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Profitable Restaurant Equity Stake For Sale in Lisbon, Portugal

Michelin-recognized fine dining restaurant in Lisbon seeking €320,000 investment for 85% equity to expand operations.
Fine dining restaurant located in the Chiado district of Lisbon, featuring innovative tasting menus crafted by a Chef. - Listed in the Michelin Guide this year, known for its creative seasonal “chapters” inspired by global cuisines and delivered through immersive culinary storytelling. - Operates on a reservation-based model offering 7, 9, and 12-course menus with optional wine pairings. - Attracts high-end clientele with 37,000+ Instagram followers and top reviews (9.5/10 on TheFork, highly rated on TripAdvisor). - Established partnerships with local Portuguese producers, creative designers, and global platforms such as TheFork and UMAI. - Operates from a 300 m² facility spread over two floors, including a 22-seat main dining room, 10-seat chef’s table, bar area, and private dining room. - Prime Chiado location near 5-star hotels with a 10-year lease (signed 2023) at €5,000/month—well below market average. - It is a Michelin-starred restaurant with a significantly higher average ticket size than standard restaurants, which explains the higher run rate relative to the number of employees.
9.3   Lisbon
Run Rate Sales
USD 490 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 324 K for 85%
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Restaurant Franchise Opportunity

Goa Portuguesa, 4 Franchisees, Est'd in 1988, Mumbai HQ
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Goa Portuguesa, Mumbai’s first and only authentic Goan Restobar celebrates its 25th Anniversary in December 2013. The Restobar serves a blend of Goan Hindu / Catholic and Portuguese delicacies which are researched, modified and standardized along with Live Music in a traditional Goan bungalow like ambience with colorful stained glass depicting Mario Miranda’s caricatures. In addition to serving iconic Goan dishes such as Vindaloo and Balchao, Goa Portuguesa offers a wide variety of traditional Hindu Vegetarian preparations, thus dispelling the myth that Goans eat only Seafood and are Non-Vegetarian. Goa Portuguesa serves more than 100 Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian Hindu Goan delicacies. The Vegetarian dishes are prepared in separate kitchen and the guests are served in green color coded crockery. Goa Portuguesa has also been catering to various events through several successful food festivals in various locations in India & abroad, in-flight catering, corporate parties, etc. Master Chef Deepa Awchat has authored India’s first designer Goa Portuguesa Restaurant Cookbook which is appreciated by foodies and gourmet and has been accepted as an encyclopaedia of Goan cuisine by catering institutes and tourism department. Highlights of Goa Portuguesa: - Goa Portuguesa is approved by the Department of Tourism, Government of India, Goa & Maharashtra. - Goa Portuguesa is an ISO Certified Restobar having HACCP compliant Kitchen. It is approved, recommended and appreciated by Indian & International Media (The New York Times, The Washington Post, Lonely Planet, Conde Nast and many more), Foreign Consulates, Celebrities, Galaxy of Stars, Business tycoons, Gourmets and Foodies. - Goa Portuguesa has won the ‘Best Restaurant’ Award seven consecutive times at the Food Oscars Ceremony held by the Times of India Group. - Goa Portuguesa has received a 5* Rating from its Guests on Justdial, Burrp, Zomato, Mouthshut and Tripadvisor. - Goa Portuguesa is one of the largest foreign exchange earning Restaurants in Mumbai. Goa Portuguesa is looking for good franchisee partners who will take the expertise and legacy across India and abroad.
Goa Portuguesa, 4 Franchisees, Est'd in 1988, Mumbai HQ
7.5   Expanding in Portugal
Exp Monthly Sales
USD 11 - 24 thousand
Space Required
300 - 2000 Sq Ft
Investment Required
USD 19.6 - 82 K
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Newly Established Restaurant for Sale in Porto, Portugal

22-seat Japanese restaurant offering acclaimed tasting menus and izakaya, available for full sale with licenses.
Operates a traditional Japanese restaurant offering a refined tasting-menu experience alongside a curated izakaya menu. - Features a 9-course tasting menu priced around EUR 70 and an izakaya selection positioned at mid-to-high pricing. - Recognized as a 5-star, well-praised dining venue with strong critic reviews and growing brand visibility. - Intimate setup with 22 seats, creating a focused, high-quality service environment. - Run by two partners seeking to sell due to limited ability to invest further in expansion. - Holds a valid certificate of registration and a liquor license, ensuring full compliance for continued operations.
5.7   Porto
Run Rate Sales
USD 210 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 290 K
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Newly Established Restaurant for Sale in Porto, Portugal

