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California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale

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Seafood Boil Restaurant for Sale in Downtown Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

Established in 2023. Generated $650k in annual revenue in 2024. Located in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, perfect location for Seafood Boil concept. This turnkey operation has built a remarkable...

$80,000

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$80,000

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Three Fatburger restaurant package for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Well establish Hamburger chain in Southern California and four other surrounding states, most locations also have the Buffalo Express Wings as well. Great opportunity to join the FatBrand Family...

$1,495,000

$1,495,000

Popular Quick-Service Restaurant Near USC Campus

Los Angeles, CA

Established in July 2023, this 800 SF thriving quick-service restaurant near the USC campus has quickly become a local favorite among the young student crowd. With annual sales of approximately...

$180,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

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$180,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Tremendous Location Coffee Shop

Alameda, CA

This coffee shop has been operating for over 5 years. They sell premium coffee, tea, pastries and soft ice cream. There are over 40,000 vehicles that pass by the shop on a daily basis. Located on a...

$150,000

$150,000

*****PRICE REDUCTION $275K-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****

San Diego, CA

A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...

$275,000

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$275,000

Frozen Yogurt Business

Ventura County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Frozen Yogurt and Boba Tea shop located in a busy Ventura County shopping center. Operating successfully in the same location for over 13...

$465,000

Cash Flow: $158,000

$465,000

Cash Flow: $158,000

Restaurant for Sale – Brentwood

Brentwood, CA

Spacious dining area with seating capacity for 108 guests Fully equipped kitchen with Type 1 hood Located in a well-established area with stable customer base and convenient parking Turnkey...

$100,000

$100,000

Pick Up Pizza Nets $140,000, $200,000 Dn. Owner Fin. rent 1,368/mo

Bakersfield, CA

Established 2004. Shows well clean throughout. Present owner lives 7 hours away. Present manager has been with the store for about 3 years being paid $34,220 yr. Manager left several months ago... The...

$340,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

$340,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!

Monterey County, CA

Great opportunity to own a growing, established, and very popular pizza restaurant. The pizza restaurant is located on the main busy street/highway next to an AutoMall. High visibility and great...

$199,000

$199,000

Two Turnkey Turlock Restaurants For Sale!

Turlock, CA

Rare opportunity to own two thriving, income-generating restaurant businesses operating under one beautifully designed roof in the heart of Turlock. Just minutes from schools and college dorms,...

$495,000

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$495,000

High-Volume Coastal Restaurant with ABC Type 47 License

Monterey County, CA

This full-service restaurant has a long-standing reputation for quality dining, a loyal customer base, and a unique location. Featuring a spacious dining area, an ABC Type 47 license, a full kitchen,...

$2,395,000

Cash Flow: $670,000

$2,395,000

Cash Flow: $670,000

PROFITABLE Coffee , Boba , Dessert shop, Hillcrest , San Diego, CA

San Diego, CA

Seize the opportunity to own a profitable dessert and beverage shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego—one of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods in the city. Known for its high foot...

$128,000

Cash Flow: $91,630

$128,000

Cash Flow: $91,630

Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale

Fremont, CA

Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale Prime Location • Located in a busy area of Fremont, surrounded by large residential communities with steady foot traffic. • Right off the I-680 freeway...

$150,000

5

$150,000

Authentic Sichuan-Style Hotpot Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights

Rowland Heights, CA

Established in 2019, this all-you-can-eat Sichuan hotpot restaurant has quickly become a local favorite. Known for its authentic flavors, unique interior design, and welcoming atmosphere, the...

