Montana Restaurant And Wholesale Ops Established

Business Overview:

100 year old community mainstay 2 location restauarant with national brand appeal ready to branch out and expand the wholesale side of the business as well.

Pork Chop John's is a historic restaurant located in Butte, Montana, renowned for its signature Pork Chop Sandwich. Established in 1932, John's has been a staple in the community for nearly a century.

In 1924 pork chop sandwiches were sold on the street corner from a wagon, but in 1932 moved into a brick and mortar building at 8 West Mercury St., the same location that Johns's Sandwich Shop, Inc.
(D.B.A. Pork Chop John's) operates its business and serves its iconic pork chop sandwiches today.

Pork Chop John's has been a local favorite and a beloved sandwich shop for decades. In 1969, John Orizotti purchased the business and expanded to a second location over the next decade. His son, Ed Orizotti, joined in 1979, spearheading production growth and launching wholesale distribution. When Ed took over ownership in 1990, he further expanded sales and distribution, with the company surpassing $2 million in annual sales over the past two years.

Pork Chop John’s has established strong partnerships with national and regional food service
distributors, expanding wholesale distribution throughout the Rocky Mountain region. Ed Orizotti
and the company continue to maintain positive and productive relationships with these distributors, ensuring steady growth and market presence.

The brand has gained national recognition, featured on Food Network’s The Best Thing I Ever Ate and named the best sandwich in Montana by multiple publications such as, Reader’s Digest, Gourmet Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and MSN.com. It has also been highlighted in numerous travel
magazines and guidebooks as a must-visit dining destination.

The menu primarily features their famous pork chop sandwiches, typically served with fries or
chips. The pork chop sandwich consists of a tender slice of pork loin, breaded and fried, served on a soft bun and dressed to order. In addition John's offers QSR favorites such as hamburgers, cheeseburgers, PCJ's unique double dog, chicken sandwiches, etc. that fill the menu offerings for every clients personal preference. All are made to order and dressed to the customers taste.

Pork Chop John's has earned a reputation for its classic, no-frills dining experience, attracting
both locals and visitors. The restaurant has been recognized for its unique offerings, with
features in publications both locally and nationally.

Pork Chop John's continues to operate at its original location at 8 W Mercury St., Butte, Montana
with ten stools and a walk-up window and have a second location at 2400 Harrison Ave with indoor casual dining, a quick serve takeout and drive thru. The establishment remains a favorite and beloved institution in Butte, Montana, serving the
community since 1924.

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Property Features and Assets:

Leased building from owner is 12,000 sq ft. utilizing 9,000 sq. ft.

Owned building is 2,000 sq ft. on a 13,000 sq. ft. lot

Both locations with buildings are available to be sold separately

This Southwest Montana-based quick-service restaurant has operated continuously since 1932 and is best known for its flagship pork chop sandwich—a regionally iconic product with nearly a century of brand equity and community loyalty. The business began in 1924 with street-corner food service and transitioned into a permanent brick-and-mortar presence in 1932 at its current flagship location.

Family-owned since 1969, the business has experienced steady expansion under second-generation leadership, evolving from a single-location eatery into a vertically integrated operation with wholesale distribution, multiple retail locations, and a nationally recognized brand. Leadership has scaled sales to over $2 million annually, driven by strategic expansion and strong distributor partnerships across the Rocky Mountain region.

The restaurant has been featured by major national media outlets, including the Food Network, The Wall Street Journal, Gourmet Magazine, and Reader’s Digest, consistently earning accolades for its flagship menu item. This media exposure has translated into sustained customer demand, brand loyalty, and market distinction.

Key Investment Highlights:

• Established Brand Equity: Nearly 100 years of operation with deep roots in the community and strong consumer recognition.
• Multi-Channel Revenue: On-site dining, takeout, drive-thru, and wholesale distribution through regional and national partners.
• Scalable Model: Proven success in multi-location format, with processes in place for further franchising or regional growth.
• National Recognition: Extensive media coverage and accolades from major food and lifestyle publications.
• Product Differentiation: Unique proprietary menu items that distinguish the brand in a competitive QSR landscape.
• Experienced Leadership: Family-owned and operated by seasoned professionals with decades of foodservice experience and supply chain management.

Operations Summary:

• Flagship Location: Historic location with walk-up service and limited counter seating.
• Second Location: Full-service QSR facility with indoor dining, drive-thru, and high-volume takeout capabilities.
• Menu Focus: Signature pork chop sandwich supported by a menu of customizable, made-to-order QSR favorites.

With a strong foundation, loyal customer base, and untapped regional potential, this business offers a compelling opportunity for investors seeking entry into a legacy food brand with expansion potential and national visibility.

Market Competition and Expansion:

Primed for growth by adding additional retail outlets as well as a massive opportunity to expand the well established wholesale business.

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