Industry Guide

Buying a Bar / Pub / Nightclub: What Buyers Need to Know

Benchmarks, valuation norms, and a free BAS calculator for Bar / Pub / Nightclub acquisitions.

Bar / Pub / Nightclub — Industry Benchmarks

EBITDA Margin (Low)12%

EBITDA Margin (High)20%

Acquisition Multiple (Low)1x

Acquisition Multiple (High)3x

Minimum DSCR1.6x

Industry Risk Score3/10 — High Risk

What makes a good Bar / Pub / Nightclub acquisition? Look for margins at or above 20%, a purchase multiple below 3x, and a DSCR comfortably above 1.6x. A risk score of 3/10 (high risk) means this sector carries significant volatility — stress-test the DSCR under downside scenarios.

Calculate BAS for a Bar / Pub / Nightclub

Industry: Bar / Pub / Nightclub

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

Fast Food / QSR

8–15% margin · 1–3x

Catering Business

12–20% margin · 2–3x

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