Semi-Absentee Thriving Sports Bar with Loyal Following
Sports Bar with Semi-Absentee Ownership in North Carolina
On NextCompany since October 12, 2026 (3 days)
NC areaEstablished 198614 FT employees
Business overview
A North Carolina sports bar serves drinks and hosts karaoke, football viewing, pool, and patio gatherings. The bar occupies a leased standalone building with parking, road exposure, and $5,000 monthly rent. The owners renovated the venue during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fourteen full-time employees support operations; the owners work approximately 20 hours per week combined.
The bar has operated since 1986 and draws a loyal local clientele. The listing asks $1,100,000 and reports $868,313 in gross revenue and $330,000 in seller's discretionary earnings. Inventory carries a $24,000 value; furniture, fixtures, and equipment carry a $53,000 value. The owners seek retirement after 24 years of ownership.
Who is a good fit for this business
- Hospitality operators seeking a North Carolina venue with scheduled entertainment and a loyal local clientele.
- Buyers seeking a semi-absentee business where the owners work approximately 20 hours per week combined.
- Entrepreneurs prepared to run a leased venue with 14 full-time employees and $5,000 monthly rent.
Details
- Reason for selling
- Retiring
- Real estate
- Leased
- Monthly rent
- $5,000
Frequently Asked Questions
The bar serves beer, wine, and liquor alongside vending services. Customers visit for karaoke, NFL Sunday Ticket, pool, games, and an outdoor patio with televisions.
The listing asks $1,100,000 for the business. It reports $868,313 in gross revenue and $330,000 in seller's discretionary earnings.
The bar leases its standalone building for $5,000 per month. The listing values inventory at $24,000 and furniture, fixtures, and equipment at $53,000.
The owners contribute approximately 20 hours per week combined and do not regularly bartend or provide entertainment. Fourteen full-time employees support the business.
An owner could add entertainment, themed events, and private parties. The listing also identifies marketing and promotions as potential growth avenues.