Whether you own a single truck with a killer route or a fleet servicing major events, we connect you with business brokers who understand permit transferability, kitchen equipment value, and brand equity.
Selling a food truck business involves valuing tangible assets like the truck and kitchen equipment, as well as intangible assets like your permits, event contracts, and social media following.
We start by analyzing your revenue mix. Are you reliant on daily street vending, or do you have high-margin catering and event contracts? Do you operate out of a commissary?
From there, we identify business brokers who specialize in the mobile food sector. Some are experts in selling owner-operated trucks to new entrepreneurs, while others work with restaurant groups looking to expand their brand with a mobile fleet.
• Event Contracts – Recurring contracts with festivals, corporate campuses, or breweries provide predictable revenue that buyers love.
• Truck Condition – Buyers inspect the engine and the kitchen. A reliable truck with compliant fire suppression and refrigeration is essential.
• Permits & Locations – Transferable health permits and grandfathered parking spots in high-traffic areas are major assets.
• Brand & Following – A strong social media presence and loyal customer base make the business turnkey for a new operator.
Selling a food truck requires clean books and a clear maintenance log for your vehicle and kitchen equipment.
The first step is a comprehensive valuation. Food truck businesses are typically valued on a multiple of SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings) plus the market value of the truck.
We work with business brokers who will "recast" your financials to show the true profit potential. This often includes adding back personal expenses and normalizing repair costs to increase the SDE figure.
You don't want your future bookings or staff to worry about the business closing. Confidentiality is critical to maintaining your schedule during the sale.
Our partner business brokers utilize strict protocols—blind listings, pre-screened buyers, and staged information release—to ensure your truck continues to operate smoothly until the deal is finalized.
"In our first six months with Centergrowth, we secured over $3.5 million in high-quality listings across Florida. One of them received over 40 inquiries in just two days."
Joe Ram
Orlando, FL
@FL Business Brokers
"Within the first two months of partnering with Centergrowth, we secured three business listings in the Phoenix area. Centergrowth has delivered tremendous value."
Dr. Fernando Acosta
Phoenix, AZ
@First Choice Brokers
"Within just two weeks of partnering with Centergrowth, I secured two business listings in my area of Pittsburgh. We're very happy with the results."
Helen Berger
Pittsburgh, PA
@PGHBIZ Business Brokers
"It’s currently the first month of working with Centergrowth, and we’ve already signed our first listing. In addition, they’ve over-delivered on appointments."
Russell Kitzberger
Cincinnati, OH
@CincyCRE
If you are exploring a sale now or in the next few years, your first move should be speaking with someone who understands the trades.
On our first call, we will discuss your revenue mix, fleet status, and exit goals. From there, we will suggest one or more business brokers or M&A advisors who are best positioned to sell your specific type of food truck.
We support Food Truck owners across the United States. Select your state to find local assistance.
Don't see your specific niche listed? We likely still cover it.
Discuss Your IndustryWhether you’re running one high-performing truck or a multi-unit fleet working major venues, we pair you with Food Truck Business Brokers who grasp permit rules, commercial kitchen asset values, and what drives brand equity.
If you’re a broker specializing in food trucks, our business broker lead generation can put more qualified business owners into your pipeline each week.
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