22-seat Japanese restaurant offering acclaimed tasting menus and izakaya, available for full sale with licenses.
Operates a traditional Japanese restaurant offering a refined tasting-menu experience alongside a curated izakaya menu. - Features a 9-course tasting menu priced around EUR 70 and an izakaya selection positioned at mid-to-high pricing. - Recognized as a 5-star, well-praised dining venue with strong critic reviews and growing brand visibility. - Intimate setup with 22 seats, creating a focused, high-quality service environment. - Run by two partners seeking to sell due to limited ability to invest further in expansion. - Holds a valid certificate of registration and a liquor license, ensuring full compliance for continued operations.
5.7   Porto
Run Rate Sales
USD 210 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 290 K
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Newly Established Restaurant for Sale in Sintra, Portugal

Full restaurant sale with 40 seating offering authentic Portuguese food, and has unique vendor deals.
Located in the scenic area of Massamá, Sintra, our restaurant specializes in authentic Portuguese comfort food that brings a taste of home to our customers. - We focus on traditional staples like Bifanas (pork sandwiches), Prego (beef steak sandwiches), and delicious Petiscos (snacks), along with our popular Menu do Dia that offers a full meal deal at a great price. - With a cozy seating capacity of 40, we create a welcoming vibe for families and friends to enjoy hearty meals together. - Receive around 60+ daily customers, and most customers arrive for breakfasts. - The restaurant is fully operational with the necessary license (Licença de Utilização), ensuring a smooth transition for the new owner (trespasse). - We have a special beer supply agreement that very few have: 5 + 1 offer — when buying 5 kegs, 1 is offered with an additional 50% discount. The coffee price is also much lower because we kept the supplier discount from our previous café (the owner still owns another one). - Operations started only in Q4 of last year, and we have been operational for only 5 months. - Have 1 full-time employee apart from the owner for the store operations, and we have part-time staff as required. - The owner is transferring everything except the refrigerated display counters, making it easy for the new owner to take over and start running the business right away.
Full restaurant sale with 40 seating offering authentic Portuguese food, and has unique vendor deals.
7.1   Sintra
Run Rate Sales
USD 125 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Business for Sale
USD 87 K
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Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Cascais, Portugal

Well-known seaside vegetarian restaurant with strong tourist-driven footfall and established brand value.
Established vegetarian-only restaurant located at a prime seaside venue, attracting significant tourist traffic. - Serves approximately 55,000–60,000 customers annually, indicating strong and consistent demand. - Active for over a year with growing brand recognition and strong local reputation. - Business is heavily driven by tourist footfall, benefiting from its scenic coastal location. - Well-positioned as a destination dining spot for vegetarian cuisine. - Holds a valid operating permit.
7.2   Cascais
Run Rate Sales
USD 970 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Business for Sale
USD 580 K
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Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Gavião, Portugal

For Sale: Local restaurant specializing in typical river fish cuisine with seating capacity of 40.
The restaurant is mainly known for its fish cuisine. - Has a seating capacity of 40. - The average daily walk-in footfall is 41 customers. - The average order value is EUR 15. - High revenue is achieved due to strong footfall and repeat customers, managed by three permanent employees who ensure smooth and efficient operations. - The business operates as a sole proprietorship with a valid trade license.
For Sale: Local restaurant specializing in typical river fish cuisine with seating capacity of 40.
6.8   Gavião
Run Rate Sales
USD 257 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 - 40 %
Business for Sale
USD 230 K
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Profitable Bar for Sale in Tavira, Portugal

Restaurant in Tavira with 3 floors (bar garden bistrô and rooftop) and private terrace garden.
Restaurant Located with a privileged view of Tavira and Ria Formosa. - Business includes a garden with 70 seat capacity, interior bar with 20 seats, bistro with 28 seats and rooftop with 35 seats. - 900 clients monthly average. - Brand new equipped kitchen. - Separated pantry room. - Rooftop with a privileged view. - Business ready to work with fixed international clients. - We only have dine-in and kerbside pickup and.
Restaurant in Tavira with 3 floors (bar garden bistrô and rooftop) and private terrace garden.
8   Tavira
Run Rate Sales
USD 490 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Business for Sale
USD 870 K
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Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Agueda, Portugal

Well-established restaurant business serving premium meats and sushi with 60+ loyal dine-in customers daily.
Established in Agueda, just 20 minutes from Aveiro and 40 minutes from Coimbra, this restaurant is gaining recognition as the best in town, with robust growth in its fifth year of operation. - Legally registered as an LDA company, it is licensed to serve a variety of top-selling menu items, including premium meat and sushi, alongside alcoholic beverages. - Generating a healthy daily revenue of between EUR 1,500 to 3,500, the restaurant boasts solid financial performance with consistent profitability. - With a seating capacity of 56, the establishment successfully attracts over 60 loyal dine-in customers daily for both lunch and dinner, underscoring its market reputation and customer retention. - Utilizes food delivery platforms for additional revenue streams, receiving 4-5 takeaway orders daily. - The business operates efficiently with a small yet dynamic team of 4 employees, and we hire part-staff on a hourly basis during weekends.
Well-established restaurant business serving premium meats and sushi with 60+ loyal dine-in customers daily.
8.2   Agueda
Run Rate Sales
USD 560 thousand
EBITDA Margin
35 %
Business for Sale
USD 320 K
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Profitable Bar for Sale in Lisbon, Portugal

