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American Restaurants in CA For Sale

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Mexican Quick Serve Restaurant, most sought after OC Downtown location

Orange County, CA

Imagine yourself running a thriving Mexican restaurant in one of Orange County's most coveted downtown locations. This established quick-serve concept sits in the heart of all the action, where foot...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Turn-Key Taco Shop for Sale – Prime Anaheim Location – Fully Equipped

Anaheim, CA

Turn-key taco shop available in Anaheim. This is an asset sale opportunity for a fully equipped Mexican restaurant space with hood, grill line, refrigeration, and all major equipment in place. Current...

$129,000

$129,000

Well established restaurant in Long Beach – Absentee owned

Long Beach, CA

This turnkey, absentee-owned operation delivers impressive financial and low owner involvement, making it ideal for investors, multi-unit operators, or semi-absentee buyers seeking reliable cash flow...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $285,000

$3.2M Restaurant & Bar | Type 47 ABC + Entertainment License

Santa Clara County, CA

$3.2M Restaurant & Bar | Type 47 ABC + Entertainment License | Prime San Jose Location RRC#5265 Asking Price: $649,000 Location: Santa Clara County Annual Revenue: $3,200,000 Base Rent: $18,660/month...

$649,000

$649,000

Indian Restaurant – Beautiful Buildout + Patio Seating, Convertible

San Mateo, CA

MS Real Estate proudly presents a fantastic opportunity to purchase a well-established Indian restaurant in the heart of San Mateo, California. The restaurant is located in a highly visible spot on...

$179,000

$179,000

Attractive Restaurant/Full Bar in the Heart of Downtown San Carlos

San Carlos, CA

ESTABLISHED RESTAURANT & FULL BAR OPPORTUNITY - DOWNTOWN SAN CARLOS Prime commercial restaurant space featuring 4,051 square feet in the heart of downtown San Carlos,San Mateo County. This turnkey...

$389,000

$389,000

Fully Equipped Restaurant w/ Patio & Living Quarters

Lake Elsinore, CA

Offered for sale is a rare business + real estate opportunity centered around a well-known, long-established roadhouse-style restaurant located on an approximately 6.94-acre mountaintop parcel along...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Renowned Dim Sum & Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Santa Clara County, CA

Since the 1980s, this restaurant has built a stellar reputation and a loyal following by serving authentic Chinese cuisine. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with a legacy of...

$368,000

$368,000

Cash Flow: $122,106

Full service restaurant in Danville for sale

Danville, CA

Step into a turnkey restaurant opportunity that delivers both financial performance and operational flexibility. This established Danville restaurant generates $1.2M in annual sales while offering...

$550,000

$550,000

Established Turnkey Mountain Mike's Pizza in San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County, CA

Here is your opportunity of being a owner of a well recognized Franchise/Mountain Mike's Pizza * Prime Location owner owning it for more than 15 years * Dine In Atmosphere for families, sports events,...

$275,000

$275,000

Fast Seafood Restaurant

Pasadena, CA

Established restaurant on same location over 50 years in same location. Fast food Seafood restaurant. Famous with Fish Sandwiches & more. Famous with Fish & Chips. Well known to customers in Eaton,...

$109,000

$109,000

Cash Flow: $12,000

Mediterranean Deli

Monterey, CA

This established Mediterranean deli represents a prime commercial opportunity in Monterey's high-traffic Lighthouse Avenue corridor. The turnkey operation occupies a former Subway location with...

$129,000

$129,000

Established | 5,000 Sq Ft | Strong Community Presence

San Mateo County, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established grocery supermarket in the heart of Mid-Peninsula, California. This 5,000 square foot retail space serves a loyal and growing customer base...

$400,000

$400,000

Turnkey Charcuterie Business

$178,000 - Tulare County, CA

$178,000

Tulare County, CA

Robert Moran

United Franchise Group

Burger / Fish & Chips Restaurant with Patio, great lease, end-cap

Huntington Beach, CA

Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity – Prime Coastal Huntington Beach Location Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, turnkey restaurant in the heart of coastal Huntington Beach. This highly...

