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Restaurant for Sale in Chennai, India

Restaurant serving South Indian and Chinese cuisine with rooftop dining, party facilities, and FSSAI licensing.
• Casual dining restaurant in West Tambaram, Chennai, serving South Indian meals and Chinese cuisine for dine-in, takeaway, and group gatherings. • The menu includes South Indian meals and popular Chinese dishes such as Dragon Chicken and Crispy Honey Chicken. • The restaurant caters to local families, office workers, and groups seeking casual dining and party arrangements. • Operates across the ground and first floors, with an open rooftop and dedicated party hall. • The approximately 1,400 sq. ft. premises have seating for around 60 guests, including 28 seats in the AC hall, 14 outdoor seats, and 18 rooftop seats. • Located on Mudichur Road near Annai Arul Hospital, providing visibility and accessibility within the West Tambaram area. • Holds a valid FSSAI license for its food service operations.
Restaurant serving South Indian and Chinese cuisine with rooftop dining, party facilities, and FSSAI licensing.
7.4   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 126 thousand
EBITDA Margin
0 - 10 %
Business for Sale
USD 36.6 K
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Cafe for Sale in Chennai, India

Café in Chennai seeking full sale, with established residential customers, dine-in, takeaway, and delivery operations.
Established café operating within a gated residential community in Chennai, serving a regular resident customer base through dine-in, takeaway, and online delivery. - The café serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian food and receives around 40–50 walk-in customers daily. - The café has seating capacity for 7–8 customers and receives approximately 10–15 daily online orders through Swiggy and Zomato. - Customers primarily include residents of the gated community, families, students, and working professionals. - The business has 3 employees and is currently self-funded by the promoter, with no outstanding business loans or debts. - The business has a FSSAI license.
7.5   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 19 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 - 30 %
Business for Sale
USD 12.6 K
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Nutrition Food Company for Sale in Chennai, India

Non-operational Chennai-based research and development-driven business focused on food innovations and floating restaurant designs.
Chennai-based research and innovation company with over 7 years of operating history, incorporated 5 years ago as an OPC Private Limited company, with a focus on food & beverages, and technology. - The business is currently non-operational and was commercially active for approximately 4 years before intentionally shifting its focus toward research and development and pivoting its operations. - During its operational period, the business generated revenue from a commercial ship energy-saving proprietary algorithm product, serving ship managers on a contract basis with monthly billing cycles. - The last reported annual sales were approximately INR 25 lakh, after which the business ceased commercial sales to focus on R&D. - As part of its pivot toward food-related innovations, the business developed proprietary floating restaurant designs and concepts, along with FSSAI-compliant healthy food products, such as smoothies targeted at diabetic and health-conscious consumers. - The healthy food products have undergone testing and received positive feedback from doctors but remain in the pilot phase and have not yet been commercialized. - The owner is an experienced researcher and inventor with a PhD and a background as a federal government scientist, submarine design specialist, and circular economy innovator. - All these activities were registered and conducted under the same Pvt. Ltd. entity, and we are selling the entire company as a food & beverage innovation business, along with all its activities. - The company is registered with the MCA and is seeking potential buyers to commercialize its food products, floating restaurant concepts, and other proprietary innovations.
Non-operational Chennai-based research and development-driven business focused on food innovations and floating restaurant designs.
6.8   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Business for Sale
USD 520 K
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Nutrition Food Company for Sale in Chennai, India

