Food & Beverage
DC
Financial summary
Comparable pricing
83% above marketComparable Food & Beverage businesses sell at a median of 2.5x SDE, based on several listings. This one asks 4.7x, about 83% above that median. At the comparable median it would price ~$4.9M.Methodology refines over time.Comparable Food & Beverage businesses sell around $4.9M vs this $9.0M ask.
Methodology refines over time.
SBA financeability
Businesses in food services & beverage retail are commonly SBA-financed. The figures below are the industry-category norm from SBA 7(a)/504 lending, a gauge of how financeable a deal like this tends to be.
Food Services & Beverage Retail benchmarks
Typical SBA leverage
71%
Industry charge-off
1.3%
Common term
10 yr
Median loan
$269,200
Active lenders in this category: The Huntington National Bank, U.S. Bank, National Association, Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company.
Based on 52,309 SBA loans · source: SBA 7(a)/504 FOIA, as of 2026Q1 · industry-category level.
Detailed information
high SDE margin and strong SDE.
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Business description
This is a premier hospitality business located in the heart of Washington, D.C. For 28 years, the company has successfully combined a full-service restaurant and bar with a distinctive premium cigar experience, creating a destination unlike traditional dining establishments. The business has cultivated a loyal and diverse customer base that includes local residents, business professionals, government employees, visitors, and cigar enthusiasts who value its welcoming atmosphere, quality food and beverage offerings, and exceptional customer experience. Supported by an experienced team, a well-established operating platform, and a highly recognizable brand, the business has generated consistent revenue growth and strong cash flow while maintaining its position as one of the Washington metropolitan area's most respected hospitality destinations.
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