$135,000

$135,000

Franchise Burger Restaurant with Beer & Wine, Patio, Great Sales and .

Carson, CA

Business Summary This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing franchise burger restaurant located in the vibrant city of Carson. Situated in a prime, high-traffic area, this...

$249,000

$249,000

EBITDA: $125,000

RAVI JAGTIANI

Ravi Jagtiani / Jagtiani Group with Intero Commercial

Serving San Mateo County, CA

In the Real Estate Industry since many years, having sold many types of businesses and being the top agent in the Child Care business in California.

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Orange County Bar, Live Music & Dining Hot Spot – Music Lover’s Fave!

Huntington Park, CA

This coastal Orange County bar, live music, and dining hot spot is a favorite with music fans throughout the county and beyond! This popular entertainment venue has a bit of everything, including...

$695,000

$695,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Free Standing Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Restaurant

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Free standing restaurant on a busy intersection near the 215/15/10 fwy’s in San Bernardino, surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods. Currently operating as a Franchise; name not included and...

$399,000

$399,000

Fast Food with real estate

Los Gatos, CA

HIGHLIGHTS Real estate for sale separately for $1.6M. This iconic quick serve restaurant has been established over 50 years! The stand-alone building is under 1,000 sq.ft and is located on a high...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $274,202

Downtown Lotus

Coloma, CA

1200 sq foot historic building in the Coloma/Lotus Valley. We are surrounded by multiple county and State parks on the South Fork American river. Built in 1855 as a general store and turned into a...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Drive-thru Burgers Corner Location Priced to Sell

Los Angeles, CA

Picture yourself running this prime corner location drive-thru burger restaurant in bustling East LA. You'll immediately notice the exceptional visibility this freestanding building offers - the kind...

$195,000

$195,000

TK Cafe – Coffee, Boba, Deli Sandwich, Rice Bowls, Ice Cream, Dessert

Burbank, CA

***PRICE IMPROVEMENT*** NOW $69,000 from $89,000*** COLD KITCHEN 1212 N San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA 91504 May be eligible for E-2 Visa - speak with your immigration attorney TK Cafe is a local,...

$69,000

$69,000

Mediterranean Restaurant!

Chatsworth, CA

Located in the heart of Chatsworth, Cicek's Chicken presents an excellent opportunity to own a well-known restaurant business in a high-visibility location. Situated at 10317 Mason Avenue, this...

$320,000

$320,000

Restaurant/Bar Opportunity in the Heart of S.V. Type 47 License

San Jose, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Operation with Type 47 License Available in Prime San Jose Location This well-positioned casual dining establishment presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for...

$248,000

$248,000

Three Fatburger restaurant package for Sale

$1,495,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$1,495,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Tony Ortega

Pacific Brokers, Inc.

Iconic Restaurant and Bar

San Bernardino County, CA

Landmark Restaurant Town’s go-to hangout spot for lunch, dining, nightlife & private events Modern buildout with high-end finishes throughout Heavy foot Traffic & visibility Turnkey operation 2025...

$2,700,000

$2,700,000

High End Restaurant in Del Mar

San Diego, CA

Bring your concept to this fully built out $1.4mil restaurant completed 5 years ago. This restaurant even comes with a full hard liquor license. 3700 sq ft of restaurant space plus a bonus exclusive...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $650,000

Wonderful Restaurant in Great Downtown Sonoma Plaza Location for Sale

Sonoma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant come available in Downtown Sonoma. Now available is this beautiful restaurant, which is located right off the historic Sonoma Plaza in lovely downtown Sonoma. The rent is...

$350,000

$350,000

Busy AFORDABLE fast paced Mexican restaurant! rent only $2,700 per mnt

La Habra, CA

Turnkey Business | Low Overhead | Strong Upside Potential Prime Location – La Habra, California Located in a high-traffic area with strong surrounding residential density. Established since 1997 with...