Non-operational Chennai-based research and development-driven business focused on food innovations and floating restaurant designs.
Chennai-based research and innovation company with over 7 years of operating history, incorporated 5 years ago as an OPC Private Limited company, with a focus on food & beverages, and technology. - The business is currently non-operational and was commercially active for approximately 4 years before intentionally shifting its focus toward research and development and pivoting its operations. - During its operational period, the business generated revenue from a commercial ship energy-saving proprietary algorithm product, serving ship managers on a contract basis with monthly billing cycles. - The last reported annual sales were approximately INR 25 lakh, after which the business ceased commercial sales to focus on R&D. - As part of its pivot toward food-related innovations, the business developed proprietary floating restaurant designs and concepts, along with FSSAI-compliant healthy food products, such as smoothies targeted at diabetic and health-conscious consumers. - The healthy food products have undergone testing and received positive feedback from doctors but remain in the pilot phase and have not yet been commercialized. - The owner is an experienced researcher and inventor with a PhD and a background as a federal government scientist, submarine design specialist, and circular economy innovator. - All these activities were registered and conducted under the same Pvt. Ltd. entity, and we are selling the entire company as a food & beverage innovation business, along with all its activities. - The company is registered with the MCA and is seeking potential buyers to commercialize its food products, floating restaurant concepts, and other proprietary innovations.
Non-operational Chennai-based research and development-driven business focused on food innovations and floating restaurant designs.
6.8   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Business for Sale
USD 520 K
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Newly Established Cafe for Sale in Chennai, India

Franchise coffee outlet in Anna Nagar offering quick-service beverages and snacks with strong brand recognition.
• Well-established franchise outlet located in Anna Nagar, specializing in authentic South Indian filter coffee and quick-service refreshments. • Offers filter coffee, tea, beverages, snacks, puffs, cakes, cookies, and other ready-to-serve food items. • Operates as a self-service takeaway outlet with standing service and no seating, ensuring quick customer turnaround. • Generates revenue through the sale of beverages and snacks to walk-in customers and takeaway orders. • Operates under a well-known franchise brand, benefiting from established brand recognition and customer trust. • The one-time franchise fee has already been paid, and there are no ongoing royalty payments, improving operating margins. • Holds a valid FSSAI license and operates in compliance with applicable food safety regulations. • Well positioned for growth by increasing customer footfall, expanding takeaway sales, and introducing online food delivery services where applicable.
6.8   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 36 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 - 20 %
Business for Sale
USD 12 K
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Newly Established Fast Food Restaurant for Sale in Chennai, India

Fully equipped non-vegetarian restaurant for sale, ideal for delivery-oriented business model.
The business is a recently established delivery-oriented non-vegetarian restaurant located in the rapidly developing Thoraipakkam–OMR locality. Although operations were temporarily paused after the initial launch, due to some personal issues, the restaurant has recently resumed operations and is fully equipped to continue serving customers. The revenue model is driven primarily by online food delivery (around 90%), supplemented by dine-in sales. The sale includes a fully operational restaurant setup along with the associated Zomato account, enabling the buyer to commence operations immediately without significant additional investment. The business is being offered as a complete, ready-to-operate setup. As the business has not been operational for a long time, it does not have a reported sales for the previous financial year or a monthly average sales.
Fully equipped non-vegetarian restaurant for sale, ideal for delivery-oriented business model.
6.2   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Business for Sale
USD 126 K
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Newly Established Fast Food Restaurant for Sale in Chennai, India

Non-operational fully equipped tea kiosk with strong past sales, franchise renewal option, and relocation flexibility.
Fully equipped tea-focused kiosk located in Urapakkam, near IOCL, currently ready for a fresh restart. - The kiosk previously operated as a franchise of a well-known tea brand, catering to local tea consumers in the area. - During its operational period of around 10 months, it generated strong monthly sales of approximately INR 5–6 lakhs. - At its peak, the kiosk handled around 100 orders per day, driven by takeaways and online delivery channels. - Operations were discontinued approximately 3 months ago, but all essential equipment and setup are included in the sale. - The existing franchise agreement has been terminated, providing the buyer the option to renew the franchise under their own name and continue operations from the same location. - A one-time brand fee (negotiable) and a royalty fee of approximately 5% of monthly net sales will apply if the franchise model is continued. - The buyer also has an option relocate the complete kiosk setup, including both interior and exterior infrastructure, to operate under their own brand. - The business previously operated with a valid FSSAI license; however, it will not be transferred as part of the sale.
5.9   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Business for Sale
USD 10.5 K
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Newly Established Catering Company for Sale in Chennai, India

