Restaurant Broker

Name: Restaurant Broker
Address: Atlanta, GA, US
Telephone: +14049934448

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11/08/2026

The pink box was everywhere. So what happened to Crumbl? Crumbl went from one cookie shop to 1,101 stores. Then the math caught up.
If you own a franchise, or you're thinking about buying one, this is worth 30 seconds. Swipe through to see:

→ How sales per store fell 38% from the 2022 peak
→ What 2026 looked like: closures, traffic down 32%, 55+ units for sale
→ The franchise math most owners never run

The franchisor gets paid on sales. The franchisee get paid on what's left.

Here’s what I’d ask if I were buying one of those stores today.

-What did it sell each month over the last year?

-How much cash was left after rent, labor and royalties?

-And what would the lease, transfer fees and any required remodel cost me?

Would you buy a location from a well-known franchise if its sales were trending down? What would you need to see before making an offer?

Thinking about buying or selling a restaurant franchise? DM EATS Broker FRANCHISE to talk through your options.

11/08/2026

Buyers start sizing up your restaurant long before they make an offer. Here are the four biggest mistakes we see at EATS Broker.

1️⃣ Keeping records that don’t line up. Your tax returns, P&Ls, POS reports, and sales tax filings should tell the same story.

2️⃣ Waiting until sales slide. Strong sales give you more leverage when it’s time to sell.

3️⃣ Signing a lease the sales can’t support. If rent eats up too much of gross sales, buyers have less room to make money.

4️⃣ Pricing to recover your build-out costs. Buyers look at what the business earns and what similar restaurants have sold for.

Thinking about selling? DM VALUE for a confidential restaurant valuation.

11/05/2026

Bank of America’s 2026 restaurant report highlights continued margin pressure, customers looking for value, and growing demand for specialty beverages.

The beverage sector is booming as consumers switch to customizable, lower-ticket items that can complement or replace traditional meals.

Restaurant unit turnover was significant in the first half of 2026. There were 9,541 restaurant openings, with an estimated 61% by independent operators. Some 77% of openings were concentrated in the Sun Belt states of the Southwest, Southeast, and West.4 At the same time, there were 8,171 restaurant closings in the first half, including 4,253 chain outlets and 3,918 independent restaurants.

For restaurant owners considering selling, here’s our takeaway: understand what your financials show a buyer.

At EATS Broker, we review clients’ trailing 12-month performance, owner benefit, and lease terms to help you understand your restaurant’s market position.

Thinking about your next move? DM us “VALUE” to discuss a restaurant valuation.

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Source: Bank of America, State of the Restaurant Industry 2026, published October 15, 2026.

11/02/2026

Restaurant owners: Do you actually own everything you’re planning to sell?

One of the biggest mistakes I see is assuming that everything inside the restaurant belongs to the business owner.

That walk-in cooler, freezer, hood system or three-compartment sink may be considered a fixture or improvement belonging to the landlord, even if you paid for it.

Before you put it on your equipment list, check your lease and confirm ownership. Some items may stay with the space and be available to the buyer through the lease, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you can sell them as your own assets.

The lease is the MVP of your restaurant sale. 🏆

10/26/2026

Who should you use to sell your restaurant in Texas.

Ask ChatGPT. Ask Claude. Then call Dominique.

Thinking about selling your restaurant? Let’s talk value, strategy, and your next move. If ChatGPT and Claude recommend EATS Broker, we are doing something right.

Consultation. Valuation. Representation.
Dominique Maddox CBI,CFE -The Restaurant Broker.

📍 Dallas-based. Serving Texas.

10/26/2026

$300,000 in 2006. About $501,400 in 2026.

That’s what it takes to buy the same amount after inflation.

Sell your restaurant for $300,000 today? That check has roughly $179,500 in 2006 buying power.

Same $300,000 check. About 40% less purchasing power.

Has your restaurant’s value kept up or just your menu prices?

Inflation example: 2006 average vs. September 2026.

10/22/2026

Have you thought about opening a restaurant? How much will the rent ACTUALLY cost and how much will you need to sell for the lease to make financial sense?

LANDLORDS ARE WINNING.
A great location gets your attention. The monthly obligation deserves just as much attention.

Here’s an example for a 2,000-square-foot restaurant:

💰 $48 per square foot annually = $8,000/month in BASE RENT.

Add a hypothetical $12/SF/year in NNN -property taxes, building insurance, and common area maintenance—and that becomes:

➡️ $10,000/month
➡️ $120,000/year
➡️ $100,000 in monthly gross sales to keep base rent + NNN at 10% of sales.