Brazilian restaurant and bar for sale with steady revenue and 30k followers on Instagram.
Established Brazilian restaurant and bar located in Lisbon’s hyper-center on the Tejo riverfront, operating for 7 years with strong local brand recognition and event production reputation. - Legal structure: Registered as an LDA with a long-term government rental contract that limits rent increases, providing lease stability and predictable occupancy costs. - Capacity and footprint: Outdoor seating for 84 and indoor seating for 28 (total 112+), matching the headline of 100+ seats and maximizing waterfront dining and bar traffic. - Core products: Signature cocktails (top-seller is Caipirinhas) and Brazilian steakhouse specialty Picanha, plus Brazilian starters, mains and desserts, positioned as a full-service restaurant and cocktail bar. - Revenue and traffic: Average weekday walk-ins are around 80 and weekend footfall is 250+, generating daily revenue typically between EUR 1,500 and EUR 8,000 (seasonal/event-driven variability). - Staffing model: Core team of 10 employees with scalable part-time hires for high-volume nights and live music events, controlling labor costs while maintaining service levels. - Marketing and digital reach: High local visibility with 30,000 Instagram followers, strong social media presence and event marketing that drives reservations, walk-ins and private event bookings. - Events and differentiation: Known for live music events and event production, generating incremental revenue from cover charges, higher weekend spends and private event bookings (corporate and tourist groups). - Customer segments: Mix of locals, tourists in Lisbon city center, waterfront diners, cocktail seekers and live-music audiences, appealing to both casual walk-ins and reservation-based groups. - Monetization levers: F&B (food and beverage) sales (high-margin cocktails and signature dishes), event hosting and private bookings, peak-hour pricing and social-media-driven promotions to increase table turns and average check.
Brazilian restaurant and bar for sale with steady revenue and 30k followers on Instagram.
7.7   Lisbon
Run Rate Sales
USD 930 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 - 20 %
Business for Sale
USD 750 K
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Profitable Bar for Sale in Porto, Portugal

Well established cocktail bar/restaurant in the center of Porto that receives 50 customers per day.
One of the first cocktail bars in Porto, which is well known as a reference bar for the bustling bar scene that has developed in the last few years due to the increased profile of Porto as a tourist destination. Excellent location, serving both local clientele and tourists. Great reviews on social media. Based on brand value, high potential for a second location in other areas of Porto or other cities in Portugal. - Can accommodate 50-60 people at a time. - EUR 1,500-2,000 daily turnover. - Average bill is EUR 50 per person. - Receive around 50 orders per day. - Owner is in the UK and the business is in Portugal. Owner travels between these locations as per requirements. - We hire part time employees based on demand. Demand is usually high during summer.
Well established cocktail bar/restaurant in the center of Porto that receives 50 customers per day.
6.8   Porto
Run Rate Sales
USD 830 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Business for Sale
USD 640 K
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Restaurant for Sale in Coimbra, Portugal

For Sale: Restaurant in popular street of Coimbra, Portugal.
Located in a popular street/area with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and bars. - We have been in the location for more than a decade now and hence we have a huge number of footfall coming in due to our popularity in the region. - Our social networks are active and with excellent visibility which brings people to our restaurant. - good relationship with suppliers, competitors, and municipal institutions in the region. - 60 seats, an area of 100 m sq. and 6 employees to function.
For Sale: Restaurant in popular street of Coimbra, Portugal.
8   Coimbra
Run Rate Sales
USD 620 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 510 K
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Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Vila do Conde, Portugal

For Sale: Restaurant 600 square meters, near the beach/river receiving 150+ customers daily.
Fully operational. 2 dining rooms (100 seats + 60 seats) and 2 fully-equipped kitchens, plus a big winter terrace with around 30 seats. 150+ daily average clients at lunch and dinner. Top 3 TripAdvisor recommendations every year.
For Sale: Restaurant 600 square meters, near the beach/river receiving 150+ customers daily.
6.4   Vila do Conde
Run Rate Sales
USD 700 thousand
EBITDA Margin
30 %
Business for Sale
USD 1.4 Mn
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Restaurant for Sale in Lisbon, Portugal

