EATS Broker Attends the 2026 IBBA Conference
EATS Broker attends the 2026 IBBA Conference, and what it brought home from the event in Minneapolis matters for restaurant owners in Texas and nationwide. The “Super Bowl” of business brokering is officially in the books. I just wrapped up an incredible week in Minneapolis at the 2026 International Business Brokers Association Conference, and to […]
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 […]
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, […]
Ready to sell a restaurant?
It’s the end of the year, and many restaurant owners are ready to sell. November and December are great months to prepare a restaurant to sell in 2025. The year’s first quarter is a busy time for restaurant buying activity. Preparing financials and documents should be a priority when considering selling a restaurant and getting […]
How to sell a restaurant? Increase the Appeal of Your Restaurant
Do you want to use the cheat code to sell a restaurant? The answer is simple: Increase the appeal of your restaurant before you list it for sale. The appearance of a restaurant is more than looks; it also includes streamlined operations, a customer base, and employees. Dallas Restaurant Broker Dominique Maddox of EATS Broker […]
3 Tips for Leasing a Restaurant Space– EATS Broker
3 Tips for Leasing a Restaurant Space Restaurant leases can be complex and involve negotiations on some very important details to a lease. In general, restaurant commercial leases are generally much longer than a typical residential lease. The restaurant tenant is making a much larger financial commitment. Regardless of whether you are an experienced restaurateur, […]
What is the best time to sell a restaurant?
Timing is defined as the choice, judgment, or control of when something should be done. Most Realtors would tell you the best time to sell a house at its highest price point would be May-August. What is the best time to sell a restaurant? EATS Broker would tell you January is the best time to […]
3 Common Reasons Why New Restaurants Fail
Have you ever noticed a new restaurant opening and the next thing you know the restaurant is closed? Every year, a countless number of brave entrepreneurs open restaurants with the idea in mind of being successful. Some individuals have restaurant experience, but a great majority of new restaurant owners don’t have experience. Working with some […]
4 Reasons Why Fast-Casual Restaurants are Growing
Reasons why Fast-Casual Restaurants are growing can be attributed to a number of factors. When you think of a Fast-Casual Restaurant what is the first thought that comes to your mind? Why are Fast-Casual Restaurants Growing? Most people have an idea but don’t know how a Fast-Casual Restaurant is defined. Ask a person to name […]