Mexican Restaurant

NOT DISCLOSED, Iowa

Asking Price $330,000 Year Established 2003
Annual Revenue $926,503 Reason for Selling Owner wishes to step away and pursue other interests.  
Annual P/L $0 Attention Jeremy Sacker
Annual Cash Flow $143,519 Listing Number 1005582  
# of Employees 21 Business Category Food & Beverage: Restaurants, Fast Food, Deli

Business Overview:

The Company is a long-established fast-casual restaurant concept specializing in fresh, made-to-order Mexican cuisine. Founded in the mid-2000s, the business has operated continuously for over 20 years and has developed a loyal and repeat customer base.

The concept emphasizes speed, consistency, generous portions, and fresh ingredients. It operates primarily as a grab-and-go model with limited seating, supporting strong lunch and dinner demand while maintaining operational efficiency.

Day-to-day operations are handled by an experienced operating partner and management team, providing continuity and reducing reliance on ownership involvement. The business is well-positioned for a smooth ownership transition.

Property Features and Assets:

<p>The Company operates from a leased commercial space in a walkable commercial district. The location benefits from steady foot traffic and proximity to complementary businesses and community activity.</p><p>The facility includes:</p><ul><li><p>A customer-facing service line designed for efficient throughput</p></li><li><p>A well-sized commercial kitchen relative to the concept</p></li><li><p>Dedicated prep and grill areas supporting fresh, in-house preparation</p></li><li><p>Storage and back-of-house space with reconfiguration potential</p></li></ul><p>The layout effectively supports current operations while offering flexibility for expanded catering or alternative operational uses. Seasonal outdoor seating has been utilized in the past, further enhancing customer experience.</p><p>Assets = $204,638    </p>

Market Competition and Expansion:

<p>The Company operates within the fast-casual Mexican dining segment, alongside both national brands and independent operators. Despite increased competition over time, the business has maintained strong performance and customer loyalty.</p><p>Competitive strengths include:</p><ul><li><p>Long-standing brand recognition</p></li><li><p>A differentiated fast-casual model relative to full-service restaurants</p></li><li><p>A loyal customer base that values consistency and familiarity</p></li><li><p>Strong positioning within its immediate trade area</p></li></ul><p>New market entrants have not materially impacted performance and, in some cases, have reinforced customer preference for the Company’s established concept.</p><p><br></p><p>The business offers several attractive growth opportunities for a new owner:</p><ol><li><p>Catering Expansion<br>Catering is currently underutilized and could be grown through focused marketing, menu expansion, or operational optimization.</p></li><li><p>Alcohol Sales<br>Reintroducing limited alcohol service could increase average transaction value and enhance evening sales.</p></li><li><p>Space Optimization<br>Reconfiguring underutilized back-of-house areas could improve efficiency or support higher-volume catering.</p></li><li><p>Enhanced Marketing Efforts<br>Digital marketing, loyalty programs, and partnerships with nearby businesses could drive incremental traffic.</p></li><li><p>Event-Based Upside<br>Periodic large-scale events in the surrounding area have historically generated sales spikes and could be leveraged more strategically.</p></li><li><p>Concept Replication or Refinement<br>The concept has demonstrated durability and scalability and could be replicated or adapted by an experienced operator.</p></li></ol>

Additional Details:

  • The property is Leased.
  • The owner is willing to train/assist the new owner.
  • This is not homebased business opportunity.
  • This is not a franchise resale opportunity

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