Stark County Ohio Pizzeria Established 1989

Stark County Pizzeria, 37 Years.

$337,123 Annual Revenue at a 21.4% SDE Margin from a Carry-Out and Catering Operation with a $750 Monthly Lease

Business Description

The $750 monthly lease is the structural foundation of this operation. Food service space across Northeast Ohio trades at rates that are multiples of that figure. The gap between this location's occupancy cost and market-rate alternatives flows directly to the bottom line, producing $72,039 in SDE on $337,123 in annual revenue. That cost advantage is not replicable by a new entrant to the Stark County market today.

Pizza drives the majority of daily production. Wings, fried chicken, jojos, cold beverages, and locally sourced snack items complete a consistent menu that serves individual carry-out customers alongside institutional accounts. Schools, churches, and civic organizations place recurring catering orders that generate volume beyond the walk-in base. Customers from surrounding townships travel specifically to this location, a geographic draw built across 37 years of consistent production.

Four employees handle daily kitchen operations and service. The facility is fully equipped with no deferred maintenance waiting for an incoming owner. $25,000 in FF&E and $5,000 in inventory transfer at the $99,900 asking price. Thirty days of hands-on training covers production procedures, supplier contacts, and daily operational systems from the first week of ownership.

Business History

Pizza production at this Stark County location began in 1989. The menu expanded from its original core over the following decades as customer preferences evolved, adding wings, fried chicken, jojos, and locally sourced snack items to the production lineup. Catering relationships with schools, churches, and civic organizations developed through consistent community presence and now generate recurring volume independent of walk-in traffic.

The $750 monthly lease has anchored the cost structure across the full operating history. That figure reflects a facility arrangement that cannot be replicated by a new market entrant at current Northeast Ohio commercial lease rates. All required Ohio food service licenses and permits are current and in good standing entering 2026.

Potential Growth and Expansion

Delivery service is not currently offered. Third-party platform activation adds a revenue channel without kitchen modifications or staffing additions at current production volume.
Direct online ordering is not active. A digital ordering system captures app and web customers and reduces inbound phone volume during peak service hours.
Catering currently serves schools, churches, and civic organizations. Corporate accounts, sports leagues, and private event venues in Stark County represent an adjacent segment the existing kitchen supports without added equipment.
A dedicated lunch special targets the midday carry-out segment. No equipment changes or staffing additions are required at current volume levels.
Targeted local digital advertising reaches younger demographics in surrounding townships at minimal cost, extending the existing geographic draw without facility changes.
Competitive Overview

National pizza chains, regional independents, and delivery-only operations each compete for carry-out volume in Stark County. National chains carry brand recognition but operate at cost structures that are multiples of this location's $750 monthly lease. Regional independents face identical food cost and labor pressures without the rent advantage this operation holds. Delivery-only operations lack a physical presence and cannot serve the walk-in or dine-in customer.

The cost structure at this location reflects decades of continuous operation in the same facility. A new independent entering Stark County today faces commercial lease rates that compress margins to levels this business does not experience. That structural gap produces pricing flexibility and margin protection that higher-rent competitors cannot match at equivalent revenue levels.

Key Highlights

Annual revenue of $337,123 with SDE of $72,039 (21.4% margin)
Founded in 1989, 37 years of continuous operation in Stark County
4 employees handling daily kitchen production and service
Monthly lease of $750 with no variable facility expenses
FF&E of $25,000 and inventory of $5,000 included in the $99,900 asking price
Active catering accounts with schools, churches, and civic organizations
Delivery not currently offered; third-party platform activation is an immediate revenue opportunity
30 days of hands-on training provided; reason for sale is retirement
Financials Summary


 
 

Annual Revenue


$337,123


Seller's Discretionary Earnings


$72,039


SDE Margin


21.4%


Asking Price


$99,900


Price-to-SDE Multiple


1.39x


Monthly Rent


$750


FF&E


$25,000 (included)


Inventory


$5,000 (included)


Revenue Trend


Stable



Ideal Buyer Profile

Capital requirement is $99,900 all-in, covering the business, FF&E, and inventory. Daily floor presence is required through the transition period and beyond at the current four-employee staffing level. The 30-day training period transfers production knowledge, supplier contacts, and catering account relationships directly. Food service or account management experience makes the catering expansion opportunity accessible from the first month. The $750 monthly lease provides a fixed-cost floor that protects margin from day one regardless of revenue fluctuations. Absentee ownership does not fit this operation at its current staffing level.

Confidentiality Notice

A signed confidentiality agreement is required before financial details are released. Qualified buyers should contact the listing broker to request the full offering memorandum.

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While this pizzeria has thrived for nearly 40 years on a steady base of loyal customers, several growth opportunities remain untapped. A new owner can capitalize on these to expand both revenue and market presence.

Delivery Services
At present, the business operates strictly on a dine-in and carryout model, without offering delivery. Adding in-house delivery or partnering with third-party platforms such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub could immediately increase sales volume. With customer demand for convenience at an all-time high, even a modest adoption of delivery could significantly broaden the restaurant’s customer base.

Catering & Group Sales
The shop’s reputation for handcrafted pizzas, fried chicken, and jumbo wings makes it a natural fit for catering school events, office lunches, church functions, and community gatherings. Expanding into catering with family-style trays, bulk orders, and party packages would provide a new revenue stream while strengthening the restaurant’s presence at community functions.

Networking & Community Engagement
Joining local Chambers of Commerce and other business associations would enhance visibility and open doors to new partnerships. With its long-standing reputation, the restaurant is well-positioned to participate in sponsorships, community events, and fundraisers that build goodwill and attract new customers from both the city and surrounding townships.

Digital Marketing & Online Presence
The business currently relies on its established reputation and word-of-mouth. Targeted online advertising, an updated website, and active social media engagement could drive awareness among younger demographics and new residents. Highlighting unique offerings such as the jumbo wings and creative thin-crust pizzas online would help differentiate the shop in a crowded market.


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