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Restaurants & FoodFor Sale

Established Salem Diner & Café - 29-Year Legacy with Strong Cash Flow

Salem, Indiana

About This Business

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established dining establishment in Salem, Indiana, with nearly three decades of continuous operation. Since 1995, this restaurant has built a loyal customer base and earned a solid reputation throughout the community. The business generates $564,043 in annual revenue with a healthy $99,348 annual cash flow, demonstrating consistent profitability and operational efficiency. The lean staffing model of 3 employees reflects smart management and scalability potential. The restaurant is ideally positioned in Salem with strong foot traffic and a proven track record of customer loyalty. The business operates with established supplier relationships, tested menu offerings, and refined operational systems that new ownership can immediately benefit from. This turnkey operation requires minimal startup learning curve. The current owner is transitioning to pursue other business ventures and is motivated to facilitate a smooth ownership transition. This represents an excellent entry point for a buyer seeking an established food service business with immediate cash flow in a stable market. The 29-year operating history provides confidence in the business model and community demand.

Financial Details

Asking Price
$320,000
Cash Flow
$100,000
Gross Revenue
$565,000
EBITDA
$80,000
Inventory
N/A

Business Details

Established
1995
Employees
3
Real Estate
Own
Reason for Selling
Moving to other ventures
Financing
Yes
Training
Yes

Deal Analysis

Estimated figures for analysis purposes only. Consult a financial advisor.

Price/SDE Multiple
3.2x
Price/Revenue
0.6x
DSCR
2.49
Cash on Cash ROI
-0.4%
Down Payment (SBA 10%)$32,000
Loan Amount$288,000
Monthly Payment$3,344/mo
Annual Debt Service$40,127
Owner Salary$60,000
Cash Flow After Debt + Salary$-127
Asking Price
$320,000
Cash Flow: $100,000

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