$228,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

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$228,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

Felizardo Gaxiola

First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team

Serving Riverside County, CA

First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the accessibility and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers and the largest inventory of businesses available for sale. Our Inland Empire team will help you thru all the steps to sell or buy a business as a part of your business plan. We are a brokerage firm that will guide you from a business valuation to each milestone of the process and back you up as a legal shield avoiding risks and becoming your negotiator for this new lifetime decision. In summary, if you have a business you would like to sell or are ready to buy a business, the First Choice Inland Empire team would be proud to be your “First Choice” for buyer or seller representation, we genuinely care and understand the plans you have for YOU and your loved ones. We create opportunities for people: The Business Brokerage core business is actually a “people business” first and foremost, and we understand this. We create business opportunities that deliver value for people’s life. We are experts on the process: With a combination of business finance, marketing and operations, we highlight the real value that business buyers and sellers’ demand. From initial strategic exit planning through valuation, acquisition and marketing to closing the deal. Structuring, negotiating and closing deals: Our transactions are life-changing for the business owners, their families and employees. We understand the “psychology of the deal” and the emotions that come with it. We manage all the implications so you can experience a smooth process. It’s about knowing the true value of your company: We understand your business and its true value in order to present the opportunity to strategic buyers that are looking for your specific true value, and therefore willing to pay more. Formulation of the right strategy involves experience.

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Well Established Ice Supply Business with Land and Building For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Compton, CA

Amazing and thriving business that has been in the community for over 55 years. It is located at the corner of a busy thoroughfare. is constantly growing and is doing better than ever. Most of the...

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

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$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Rare Opportunity: Well-Loved Dessert Business Up for Grabs!

Concord, CA

Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...

$178,000

3

$178,000

Busy Pizza Restaurant in a great location

Los Angeles, CA

Discover a fantastic opportunity to own a thriving pizza restaurant! This well-established eatery boasts a loyal customer base, a prime location with high foot traffic, and a delicious menu featuring...

$140,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

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$140,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Multi Units Papa John Pizza Restaurants

Anaheim, CA

Papa John Pizza Franchise Multi Units Restaurant PAPA JOHN'S Pizza Franchise business for sale There are Multi Units Papa John Pizza Restaurants Available to Purchase as a Package , PAPA JOHNS is the...

$650,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Mediterranean Restaurant | Prime Southern California Market

San Bernardino County, CA

Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-performing Mediterranean restaurant franchise in Southern California's dynamic market. This turnkey operation combines authentic cuisine with modern...

$850,000

$850,000

Asian Bar And Grill Coastal San Diego Location

San Diego County, CA

Step into this thriving Chinese tapas bar, a local favorite known for its handcrafted dumplings, vibrant small plates, and creative cocktails. Guests return again and again for the flavors, the...

$449,000

Cash Flow: $197,653

$449,000

Cash Flow: $197,653

Modern Absentee-Run Pizza Franchise

Riverside, CA

Take over a fully rebuilt and modernized Pizza Guys franchise that operates 100% absentee! This location was purchased from a closed Papa John’s in 2023–2024 and completely remodeled from the ground...

$289,000

Cash Flow: $65,916

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$289,000

Cash Flow: $65,916

Pizza Restaurant - Very Attractive, 100% Emp Run - Beer & Wine

Norwalk, CA

Great opportunity to own an attractive, 100% absentee owned, pizza restaurant with beer & wine(ABC-Type 41) license. Please note, that this attractive business with ample seating capacity attracts...

$495,000

Cash Flow: $222,264

$495,000

Cash Flow: $222,264

Maker of Gourmet “Food Service Baklava” that Wholesales

San Diego County, CA

Founded in 2022, the businesses mission was to make a gourmet “food service baklava” and wholesale it to restaurants, grocery stores, caterers, flag hotels and food distributors, in addition to a...

$600,000

Cash Flow: $170,288

$600,000

Cash Flow: $170,288

Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - Beach/Coastal Community

Los Angeles County, CA

Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, turn key, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale Beach/Coastal community of Los Angeles...

$325,000

Cash Flow: $134,963

$325,000

Cash Flow: $134,963

Cinnaholic - Franchise Bakery For Sale in Corona, CA

Corona, CA

Cinnaholic - Franchise Bakery For Sale in Corona, CA Well-Established Franchise Location in Prime Corona Development This turnkey Cinnaholic franchise bakery presents an exceptional opportunity in...

$195,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

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$195,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Franchised Juice Bar - Murrieta/Temecula Area - 100% Employee Run

Riverside County, CA

Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in very desirable and upscale Murrieta/Temecula Area, County of Riverside. Please...

