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...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
American Restaurants For Sale in California
Turnkey Seafood Boil Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles County
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Michelin Guide Rated Full Service Restaurant Business For Sale
Alameda, CA
Since 2019 this restaurant has been serving patrons of Alameda and the East Bay with an incredible menu of meats, chicken and fish. The kitchen and restaurant were totally built from the ground up in...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Once-in-a-Lifetime Pillar Point Harbor Opportunity-Landmark Seafood
Half Moon Bay, CA
For nearly 50 years, this harbor-front institution has served as a landmark gathering place in Pillar Point Harbor, one of Northern California’s most visited coastal destinations. The business sits at...
$1,895,000
EBITDA: $403,000
22
JUST REDUCED! Busy Turnkey Sports Bar & Grill with Building & Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Imagine walking into your own successful sports bar and grill - and the best part? You're buying everything, including the building and land. No landlord headaches, no lease worries. This is complete...
$2,950,000
Auction
Turnkey Event Space | Quick Access to the 101
Studio City, CA
Online auction: February 23-25, 2026
- Studio City location by the 101 Freeway
- Event space with a liquor license included
$2,000,000 starting bid
17
Stir It Up Established & Profitable Cafe with Low Rent
Spring Valley, CA
Stir It Up Coffeehouse & Cafe offers an outstanding acquisition opportunity in Spring Valley's thriving Casa de Oro community. This established, profitable cafe delivers $300,000 in annual revenue...
$169,999
10
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
Dream of Owning a Bar? This is it!! Includes Real Estate & Apartment
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Marysville, CA
Stassi's 4th Ward Tavern: Your Turnkey Bar Ownership Dream Awaits! Marysville, CA | 5,000+ SF Building | Established Business | Almost ZERO Power Bill Dreamed of owning a bar? This is it! Stassi's 4th...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
48
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
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
FranchiseWayback Burgers
Available Nationwide
We have 170+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!
$250,000
Real EstateDowntown Walnut Creek Restaurant Buildings for Sale!
Walnut Creek, CA
RARE chance to OWN restaurant real estate in Downtown Walnut Creek! Located at 1535 + 1541 Giammona Drive Two adjacent buildings ±5,200 SF total. Price upon request. ±3,700 SF space + Large ± 1,300...
Not Disclosed
SBA Pre-Approved For Owner Operator - Three Location Restaurant
Sonoma County, CA
SBA Pre-Approved For Owner Operator - Three Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant Chain For Sale! Profitable With Strong SDE RRC# 5149 Asking Price: Offered at $698,000 Location: Sonoma County Location...
$698,000
Prime Beach Location
Los Angeles, CA
Inside historic Gingerbread Court! 10' hood, 8 burners, 2 ovens, high temp dishwasher, double fryer, oversized freezer and a 24"griddle. Bring your own concept and cater to Beach and Boardwalk...
6
$48,500
BBQ Restaurant
Escondido, CA
Great Business to own and run. The business is in a shopping center and surrounded by other shopping centers / the business is easy to run and profitable. The business has been open since 1960. This...
6
$150,000
Mimosa's of Willow Glen
San Jose, CA
Mimosas of Willow Glen is a well-established breakfast, brunch, and mimosas destination in the heart of Willow Glenwith a loyal neighborhood following. Known as a local go-to spot, the restaurant...
6
$699,000
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TLG Business Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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well-known Neighborhood Restaurant for sale.
Long Beach, CA
this a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable , well established restaurant with a strong reputation, loyal customer base and consistent year over year performance, this business generates...
6
$120,000
Profitable Fixturized Wine Bar in Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad, CA
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully fixturized restaurant and bar located in a prime coastal North County destination. The business features a recently completed modern...
$385,000
Excellent Location + Beer/Wine License + Monthly Sales $67,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Price Dropped....Price Dropped.....Price Dropped..... Excellent Location + Beer/Wine License + Monthly Sales $67,000 Japanese restaurant focusing on authentic ramen with rich, slow-simmered broths...
$375,000
EBITDA: $110,000
Profitable and Highly Rated Sushi Restaurant
San Diego, CA
This well-known Japanese Sushi restaurant, which holds a Beer and Wine License, is located in a prime, high-traffic shopping center anchored by major national retail and grocery store brand. The...
$549,000
Cash Flow: $183,054
Established Franchise Sandwich Shop – 27 Years – Prime Shopping Center
Pittsburg, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established franchise sandwich business located in a busy, high-traffic shopping center in Contra Costa County. This business has been serving the community for 27...
$229,000
FranchiseTeriyaki Madness
Available Nationwide
Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!
