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Bars & Nightclubs Businesses for Sale

The location and vibe are what you see first, but the real foundation of a great bar acquisition is a transferable liquor license, a proven lease, and a manager who runs the floor without the owner there every night.

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Vineyard & Olive Mill

Certified organic winery and olive mill on a 30-acre property with 1,000 active club members, a separate logistics operation, and production capacity ten times current output — built to scale with the right commercial partner.
Price-
Revenue$3.7M
EBITDA$231.6K

Italian Wine Business

Italian wine importer with direct relationships across approximately 30 family-owned producers spanning nearly all 20 Italian wine regions, positioned for geographic expansion beyond its current Southern California market.
Price$400K
Revenue$685.2K
SDE($8.7K)

Premium Spirits Production & Brand Incubation Company

Craft spirits producer with owned real estate appraised at $5.3M, approximately $15M in aging bourbon barrel inventory, and diversified revenue from branded sales, private label production, and contract bottling services.
Price$1.2M
Revenue$1.5M
SDE$140.1K

Brewery & Restaurant

Craft brewery and brewpub on 1.5 acres in a Georgia college town with a 17,000 sq ft facility, 7,000-barrel capacity, 600+ registered recipes, and a $700M+ residential development bringing 5,000 new residents next door.
Price$3.2M
Revenue$1.7M
EBITDA($109.3K)

Boutique Winery

Colorado's most-awarded winery with a 25-year head winemaker, own vineyard, tasting room, and placements in major grocery chains and national parks.
Price$950K
Revenue$1.3M
SDE$53.6K

Local American Bar and Grill

Emergency services-themed bar and grill with four consecutive years of revenue growth, reaching $815k in 2023, with real estate included in the sale.
Price$325K
Revenue$815K
EBITDA$118K

Bar & Restaurant

Restaurant and bar in a historic Southern California downtown with four consecutive years of revenue growth, reaching $520k in 2023, plus additional revenue from catering and film location rentals.
Price$469K
Revenue$520K
EBITDA$101.4K

Party Boat Business in AZ

A fleet of seven themed party boats with a 5-year commercial slip contract at a major Arizona lake generates $789k in annual revenue with low operating costs and a 20-person team already in place.
Price$1.7M
Revenue$788.5K
EBITDA$177.9K

Distillery in Colorado

Craft distillery with on-site tasting room, event venue, and real estate valued at $6-8M generating $4M in annual revenue across spirits production, retail, and hospitality channels.
Price$3.8M
Revenue$4M
EBITDA($193K)

Distilling Company

A craft distillery generating $1M in annual revenue at roughly 50% margins, with two trademarked brands, a self-distribution model, and a new RTD product line already gaining traction.
Price-
Revenue$1M
SDE$475K

Brewery

A craft brewery generating 50% EBITDA margins on $500k in revenue — a rare profitability profile in an industry where most operators struggle to break even.
Price-
Revenue$500K
EBITDA$250K

Craft Beer Distributor & Pub

Craft brewery with two retail locations, a diversified product line spanning beers, wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic offerings, and 75% of volume moving through distributor relationships across the Pacific Northwest.
Price-
Revenue$8.8M
EBITDA$395.2K

Bar & Restaurant

High-volume restaurant and pizzeria generating $1.1M in revenue, located directly across from a state park in a tourist-driven lake community that delivers three-quarters of annual sales between May and September.
Price-
Revenue$1.1M
SDE$300K

Brewery and Taproom

Craft brewery and distillery with three brewing systems, a full kitchen, and a live event space generating $1.3M in 2024 revenue.
Price-
Revenue$1.3M
EBITDA$200K

Specialty Beverage Mixer & Olive Juice Brand

Specialty olive juice producer for the cocktail industry generating $1.3M in revenue with 48% EBITDA margins, serving both direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels.
Price-
Revenue$1.3M
SDE$624K

Restaurant POS and Payments Platform

76% recurring revenue from payment processing residuals across a hospitality merchant base with high switching costs and under 3% attrition outside of storm-affected regions.
Price-
Revenue$6.4M
SDE($734.7K)

Brewing Company

Two-location craft brewery and restaurant generating $1.8M in annual revenue with full liquor, brewery, and winery licenses, in-house brewing, a full-service restaurant, and a private event space in a growing North Carolina community.
Price$995K
Revenue$1.8M
SDE($325.4K)

Premium Nightlife & VIP Hospitality Venue

An upscale nightclub and lounge in South Florida generating over $250k in annual owner earnings with a transferable full 4COP liquor license, a rare 6 AM operating permit, and eight years remaining on a below-market lease.
Price$750K
Revenue$455.4K
SDE$255.2K

Restaurant / Tavern and Entertainment Venue

Dining and entertainment venue combining gourmet food, crafted cocktails, live music, and an axe throwing facility, generating over $1.7M in revenue with $439k in SDE.
Price$2M
Revenue$1.7M
SDE$439K

Brewery and Tasting Room

Craft brewery with a diverse portfolio spanning fruited sours, IPAs, adjunct stouts, lagers, and barrel-aged offerings, generating over $900k in annual revenue across taproom and multi-state distribution.
Price-
Revenue$941K
EBITDA($78K)

Microbrewery Business

Microbrewery with taproom, wholesale distribution, and contract brewing generating $1.3M in annualized revenue, operating at a fraction of its 8,000 bbl capacity inside a half-acre facility built for expansion.
Price$245K
Revenue$1.3M
EBITDA$120.9K

Hospitality Real Estate Brokerage

Specialized commercial real estate brokerage focused on hospitality and nightlife venues in Manhattan, with four consecutive years of $750k revenue and 40% margins.
Price-
Revenue$750K
SDE$300K
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Due diligence

What to Look For

Practical guidance from hundreds of real acquisition conversations.

