Top Restaurants Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

704

Active Firms

19,114

TTM Deal Inquiries

$3M-$16M

Core Revenue Range

$600K-$3M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 14%

California 12%

Texas 12%

New York 7%

New Jersey 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Phoenix Lake Partners

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Phoenix Lake partners with founders to build resilient businesses, prioritizing their legacy, empowering employees, and delivering long-term value for all stakeholders through strategic capital and operational collaboration.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Daniel Osit

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Operating a personal holdco in the food, retail, pet care, and family entertainment space. We also focus on commercial real estate and typically own the property and buildings along with operating businesses.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Cummings Holdings

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Acquire and operate businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We are well capitalized, with meaningful experience in acquisitions, operations, and partnering with management teams. We take a long-term approach and focus on building sustainable, high-performing businesses.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Anothen Investments LLC

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My business partner and I have worked in healthcare operations for our careers. He has achieved significant success as a real estate investor in addition to the operations and is looking to diversify his portfolio with additional businesses. I will act as the operating partner for the any transactions, but we are open on industry as well as equity involvement with in-place ownership. Quality teams and values matter as much as the financials in our analysis.

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Solas Capital

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We are a company that is buying companies from owner operators and turning them into absentee owned businesses. We focus on processes and growth to put management in place and then turn around and sell the business at a higher multiple to the next party.

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SLB Capital Group

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Strategic Liquidity Without Operational Disruption:SLB Capital Group uses sale leasebacks as a strategic tool to advance resilient businesses. Repurchase options ensure defined paths to re-own their real estate, unlocking cost-efficient capital while preserving long-term property control.Generally speaking our investment criteria is private for non-investment grade companies, $10M+ in revenue and 25+ employees that could benefit from the bifurcation of the business and real property that meet the characteristics below: Owns Mission-Critical Real EstateProperties used for operations,…

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EZJ Advisory

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I’m an experienced healthcare CEO, investor, and board member with a proven track record of building and scaling businesses across multiple verticals in the healthcare ecosystem — including dental, med spa, assisted living, and medical coding.My focus is on acquiring and growing high-quality healthcare businesses with strong operational foundations, loyal patient bases, and clear opportunities for technology enablement or process optimization.Having led and advised organizations ranging from clinical operations to AI-driven software and automation, I bring both operational depth and a…

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West Bluff Partners

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West Bluff Partners isn’t just a private equity firm. It’s a network of investors, operators, and advisors, dedicated to partnering with business owners and management teams to achieve their goals.We focus exclusively on Upstate New York, providing lower middle-market companies with not just unique capital solutions, but also world-class operational and financial support.Whether you’re a business owner looking to exit, a management team seeking ownership, or a company looking to grow, we want to help.

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KEYSTONE ACQUISITIONS LLC

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Francis MuralidharanFounder & Managing PrincipalFrancis Muralidharan is an accomplished entrepreneur and seasoned investor with deep expertise in acquiring, scaling, and optimizing profitable businesses across diverse sectors. With over 15 years of experience as a founder, educator, and business consultant, Francis leverages strategic financing techniques—including asset-based lending, seller financing, and consulting-for-equity deals—to structure creative acquisitions and facilitate seamless ownership transitions.As the founder of Tutors for Charity LLC and Avocado Brand, Francis has…

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Lozynski Advisory

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Lozynski Advisory is a founder-led firm focused on acquiring and operating a high-quality small business in the lower middle market. We target companies with recurring revenue, strong margins, and long-term growth potential—particularly in accounting, financial services, or B2B verticals. Led by a CPA, CFA, and Booth MBA with experience scaling finance functions and providing Fractional CFO services, we bring hands-on operational expertise, disciplined execution, and a long-term commitment to stewardship.

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Positive Risk Holdings

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Pioneer a strategy focused on long-term value creation by committing to high-quality companies with robust management teams and actively fostering their development and expansion. We are committed to delivering superior results for investors, shareholders, partners, and operators, all while prioritizing risk management and capital preservation.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Redwood Enterprises Holdings LLC

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Redwood Enterprises is a strategic investment firm dedicated to acquiring and operating established, high-quality businesses with strong fundamentals and meaningful growth potential.We are industry agnostic, focusing on companies that demonstrate:$1M–$5M annual EBITDA (flexible for exceptional opportunities)Stable, recurring or predictable cash flowsDefensible market positionsClear opportunities for value creation through professionalization, process optimization, digital transformation, and disciplined scalingWe target profitable platforms with proven track records and strong potential for…

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Bedford Falls Group

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The Bedford Falls Group is a search fund seeking to buy a single exceptional business and guide this business through its next chapter. The Bedford Falls Group is led by Zach Blatt who brings experience as the founder of the software company RightBid which has produced over 250 custom internet research reports to assist leading consulting and private equity firms on M&A diligence. The Bedford Falls Group is targeting software, professional services, financial services, and real estate related businesses with up to $5mm in EBITDA with a preference for businesses in New England. Learn more…

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American Growth Partners

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AGP is a team of investor-operators based in Northern California. We each spent the past decade in financial services, including investment banking and private equity at a $4B+ AUM investment fund. At AGP, we’re applying the same growth strategies we developed as investors to small and mid-sized businesses. We target investments in services and industrial companies with $1M+ of EBITDA. AGP Website: https://american-gp.com/

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Boudrow Capital

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Managing Partner, Boudrow Capital LLCIndependent acquirer focused on buying and operating B2B service businesses with recurring revenue in New England. Background in sales and revenue operations at high-growth tech companies, now applied to modernizing traditional service businesses for long-term ownership.Professional BackgroundKlaviyo (Employee #9): Early sales hire during the company's foundational growth phase. Built initial sales processes and customer acquisition workflows at what became a $9B+ public company (NYSE: KVYO).Metrilo (Sales Director): Led sales for an e-commerce analytics…

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Realty Interests, LLC

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Realty Interests is a private investment firm focused on acquiring a small to medium sized business. We plan to keep existing management and team in place after the transaction and focusing on growth opportunities.

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Wisconsin River Partners

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Preserve and grow the legacy of the sellerDeliver greater returns through long-term holds of value acquisitions in WisconsinAchieve greater impact on all stakeholders: communities, employees, customers & owners

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F5 Management, LLC

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Seeking acquisition or partnership in service-based businesses in Southeast US ($1-$10mm). Cash-flow positive companies preferred. Open to fractional leadership roles, capital partnership, or full acquisition depending on owner goals.

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Soni Investment Group

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I am a hands-on operator and former CFO who specializes in stepping into complex, underperforming, or operationally challenged businesses and driving stabilization, performance recovery, and long-term value creation.My background includes senior finance and operational leadership roles at publicly traded companies ranging from approximately $3B to $10B in revenue, as well as a private-equity–backed company (~$1B in revenue). Across these environments, I have led large-scale business transformations, including EBITDA recovery initiatives, cash-flow stabilization, organizational and…

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Open Field Capital

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I grew up in St. Louis and spent my career in lower-middle-market private equity, focused on acquiring and growing founder-owned businesses across the Midwest. My goal is to acquire one well-run business, preserve what makes it great, and build a durable Midwest platform over time.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Firms in the Restaurants Independent Sponsors directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Restaurants Independent Sponsors is $3M-$16M, with a core EBITDA range of $600K-$3M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Consumer Services experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 704 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Consumer Services.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Restaurants Independent Sponsors directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Consumer Services, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Independent Sponsors with experience in Consumer Services, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 704 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Restaurants Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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