Chicago Wedding Caterer - 25 Years Same Owner - $3.3M Sales

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Financial Details

Asking Price:
$1,200,000
Annual Revenue:
$3,335,000
Cash Flow / SDE:
$300,000
Profit Metric:
Net Profit
Valuation Multiple:
4.0x
Location:
Chicago, IL, US
Source:
Date:
September 15, 2025

Key Highlights

Established wedding caterer in Chicago with 25 years of consistent ownership.
Strong financial performance with $3.3M in gross sales and $300K net profit in 2021.
SBA friendly, clean books, and a full staff in place, offering a smooth transition.

Description

This is a well-established wedding catering business located in Chicago, Illinois, with a strong track record of 25 years under the same ownership. The business specializes in wedding catering, which accounts for 75% of its revenue, with the remaining 25% coming from corporate catering. It boasts high repeat business and offers excellent training and support for a new owner. The operation is housed in a freestanding 4,000 sq/ft commissary featuring a state-of-the-art kitchen with multiple walk-in boxes. The business is SBA friendly, with clean books and tax returns, making it attractive for financing. The current lease has remaining term and an option to renew, with a monthly rent of $7,000. In 2021, the business achieved gross sales of $3,335,000 and a net profit of $300,000, with projections for 2022 indicating similar or better performance. The business includes a full staff.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
Wedding Caterer
Classification:
Restaurants & Food

Operational Snapshot

Year Established:
2000
Employees:
9

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Leased
Monthly Rent:
$7,000 USD

Listing Details

Listing ID:
b0e1b3b5-2a2b-4973-ae0f-4c48d3bfbf37
Source Listing ID:
#5024
Deal Status:
For Sale
Last Updated:
September 15, 2025
Currency:
USD

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