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Restaurant Asset Sales in Queens

11 properties for sale
Full Restaurant for Sale in New York, NY
Full Restaurant
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Asset Sale
$85,000$12,500/mo
163 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA750 sq ft
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Turnkey
  • Equipment Included
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in New York, NY
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$8.20/SF/mo$29,471/mo all-in · 3,594 SF
New York, NY3,594 sq ft
  • Bar Area
  • Equipment Included
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in Brooklyn, NY
Full Restaurant
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Asset Sale
$325,002$16,480/mo
32 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217, USA1,500 sq ft
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Hood: Type 1
Fast Casual Restaurant for Sale in New York, NY
Fast Casual
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Asset Sale
Contact for price
231 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA1,200 sq ft
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Hood: Type 1
Full Restaurant for Sale in New York, NY
Full Restaurant
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Asset Sale
Contact for price
175 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009, USA1,693 sq ft
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Walk-In Freezer
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Bar & Lounge for Sale in New York, NY
Bar Lounge
5 photos
Asset Sale
$100,000$9,250/mo
Modified Gross
157 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10023, USA2,400 sq ft
  • Bar Area
  • Turnkey
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Multi-Use NON HOODED for Sale in New York, NY
Non Hooded
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Asset Sale
$84,900$7,983/mo$7,983/mo all-in · 500 SF
Gross
New York, NY500 sq ft
  • Equipment Included
  • Fully Furnished
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • cafe
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Queens, NY
Full Restaurant
6 photos
Asset Sale
$329,000$16,500/mo$16,500/mo all-in · 1,500 SF
Queens, NY1,500 sq ft
  • Outdoor
  • Bar Area
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Walk-In Freezer
Multi-Use Bar & Lounge for Sale in Queens, NY
Bar Lounge
6 photos
Asset Sale
$3,600/mo$3,600/mo all-in · 900 SF
817 Onderdonk Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385, USA900 sq ft
  • Bar Area
  • 3-Comp Sink
NON HOODED for Sale in New York, NY
Non Hooded
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Asset Sale
$175,000$7,200/mo$7,200/mo all-in · 600 SF
127 E 7th St, New York, NY 10009, USA600 sq ft
  • Turnkey
  • Equipment Included
  • Fully Furnished
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in New York, NY
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Asset Sale
$300,000$22,000/mo$22,000/mo all-in · 2,300 SF
139 Duane St, New York, NY 10013, USA2,300 sq ft
  • Bar Area
  • Turnkey
  • Equipment Included
  • Fully Furnished

Market Context

Understanding the Queens Market

Queens is the most ethnically diverse county in the United States and arguably the most diverse restaurant market in the world. Over 130 languages are spoken in the borough, and restaurant cultures rooted in dozens of national and regional cuisines coexist in submarkets often less than a mile apart. No other US restaurant market offers the same depth of authentic immigrant food traditions.

Lease rates run meaningfully below Manhattan and Brooklyn. Flushing, Long Island City, and the most established Astoria blocks reach $55 to $95 per square foot annually. Jackson Heights, Corona, and most of the rest of the borough sit at $35 to $65, among the most accessible rates in NYC. Asset sales and full business sales follow the same pattern.

Queens restaurant economics reward concepts that can serve and authentically engage with the borough's immigrant food cultures. The market is less driven by trend and food media than Brooklyn or Manhattan, but customer loyalty and word of mouth within ethnic and cultural communities are extraordinarily strong. Concepts with genuine community ties build sustainable, decades long businesses.

Popular Markets

Explore Other Restaurant Markets

Queens's restaurant submarkets each carry distinct customer bases, lease economics, and concept fit. Choosing the right one matters as much as the concept itself.

  • Flushing: Flushing is the most concentrated Asian food market in the United States and rivals any neighborhood in Asia for variety and authenticity. Lease rates on Main Street and the surrounding blocks run $55 to $95 per square foot. The customer base is global tourists, regional food travelers, and a deep local Asian American community.
  • Astoria: Astoria has anchored New York's Greek and Mediterranean food scene for decades and now houses one of the most diverse independent restaurant communities in the US. Lease rates run $50 to $85 per square foot. Strong year round local traffic with growing Manhattan day tripper draw.
  • Long Island City: Long Island City has transformed into one of the most actively developed corridors in NYC. New residential and office towers have created a young, affluent customer base. Lease rates run $55 to $85 per square foot, with strong weekday daytime traffic from corporate offices.
  • Jackson Heights and Corona: Jackson Heights and Corona anchor New York's Colombian, Mexican, Ecuadorian, and South Asian food scenes. Lease rates remain among the most accessible in NYC at $35 to $60 per square foot, with extremely strong neighborhood food cultures and a customer base of locals and food destination diners.

Sale Types

Asset Sale vs Business Sale vs Property Sale

Asset Sale

A buyer acquires equipment, fixtures, furniture, and restaurant infrastructure without taking on the prior operating company.