$200,000
Subway - California
Sonoma County, CA
Subway is the world's #1 QSR chain with over 43,000 restaurants in 110 countries. Franchisor requires sufficient net worth and liquidity, and buyer must live in the area....
$130,000
Cash Flow: $42,484
Established Asian Restaurant at UC Santa Cruz's Doorstep
Santa Cruz, CA
Imagine owning a thriving Asian restaurant just steps from UC Santa Cruz! This established Chinese restaurant has built a loyal local following over many years, and you'll quickly see why customers...
2
$160,000
Popular Bistro/Deli for sale
Portola, CA
Successful bistro/deli style restaurant business, building and adjacent parking lot for sale. The newer, ADA-compliant building was fully updated in 2022. It is located on Highway 70, a main Plumas...
6
$569,000
Mediterranean and Burger Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
Beautiful , Fully Equipped Mediterranean , Remodeled Quick-Service Restaurant with Beer and Wine and Established Customers located in a busy commercial area of Temecula CA. Known for its delicious ,...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $202,000
Jamba - 3 units near Riverside, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
Seller willing to finance with 50% down. Founded in the seaside town of San Luis Obispo, California, Jamba® was built on the belief that eating better should be simple and taste delicious. Jamba’s...
$999,000
Cash Flow: $259,823
Highly Sought After Restaurant on Brand Blvd in Glendale
Glendale, CA
Established in 1991, El Morfi Grill represents a rare opportunity to acquire a beloved dining destination with over three decades of recognition in Glendale's vibrant Brand Boulevard corridor. This...
5
$225,000
Restaurant Lease Takeover Opportunity
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
After more than 7 successful years operating Creme de la crepe -Rolling Hills , I'm ready to retire and to pass this thriving business to its next owner. This charming French bistro & crêperie is...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Popular Fire Wings – Turnkey Restaurant in San Bernardino
San Bernardino County, CA
Popular Fire Wings restaurant for sale in San Bernardino, offering an exceptional turnkey opportunity in the thriving American/Asian Fusion restaurant sector. This established operation has built a...
5
$625,000
'49er Saloon | Full service dining, bar, lounge and patio, 47 & 58 lic
Acton, CA
The '49er Saloon is a profitable, independently owned restaurant bar with loyal customers, turnkey setup, and liquor (47) and catering (58) licenses. This vintage western saloon, with over 130 years...
6
$469,000
High-Visibility Restaurant & Bar – Full Liquor License – SLO
San Luis Obispo, CA
Established full-service restaurant and tavern with significant upside potential located in one of San Luis Obispo's most trafficked retail corridors. This rare opportunity offers a scalable food and...
5
$950,000
FranchiseAnchor Bar
Available Nationwide
Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.
$350,000
Restaurant For Sale, Oakland
Oakland, CA
This 2,000+ sq. ft. (plus patio & trash area) bar and restaurant must be seen to be fully appreciated. It features a complete bar, banquette seating, a Type-47 unrestricted liquor license, an enclosed...
3
$195,000
Super busy Mexican food Restaurant in Anaheim minutes from Disneyland
Anaheim, CA
Imagine owning a thriving Mexican restaurant just minutes from Disneyland, where the magic of great food meets an unbeatable location. You'll love the constant flow of hungry customers walking by this...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $73,000
Restaurant Turn-Key Highly Saught After - Great Location by Studios
Burbank, CA
The Girl & The Chicken is a well-established, fast-casual restaurant offering a unique California-fusion concept that blends Mediterranean and South American flavors. The brand is known for its fresh,...
4
$375,000
Great location, Well stablished restaurant opportunity, close to Sofi
Inglewood, CA
Profitable restaurant for sale, owner is retiring, located in one of the busiest city in California .very easy to run, the restaurant is very friendly supports a comfortable to dine in or take it...
6
$199,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Boba Bubble Milk Tea Sale
Temecula, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop - Prime Temecula Location Turnkey bubble tea business opportunity in the heart of Temecula, California. This well-positioned establishment has been serving the community...
3
$150,000
FranchiseLee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
$750,000
15+ Year Owned Cafe with Perfect Location
Sacramento, CA
We're a mom and pop location with a great customer base. Excellent goodwill. Renewing leases hasn't been a challenge (it's with UC) during the past 15+ years. Customers love us and the menu is great....
3
$275,000
Bar & Grill-Prime Downtown Long Beach Location
Long Beach, CA
Surrounded by thousands of residential units in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, this 20 year Bar & grill sits in a prime spot for foot traffic and local business. It’s the perfect neighborhood...
$229,000
Well-Known Greek Restaurant Franchise – Strong Sales – Monterey, CA
Monterey, CA
Business Overview: Well-established Nick the Greek Mediterranean fast-casual franchise available in Monterey, California. Opened in 2022, this location benefits from excellent foot traffic, strong...
