Restaurant Deal Making EXPOSED! With Patrick and Andy

Have you ever wondered why buying or selling a restaurant takes so much longer than expected? While many people assume a deal can close within a few weeks, restaurant transactions involve multiple parties, approvals...

What do restaurant owners need to know about insurance in today’s market? From rising premiums and stricter coverage requirements to wildfire risk and liquor liability, securing the right policy has become more...

What has changed most in the restaurant industry over the last 25 years? While the fundamentals of hospitality, great food, and hard work remain the same, the way restaurants operate has evolved dramatically. In this...

What does “turnkey” really mean when it comes to restaurant listings? While the term is often used to suggest a buyer can walk in and start operating with minimal effort, the reality is often much more complicated. In...

What shapes the public perception of the restaurant industry today? Traditional journalism, social media influencers, and online narratives all compete for attention, but they often approach restaurant stories from very...

What goes into curating the food experience for one of the country’s largest music festivals? With nearly 100 restaurants serving more than 225,000 attendees over a single weekend, the Outside Lands food lineup is about...

What stands out after 50 episodes about restaurant deals? From navigating leases and due diligence to understanding timing, financials, and risk, certain themes come up again and again. We celebrate our 50th episode by...

What happens when someone with years of restaurant experience buys their first business? You might expect the process to be smoother, but even seasoned operators face challenges when stepping into ownership for the...

Buying a restaurant can be exciting, but for “virgin buyers,” the process can also feel overwhelming. From writing your first offer to figuring out whether a listing is actually worth pursuing, there are many questions...

When should you walk away from a restaurant deal? Not every transaction is meant to close, and knowing the difference between a solvable challenge and a true red flag can save you time, money, and stress. In this...

What should restaurant buyers and sellers be preparing for in 2026? As the year unfolds, we are seeing clear themes emerge that are shaping how deals are getting done and who is stepping into the market. Some of these...

How should restaurant owners and operators think about 2026 from a financial perspective? In this episode, we step back and talk through what it really takes to stay profitable in the current restaurant landscape, from...

What’s the right time to sell a restaurant or bar? It’s a question every owner eventually faces, and one that rarely has a simple answer. In this episode, we talk through how timing affects value, options, and outcomes...

How do smart restaurant owners start the year by strengthening their business? In this episode, we talk about why January is a natural moment to step back and evaluate how a restaurant is really operating. We explore...

What kind of year was 2025 for restaurant deals? In this episode, we look back on the past year and talk through what stood out most to us as brokers working closely with restaurant owners, buyers, and sellers. We...