

Dave Whitcomb is a distinguished Certified Restaurant Broker and the Franchise Partner for Lee and Collier Counties. With over 30 years of extensive experience in the restaurant industry, Dave has excelled in various roles, including Culinary Director, Executive Chef, and General Manager. He successfully owned and operated an award winning, full-service restaurant in Santa Clara, California, before moving to Florida to dedicate himself to restaurant brokerage.
Licensed by the Florida Real Estate Commission as a Real Estate Broker, Dave has also achieved the prestigious designation of Certified Restaurant Broker, a title awarded to only a select few nationwide. He graduated with Honors from Johnson & Wales University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Service Management, complemented by an Associate degree in Culinary Arts—his first passion.
Dave's comprehensive knowledge of the industry spans critical operational areas, including team recruitment and leadership, financial management (P&L, sales, and expense oversight), and innovative marketing strategies encompassing public relations, advertising, and social media. He has a proven track record of successfully selling countless restaurants in the Lee and Collier markets.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dave is deeply committed to community service. He actively supports local initiatives, including the Harry Chapin Food Bank and the athletics programs at his nieces’ schools. Additionally, he serves on the state board of directors for the BBF (Business Brokers of Florida) as a Broker at large for the Southwest Florida chapter.
With his diverse expertise and unwavering commitment to community involvement, Dave is perfectly positioned to meet the unique needs of the Naples, Florida market, particularly in Lee and Collier Counties, which currently lacks a qualified, specialized, exclusively restaurant-focused business broker.

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“We had a wonderful experience working with David. He was professional, responsive, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. His communication was excellent, and we truly appreciated his ability to keep things moving while making what could have been a stressful experience feel manageable. We are very grateful for his guidance and would absolutely recommend him to others. Thank you, David!”




Experienced operators found the turnkey restaurant they wanted, and David Whitcomb helped the seller make his next move.




"Dave is an excellent restaurant broker. He was very professional and responsive. He persevered and guided me through the entire process. This is the second time I have worked with Dave. First time was on an acquisition and second time on the sale of my pizzeria. He's very knowledgeable about the industry and a pleasure to work with."




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“Dave is an excellent restaurant broker. He was very professional and responsive. He persevered and guided me through the entire process. This is the second time I have worked with Dave. First time was on an acquisition and second time on the sale of my pizzeria. He's very knowledgeable about the industry and a pleasure to work with.”




David Whitcomb helped a Cape Coral restaurant owner secure a timely exit by matching the proven second-generation space with an experienced 26-unit franchise operator.




"It was a pleasure working with Dave! His knowledge of the industry and assistance were very important to complete our transaction. Thank you Dave!"




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“Working with Dave was great! He guided me through every step of selling our restaurant with professionalism, expertise, and outstanding communication.”




"Dave is the best broker you could ask for to do your business transaction. We thank him for helping us selling our business. Absolute 5 stars"





"David is amazing, he represented us on buyer side for one deal and seller on other deal. We were able to successfully closed both. Very professional and experienced. If you are looking to buy or sell restaurant best person to reach out."







"We had an amazing experience working with Dave Whitcomb at We Sell Restaurants. From the very beginning, Dave was incredibly responsive, professional, and knowledgeable. He kept us informed every step of the way and made the entire business acquisition process smooth and stress-free. Every question we had was answered thoroughly and promptly, and it was clear that Dave genuinely cared about helping us make the right decision. If you’re buying or selling a restaurant, we highly recommend Dave Whitcomb—he’s outstanding at what he does!"




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