For sale: Madhavaram-based commercial kitchen and dining area with steady revenue from party orders.
Located in Madhavaram, Chennai, near the bypass road, the business operates a commercial kitchen and catering business with convenient access for transporting food to events and parties across the city. - The business commenced operations in February last year and has successfully completed over one year of operations. - The primary focus is on party and event catering services, which constitute the major source of revenue. - The facility is a well-equipped commercial kitchen designed for efficient food production and catering operations. - In addition to catering activities, the business also operates a small dine-in area with a seating capacity of 12 guests. - The commercial kitchen and dining facility together provide a streamlined setup for both food preparation and limited on-premise dining. - On average, the business serves approximately 100 customers per month through its catering services. - Revenue is primarily generated from catering orders for parties, gatherings, and other events and a small portion through dine-ins and takeaways. - The business holds a valid FSSAI license and MCA registration, ensuring compliance with food safety and corporate regulatory requirements.
For sale: Madhavaram-based commercial kitchen and dining area with steady revenue from party orders.
6   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 78 thousand
EBITDA Margin
0 - 10 %
Business for Sale
USD 16.7 K
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Restaurant for Sale in Chennai, India

Cozy dining establishment for sale in Chennai, known for top Kerala culinary delights.
Cozy restaurant in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, serving authentic Kerala cuisine. - We’re known for our top dishes like Kerala dum biriyani, pothichoru, chatti choru, and delicious beef items. - Our menu features traditional Kerala meals that locals and visitors swear by. - We have a small but inviting dining area that accommodates up to 10 guests comfortably. - On average, we serve around 10-20 customers daily, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. - Our restaurant is fully compliant with health regulations and holds an FSSAI license for added trust. - We make money through dine-in orders and takeaways, catering to both the resident crowd and passing customers.
Cozy dining establishment for sale in Chennai, known for top Kerala culinary delights.
5.9   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 19 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 36.6 K
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Ice Cream Parlor for Sale in Chennai, India

Master franchise ice cream business from Tamil Nadu with 10 stores seeking full acquisition.
Master franchise operator of an established ice cream brand with franchise rights across Tamil Nadu. - Manages and supports a network of 10 franchise outlets, providing brand, supply chain, and operational assistance. - Generates revenue through commissions on stock sales to franchise stores, earning approximately 15% on products supplied through the network. - Franchise stores record an average of 40–50 customer transactions per day, reflecting steady consumer demand. - Runs the business through a lean team of 5 employees, supported by an efficient and scalable franchise model. - Has built an established franchise network and long-term relationships with store operators within its territories. - Offered as a complete master franchise business, including territorial rights, franchise relationships, and operational know-how.
5.4   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 250 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 73 K
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Newly Established Cafe for Sale in Chennai, India

For Sale: Indo-fusion café in Nungambakkam with unique menu offerings, and strong local demand.
Located in Nungambakkam, Chennai, the café offers a cozy dining experience and serves as a popular spot for casual hangouts. - The café has a seating capacity of 35–40 customers, with both indoor and outdoor seating areas. - Operates with a unique Indo-fusion concept, making it a distinctive offering in Chennai and attracting both regular customers and new visitors who enjoy exploring new food experiences. - The majority of revenue is generated through dine-in customers. The café is also listed on Swiggy and Zomato for online delivery orders. - The average order value ranges between INR 400 and INR 600. The business receives approximately 40–50 orders per day, reflecting steady customer demand. - The café holds valid FSSAI and GST registrations, ensuring compliance with food safety and business regulations. - The business has built a growing customer base and offers strong potential for further expansion.
For Sale: Indo-fusion café in Nungambakkam with unique menu offerings, and strong local demand.
6.6   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 75 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 - 20 %
Business for Sale
USD 105 K
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Newly Established Cafe for Sale in Chennai, India

