Texas Restaurant Market Report Q2 2026: Closures, Openings & What Texas Owners Must Know
By Dominique Maddox, CBI, CFE | EATS Broker – Dallas Restaurant BrokerPublished: June 2026 | EATS Broker Quarterly Texas Restaurant Market Report Every quarter, I put together a Texas Restaurant Market Report for restaurant owners and buyers across Dallas, Houston, Austin, and beyond. Not to predict the future, but to tell you what’s actually happening […]
EATS Broker sells Mouton’s Bistro and Bar in Cedar Park, Texas
EATS Broker, the Dallas-based restaurant brokerage firm led by Dominique Maddox, CBI, CFE, proudly announces the successful sale of Mouton’s Bistro and Bar located at 1821 S Lakeline Blvd #104, Cedar Park, TX 78613. EATS Broker served as the intermediary between the buyer and seller during the resale process. The new buyers currently own pizza […]
Restaurant Valuation for Baby Boomer Owners
Why a Professional Valuation Matters More Than Ever For many Baby Boomer entrepreneurs, your restaurant is more than a business—it’s years of early mornings, late nights, and a built-in community. Valuing your business relies not on sentiment, gross sales, or retirement needs, but on verified cash flow, market conditions, and risk. Restaurant valuation combines financial […]
Ready to Sell Your Restaurant in 2026? How to Get Ready for a Maximum Value Exit
If you’re ready to sell your restaurant in 2026 and are asking whether it is the right time, you’re already ahead of most operators. Most restaurant owners don’t plan their exit. They are forced to sell a restaurant due to burnout, lease pressure, declining margins, partnership disputes, and health issues. The strongest exits don’t happen […]
What are The Risks of Selling a Restaurant
Selling a restaurant isn’t just a financial decision; it’s emotional, strategic, and often one of the most critical milestones in a restaurant owner’s life. For many restaurant owners, their business represents years (or decades) of sacrifice, community presence, and personal identity. But here’s the truth: selling a restaurant is NOT as easy as many restaurant […]
EATS Broker Successfully Sells Shipley Do-Nuts Franchise in San Antonio, Texas
EATS Broker Successfully Sells Shipley Do-Nuts Franchise in San Antonio, Texas The Texas restaurant market continues to show incredible strength. EATS Broker, the Dallas-based restaurant brokerage firm led by Dominique Maddox, CBI, CFE, proudly announces the successful sale of the Shipley Do-Nuts franchise located at 8915 Bandera Road, San Antonio, Texas 78254. The transaction represents […]
How Much Does it Cost to Open a Restaurant
By Dominique Maddox, CBI, CFE – The Restaurant Broker at EATS Broker Thinking about opening a restaurant? Opening a restaurant is exciting—but it’s also expensive, complex, and often misunderstood. Many first-time restaurant owners, corporate refugees, and even experienced operators underestimate the actual cost of launching a restaurant. The harsh reality? A large percentage of restaurant […]
Ready to Sell a Restaurant? What Documents Are Needed?
Are you ready to sell a restaurant and wondering what documents you need to prepare? You’re not alone. After a challenging year for many operators, marked by rising costs, labor shortages, and tighter profit margins, restaurant owners across the country are beginning to consider their restaurant exit strategies seriously. The end of the year is […]
Why Baby Boomer Restaurant Owners Should Use a Restaurant Broker
Restaurant owners looking to sell a restaurant do not discuss baby boomer restaurant owners’ exit strategies enough. When should I talk to a Restaurant Broker? This is a common question amongst restaurant owners. Many baby boomer restaurant owners begin the conversation months or even years before they officially list to sell a restaurant. Restaurant Brokers […]