Monterey County, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded restaurant located in a prime location on the Monterey Peninsula. This full-service restaurant has built a loyal customer base and...
California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale
Market Info
Turn-Key Restaurant Opportunity in Excellent Location
2
$1,495,000
Absentee-Run FatBurger Franchise or Bring Your Own Concept
Riverside County, CA
FOR SALE: ABSENTEE Established FATBURGER and Buffalo Express Franchise or Bring your OWN Concept Turnkey Business Opportunity – Prime Location – Proven Profit Growth CASH BUYER ONLY! PROOF OF FUNDS...
3
$249,999
Cash Flow: $500,000
High-End Restaurant in Chino Hills
Chino Hills, CA
Rare opportunity to own high end chinese restaurants! Rare opportunity to own high end Chinese restaurant businesses at Chino Hills . We are offering the opportunity for a new owner to take the reins...
6
$550,000
Prime Location – Turnkey Bubble Tea & Dessert Cafe on Busy Main Street
La Verne, CA
Business Overview Step into a profitable and fully equipped bubble tea and dessert café with a full commercial kitchen, located in the heart of La Verne's student hub. This vibrant, turn-key...
6
$129,000
Turnkey Gongcha Boba tea shop/resstaurant opportunity !
Chino Hills, CA
Great opportunity to own a profitable and established Gong Cha Boba Tea Shop Franchise ! Easy to run business world known Franchise Boba shop, located at a High traffic area. the shop is located at...
4
$200,000
Restaurant for SALE in Miracle Mile!
Los Angeles, CA
Step into a fully-operational restaurant specializing in traditional Eastern European dishes with a modern twist. Key Features: • Fully equipped commercial kitchen and food prep area • Takeout,...
6
$125,000
Cafe i Bayview District of SF
San Francisco, CA
Small Cafe with limited cooking. Has Beer and Wine. Must See!...
$39,500
Restaurant, Loc Loc Loc
San Jose, CA
Beautiful well established Restaurant location in Silicon Valley - San Jose corridor. High end. Great lease, beautiful decor, fantastic location !! Must See!!...
$1,200,000
5 Days Deli in Affluent Coastal Community
Santa Barbara County, CA
Don't miss this rare chance to acquire a well-established deli offering a unique blend of grab-and-go convenience and casual dine-in comfort. Featuring a customer-favorite menu of sandwiches, sushi,...
$198,000
Cash Flow: $124,000
Fast food restaurant for sale in a heavy populated area of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
fast food restaurant in the heart of Los Angeles. close to Korea town. 3rd street & Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, in a heavy populated area ,its fast food approximately 1100 square feet,11 years leas 1...
5
$99,000
Thriving Bar & Nightclub Now Available in San Francisco!
San Francisco, CA
Discover a thriving Bar & Nightclub, established for over 11 years and flourishing post-COVID! With diverse revenue streams, this venue generated $1,165,910 in gross revenue for 2024. Valuable...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $226,213
Profitable Branded Café in Roseville Area
Roseville, CA
We are pleased to offer this long-established and profitable Cafe business in an excellent area! This licensed brand is well known and has an exceptional reputation for its quality menu and great...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
PIZZA RESTAURANT Located on busy Street, connecting two Cities
Norco, CA
Pizza open 7 days, 11am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday to 8:30pm • Offers large variety of choice selections from Specialty Pizza to Meat, Vegetarian, Cheese, Hawaiian Pizza’s • Chicken lovers Favorite...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $115,300
Fantastic Bar and Restaurant Opportunity! Long Time Established!
$297,000
Pacifica, CA
Premium Boutique Charcuterie Restaurant/Catering
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco DRE #02209032 Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 Turnkey boutique restaurant in a prime location | Premium special event catering for corporate, family, and...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $87,865
Paris Baguette - High Volume & Nets $50K Monthly Avg, SBA, Full Staff
Los Angeles County, CA
Top-Producing Paris Baguette Franchise – High-Volume, Turnkey Operation This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-producing Paris Baguette franchise, one of the leading bakery café brands known for...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Umit & Business Broker - Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Serving Kern County, CA
At Ister & Associates Commercial & Business Brokerage, we offer a full range of business services, such as business valuations, business consultation, full services for business buyers and sellers, and commercial real estate sales and purchases with the highest standard of personal and professional integrity. Both buyers and sellers will have access to a business and commercial expert and specialist to get the deal done with the least amount of hassle. We serve all of Central California, where we currently have lots of commercial and business listings throughout the area. In addition, we also have a large network of qualified business buyers, which helps us to market and sell your business faster. Our clients include small and large business owners in different business sectors, such as gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores, Mexican meat markets, hotels, motels, restaurants, bars, and other types of retail stores. We also help investors purchase and sell commercial properties, industrial properties, shopping centers, strip centers, multi-unit apartment complexes, etc. Each transaction is handled with complete confidentiality and integrity. Additionally, we also offer co-ops to other commercial and business brokers with most of our commercial and business listings.
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Food Trailer, High Net, Contract Clients, 2 days.