$95,000

$95,000

Del Taco - California

Fresno, CA

For more than 60 years, Del Taco has been serving freshly prepared, craveable food at an unbeatable value. This rare combination is one of the many reasons that they are one of the leading brands in...

$850,000

$850,000

BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE

Orange County, CA

BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE | Rare % Lease | SBA Eligible RRC#5256 Asking Price: $825,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $1,200,000 Average Annual Cash...

$825,000

$825,000

Thriving OC Restaurant

Orange, CA

Discover a thriving gem in the heart of Orange County! This popular restaurant offers an enticing menu serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night snacks ranging from breakfast favorites to...

$350,000

$350,000

Full Kitchen Restaurant/ Sushi Bar

Torrance, CA

Renowned Japanese restaurant, Miyabi Uni, is available for sale in a prime, high-visibility location with heavy foot traffic. Currently run by an absentee owner, this business reports net sales of...

$199,000

$199,000

Breakfast and Lunch Cafe in Oakland for sale!

Oakland, CA

Picture yourself running a charming breakfast and lunch cafe in Oakland, where you'll serve fresh, made-to-order meals while enjoying a perfect work-life balance. This established restaurant has been...

$99,000

$99,000

"SF inner sunset" turn key cafe deli with type 1 hood, available!!!

San Francisco, CA

FINANCIAL OVERVIEW: Established quick-serve restaurant generating continuous revenue for nearly 10 years in San Francisco's Inner Sunset district. Monthly gross rent of $5,300 represents 2.8% of...

$188,000

$188,000

Sizzler Franchise - Beer & Wine -Well Established -San Fernando Valley

$250,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$250,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Mani Singh

TNW Business Brokers

Franchise QSR in Sa Diego Mall Food Court for sale

San Diego, CA

Imagine yourself owning a turnkey QSR franchise in a bustling mall food court - this could be your perfect entry into food service entrepreneurship. You'll love that this business is already 100%...

$110,000

$110,000

Subway For Sale!

Los Angeles County, CA

Do not miss this opportunity to own a thriving Subway franchise in a prime Studio City location. This well established business benefits from strong foot traffic and excellent visibility. Recently...

$375,000

$375,000

Highly Desirable Sonic Franchise For Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Newly constructed and thoughtfully designed, this SONIC Drive-In location offers outstanding visibility along a heavily traveled highway in a prime, high-demand trade area. The property features...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $210,417

Restaurant and Bar in Downtown Sonoma for Sale

Sonoma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant or a bar come available in Downtown Sonoma. Now available is a beautiful facility, which is nicely located in downtown Sonoma, by the much desired Sonoma Plaza. The rent in...

$400,000

$400,000

Pacific Beach Bar/Restaurant For Sale

Pacific Beach, CA

Extremely rare Pacific Beach bar / restaurant for sale with Type 47 ABC License (full liquor) and live entertainment permitted. Older liquor license with minimal restrictions and the ability to serve...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Coastal Encinitas Restaurant For Sale

Encinitas, CA

Extremely Rare coastal downtown Encinitas restaurant for sale. Existing buildout setup for gastropub type use with 18 beer taps, fully equipped kitchen, and city approved street/dining patio. Great...

$375,000

$375,000

Charming Family-Owned Italian Restaurant – 30+ Years of Success

San Diego, CA

Step into ownership of a beloved Italian restaurant that has proudly served the community for over three decades. Known for its loyal customers—many returning with the next generation—this...

$445,000

$445,000

Cash Flow: $180,694

Turnkey Cafe & Bakery for Sale – Established, Profitable, and Growing

Sacramento County, CA

This business is a vibrant neighborhood hotspot that combines a bustling breakfast and brunch restaurant with an in-house bakery. Offering a unique dining experience, this turnkey business boasts a...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $155,790

Michael Faust

First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Restaurant And Cafe - Over $200K in Annual Profits!