That’s $1.2 MILLION in annual sales.

At a $25 average check, you’d need approximately 4,000 checks per month or 134 per day if you open 30 days, to reach that sales target.

Can your concept realistically generate that volume?

Second-generation restaurant space can reduce construction costs. But an existing kitchen doesn’t automatically make the lease affordable.

Before you fall in love with the location, ask:
▪️ What is the full monthly rent, including NNN?
▪️ How much will it increase each year?
▪️ What sales volume does my average check require?
▪️ Can I carry this lease during opening months and slow seasons?

The landlord’s rent is due whether you hit your sales goal or miss it.

Save this post before your next restaurant tour. Looking for a restaurant opportunity? Connect with EATS Broker today.

10/20/2026

Restaurant buyers are getting more selective.

BizBuySell’s Q3 2026 Insight Report shows:
▪️ 358 restaurant sales—down 23% year over year
▪️ $235,000 median sale price—up 7%
▪️ 2.39× average cash flow multiple—up 7%

What does this mean?

SELLERS: Give buyers confidence with clean financials, documented owner benefits, and realistic pricing. A higher national median doesn’t automatically mean your restaurant’s value increased.

BUYERS: Verify the earnings, examine operating costs, and review the lease carefully. A low asking price alone doesn’t make a good deal.

Our EATS Broker takeaway: Proven profitability matters in a selective market.

Thinking about buying or selling a restaurant? Let’s talk confidentially.

Source: BizBuySell Q3 2026 Insight Report. National benchmarks; individual restaurant values vary.

10/17/2026

Nearly 40 years together and KFC is changing what’s in the cup.

KFC will begin replacing Pepsi with Coca-Cola at its U.S. restaurants in January 2027, with the transition expected to finish by spring.

As a restaurant broker, what interests me is how these relationships last for decades and what finally makes a franchise brand change partners.

The business questions go beyond Coke versus Pepsi: pricing, equipment, service, marketing support, beverage selection and customer demand.

KFC says this partnership supports its broader comeback efforts through more beverage choices, innovation and new reasons for customers to visit. The financial terms haven’t been disclosed, so we can’t assume a lower price drove the decision.

Here’s an interesting comparison: Subway moved in the opposite direction, announcing a 10-year Pepsi agreement beginning in 2025 that included new beverage equipment for franchisees. These deals can reach well beyond the soda itself.

For Pepsi, losing KFC’s U.S. business ends a major longstanding relationship. But PepsiCo is retaining its partnerships with Taco Bell and KFC internationally.

For someone buying a franchise, this raises practical questions:

▪️ Who pays for equipment changes?
▪️ How will supplier pricing affect beverage margins?
▪️ Who receives rebates or marketing incentives?
▪️ What supplier obligations will you take on?
▪️ Are any required changes coming after closing?

Those answers belong in your due diligence. A brand-level decision can affect the restaurant you’re buying.

Would a restaurant serving Coke instead of Pepsi influence where you eat? 👇

Thinking about buying or selling a restaurant? Let’s talk.

10/15/2026

I checked the Texas Comptroller’s reported liquor receipts, and we have TWO winners:
METRO REGION: Dallas–Fort Worth — $1.361 BILLION�REPORTED CITY: Houston — $635.4 MILLION

That’s January–August 2026—and b**r and w**e haven’t even entered the conversation.

Here’s how the four metro regions stack up:
1️⃣ Dallas–Fort Worth: $1.361 billion�2️⃣ Houston: $1.060 billion�3️⃣ Austin: $613.2 million�4️⃣ San Antonio: $404.2 million
For the state’s top four reported cities:
🥇 Houston: $635.4 million�🥈 Dallas: $514.4 million�🥉 Austin: $471.3 million�🍹 San Antonio: $330.5 million

Why different winners? Metro totals include surrounding communities. Dallas–Fort Worth covers 11 counties; Houston’s metro covers 10.

Apparently, “just one more round” is a serious business model in Texas. 😂

For restaurant, bar, and nightclub owners, these numbers show the size of the market. When it’s time to sell, buyers also want to see your earnings, lease terms, and consistent performance.

Thinking about selling? Let’s talk about your next chapter.

Which market surprised you?

Source: Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Mixed Beverage Gross Receipts. January–August 2026; pulled October 12, 2026. Regions use OMB metro-area counties; cities use the state-reported location city. Liquor receipts only; b**r and w**e excluded. Includes all reporting venue types. Sales dollars, not profit, drink counts, or a per-person ranking.

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