Los Angeles County, CA
*SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE UP TO 50% WITH 50% DOWN FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS * Exceptional Opportunity: Fully Equipped Food Trailer with Established Contracts This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a...
$169,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Turn Key Restaurant in Prime Location with Beer & Wine License
Half Moon Bay, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Incredible opportunity to own a fully built-out restaurant in a prime location. The sale includes all equipment, tenant improvements,...
$125,000
Well Established Turn-Key Cafe
Fallbrook, CA
Elegant cafe with European flair in beautiful downtown Fallbrook. A local favorite with well established clientele for 22 years. Specializing in soups, salads & sandwiches. All complimented by a wide...
6
$68,000
Beach Hut Deli Established Franchise since 2006 in Natomas, CA
Sacramento, CA
When Troy was 19, he opened a deli near Folsom Lake in Granite Bay, CA. His signature sandwich, the Surfin’ Bird, was created the day he decided to add cream cheese to his classic turkey bacon and...
$250,000
Glendale Historic Bar for Sale
Glendale, CA
Perfect little neighborhood bar, dating back to prohibition! Great clientele & staff. Full line of liquor, no kitchen!! Already a success and fully renovated, this little bar makes for easy extra...
$550,000
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore – Beloved Community Staple for 20+yr
Lake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
Chocolate Dessert Shop
Sacramento, CA
Beloved, high-end chocolate boutique specializing in handcrafted gourmet chocolates, artisanal desserts, and custom gift collections. Located in a prime retail mall the business has built a loyal...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
National Juice Bar Franchise in Orange County
Anaheim Hills, CA
Popular Juice Bar Franchise in Orange County. Prime Location! This popular juice bar is situated in a bustling shopping center with national brands' anchor tenants, ensuring a constant flow of...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $62,514
Deli & Catering Restaurant For Sale
$199,000
San Diego County, CA
Iconic French Basque Restaurant & Historic Hotel
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Seize this rare opportunity to acquire a landmark French Basque restaurant with over 130 years of history and consistent profitability. This turnkey business features multiple banquet halls, 4 private...
$3,898,000
Cash Flow: $389,524
4-Unit Subway Bundle - Prime Locations in Orange County
Anaheim, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, four-unit Subway franchise group in Orange County. With decades of brand equity, consistent cash flow, and semi-absentee operations in place, this bundle...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
Restaurant / family entertainment center
Arroyo Grande, CA
Build your own Burgers and Fries restaurant. Only place that offers 10 types of french-fries and an assortment of toppings to put on both the hamburgers and french-fries. been open 2 1/2 years and it...
6
$210,000
Milk Tea/Coffee & Mochi Donut Store
Palo Alto, CA
An elegantly decorated and modern shop specializing in handcrafted milk teas/coffee and freshly made mochi donuts. The store offers a wide range of flavorful bubble tea to fruity green tea...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Cole's French Dip
Los Angeles, CA
Oldest restaurant in Los Angeles that was established in 1908. After a $1.6 million restoration in 2008, Cole's French Dip was once again revived. This classic restaurant and bar continues with a cool...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $1,756,560
High Volume Chicken Wing Restaurant-Help Run
Los Angeles County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable chicken wing restaurant located in a high-traffic area of Los Angeles County. Known for its bold flavors, loyal customer...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $223,000
Brewery and Winery For Sale
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Internationally recognized brewery with cozy taproom. Focusing on specialty products has allowed us opportunities for export, in addition to local sales. Over $300k in inventory ready for sale and...
6
$250,000
Neighborhood Cafe with European Flair
Santa Monica, CA
Established Cafe in Santa Monica offering Specialty Coffee and Tea beverages. Serving light food and shipped in Pastries and Desserts and Cookies. Open 7am until 2pm every day except Sundays. Owner...
5
$90,000
Turnkey, Full-Service Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully turnkey, design-forward New American restaurant in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods. This chef-driven concept is known...
$299,000
Cold Stone Creamery
Yuba City, CA
Step into a sweet and profitable business venture with Cold Stone Creamery, one of the most recognized names in premium ice cream. This exciting opportunity offers aspiring entrepreneurs or seasoned...
6
$699,000
13 Year Established/Profitable Hot Pot Restaurant For Sale, Irvine, CA
$800,000
Irvine, CA
Popular Type 47 Restaurant Bar w Live Music & Tobacco License
Pomona, CA
Type 47 liquor license, live music, and outdoor tobacco license. Located in Old Twon Pomona, this 5000 sq ft space features booth seating, dance floor, bar, state of the art sound system, DJ and...
$550,000
Gourmet Cookie - Add Coffee / Boba / shakes
Mission Viejo, CA
Add coffee / Boba / shakes or sandwiches , Bagels to make more money to this Gourmet cookie store next to a national supermarket , corner location with lots of parking. Every car entering the shopping...
$74,999
Popular Pizza Franchise in Great Location with $200K in Assets!