Liquor License Status

  • Ask for the license type, when it last renewed, and whether it can transfer to a new owner under your state's rules.
  • A fully transferable license in good standing is one of the most valuable assets in any bar acquisition.
  • Understanding the transfer timeline (typically 30 to 90 days depending on your state) helps you plan the transaction properly from the start.
  • Ask whether there are any outstanding compliance issues or violations on the license's record.

Lease Terms and Location

  • Look at how much time is left on the lease, what the renewal options are, and whether the landlord has to approve a transfer.
  • A bar in a proven location with eight or more years of remaining lease at a fixed escalation rate is a very different proposition from one on a year-to-year deal.
  • Strong locations in active entertainment districts with good terms locked in give you real runway to build on.

Who's Running the Floor

  • Ask whether there's a bar manager who handles scheduling, ordering, and closing without the owner being there every night.
  • A tenured manager who has been running operations for several years gives you a much smoother entry than a bar where the owner is the de facto general manager.
  • Staff tenure across the whole team tells you something too — low turnover in an industry known for turnover is a real signal.

Revenue Mix and Events

  • Understand how revenue breaks down between walk-in traffic, regular programming like trivia nights or live music, and private events.
  • An events calendar booked months out with private events and regular programming builds a predictable weekly and monthly revenue baseline.
  • Bars where events alone cover most of the overhead have a very different risk profile than those dependent on walk-in traffic on any given night.
  • Ask to see the events calendar for the next 60 days to understand how far out bookings typically run.

Financial Verification

  • Bars that accept cards and run a modern POS system make financial verification straightforward.
  • Ask for POS reports alongside bank statements and tax filings for the last three years and make sure the numbers line up.
  • Drink cost percentages in the 20 to 25 percent range are a sign of good operational discipline and worth asking about explicitly.

Valuation

What Should You Expect to Pay?

2x-4x

SDE

Owner-operated, dependent on owner presence

4x-6x

EBITDA

Manager-run, transferable license, consistent event revenue

The spread comes down to the combination of the liquor license strength, the lease terms, whether a manager runs the operation without the owner, and how clean and verifiable the financial records are.

What drives a premium

Transferable liquor license in good standing with a clean compliance record

Bar manager with multi-year tenure who handles scheduling, ordering, and floor operations independently

Events calendar booked months in advance with private event and recurring programming revenue

Strong lease with multiple renewal options and remaining term of seven or more years

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FAQ

Bars & Nightclubs Business Acquisition

What should I look for when buying a bar or nightclub?

Start with the liquor license: its type, status, and transferability under your state's rules. Then look at the lease terms and how much time is left. After that, find out whether there's a manager running the floor without the owner being there every night. Bars with a transferable license, a strong lease, consistent event revenue, and low staff turnover are the ones that hold their value and transfer well. Browse bars and nightclubs for sale on Rejigg to see what's available.

How much does a bar or nightclub cost?

Most bars sell for 2 to 6 times their annual profit. The multiple depends on the liquor license, lease terms, whether a manager runs operations, and how clean and verifiable the financials are. Bars with a fully transferable license, long lease, consistent event income, and a tenured staff tend to land at the higher end of that range. Use the SBA loan calculator to model financing options.

How do I evaluate a bar or nightclub before buying?

Ask for POS reports alongside bank statements and tax returns for the last three years and make sure they line up. Walk through the license documentation and verify the transfer requirements in your state. Ask to visit during a busy night to see how the operation actually runs. Talk to the bar manager independently to get a sense of how decisions get made. Understanding the event calendar and how that revenue is booked is also important.

What due diligence questions should I ask about a bar or nightclub?

Ask: Is the liquor license current and fully transferable, and what's the transfer process in this state? What are the lease terms, remaining time, and renewal options? Who handles scheduling, ordering, and closing when the owner isn't there? What does the POS revenue show for each of the last three years, and do those numbers match the bank deposits? Are there any open health, fire, or compliance issues? And what does the private events and programming calendar look like for the next three to six months?

Where can I find bars and nightclubs for sale?

Rejigg connects buyers directly with bar and nightclub owners. You can browse bars and nightclubs for sale on Rejigg and reach out to owners directly without a broker.

How does the liquor license transfer process work when buying a bar?

In most states, the buyer submits a separate license transfer application that includes a background check and review by the state's alcohol control authority. The process typically takes 30 to 90 days depending on the state and license type. During that period, many states allow the business to continue operating under the current license while the transfer is pending. The key is making sure the license is current, the business's compliance record is clean, and your own background check is straightforward.

Can I get SBA financing to buy a bar or nightclub?

Yes, bars with documented cash flow and clean financials can qualify for SBA 7(a) loans. Lenders will want to see POS reports that match bank statements, a transferable liquor license, and a lease with enough remaining term to support the loan. Use the SBA loan calculator to estimate monthly payments based on different deal sizes and down payment scenarios.