Mel Barry-Ferioli is a seasoned restaurant broker and Certified Restaurant Broker® with We Sell Restaurants in Clermont, Florida. With over two decades of sales, sales management, and real estate sales experience, Mel is a consistent multi-million dollar producer known for her ability to close complex transactions with professionalism and precision. A Central Florida resident for more than 40 years, she brings deep local market knowledge and a sharp understanding of restaurant valuation, ownership transitions, and franchise resales. She also previously co-owned with her husband and operated a successful beverage franchise, further strengthening her insight into the operational side of food and hospitality businesses.

Mel has represented a range of high-performing restaurant listings across Central Florida, including a full-service Italian restaurant in Clermont with over $1.1 million in annual sales, a sushi and steakhouse in Orlando with revenues topping $2.1 million, and a variety of niche and franchise food businesses. Her portfolio includes profitable cafés, ice cream shops, and turn-key restaurant concepts across South Lake, West Orange, and West Osceola counties. Whether representing buyers or sellers, Mel delivers tailored guidance backed by national marketing resources and a proven track record in hospitality brokerage.

Deeply committed to her community, Mel actively supports local charities, youth organizations, and initiatives aimed at empowering at-risk populations in Central Florida. She is recognized not only for her strong negotiation and marketing skills but also for her integrity, responsiveness, and client-first approach. Testimonials frequently highlight her ability to simplify the restaurant buying and selling process, with clients noting that her guidance made their experience “stress-free” and ultimately successful. For Mel, every transaction is about more than just closing a deal—it's about helping people achieve their version of the American Dream.