Established Seafood/Crab house Restaurant for Sale – Near Baltimore
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ESTABLISHED SEAFOOD & CRAB HOUSE RESTAURANT FOR SALE
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established seafood restaurant operating successfully since 2008 in Howard County, Maryland, just outside Baltimore. This turnkey operation generates over $1.15 million in annual revenue from its prime location with excellent visibility off a main road.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
• 6,800 sq ft fully equipped restaurant with carryout and full dining service
• Specialized seafood operation featuring dedicated steaming room with live steam
• Complete catering capabilities with supplies included
• Full liquor license available (transfer required)
• Strong local following with minimal direct competition within 8-10 mile radius
KEY FEATURES:
• Large, fully equipped commercial kitchen
• Ample walk-in storage and prep areas
• Flexible layout allowing for bar addition or secondary office space
• Extensive recent maintenance and upgrades completed
• All FF&E and inventory included in sale price
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
• Annual Revenue: $1,155,000
• Monthly Lease: $10,000 (6,800 sq ft)
• Established 16-year operating history
• Strong cash flow with growth potential
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
• Expand operating hours for increased revenue
• Develop catering services (infrastructure already in place)
• Add bar service to dining room for higher ticket averages
• Menu expansion with high-margin seafood and BBQ items
• Leverage established brand or rebrand with new concept
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
• Only seafood/crab-focused restaurant in 8-10 mile radius
• Prime location with high visibility
• Established customer base and local reputation
• Turnkey operation ready for immediate takeover
The seller provides comprehensive transition support including minimum 2 weeks on-site training plus additional availability. This represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established restaurant in a market-dominant position with significant upside potential.
Asking Price: $325,000 (includes all equipment, fixtures, and inventory)
Serious inquiries only.
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established seafood restaurant operating successfully since 2008 in Howard County, Maryland, just outside Baltimore. This turnkey operation generates over $1.15 million in annual revenue from its prime location with excellent visibility off a main road.
BUSINESS OVERVIEW:
• 6,800 sq ft fully equipped restaurant with carryout and full dining service
• Specialized seafood operation featuring dedicated steaming room with live steam
• Complete catering capabilities with supplies included
• Full liquor license available (transfer required)
• Strong local following with minimal direct competition within 8-10 mile radius
KEY FEATURES:
• Large, fully equipped commercial kitchen
• Ample walk-in storage and prep areas
• Flexible layout allowing for bar addition or secondary office space
• Extensive recent maintenance and upgrades completed
• All FF&E and inventory included in sale price
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
• Annual Revenue: $1,155,000
• Monthly Lease: $10,000 (6,800 sq ft)
• Established 16-year operating history
• Strong cash flow with growth potential
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
• Expand operating hours for increased revenue
• Develop catering services (infrastructure already in place)
• Add bar service to dining room for higher ticket averages
• Menu expansion with high-margin seafood and BBQ items
• Leverage established brand or rebrand with new concept
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES:
• Only seafood/crab-focused restaurant in 8-10 mile radius
• Prime location with high visibility
• Established customer base and local reputation
• Turnkey operation ready for immediate takeover
The seller provides comprehensive transition support including minimum 2 weeks on-site training plus additional availability. This represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established restaurant in a market-dominant position with significant upside potential.
Asking Price: $325,000 (includes all equipment, fixtures, and inventory)
Serious inquiries only.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 18
- Employees
- 10 (2 Full-time, 8 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- 6,800 sq. ft. facility featuring both carryout and dining room, a large fully equipped commercial kitchen, ample walk-in coolers and storage areas, and a dedicated steaming room with live steam for crabs, shrimp, and other seafood. FF&E and inventory included in the sale. Full liquor license available (buyer to apply/transfer). 2016 Ford Transit 62K miles with attached cold box for transporting crabs and or other large items.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Well-known seafood restaurant with a strong local following just outside Baltimore, benefiting from a prime location off a main road with excellent visibility. The business enjoys a highly favorable competitive landscape, as there are no comparable seafood restaurants or crab-focused concepts within an 8–10 mile radius, making it the clear destination for seafood lovers in the area.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Significant upside remains through expanded operating hours, catering services, and thoughtful menu expansion. The current menu features a strong foundation of seafood and BBQ, offering ample flexibility to introduce new high-margin items. Additionally, there is a clear opportunity to add a bar to the dining room, creating a new revenue stream, increasing average ticket size, and enhancing the overall guest experience.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 6,800
- Rent
- $10,000.00 per month
About the Sale
- Transition Support
- Minimum of 2 weeks on site, and another 2 weeks available for onsite or virtual. Will gladly answer any questions.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2456531
- Listing Views
- 8
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