Chennai-based tea cafe franchise with strong customer base available for full sale.
Vegetarian franchise outlet located in Mogappair, Chennai, operating as a late-night café. - The new owner will be required to pay a 4% monthly royalty on sales, with the franchise offering concessions or discounts during periods of lower sales performance. - Established recently with strong early traction, serving 1,000+ customers. - Offers tea, coffee, pizza, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, Maggi, and café-style quick-service items. - One of the few late-night cafés in the area, attracting steady youth and evening footfall. - Stylish interiors with entertainment features including LED TVs, karaoke setup, games, and customer engagement amenities. - Strong online delivery presence through Swiggy and Zomato tie-ups.
5.7   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 63 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 58 K
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Restaurant for Sale in Chennai, India

Chennai-based multi-cuisine highway restaurant with steady footfall, offered for full sale with complete setup.
Multi-cuisine casual dining restaurant located on a high-visibility highway stretch in Maraimalai Nagar, Chennai. - Offers a diverse menu including Indian, Chinese, tandoori, BBQ, shawarma, juices, and ice cream, with a strong focus on non-vegetarian cuisine. - Operates with a seating capacity of 60 and attracts steady daily footfall of 100–200 customers. - Fully equipped with kitchen infrastructure, furniture, fixtures, air conditioning, CCTV systems, and interior setup. - Lean operational team of 12 staff handling kitchen, service, and daily operations efficiently. - Licensed business with FSSAI certification, ensuring compliance and food safety standards.
5.6   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 150 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 %
Business for Sale
USD 36.6 K
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Cafe Franchise Opportunity

Picklers Arena Private Limited, 3 Franchisees, Est'd in 2023, Chennai HQ
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• Operates specialized pickleball sports facilities focused on one of the fastest-growing global sports, catering to recreational and competitive players. • Offers international-standard courts and structured coaching programs designed for beginners to advanced players. • Currently runs active centers in Chennai and Coimbatore, with plans to scale operations across South India. • Generates consistent daily footfall of 50–60 walk-ins, indicating strong local demand and community engagement. • Revenue streams include court bookings, coaching programs, sports merchandise sales, and an in-house café. • Café concept is designed around sports nutrition, offering hydration-focused beverages and quick, healthy food options. • Business is officially registered under MCA and holds an FSSAI license, ensuring regulatory compliance for operations and food services. • Seeking operational and growth partners to co-develop new centers, manage court operations, and run integrated café services. • Expansion model focuses on setting up pickleball courts along with complementary café offerings to enhance customer experience and increase per-user revenue.
Picklers Arena Private Limited, 3 Franchisees, Est'd in 2023, Chennai HQ
6.2   Expanding in Chennai
Exp Monthly Sales
USD 3.14 thousand
Space Required
1500 - 2000 Sq Ft
Investment Required
USD 8.4 - 15.7 K
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Restaurant for Sale in Chennai, India

For Sale: Chennai-based vegetarian fast food chain with five branches and a loyal customer base.
Popular vegetarian fast food chain based in Chennai, with five bustling branches across the city. - Specializing in tasty and pocket-friendly North Indian dishes, catering to health-conscious food lovers. - The business reported annual sales of ₹3 crore last year, with latest monthly sales of ₹27 lakh. - The five locations include Sowcarpet (40 seats), Shenoy Nagar (14–18 seats), Kilpauk (20 seats), Greams Road (20 seats), and Olympia (inside a food court with common seating). - The chain serves an average of 800–900 customers daily across all outlets, reflecting strong demand. - Dine-ins are the primary sales channel, while the outlets are also listed on Swiggy and Zomato for online delivery. - The business operates with an FSSAI license, ensuring quality and safety in all food offerings.
For Sale: Chennai-based vegetarian fast food chain with five branches and a loyal customer base.
6.5   Chennai
Run Rate Sales
USD 340 thousand
EBITDA Margin
10 - 20 %
Business for Sale
USD 314 K
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