Japanese ramen and street food restaurant for full sale with prime pedestrian area, high visibility.
Japanese restaurant in Lisbon selling ramen and Japanese street food from a prime pedestrian location with high visibility. - Customer mix: Steady daily walk-ins, around 80/day composed of tourists, local residents and nearby professionals. - Location advantages: Historic central area of Lisbon with very high pedestrian flow and excellent street visibility, near a planned metro station for future foot-traffic growth. - Premises and capacity: Active restaurant license in place; seating for up to 100+ guests, suitable for dine-in and takeaway service. - Operations: Lean staff structure with 3 employees indicating low operating headcount and opportunity to scale service hours or expand menu with additional hires. - Revenue model: Primarily on-site sales from walk-ins and tourists, supplemented by takeaway orders; high turnover driven by popular ramen and street-food items. - The revenue for this year is not as high as the last year because the business owner did not have time for the business operations due to some other comittments.
Japanese ramen and street food restaurant for full sale with prime pedestrian area, high visibility.
6.5   Lisbon
Run Rate Sales
USD 70 thousand
EBITDA Margin
15 %
Business for Sale
USD 520 K
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Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Leiria, Portugal

Thriving Leiria-based traditional Portuguese restaurant with 4-bedroom housing and loyal customer base for sale.
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a thriving traditional Portuguese restaurant. The property also includes a 4-bedroom house, ideal for anyone who wishes to start a new chapter of life in Portugal. This unique combination offers an established business with strong revenue potential and the added benefit of residential space. 1. Established clientele. Loyal customer base: A strong and dedicated clientele ensures consistent revenue (particularly for the lunch period - huge potential for dinners). Receives 100 to 120 walk-ins per day and 200+ customers on special occasions. Positive reputation: Known for authentic Portuguese cuisine. 2. Location. Situated in an area that attracts both locals and visitors. Close to Leiria city and only a 30-minute drive from Fátima. Easy car access. 3. Additional property. Included 4-bedroom house: Ideal for owner-occupiers or as additional rental income, providing flexibility and potential profit. 4. Turnkey operation. Fully equipped: The restaurant is ready for immediate operation with all necessary equipment and furnishings included. Dining room for over 200 people. Skilled staff: Existing trained staff can provide continuity and ease the transition to new ownership. 5. Growth opportunities. Event hosting: Potential to host private events, catering, or cooking classes to diversify income streams. Attached land can be bought to increase space. 6. Financial potential. Strong and consistent revenue streams: Well-established operational model with potential for increased profitability. Room for growth: Opportunities to expand hours, introduce new services, or enhance marketing efforts. 7. Regulatory compliance. Business is registered with VAT certification and a food license.
6.8   Leiria
Run Rate Sales
USD 700 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Business for Sale
USD 900 K
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Investing in Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide

Investing in businesses is a strategic endeavor that can significantly grow your wealth if approached knowledgeably. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, understanding the intricacies of businesses for investment is crucial.

Understanding Business Investment

Business investment refers to the allocation of capital to a company with the expectation of receiving financial returns. This can occur through direct investment in a private company or by purchasing stocks and shares of publicly traded businesses.

Types of Business Investments

  1. Equity Investment: This involves purchasing shares of a company. Equity investors become partial owners and have potential returns through dividends and appreciation of the stock value.

  2. Debt Investment: Investors lend money to businesses in exchange for interest income. This can include corporate bonds or business loans.

  3. Venture Capital and Angel Investing: These are types of equity investment where investors provide capital to startups and small businesses that have potential for growth.

  4. Crowdfunding: An innovative way to invest in businesses where multiple investors contribute small amounts of capital via platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo.

Advantages of Investing in Businesses

  • Potential for High Returns: Businesses have the potential to grow substantially, resulting in significant returns on investment.
  • Portfolio Diversification: Investing in various businesses can diversify an investment portfolio, reducing overall risk.
  • Active Involvement: Investors can actively participate in their investments, offering guidance and support to businesses.

Risks Involved in Business Investment

Even though investing in businesses offers attractive returns, it involves certain risks:

  • Market Volatility: Economic changes can affect business profitability and stock prices.
  • Failure Risk: Especially with startups, there's always a risk of failure resulting in loss of investment.
  • Regulatory Issues: Changes in laws and regulations can impact businesses adversely.

How to Choose the Right Business for Investment

  • Research and Analysis: Understand the business model, industry sector, and financial health of the business.
  • Growth Potential: Evaluate the business's potential for growth and scalability.
  • Management Quality: A competent management team can greatly influence a business’s success.
  • Market Trends: Stay updated with market trends and economic conditions that might affect the business.
  • Competitive Advantage: Ensure the business has a unique selling proposition or competitive edge.

Conclusion

Investing in businesses for investment can be incredibly rewarding. However, it requires a thorough understanding of the market, diligent research, and careful selection. By weighing the potential benefits against the risks and conducting due diligence, investors can enhance their ability to make profitable investments. Always consider consulting a financial advisor to tailor your investment strategy to your personal financial goals and risk tolerance.

Invest wisely, and watch your investments flourish!

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