$125,000

Cash Flow: $78,897

$125,000

Cash Flow: $78,897

Restaurant for Sale – Diamond Plaza, Rowland Heights

Rowland Heights, CA

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to acquire a profitable and well-established restaurant located in the busiest and most sought-after dining destination in Rowland Heights — Diamond Plaza. This...

$300,000

4

$300,000

Thriving Mexican Restaurant for Sale in Prime Modesto Shopping Center

Modesto, CA

Location: Modesto, CA 95356 Size: 1,600 sq. ft. | Seating Capacity: 32 Monthly Rent: $4442 (below market average) Lease: 5 years remaining Price: $250,000 Highlights: * Located in a busy shopping...

$250,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Turn Key Operating Restaurant + Liquor License Fire Sale PRICE IS FIRM

San Mateo County, CA

Available by appointment Sundays 5pm-10pm ONLY Do Not Disturb Employees or Business During Operation Located Next to YouTube and Walmart Corporate Headquarters in the Bay Hill Shopping Center New...

$249,000

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$249,000

Established and Profitable Catering Business – Sonoma County

Sonoma County, CA

Well-established and chef-owned, this full-service catering and events company is a beloved fixture in the wine country hospitality scene. Centrally located and based in Sonoma County, the business...

$350,000

Cash Flow: $147,588

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $147,588

Prime Location Pizza Restaurant – High Traffic, Loyal Customer Base!

Stanislaus County, CA

Indian Pizza Restaurant for Sale Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established, high-demand Pizza Twist franchise in Stanislaus County. This modern, fast-casual restaurant specializes in a unique...

$415,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

$415,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

$114K First-Year Sales – Turn key food truck, Roasting & Event Equip

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles County, CA

Own a full-scale coffee business empire ready to operate across mobile, wholesale, and event channels — all in one sale. Mystical Coffee Co. launched in September 2024 and has already generated ~$100K...

$75,000

3

$75,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Franchised Juice Bar - Upscale Bakersfield Community -Seller Financing

Bakersfield, CA

Great opportunity to acquire an attractive, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in an upscale and desirable community of Bakersfield. Please note, that this juice...

$250,000

Cash Flow: $95,238

$250,000

Cash Flow: $95,238

Juice Bar with Smoothies and Acai Bowls

Los Angeles, CA

This Juice bar offers fresh pressed juice, smoothies, and acai bowls. We use the freshest and healthest ingrediants in all our products. Our cold-pressed juices, smoothies and acai bowls have what it...

$469,000

Cash Flow: $148,512

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$469,000

Cash Flow: $148,512

Mexican Restaurant & Bar – High Gross – High Net – 100% Employee Run

Los Angeles County, CA

Great Opportunity for an High Gross, High Net, 100% Employee Run, Mexican Restaurant with Full Bar Acquisition. Business is located on a busy street surrounded by a host of businesses and residential...

$900,000

Cash Flow: $360,823

$900,000

Cash Flow: $360,823

High-Margin Beverage Brand National Retail Presence, $10 MM+ potential

San Bernardino County, CA

Quick Highlights: • High-Margin, Scalable Model – Lean operations, outsourced production. • Made-in-U.S.A. – Premium positioning and compliance advantage. • Proprietary Formulas – Developed over many...

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $305,000

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$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $305,000

Well Established Taproom In The Heart Of Downtown Gilroy

Gilroy, CA

Step into ownership of Pour Me Taproom, a profitable, turnkey, community-loved beer bar located in the heart of Gilroy’s growing downtown district. Voted Best of Gilroy three years running (2023,...

$450,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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$450,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

The Only Cannoli

Oceanside, CA

We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023 & 2024 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...

$470,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

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$470,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO Egg Drop in Sunnyvale, CA

Sunnyvale, CA

This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Silicon Valley's most desirable markets. The...