Business Sale

A buyer acquires the operating business, brand, staff continuity, vendor relationships, and transfer documents tied to the acquisition.

Property Sale

A buyer acquires the real estate along with restaurant improvements, building systems, and site control.

Price Context

Restaurant Price Ranges in Queens

Asking prices vary by market, concept, profitability, equipment condition, and whether real estate is included. Buyers often compare asset sales below $250,000, business sales from $250,000 to $1,000,000, and property sales above that range.

In Queens, review the asking price against kitchen infrastructure, seating, alcohol license status, seller financing terms, and local permit transfer requirements.

Licenses and Permits

Alcohol License Transfer and Local Permits

Before completing a restaurant acquisition in Queens, confirm NY alcohol license transfer, health permits, business licenses, signage approvals, and local operating permits with the agencies that control the address.

Permit transfer rules vary by market, so buyers should verify what transfers with the business sale, what requires a new application, and what must be approved by the landlord or property owner.

For Owners & Brokers

Why Use Pepperlot to Find Restaurants for Sale in Queens

Built exclusively for restaurant real estate.

Restaurant Only Listings

Every listing on Pepperlot is a restaurant or F&B space. No warehouses, offices, or unrelated commercial properties diluting your Queens search.

Restaurant Specific Listing Fields

Hood systems, grease traps, walk-in coolers, SLA permits, alcohol licenses, seating capacity, patio availability. The details that drive restaurant decisions are in every listing.

New York Market Intelligence

Cuisine gap analysis, demographic data, and competitive landscape information for Queens. Make a more informed decision before committing capital or signing a lease.

Confidential Listings

Some of the best Queens restaurant opportunities are listed confidentially. Pepperlot gives you access to off market opportunities not available on general platforms.

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Platform

How to Buy a Restaurant in Queens

A step-by-step approach to acquiring your next location.

Browse Active Listings

Filter Queens listings by transaction type, size, price, and specific features like hood systems, grease traps, outdoor seating, and SLA alcohol licenses. Every listing includes the operational details that matter for restaurant acquisitions in New York.

Review the Transaction Structure

Understand whether you are acquiring a full business, assets only, or a property outright. Each structure carries different liabilities, transition timelines, and entry costs. Asset sales protect buyers from prior liabilities. Business sales require deeper due diligence on financials, staff, and SLA license transferability.

Contact the Seller Directly

Each listing displays the seller or broker's contact details. Reach out directly. Ask for three years of financial statements, lease documents, and SLA license details. For New York transactions, also confirm the status of any DOB Letter of No Objection, Place of Assembly certificate, and Department of Health permits.

Evaluate the Lease and SLA License

Queens lease rates range from $35 to $95 per square foot annually depending on submarket and location. Confirm the remaining lease term, renewal options, CAM charges, and SLA license type and transfer status. Personal guarantees and good guy guarantees are standard in New York commercial leases, particularly in NYC.

About PepperLot

Built for Restaurant Acquisitions in Queens

PepperLot organizes restaurant acquisitions around the details buyers need in Queens: sale structure, equipment, permits, seating, and property context.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a restaurant for sale in Queens cost?

Queens restaurant acquisitions vary by submarket and concept type. Asset sales typically start from $60k+. Full business sales range from $150k+ to over $1.2M+ for established concepts in prime submarkets like Flushing, Astoria, Long Island City. Confirm at least three years of financials and SLA license status before making any offer.

What are restaurant lease rates in Queens?

Queens restaurant lease rates run roughly $35 to $95 per square foot annually, with the higher end of the range applying to prime submarkets and the lower end to emerging or suburban areas. NNN structures and CAM charges typically add another $8 to $18 per square foot annually.

What types of restaurant transactions are listed in Queens?

Pepperlot lists business sales, asset sales, and property sales across Queens. Asset sales transfer equipment and lease only, keeping the seller's prior liabilities out of the transaction. Business sales include the full operation, brand, SLA license where transferable, and staff. Property sales are outright real estate purchases.

Do I need an SLA license to buy a Queens restaurant?

Any restaurant in Queens that serves alcohol requires a State Liquor Authority (SLA) license. Queens County SLA license transfers and new applications typically take 90 to 180 days. The 500 foot rule applies to new licenses near schools and houses of worship. Confirm the license type and transfer requirements with both the seller and SLA before closing.

What submarkets are most active for restaurant sales in Queens?

On Pepperlot, the most active Queens submarkets currently are Flushing, Astoria, Long Island City. Each carries different customer demographics, lease economics, and concept fit, so the best submarket depends substantially on the concept being acquired or planned.

Can I list my Queens restaurant for sale on Pepperlot?

Yes. Listing on Pepperlot is free. Create a Queens-specific listing with details like hood systems, seating, SLA license type, and lease terms. Confidential listing options are available for sellers who prefer to reach buyers without publicly disclosing the business identity.