40 Year Old Family Style Restaurant For Sale with Drive Through
Business Description
Well-Established Family-Style Restaurant with Drive-Through
Location in a high growth area of Jefferson County Alabama
Overview:
Highly successful family-style second generational restaurant serving authentic Southern “meat-and-three” meals. Operating for nearly 40 years, the business has built a loyal customer base and strong brand recognition. A rare differentiator is its drive-through service, which accounts for approximately 40% of sales.
Financial Highlights:
Revenue: ~$2.9MM (FYE 2024)
Consistent profitability with strong cash flow
Positioned for SBA financing
Key Strengths:
Prime location in high-traffic corridor
Multi-generational customer loyalty
Experienced staff with low turnover
Strong community reputation
Growth Opportunities:
Expand catering and delivery services
Add breakfast and seasonal menu offerings
Strengthen digital presence and loyalty programs
Potential for additional locations or franchising
Facilities:
Free-standing building with drive-through
~7,250 sq. ft. with ample parking
Long-term NNN lease in place
Reason for Sale: Retirement. Seller will assist with transition.
Location in a high growth area of Jefferson County Alabama
Overview:
Highly successful family-style second generational restaurant serving authentic Southern “meat-and-three” meals. Operating for nearly 40 years, the business has built a loyal customer base and strong brand recognition. A rare differentiator is its drive-through service, which accounts for approximately 40% of sales.
Financial Highlights:
Revenue: ~$2.9MM (FYE 2024)
Consistent profitability with strong cash flow
Positioned for SBA financing
Key Strengths:
Prime location in high-traffic corridor
Multi-generational customer loyalty
Experienced staff with low turnover
Strong community reputation
Growth Opportunities:
Expand catering and delivery services
Add breakfast and seasonal menu offerings
Strengthen digital presence and loyalty programs
Potential for additional locations or franchising
Facilities:
Free-standing building with drive-through
~7,250 sq. ft. with ample parking
Long-term NNN lease in place
Reason for Sale: Retirement. Seller will assist with transition.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 40
- Employees
- 22
- Facilities & Assets
- Free Standing Building with plenty of parking and a drive through. 10 Year Lease agreement with escalators every 5 years having two 5 year options
- Opportunities for Growth
- Drive-Through Optimization (40% of Sales):
Enhance throughput with digital menu boards, mobile order pick-up, and bundled family meals to increase average ticket size.
Delivery & Online Ordering:** Expand reach through third-party delivery platforms and a branded loyalty app to capture younger, tech-savvy demographics.
Catering Expansion:** Build recurring revenue streams by targeting corporate offices, churches, schools, and community events.
Menu Growth:** Add breakfast service for commuters, seasonal specials to drive repeat visits, and
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 15,052
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- 3 Weeks
Listing Info
- ID
- 2418509
- Listing Views
- 16
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