Business Overview

This profitable, long-established seafood restaurant is located in one of Tampa’s highest-traffic districts, benefiting from a powerful mix of residents, office workers, and year-round tourists. The surrounding area continues to undergo major redevelopment, further increasing foot traffic and long-term customer demand. The restaurant has been intentionally operated at a moderate pace, leaving significant upside for a new owner without requiring major additional investment.

The immediate trade area skews toward adults ages 25–44 with stable incomes and a strong appetite for local dining. Signature shrimp and seafood dishes perform extremely well on social media, helping drive repeat visits and organic online visibility.

The business is fully equipped, fully staffed, and fully operational—ready for a seamless transition.
Key Investment Highlights

Qualifies for E-2 Visa — Proven track record: the owner’s father held an E-2 visa for years through this same business.

Prime Tampa Location on one of the city's most recognized main streets with excellent visibility and heavy foot traffic.

Access to Major Attractions:
Downtown Tampa: ~1.5–2 miles
Tampa International Airport (TPA): ~9–10 miles
Port Tampa Bay / Cruise Terminals: ~1.5–2 miles
10+ Years Established with strong financial performance, brand recognition, and loyal repeat customers.
Supports Two Families — Demonstrates consistent, stable income.

Outstanding Online Presence:
2,000+ social media followers
3,000+ Google & Yelp reviews combined
Featured in Tampa Magazine as one of the city’s “Freshest Seafood” spots

Fully Maintained Equipment:
Comprehensive equipment list available
Photos of kitchen and dining room
One cooler and freezer are brand new
All equipment is in excellent working condition.

Strong Delivery & Online Integration:
Active on Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Sauce
Website includes e-gift cards, hiring, and online ordering
POS system prepared for loyalty programs, catering, and more.

Licenses & Compliance:

Active Beer & Wine license
Clean health inspection history
Potential to upgrade to full liquor license.

Facilities:
The restaurant features a full commercial kitchen, indoor dining area, and modern systems easily capable of supporting increased volume. The operation includes:
Well-maintained equipment
Brand new cooler and freezer
Fully integrated POS system
Established delivery platform connections
Equipment lists available upon request
No major upgrades are needed to scale operations.

Growth Opportunities:
A new owner can expand revenue through several immediate pathways:
Increase delivery and takeout via targeted digital promotions
Add catering, office lunches, and family-style trays. Extend operating hours, including later evenings and Sundays
Launch seasonal specials, loyalty programs, and community partnerships
Pursing a full liquor license to increase average ticket value
Leverage the massive neighborhood redevelopment to attract new residents, tourists, and professionals
The kitchen, staff, and systems already support higher volumes, no major investment required.

Marketing & Online Presence:

Current marketing efforts include Facebook, Instagram, and strong Google visibility. High-quality seafood dishes regularly generate strong engagement and repeat visits. The brand also enjoys excellent online reviews and consistent word-of-mouth referrals.
With stronger social media advertising, influencer partnerships, and enhanced digital targeting, the business can expand significantly.

Training & Transition:
Two weeks of hands-on training at no extra cost, additional post-transition support, 25-mile, five-year non-compete to protect the buyer’s investment.

Reason for Sale:
The sale is purely personal and lifestyle-related, tied to a military family relocation.

Confidentiality:
Name, exact address, and detailed financials will only be provided to serious, pre-qualified buyers who sign an NDA and complete a short buyer profile.