Los Angeles County, CA
Popular and fun filled pizza restaurant for the whole family located in the South Bay of Los Angeles! This is a popular pizza franchise that has been established in this community for over 50 years!...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $130,998
Fast Food Restaurant - Short Hours - 100% Employee Run
Thousand Oaks, CA
Fast Food Restaurant, well-established, short hours, 100% absentee owned and employee operated, very desirable and upscale Thousand Oaks area. Please note, that this restaurant is located on a major...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $96,788
Popular Microbrewery and Restaurant with Type 23 ABC License
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This full-service brewery and restaurant was established in 1999 and is loved by its loyal customer base for its high-quality food,...
$179,000
"FRANCHISE IN A BOX"....An Exceptional Opportunity !
Los Angeles County, CA
ESTABLISHED Turnkey Fast Casual JAPANESE RESTAURANT.... Purchase price includes the Franchise Rights to Seven (7) existing locations in LA County. Including The Main Corporate Store serving as the...
$700,000
Beautiful turn key Ice cream & shaved ice business
Ventura County, CA
Business Highlights: • High Traffic Location – Situated in a busy street with strong neighboring anchors and consistent customer flow. • Proven Concept – Offers a trendy, in-demand menu with wide...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $123,000
La Brasserie
La Quinta, CA
La Brasserie Bistro & Bar is an authentic French bistro that juxtaposes sophistication, charm, and casualness with a high-energy environment. Customers keep returning for their authentic style and...
2
$650,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
Kurt Ecclefield
Real Estate Places
Serving Riverside County, CA
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Indian Restaurant, Free Standing Building, Can Convert Berkeley, CA
Berkeley, CA
A well-established Indian and Pakistani restaurant is available for sale on a busy street in Berkeley, California, located among commercial and residential properties. This prime location is within...
3
$149,000
Midtown Arts District Bar - ABC Type 48
Sacramento, CA
We are pleased to offer this popular Full Liquor Bar with a top notch location in the vibrant Midtown dining and arts district. This bar is a turn-key opportunity offered with the current...
$275,000
*****PRICE REDUCTION $275K-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
$275,000
San Diego, CA
Beautiful Restaurant
Oceanside, CA
Masters Kitchen & Cocktail presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established American restaurant in the heart of Oceanside, CA. Operating successfully since 2014, this beautiful...
3
$500,000
Profitable Bar & Grill with Full Liquor
Folsom, CA
Here’s an opportunity to own a profitable and established neighborhood Bar & Grill in a desirable Folsom location. This appealing Bar & Grill, with its comfortable modern interior, offers patrons a...
$629,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Round Table Pizza
San Diego County, CA
Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™” for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend and gold-standard ingredients topped to the edge. Customers...
$830,000
Cash Flow: $197,459
Front of University Riverside. Great income & Price !
Riverside, CA
Food court of UCR . Traffic guaranteed. Owner directly work, Great income . By owners health condition, Asking low price for sale. Main Menu is Shabu Japanese style developed as a quick service Fast...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Turn-Key Casual Sushi Dining and Takeout Restaurant in Prime Location
Salinas, CA
Step into ownership with this turn-key casual dining and takeout restaurant specializing in sushi, soups, poke bowls, and boba drinks located in Monterey County. The restaurant offers a dining area...
$299,000
Hip Late Night Pizzeria in Downtown Chico
Chico, CA
Are you ready to take the reins of a hot, in-demand pizzeria that already boasts a loyal customer base and a rock-solid reputation? This is your chance to own a turnkey business with high visibility,...
6
$125,000
Cash Flow: $48,000
Popular, Absentee Restaurant in Prime Location – San Diego
San Diego, CA
Popular Beer & Wine Bar and Restaurant in Prime Location – San Diego Rent: $7,662/month + $1,490 (Common Area) + $1,600 (Property Tax) + $136 (Insurance) Lease Terms: 4 years remaining, with an option...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $79,974
Buy or Sell a Restaurant Business in California
Food and restaurant businesses are among the most common businesses bought and sold on BizBuySell. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is helpful to have some context on the local market. To provide that context, we have analyzed restaurant for sale listings in California and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
1,825 |
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Median Asking Price |
$282,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$660,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$120,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Restaurant Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.29 |
1.91 |
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Median |
0.42 |
2.50 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.60 |
3.33 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Restaurant Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant in California?
The median asking price for restaurants in California is $282,000. However, prices can range significantly higher or lower depending on location, size, type, and the financial health of the business.
How much do restaurant owners earn?
The median reported discretionary earnings for restaurant businesses listed for sale in California is $120,000. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How are restaurants in California valued?
Most business owners (and buyers) will start by applying earnings and revenue multiples to the businesses reported financials. This way buyers and sellers can gauge the value of a restaurant business relative to its peers in the market.
Based on our most recent analysis of California restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.29 to 0.60, with the median at 0.42. Earnings multiples range from 1.91 to 3.33, with the median at 2.50. This means restaurants in California are valued, on average, around 0.42 times annual revenue, and/or 2.50 times annual owner earnings.
On average, businesses sell for about 80-90% of asking price, so valuation multiples based on active listings tend to be higher than closed sale multiples.
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