Industry Guide

Buying a Fast Food / QSR: What Buyers Need to Know

Benchmarks, valuation norms, and a free BAS calculator for Fast Food / QSR acquisitions.

Fast Food / QSR — Industry Benchmarks

EBITDA Margin (Low)8%

EBITDA Margin (High)15%

Acquisition Multiple (Low)1x

Acquisition Multiple (High)3x

Minimum DSCR1.6x

Industry Risk Score4/10 — Elevated Risk

What makes a good Fast Food / QSR acquisition? Look for margins at or above 15%, a purchase multiple below 3x, and a DSCR comfortably above 1.6x. A risk score of 4/10 (elevated risk) means this sector carries significant volatility — stress-test the DSCR under downside scenarios.

Calculate BAS for a Fast Food / QSR

Industry: Fast Food / QSR

Asking Price ($)

Annual Revenue ($)

Annual Earnings ($)

Earnings Type

Other Food & Hospitality industries

Restaurant (Sit-down / Fine Dining)

10–15% margin · 1–2x

Cafe / Coffee Shop

10–18% margin · 1–2x

Catering Business

12–20% margin · 2–3x

Bar / Pub / Nightclub

12–20% margin · 1–3x

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