North Carolina

Bars, Pubs and Taverns For Sale in North Carolina

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Grape Expectations! Wine Bar & Bistro For Sale in CLT

Charlotte, NC

Here is your choice to step into a unique opportunity with this charming wine bar & bistro nestled in the heart of a vibrant suburb. This established and beloved local gem is ready for a new owner to...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Water View Restaurant

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Beaufort County, NC

Beautiful water-view restaurant located in eastern North Carolina; this property is of a dream for a restauranteur. The restaurant provides both indoor and outdoor dining space, 2 stocked bars, a...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Bar in Fuquay Varina

Fuquay Varina, NC

Fully equipped bar in Fuquay Varina is for sale, they are currently open for business so the sale is highly confidential. Rent is less than $17psf which is unheard of, and the space comes with an...

$185,000

$185,000

Award-Winning Brewery w/ Multiple Real Estate Parcels

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Charlotte, NC

Award-Winning Brewery - Downtown Suburb of CLT Includes 2.5 Acres (8 parcels) of Developable Real Estate (Zoned Commercial, Residential & Industrial) Boost the Production of Your Established Brewery...

$2,750,000

$2,750,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

NODA-Area Entertainment & Dining Venue

Charlotte, NC

KEY-MONEY OPPORTUNITY IN CLT’S POPULAR NODA AREA This key-money opportunity in Charlotte’s popular NODA area sits in one of the most premier dining destinations in the city. Current owners though have...

$550,000

$550,000

Price Dropped: Live Entertainment/Bar Glenwood South, Raleigh

Raleigh, NC

This 8,200 sq. ft. high-energy dueling piano bar is a premier entertainment hotspot located in Raleigh's vibrant Glenwood South district. As America's largest dueling piano bar, it offers an...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Long Running Restaurant & Sports Bar - 500K Cash Flow

Charlotte, NC

Operating for nearly a decade, this long-standing restaurant and sports bar dominates the market in this local Charlotte suburb. Current ownership, however, is ready to cash in their chips and pass...

$1,650,000

$1,650,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Small Town Bar & Grill For Sale - Cheap Rent, Big Profit Potential

Charlotte, NC

The big city lights tend to shine bright, but when it comes to profits the level of competition and number of establishments to choose from can put all your profits in the landlord's pockets. This...

$225,000

$225,000

I Love This Bar!

Greensboro, NC

TRIAD AREA BAR & SMALL MUSIC VENUE FOR SALE This is the kind of joint that would make the late Toby Keith proud! Winners. Losers. Chain-Smokers & Boozers. Yuppies. Bikers. And a few Thirsty...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Sushi Restaurant with Full Liquor license with Spacious Patio!!

Indian Trail, NC

The restaurant is equipped with a fully operational kitchen, a stylish liquor bar, an inviting sushi bar, and Spacious patio area. Enjoy the luxury of limited competition, as the business has been...

$395,000

$395,000

Rare Opportunity! Classic Raleigh Bar & Tavern

Raleigh, NC

Own this local favorite Tavern/Bar in Raleigh! With a staff and management team in place, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to expand their presence in the market, or get started...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Night Club and Comedy Club For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Greensboro, NC

Arizona Pete's and the Comedy Zone For Sale, 3.44 Ac, on the Corner of Holden Rd. and Patterson St....

$3,900,000

$3,900,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Iconic Downtown Wilmington Sports Pub For Sale

Wilmington, NC

One of Wilmington's most popular sports pubs is now for sale. A favorite among the locals and tourists, this business has seen continued growth over the years. With Downtown Wilmington's amazing...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $360,000

Turnkey Restaurant & Bar in tourist/college mountain town

$275,000 - Boone, NC

$275,000

Boone, NC

Newly Renovated Bar & Grill

Mecklenburg County, NC

Great opportunity to own a bar that serves all your food and beverage favorites. This beloved neighborhood bar & grill has catered to the locals for 25 years and boasts a lively atmosphere with...

$350,000

$350,000

Bourbon Bowl

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Greensboro, NC

Downtown Greensboro...

$7,295,000

$7,295,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Larry Bono

Lawrence Associates

Serving Wake County, NC

Lawrence Associates is a route brokerage specializing in mergers and acquisitions for FedEx Ground businesses. Our exclusive focus on this industry niche allows us to ensure transparency, fairness, and a smooth transaction for our buyers and sellers. We represent both buyers and sellers and work with you through every step of the process, including diligence, FedEx approvals, and transition.

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Profitable NC Adult Club with Alcohol

North Carolina

Topless with Alcohol, Profitable and Proven. Great Location and needs more aggressive ownership. Excellent unique aspect only divulged to NDA signed Buyers. Interstate accessibility. Building is in...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $216,000

Asset SaleLegendary Downtown Asheville Location

Asheville, NC

20 years of successful growth in the Asheville market brought this charming center-city location to $2MM a year in sales. Now it is time for the owner to retire and hand the keys to the next culinary...

$99,000

$99,000

Asset Sale
Real EstateDowntown Blowing Rock NC - Historic Restaurant For Lease

Blowing Rock, NC

National Restaurant Properties is pleased to present this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity take over a fully-equipped restaurant space in the heart of one of Western North Carolina’s Top Tourist...

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Real Estate

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Real EstateDowtown Fayetteville Building for Sale

Fayetteville, NC

Beautiful 3-Story building downtown renovated in 2020 located at the corner of Hay & Maxwell Streets in a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) in Fayetteville, NC. There is a fully equipped commercial...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Real Estate
Real EstateCity Club of Wilmington & St. Thomas Preservation Hall

Wilmington, NC

Rare opportunity to own two historic properties in the heart of Downtown Wilmington as well as the existing business! City Club of Wilmington and Saint Thomas Preservation Hall are now available for...

$7,000,000

$7,000,000

Real Estate

Buy or Sell a Bar Business in North Carolina

Bars, Pubs, and Taverns offer a unique business model that combines the service industry with alcoholic beverage sales. They provide a space for people to socialize, relax, and enjoy drinks either alone or in groups. Bars are often a core part of their community and can bring in significant revenue when managed efficiently. If you’re interested in buying or selling a bar business, it helps to have some context on pricing and valuations in the current market. To provide that context, we have aggregated data from listings of North Carolina bars for sale and derived financial and valuation metrics below.


Market Snapshot

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of listing averages and should be used as a guide rather than a rule. It's essential to conduct thorough research on the specific market and location before making any significant business decisions.

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

37

Median Asking Price  

$398,250

Median Reported Revenue  

$882,500

Median Reported Earnings  

$187,859

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


North Carolina Bar Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.28

2.10

Median

0.56

2.56

Upper Quartile

1.03

3.72

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


Get in-depth market insights into valuation multiples and trends in our report: Bar & Pub Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks.


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a bar in North Carolina?

The median asking price for an established bar business is $398,250, though prices range from around $50,000 to over $2,000,000 with real estate included.

How much do bar owners typically earn?

The median reported revenue among North Carolina bars for sale are $882,500 and owners earn a median of $187,859, which includes the owner's salary and any other financial benefits they receive. 

How do I value a bar?

There are several ways to value a bar business, but buyers and investors typically hinge their evaluation on a multiple of earnings and revenue. Based on our most recent analysis of North Carolina bar for sale listings, revenue multiples range from 0.28 to 1.03, with a median of 0.56. Earnings multiples range from 2.10 to 3.72, with the median at 2.56. This means the average bar or pub in North Carolina may sell for around 0.56 times its annual revenue, and 2.56 times its annual owner earnings.


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