How Much Is My Restaurant Worth?
Dominique Maddox, CBI, CFE | EATS Broker It’s the first question almost every restaurant owner asks me and the most important one they’ll ask before making one of the biggest financial decisions of their life. Dominique, how much is my restaurant worth? I’ve been answering that question for over a decade. And the honest answer […]
What is the best time to sell a restaurant?
The best time to sell a restaurant is when you have the patience to find a buyer. It takes an average of 6-8 months to sell a restaurant. For many restaurant owners, the decision to sell in 2026 isn’t just about “getting out “; it’s about a strategic transition. Whether you are a Baby Boomer […]
What Numbers Should a Restaurant Owner Know When Selling a Restaurant?
In the restaurant industry, there’s an old saying: “People lie, but numbers don’t.” The strongest restaurant operators know their numbers by muscle memory. They review performance daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly, not just at tax time. Unfortunately, many restaurant owners don’t look closely at their financials until they’re forced to sell—often because of burnout, health […]
How to Buy an Existing Restaurant: A Practical Buyer’s Checklist
Buying an existing restaurant can be a cheat code and one of the fastest ways to enter the restaurant industry. The most common mistake for new restaurant owners is not planning for an exit strategy at the start, and having a buyer’s checklist. As a Dallas, Texas, restaurant broker, Dominique Maddox, CBI, CFE, works with […]
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 […]
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Restaurant
Selling your restaurant differs significantly from selling residential or commercial real estate or other businesses. Restaurants operate with thin margins, complex leases, specific labor requirements, and owner involvement. Selling a restaurant is a science. The process can feel like a slow cooker and not a pressure cooker. The average restaurant takes 6-8 months to sell, […]
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 […]