$190,000

6

$190,000

Leigh Apodaca

The Apodaca Group at Compass

Serving Orange County, CA

The Apodaca Group, in partnership with Compass Commercial, offers invaluable assistance to entrepreneurs aiming to sell their small businesses. Our team excels in identifying suitable buyers and ensuring seamless transitions for all parties involved, making us an attractive option for business owners contemplating a sale. Should you be exploring the sale of your business and require support in locating the ideal purchaser, we invite you to connect with The Apodaca Group. This collaborative effort could prove to be a highly advantageous stride in your journey. Leveraging our team's capacity to engage with a diverse pool of potential candidates on a daily basis potentially enhances the probability of discovering the perfect buyer for your enterprise. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask! Give us a call today!

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Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!

San Diego, CA

? HOT NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE – A+ PRIME LOCATION – GASLAMP DISTRICT, SAN DIEGO ? This is your chance to own one of San Diego’s most electrifying nightlife venues, located in the heart of the iconic...

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Established Restaurant in Historic Julian, CA

Julian, CA

Nestled in the heart of Julian’s scenic backcountry, this well-appointed business offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space with strong infrastructure and...

$110,000

7

$110,000

profitable long established Bakery and coffee shop in an affluent area

Los Angeles County, CA

Long Established Bakery for Sale – Turnkey Business with Catering & Wedding Cakes! Profitable, fully-equipped bakery in a prime location, known for its bread, gourmet pastries, and custom wedding...

$350,000

EBITDA: $150,000

$350,000

EBITDA: $150,000

High-Volume Quick-Service Franchise, $333K EBITDA

Alameda County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, well-established quick-service franchise in a desirable downtown East Bay location. Current owner since 2019, this business consistently...

$1,252,292

Cash Flow: $333,036

$1,252,292

Cash Flow: $333,036

Turnkey Seafood Boil Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles County

Carson, CA

This Seafood Boil is a thriving restaurant established in 2019, generating $1.8 million in annual revenue with $200,000 in seller's discretionary earnings. Located in Carson, CA, this turnkey...

$850,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

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$850,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Beautiful OC Cash Flow Adult Nightclub with Gorgeous Entertainers!

Orange County, CA

LOCATION- LOCATION- LOCATION In close proximity to Angels Stadium, Disney, Convention Center, & Hotels, Colleges & Universities. This business is an absolute gem. Low overhead due to its 2500 Sq ft...

$1,599,999

Cash Flow: $910,000

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$1,599,999

Cash Flow: $910,000

Big Bear Lake Restaurant

Big Bear Lake, CA

Step into ownership of Stella Luna, a well-established restaurant in the heart of Big Bear Lake. Known for its scratch-made, organic menu and fun, welcoming atmosphere, Stella Luna has built a loyal...

$269,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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$269,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Thriving Restaurant Business for Sale Turnkey & Profitable!

Monterey, CA

Proven Earnings: • Family-run owners currently take home up to $200,000/year • Staff tips average $60,000/year – that’s on top of already strong margins! True Turnkey Operation: • Fully equipped...

$550,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

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$550,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

FIRESALE! $299,999 Turn-Key Restaurant on Higuera St. BubbleGum Alley!

San Luis Obispo, CA

NOW REDUCED TO $299,999 FIRM!!! Originally Listed for $650,000, Spent Over $650,000 to Build. A rare opportunity to own a restaurant in the world famous Bubble Gum Alley in San Luis Obispo. Currently...

$299,995

Cash Flow: $72,000

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$299,995

Cash Flow: $72,000

Santa Monica Restaurant w/ Beer and Wine Location Location Location

Santa Monica, CA

Location, Location, Location With strong 2024 gross sales of $2.49M, it offers a turnkey opportunity for a buyer looking to step into a profitable operation. The space is fully equipped and...

$260,000

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$260,000

Well Established Mexican Restaurant-Beer and Wine License

Fountain Valley, CA

This well-established restaurant is located on the corner of a remarkably busy, high traffic area surrounded by several well known major businesses whose employees, clients and shoppers are drawn to...

$595,000

Cash Flow: $224,500

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$595,000

Cash Flow: $224,500

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

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

1,825

Median Asking Price  

$282,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$660,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$120,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Restaurant Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.29

1.91

Median

0.42

2.50

Upper Quartile

0.60

3.33

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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