Welcome to this week’s edition of Deals Revealed from We Sell Restaurants, the nation’s largest restaurant brokerage firm. Each week, Certified Restaurant Brokers Robin Gagnon and Rob Morrison bring insights into the restaurant industry, highlight the hottest new listings, celebrate recent sales, and spotlight franchise opportunities coast to coast.
What's New in the Restaurant Marketplace?
This week, major brands are making headlines:
Innovation is driving fast food forward. New items have debuted at Chipotle, Jack in the Box, Friendly’s, Sonic, and Shake Shack, while Krispy Kreme taps into nostalgia with Pac-Man-themed doughnuts.
On the tech side, brands like BJ’s, Cracker Barrel, and Bloomin’ Brands are integrating AI tools to streamline back-of-house operations.
In real estate news, new concepts are driving energy into local markets. Painted Rooster—a new chicken-and-beer spot—opens June 23 in Charlotte’s Plaza Midwood, within Justin Scotto’s brokerage territory. According to Technomic’s 2025 Top 500 Report, brands like Starbucks, Jersey Mike’s, and Wingstop are fueling record growth.
Suburban full-service restaurants remain strong, while urban fine dining adapts by creating value-driven, curated experiences. The market is dynamic—and opportunity abounds.
Featured Listings of the Week
Thermopolis, WY – Listing #25911
A Franchise Restaurant for Sale with Real Estate. Offered at $450,000, this absentee-run location delivers $545,000 in sales and includes a drive-thru, full kitchen, and prime location. Ideal for an investor or hands-on operator looking for growth.
Chatsworth, GA – Listing #25573
Own a thriving mountain-town café for $299,000. With $300,000+ in sales and $85,000 in owner benefit, this community favorite offers a relaxed lifestyle and strong return, listed by Paul Rogers.
Austin, TX – Listing #25970
Profitable Ghost Kitchen & Meal Prep business priced at $112,000. Fully equipped with over 700 active clients, this turnkey opportunity in Austin is ready for scaling. Represented by Dave Duce.
Insight for Sellers: Big Deals, Bigger Impacts
Bojangles is exploring a $1.5 billion sale, and Roark Capital just acquired Dave’s Hot Chicken—proving strong investor demand for scalable concepts. According to Capstone Partners, franchisors made up 67% of deal volume this year.
Closures are also shifting the landscape. With over 130 closures between Hooters, Red Robin, and Denny’s, strong independent locations are more attractive than ever.
Consumer behavior is evolving—off-premise dining remains strong, and flexible concepts are in demand. Sellers with multiple revenue streams and clean books are positioned for success.
Insight for Buyers: Timing Is Everything
Deal volume may be down, but buyers are seizing this moment to act while others hesitate. Franchisors are leading acquisitions, signaling confidence in proven systems.
With prime real estate becoming available from closures, second-gen spaces present a lower-risk, faster path to opening. Tech-enabled operations are commanding premium pricing.
Distressed assets and flexible formats are trending. Buyers ready to act—with a plan and vision—will find major opportunities now.
Recent Restaurants Sold
Carmel, IN – Listing #19131
A gourmet bakery franchise sold for $86,500. Congratulations to Ernie and Lori Kurtock on the successful sale of this fully equipped business in a high-traffic location with a strong lease.
Dothan, AL – Listing #16657
A family-owned restaurant operating for 20 years has changed hands. The Holmes Team facilitated a smooth transition for a profitable, community-loved favorite.
Phoenix, AZ – Listing #18564
An Asian Fusion Restaurant in downtown Phoenix with $900,000 in sales and $220,000 in owner benefit has sold. This high-energy, entertainment-forward location was a standout acquisition.
New Listings You Shouldn’t Miss
South Phoenix, AZ – Listing #26004
Health-focused franchise with over $340,000 in sales priced at $149,000. Located in a busy center with freeway access. Listed by Mike Smith.
Aurora, CO – Listing #26090
Franchise BBQ Restaurant for $69,000 generating $825,000 in revenue. With low entry cost and strong upside, this listing from Allison Gregory is built for expansion.
Miramar, FL – Listing #25975
Fully built-out South Florida restaurant with over $1M in sales, priced at $974,999. Prime location, sleek buildout, and strong customer base. Listed by Jim Brocious.
Our Values in Action: Client Testimonials
At We Sell Restaurants, our values define our work—integrity, follow-through, and delivering an experience worth sharing.
John Rodgers on Ken Eisenband and Team:
"I cannot say enough about the great experience I had with Ken Eisenband and his team. They found a quality Buyer for our restaurant in record time. Start to finish was less than 3-months. This is a GREAT TEAM to work with and they will get the job done for you like they did for me - 5 Stars across the board!!"
Dan Anderson on Travis Khuel:
"After struggling to move forward with the sale of my store, I found Travis. He kept the sale on track and took care of all the details that I didn’t know anything about. I would not try again to sell it alone - I’d just call Travis!"
Crystal Hartzog on Emily Benedict:
"Working with Emily was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! She made selling our restaurant one of the easiest sales and transitions I’ve ever had. She is organized, dedicated to make the sale, and follows ups. You don’t have to worry if you choose Emily! She is on top of it! She sold our restaurant in less than 2 weeks! We are thrilled to have met Emily, I now call her a friend."
Franchise Opportunities at We Sell Restaurants
Looking for a career shift? Our franchise model offers a professional business with banker’s hours—no nights, weekends, or restaurant operations. It’s a turnkey opportunity with national brand backing and unlimited growth potential. Learn more at wesellrestaurants.com/franchise.
Franchise Resale Support for Brands
We’re currently working with brands like Hungry Howie’s, Smoothie King, Newk’s Eatery, and Beef ‘O’ Brady’s to help franchisees plan exits and optimize resale value. If you’re a franchisor, visit wesellrestaurants.com/franchise-resales to learn how we can support your system.
Closing Thoughts
Whether you’re buying, selling, or thinking about the next step in your restaurant career, the team at We Sell Restaurants is here to help. Listings are moving fast—visit We Sell Restaurants.