20+ Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bars now open in six states, we bring our coastal vibe with fresh seafood, tasty cocktails and “A Good Shuckin' Time”!

$350,000

$350,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,315,675

Restaurant Edgewater Location #0355

Edgewater, NJ

An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established restaurant location in the highly desirable Edgewater, New Jersey market. The business is positioned within a vibrant retail corridor surrounded by...

$265,000

$265,000

ID #1742 - Rare Hudson County Restaurant with 34-Year Lease and Liquor

Hudson County, NJ

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly regarded, multi-space restaurant and bar located in the heart of Hudson County! The property benefits from an affluent, high-net-worth residential...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Turnkey Restaurant! Rare Jersey City Type-33 Liquor License Included!

Hudson County, NJ

The Corner Pho, located at 189 Erie St, Jersey City, NJ, is a fully built-out \(\approx4,000\) square foot restaurant that doubles as a turnkey business and highly visible commercial property. It is a...

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$849,000

$849,000

Scalable & Lucrative Experiential Dining Business For Sale in NJ

New Jersey

Own an existing, successful fondue restaurant supported by 50-years of YoY success and a legacy brand name. Path to Ownership: This is an established corporate operation looking to transfer to...

$675,000

$675,000

#33 Liquor License - Livingston, NJ
Asset Sale

Livingston, NJ

#33 Plenary Liquor License ONLY Township of Livingston, NJ...

$975,000

$975,000

Jon Smith Subs
Franchise

Available in New Jersey

Join Jon Smith Subs: a thriving franchise offering fresh, delicious subs in a vibrant atmosphere. Be part of a growing community today!

$100,000

$100,000

Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in New Jersey
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) Total New Jersey Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed55 503
Asking Price$350,000-
Reported Revenue$957,000 $1,727,457
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$160,000 $54,780
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$272,500$350,000$817,500

Market Financial Highlights

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

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$666,750$120,000
Median$957,000$160,000
Upper Quartile$1,575,000$250,000

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 New Jersey.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.362.00
Median0.492.42
Upper Quartile0.643.69

FAQ's

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

The median asking price for an established American Restaurant in New Jersey is $350,000, though prices range from under $272,500 to well over $817,500.

How much do American Restaurants owners in New Jersey earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in New Jersey is $957,000 and owners earn a median of $160,000, 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 New Jersey, revenue multiples range from 0.36 to 0.64, with a median of 0.49. Earning multiples range from 2.00 to 3.69, with the median at 2.42. This means the typical American Restaurant in New Jersey may ask for around 0.49 times its annual revenue, and 2.42 times its annual owner earnings.

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