Corporate Profile
Food & Beverage Specialists Since 1978
Bielat Santore & Company specializes chiefly within the restaurant and hospitality industry. Founders Barry Bielat and Richard Santore have sold more restaurants and similar-type properties in New Jersey than any other real estate company.
Broadening the Scope of Commercial Real Estate
We are an agency with a singular focus: the hospitality sector. Since 1978, the Company has sold more restaurants and food & beverage properties than any other agency in New Jersey. Our mission is to deliver the highest level of personalized service and manage each transaction with a global market perspective.
Leadership: The Strategist & The Dealmaker
Barry J. Bielat
The Strategist & Developer
Founder of the boutique concept in 1975. A real estate entrepreneur expert in structuring debt-sensitive transactions and tailoring unique investment strategies to meet uncommon client goals.
Richard R. Santore
The Dealmaker & Technologist
A commercial enterprise leader who leverages 'outside-the-box' thinking to manage sales and acquisitions. Utilizes diversified skills to take the firm to a higher level.
A Mission Built on Relationships
Client Interests
We manage each transaction by placing our clients' interests before our own.
Service & Support
Providing each client with the highest level of personal service.
Relationships
We foster enduring relationships that extend well beyond the completion of the deal.
The Branded Selling Cycle: Preparation & Packaging
1
Evaluation
Assembling required marketing info and formulating financial projections based on actual data to ascertain effective selling price.
2
Visual Assets
Professional photography and videography of the business and property.
3
Positioning
Developing a "features and benefits" list to highlight unique value.
4
Presentation
Creating professional marketing presentations in hard copy and online formats.
Execution: From Matching to Closing
Evaluation
Assembling required marketing info and formulating financial projections based on actual data to ascertain effective selling price.
Visual Assets
Professional photography and videography of the business and property.
Positioning
Developing a "features and benefits" list to highlight unique value.
Presentation
Creating professional marketing presentations in hard copy and online formats.
The Data Advantage & The Art of Confidentiality
The Data Advantage
Selling Smarter and Faster
- Proprietary Database Our proprietary database allows us to segregate properties by specific geographic and operational types, instantly matching listings with qualified real estate investors.
- Digital Hub: 123bsc.com Providing registered clientele with new listings, financing trends, and market data in real-time.
The Art of Confidentiality
Protecting Your Business Value
- Discrete Channels: Marketing channels selected specifically to protect business value.
- Strict Pre-qualification: Screening buyers to limit unnecessary exposure.
- Staff Management: Expert guidance on when and how to inform staff to maintain stability.
The sale of an operating business requires a delicate balance. We perform our marketing efforts in the most confidential manner possible.
Navigating the Complexities of Hospitality
Commercial Real Estate & Business Brokerage
Expert guidance in buying, selling, and leasing.
Feasibility Studies & Investment Analysis
Deep dives into viability.
Debt & Equity Financing
Structuring the capital stack.
Concept Design & Development
From idea to reality.
Market Analysis & Business Valuations
Opinions of fair-market value.
Site Selection & Land Development
Finding the ground for the next big project.
Fueling the Transaction
$500,000,000+
Financing Facilitated
- Commercial Financing
- SBA 7A and 504 Loans
- Hospitality Funding & Private Equity
Expert guidance in structuring debt-sensitive transactions and business valuations that express an opinion of fair-market value for both business and real estate assets.
Beyond Brokerage: Land Development
"We have never failed to obtain an approval."
Seaview Island / Shark River
198 Waterfront Townhouses & 130 Slip Marina ($90M value).
Four Seasons at Millville
614 Active Adult Homes ($185M value).
A Portfolio for Every Palate
Restaurants
Bars
Catering
Hotels
Outdoor Cafe
Golf Courses
Amusements
Marinas
They Don't Get Much Bigger Than This
In response to national restaurant chains' needs, we launched a development division over 30 years ago, procuring entitlements for resort projects and communities.
Shadowbrook Estate, Shrewsbury, NJ
Sold to the Venetian catering group. One of the most significant sales in the firm's history.
Seaview Island / Shark River
Rooney's Oceanfront, Long Branch, NJ
Other Notable Transactions: Moonstruck (Asbury Park), Woody's Ocean Grille (Tinton Falls), Danny's (Red Bank).
Trusted by Industry Leaders
"Richard is a connector and knows how to put deals together… working with Richard Santore has been the absolute smoothest."
Chef David Burke (David Burke Restaurants)
"Mr. Santore remained patient and committed to guiding us to the finish line… He is a skilled negotiator."
Luke Magliaro & Howard Raczkiewicz (Moonstruck)
"They know the key players, understand the market, and get the job done!"
Chris Wood (Wood's Ocean Grille)