$549,000
Teriyaki, Sushi Roll and Ramen Restaurant with Loyal Customer Base
Winnetka, CA
Business Overview Well-established Japanese Teriyaki restaurant located in a busy residential and commercial area of Winnetka. This business has built a strong local reputation and loyal customer base...
$70,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Full Kitchen restaurant for sale in Torrance, LA
Torrance, CA
Renowned Japanese restaurant 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 approximately...
$249,000
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First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
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Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine, San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a fully operational pizza restaurant in a high-traffic, established plaza. Located in a busy plaza in the heart of San Diego, this location offers steady...
$79,000
50 Yr Iconic High Profit Offering W/value Add Opportunities!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palm Springs, CA
BILLY REED’S represents a once-in-a-generation chance to acquire: » A powerful 50-year brand » The real estate » Proven high-volume operations » A massive customer base » A turnkey team » Multiple...
6
$7,500,000
Established Iconic Jake's Restaurant with High Visibility now For Sale
Palm Springs, CA
A cornerstone of hospitality in Palm Springs, Jake's figures prominently in the restaurant landscape of Palm Springs, located in a highly desirable part of Palm Canyon Drive in a thriving Uptown...
6
$1,200,000
Retro Diner offered with Property - San Francisco
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Description: This iconic restaurant is offered with Property. Located in San Francisco's Richmond District, this is a beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving classic American fare since 1959....
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Highly Profitable Full-Service Restaurant with Bar – Type 47 License
Lake Forest, CA
Highly Profitable Full-Service Restaurant with Type 47 License - Lake Forest, CA This well-established full-service restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity with $1,512,000 in annual revenue and...
2
$495,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
FranchiseToastique
Available in California
Join one of the fastest-growing, most simple-to-run healthy fast-casual restaurant!
$200,000
Established Downtown Restaurant
Vacaville, CA
ESTABLISHED DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT - NAPA VALLEY STYLE This premier American restaurant in Vacaville's downtown core represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for investors seeking a profitable,...
$510,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
RESTAURANT PRICE REDUCED for QUICK SALE - MUST SELL
Corona, CA
MEDITERRANEAN-SOUTH ASIAN and EURO GOURMET DELI • PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE, MUST SELL, MAKE AN OFFER • Rare opportunity in the heart of Corona at a signalized corner of two major freeway off-ramps...
$98,000
Established turn key North Park, on University
San Diego, CA
Established Multi-Cuisine Restaurant - Downtown San Diego Prime Location This profitable multi-cuisine restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego's thriving dining scene. Established...
3
$300,000
Popular, Profitable Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant For Sale
Chester, CA
This popular creekside breakfast & lunch restaurant also features an espresso bar; there is a separately owned and operated gift & bookstore sharing some cafe space. Located in the historic Stover...
6
$185,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
San Diego restaurant-Rent 2600/month-seller may finance!
San Diego, CA
Ready to expand your food business or open your first brick-and-mortar? This fully equipped, fully permitted restaurant in downtown San Diego is a rare turnkey opportunity perfect for both new food...
$75,000
FranchiseHummus Republic
Available in California
Hummus Republic is a modern fast-casual concept with a simple business model, low investment, and easygoing operations. Hummus Republic is healthy and flavorful with plant-based options. No chefs/extensive equipment is required.
$150,000
Profitable/Established Exotic BURGER FOOD TRUCK – 10+ YEARS | CALI
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
NOT ALL INTERESTED PARTIES WILL QUALIFY. YOU MUST SIGN NDA AND SHOW PROOF OF FUNDS BEFORE LEARNING THE NAME AND PRIVATE DETAILS OF THIS BUSINESS. FILL OUT CONTACT FORM TO BE EMAILED AN NDA - FOLLOW UP...
$450,000
Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in California
| Market Overview | Listed for Sale |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 238 |
| Median Asking Price | $350,000 |
| Median Reported Revenue | $973,000 |
| Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $132,197 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $199,000 | $350,000 | $637,500 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of American Restaurants for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $600,000 | $89,250 |
| Median | $973,000 | $132,197 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,587,487 | $219,025 |
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.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.26 | 1.88 |
| Median | 0.36 | 2.63 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.51 | 3.40 |
| 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 $350,000, though prices range from under $199,000 to well over $637,500.
How much do American Restaurants owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in California is $973,000 and owners earn a median of $132,197, 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 0.26 to 0.51, with a median of 0.36. Earning multiples range from 1.88 to 3.40, with the median at 2.63. This means the typical American Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.36 times its annual revenue, and 2.63 times its annual owner earnings.
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