Locally Sauced - Best of Maine BBQ and vibrant South American cuisine
Business Description
Locally Sauced is a well-established restaurant and catering business located in the heart of Yarmouth, Maine, offering a unique blend of Maine BBQ and vibrant South American-inspired cuisine. Known for its scratch-made tacos, burritos, BBQ plates, burgers, house-made hot sauces, and craft cocktails, the restaurant has built a strong reputation for high-quality food, creative flavors, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
What began as a small burrito cart evolved into a successful catering company before expanding into its current brick-and-mortar location. The business has developed a loyal customer following through years of consistent service, locally sourced ingredients, and a distinctive culinary identity that sets it apart within the Southern Maine restaurant market.
In addition to dine-in service, Locally Sauced offers established catering operations capable of servicing everything from small private gatherings to weddings and events of 200+ guests. The business also benefits from multiple complementary revenue streams, including branded bottled hot sauces, grab-and-go cocktails, merchandise, gift cards, and a recurring Mug Club membership program that drives customer retention and repeat business.
The restaurant operates from an attractive and highly visible Yarmouth location with indoor dining, outdoor seating, a full bar, and ample parking. With a proven concept, strong brand identity, loyal customer base, and multiple avenues for continued growth, Locally Sauced represents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator or hospitality group seeking an established and highly regarded Maine restaurant business.
What began as a small burrito cart evolved into a successful catering company before expanding into its current brick-and-mortar location. The business has developed a loyal customer following through years of consistent service, locally sourced ingredients, and a distinctive culinary identity that sets it apart within the Southern Maine restaurant market.
In addition to dine-in service, Locally Sauced offers established catering operations capable of servicing everything from small private gatherings to weddings and events of 200+ guests. The business also benefits from multiple complementary revenue streams, including branded bottled hot sauces, grab-and-go cocktails, merchandise, gift cards, and a recurring Mug Club membership program that drives customer retention and repeat business.
The restaurant operates from an attractive and highly visible Yarmouth location with indoor dining, outdoor seating, a full bar, and ample parking. With a proven concept, strong brand identity, loyal customer base, and multiple avenues for continued growth, Locally Sauced represents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator or hospitality group seeking an established and highly regarded Maine restaurant business.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 13
- Employees
- 10 (5 Full-time, 5 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- Large Equipment Smoker
Oven/Flat Top COmbo Single Fryer Refrigeration BOH
Ice Machine
Double Drawer Fridge
Small Stainless Feeezer
Chest Freezer
Sandwich Cooler
Stand Up Warmer
Warmers
Hot Plates
Blenders, Robo coupe, hand mixer
Bar
Six Tap Kegerator Double Door Beer Fridge Double Tap kegerator Ice Well
Triple Bay Sink
2 Single Bay Sinks
Small Wares
Glass Ware
Storage racks
Sails and decorations
Small Items Dishware Cookeware Misc. Cooking
Catering Dishes and Platters Tables and chairs
Tvs
Vehicles
Camera light/ tri-pod - Website
- https://www.locallysaucedme.com/#our-story
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Locally Sauced is strategically positioned within a small but affluent community and stands as one of the only restaurants in the area specializing in South American cuisine. Over the years, the business has cultivated a strong and loyal local following, supported by consistent growth. Notably, the restaurant demonstrated resilience and stability throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, when many comparable establishments struggled or ceased operations entirely. Dining options within the surrounding market remain relatively limited, despite a population base capable of supporting additional restaurant concepts. Locally Sauced has successfully served the community for many years, establishing proven demand for its offerings through sustained revenue performance and a longstanding reputation for high-quality South American cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients. The lack of direct competition in this niche further strengthens the business’s market position and long-term growth potential.
- Opportunities for Growth
- In addition to its successful day-to-day brick-and-mortar operations, Locally Sauced has developed a consumer packaged goods segment, including grab-and-go cocktails and bottled hot sauces. The business also generates revenue through catering services for private events and gatherings.
The company presents meaningful upside potential for a new owner seeking to expand the reach of the hot sauce brand through increased retail distribution and broader market exposure. Additional growth opportunities exist through the continued expansion of the catering division, as well as the potential development of food truck operations and other mobile or off-site revenue channels.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,650
- Rent
- $3,547.00 per month
About the Sale
- Transition Support
- Owners will offer a consulting period following the sale of the business - to be negotiated.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2508498
- Listing Views
Business Location
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