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Restaurant for Sale in Dubai: Listings, Prices and How to Buy (2026)

Restaurant for Sale in Dubai: Listings, Prices and How to Buy (2026)

Short answer: You can find restaurants for sale in Dubai on BusinessFinder.me. Owners there list running restaurants in areas such as Deira, Al Karama, JVC, Al Barsha and International City, at asking prices from about AED 300,000 to over AED 1,000,000. Before you buy, check the tenancy contract (Ejari), the trade licence, Dubai Municipality food approvals and at least 6 to 12 months of verified sales.

Restaurant dining room in Dubai
A running restaurant’s price includes the location, the fit-out, the approvals and the goodwill.

Which restaurants are for sale in Dubai right now?

These restaurants were listed on BusinessFinder.me when we checked on 19 October 2026. The prices are the sellers’ asking prices and may change: Compare current kiosk listings in Dubai before you decide.

Browse all well-running restaurants for sale in Dubai, or the wider businesses for sale category.

What types of restaurants are sold in Dubai?

  • Neighbourhood restaurants in residential areas such as Al Karama, International City and Al Nahda, relying on locals and delivery.
  • Mall and community restaurants with higher footfall, and usually higher rent and service charges.
  • Cuisine-led restaurants (Arabic, Indian, Pakistani, Filipino, Chinese and others) with a loyal customer base.
  • Delivery-focused restaurants and cloud kitchens, with small or no dining areas. See our guide to cloud kitchens for sale in Dubai.

What should I check before buying a restaurant in Dubai?

AreaWhat to verify
Trade licenceA valid licence from Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) with a restaurant activity, the legal form and the owners
LeaseEjari contract, yearly rent, remaining term, service charges and the landlord’s consent to transfer
Food safetyDubai Municipality food establishment approval, recent inspection grades, and staff health and food-safety certificates
Other permitsAny extra permits the business relies on, such as outdoor seating, signage or shisha, and whether they transfer to you
FinancialsPOS reports, delivery-app statements, bank statements, supplier invoices and VAT returns
StaffContracts, visa status and end-of-service gratuity owed under UAE labour law
KitchenCondition of the hood and exhaust, grease trap, gas system, fire suppression, chillers and cooking equipment
LiabilitiesFines, unpaid bills, supplier debts and post-dated cheques. Agree in the contract who pays them

How are restaurant prices set in Dubai?

Asking prices usually combine the value of the fit-out and equipment, the key money for the location, and the goodwill from existing sales. Base your offer on verified monthly profit and the remaining lease term. A restaurant with a long, affordable lease and steady profit can be worth more than a newer fit-out in a weak location. If the business is VAT-registered, ask your adviser whether the sale can be treated as a transfer of a going concern under Federal Tax Authority rules. Our cafeteria for sale in Deira Dubai guide explains the details.

How do I buy a restaurant in Dubai step by step?

  1. Shortlist restaurants on BusinessFinder.me and visit them at busy and quiet times.
  2. Sign an MoU that sets out the price, the deposit, what is included and the deadlines.
  3. Complete due diligence using the checklist above, ideally with an accountant and a lawyer.
  4. Get the landlord’s written consent and register the new lease on Ejari.
  5. Transfer ownership through DET. The official request to amend a trade licence service covers owner and partner changes. Alternatively, set up a new licence.
  6. Update the Dubai Municipality approvals, utilities (DEWA) and staff visas.
  7. Pay the balance against signed transfer documents, then take over the stock and the keys.

Our full guide on how to buy a business in Dubai explains each step. If you want to sell your restaurant, see where to sell a business in Dubai or post your ad.

Key takeaways

  • Running restaurants in Dubai are currently listed on BusinessFinder.me from about AED 300,000 to AED 1,200,000.
  • The lease, the licence and the food approvals matter as much as the fit-out.
  • Value the restaurant on verified profit and the remaining lease, not the asking price alone.
  • Ownership changes on Dubai mainland are made through DET’s trade licence amendment service.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find a restaurant for sale in Dubai?

BusinessFinder.me lists running restaurants for sale in Dubai with asking prices in AED. Areas include Deira, Al Karama, JVC, Al Barsha and International City, and you can contact sellers directly.

How much does a running restaurant cost in Dubai?

On 19 October 2026, restaurants on BusinessFinder.me were listed at asking prices from about AED 300,000 to AED 1,200,000. The price depends on location, lease, fit-out and profit.

What licence does a restaurant need in Dubai?

A mainland restaurant needs a trade licence with a restaurant activity from the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), plus Dubai Municipality food safety approvals.

How is restaurant ownership transferred in Dubai?

On the mainland, owners or partners are changed through DET’s trade licence amendment service. The lease is transferred with landlord consent and registered on Ejari.

Can I sell my restaurant online in Dubai?

Yes. You can list it on BusinessFinder.me with the price, location, photos and details, and interested buyers will contact you.

Last updated: 19 October 2026

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