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Authentic Italian Restaurant with Catering Division

Built on authentic family recipes and a reputation for exceptional homemade Italian cuisine, this highly respected restaurant has been serving loyal customers for nearly 30 years under its original ownership. Offering dine-in, take-out, and BYOB dining, the business has cultivated a devoted customer base while expanding into a thriving catering operation that generates consistent demand throughout the year for holidays, special events, and private gatherings. The owner, who serves as Executive Chef, has created a business known for quality, consistency, and outstanding customer service.

Delaware County, PA

ASKING PRICE$900,000
GROSS REVENUE$1,400,000
CASH FLOW$200,000
SELLER FINANCINGYes

Business summary

Asking price$900,000
Gross annual revenue$1,400,000
Cash flow$200,000
Seller financingYes
Real estateNot applicable

About this opportunity

Built on authentic family recipes and a reputation for exceptional homemade Italian cuisine, this highly respected restaurant has been serving loyal customers for nearly 30 years under its original ownership. Offering dine-in, take-out, and BYOB dining, the business has cultivated a devoted customer base while expanding into a thriving catering operation that generates consistent demand throughout the year for holidays, special events, and private gatherings.

The owner, who serves as Executive Chef, has created a business known for quality, consistency, and outstanding customer service. The sale includes proprietary family recipes, established operating systems, a skilled team expected to remain through the transition, and a fully equipped facility, providing a seamless opportunity for a new owner to continue its long-standing success.

With a strong online presence, integrated online ordering, gift card program, and multiple avenues for future growth—including expanded operating hours and increased catering—this business is well-positioned for continued profitability.

Business Highlights:

  • Nearly 30 years of successful operation under original ownership
  • Strong Seller's Discretionary Earnings of approximately $200,000
  • Authentic, made-from-scratch Italian cuisine featuring proprietary family recipes
  • Established dine-in, BYOB, take-out, and catering revenue streams
  • Catering business serves holidays, private events, and corporate functions year-round
  • Loyal customer base with an outstanding reputation for quality and service
  • 50-seat dining room in a prime leased retail location with renewal options available
  • Experienced team of 13 employees expected to remain after the sale
  • Active website, social media presence, online ordering platform, and gift card program
  • Sale includes approximately $90,000 in furniture, fixtures, and equipment (excluding exhaust hood)
  • Opportunity to increase revenue by expanding operating hours and further growing the catering division

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey restaurant with an enduring reputation, loyal clientele, proprietary recipes, and significant opportunities for future growth.

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