Santa Rosa, CA

OPPORTUNITY: Great opportunity to purchase a beautiful & profitable restaurant in Santa Rosa. This is a locally owned restaurant and café, with all day breakfast, sandwiches, wraps, salads and with a...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Full Liquor Bar for Sale – Type 48 License – Sacramento County

Sacramento County, CA

Full Liquor Bar for Sale – Type 48 License – Sacramento County Owner Relocating • Turnkey Opportunity • Entertainment Venue Turnkey Type 48 full liquor bar for sale in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento...

$134,000

$134,000

Cash Flow: $22,973

Prime Campus Location Restaurant/Bar Near UC Davis – 4,500 SF

$150,000 - Davis, CA

$150,000

Davis, CA

Great 3 store Fatburger Franchise Package for Sale in LA County

Los Angeles County, CA

Imagine yourself stepping into the exciting world of franchise ownership with this exceptional three-store Fatburger package in LA County. You'll be joining a beloved hamburger brand that's been...

$1,269,000

$1,269,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Long-Established Banquet Hall & Restaurant with Real Estate for sale!!

San Bernardino, CA

Long-Established Banquet Hall and Restaurant with the Real Estate in Inland Empire, CA for Sale. A Legacy of Excellence and Elegance. Seize the Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity to Own both, the Business...

$7,800,000

$7,800,000

San Diego – ‘Liberty Station’ - 5400 sq ft Restaurant & Bar

San Diego County, CA

San Diego – ‘Liberty Station’ - 5400 sq ft Restaurant & Bar with Huge Patio – Enviable Location. RRC#5255 Asking Price: $225,000 Location: San Diego County Annual Revenue: $1,600,000 Annual Cash Flow:...

$225,000

$225,000

Profitable Polka Dot Drive-In + Real Estate | SBA Ready | $698 K Sales

Yuba County, CA

Profitable Polka Dot Drive-In + Real Estate | SBA Ready | $698 K Sales |Quincy , Ca RRC#5248 Asking Price: $440,000 Location: Plumas County Annual Revenue: $698,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...

$440,000

$440,000

A MUST SEE! Premiere Wine Country Restaurant & Music Venue

Napa County, CA

A MUST SEE! Premiere Wine Country Restaurant & Music Venue, w/Valuable Liquor License. Will Sell Fast At This Price! RRC#5246 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,998,191...

$249,000

$249,000

Oceanside Bar/Restaurant For Sale

Oceanside, CA

Rare coastal Oceanside bar/restaurant with full liquor license and live entertainment. Old liquor license included with limited and favorable conditions. Alcohol service and consumption permitted 7...

$395,000

$395,000

Turnkey Restaurant in High-Traffic San Diego Neighborhood

San Diego, CA

Prime restaurant location in a high-traffic San Diego neighborhood surrounded by dense residential housing and ongoing development, providing strong built-in customer demand. This is an asset sale of...

$249,000

$249,000

Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in California
Market OverviewListed for Sale
Number of Businesses Analyzed258
Median Asking Price$349,950
Median Reported Revenue$980,000
Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$132,033
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$182,000$349,950$680,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of American Restaurants for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$600,000$83,700
Median$980,000$132,033
Upper Quartile$1,517,972$240,000

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller’s discretionary earnings of American Restaurants listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.271.84
Median0.362.58
Upper Quartile0.523.48
Find out what these types of businesses actually sell for with a BizBuySell Valuation Report

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an American Restaurant in California?

The median asking price for an established American Restaurant in California is $349,950, though prices range from under $182,000 to well over $680,000.

How much do American Restaurants owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in California is $980,000 and owners earn a median of $132,033, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value an American Restaurant?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of American Restaurants in California, revenue multiples range from 0.27 to 0.52, with a median of 0.36. Earning multiples range from 1.84 to 3.48, with the median at 2.58. This means the typical American Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.36 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner earnings.

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