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American Restaurants For Sale in California

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Subway Oakland

Oakland, 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....

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $142,865

Established Restaurant & Bar, Patio, Long Term lease

Costa Mesa, CA

Executive Summary An exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving full-service restaurant and bar, complete with an expansive outdoor patio and a private event center, located in the heart of Costa...

$249,000

$249,000

Pine House Cafe & Tavern!

Mount Laguna, CA

Discover a cherished gem from 1942 in the heart of a popular hiking destination! This well-established café, beloved by locals and visitors alike for decades, boasts a loyal clientele and a reputation...

$249,000

$249,000

El Pollo Loco - Great for Owner-Operator

San Bernardino County, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity for an owner-operator to grow sales Strategically situated on a main road in a high-traffic area, this store is surrounded by a mix of lodging options, established...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $201,391

Fast Food Franchise – Seller Finance

Diamond Bar, CA

Nationally Recognized Fast Food Franchise – in Prime Location! Seller finance possible. Locations available in several LA area cities, each with its own financials, lease and workforce in place. A...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Drive Thru Burger Place ,Self Standing Building, Good size & Profit

Buena Park, CA

Drive Thru Burger Joint with good location, good sales and very good profit. The Restaurant is run semi absentee and needs nothing to continue bringing the cash. Easy operation....

$949,000

$949,000

Cash Flow: $286,558

Top Fast Food Restaurant

California

This QSR brand has locations in 44 States! This particular location does approx. one million dollars and exists in a very good location with immediate freeway access. The inside (and outside) of the...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Profitable BBQ Restaurant with Stellar Reviews

Merced County, CA

Authentic Texas-Style BBQ in Los Banos | Slow-Smoked Meats & More High-performing, independently owned restaurant located in the heart of Los Banos, California. Founded by a seasoned pitmaster with...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $96,019

1,500sf Modern Hot Pot / Skewers / Beer & Wine near Korea Town

Los Angeles, CA

* Newly renovated trendy 1,500sf restaurant * Tasty hot pot, skewers, ramen and Korean deli to enjoy * Pleasant dining and hang out environment * Beer/wine and variety of drink choices * Monthly gross...

$225,000

$225,000

Dining and Distillery Concept

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Situated in a dynamic Central Coast community, this established restaurant delivers an energetic dining experience that has earned strong local support. Since opening in 2019, the business has built a...

$275,000

$275,000

**IN ESCROW*** Dickey'sBBQ Restaurant/Catering - ABC Type 41

San Bernardino, CA

IN ESCROW. ACCEPTING BACK UP OFFERS. Franchisor offers two weeks training out of state. 8 year, well-established and profitable BBQ franchise restaurant located in a bustling San Bernardino shopping...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $156,000

A must see Drive thru Burger Place with good rent

Riverside, CA

Drive thru Burger Joint with high volume and good location and good rent for 1800 sf restaurant, and a long lease makes this place a really good deal It been keep up very well. A must see for sure...

$445,000

$445,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Award winning Southern Restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

Award winning Southern restaurant /deli Good net. Well established. owner will carry...

$295,000

$295,000

Hard to find Restaurant in Orange County - Completely Updated

Garden Grove, CA

Beautiful Restaurant in an affluent area of Orange county it has been remodeled and updated needs nothing. Good sales and profit. Many possibilities with this business....

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Established and profitable Burger Place in Colton

Colton, CA

A Burger restaurant with good sales , nice kitchen and great lease with options to extend , easy operation and great customer base. Rent includes utilities, NNN, etc. A great first business. Only open...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

47 lic restaurant & bar-Desert location on the Runway! Great rent

Borrego Springs, CA

Lifestyle change restaurant with FULL LIQUOR. Live entertainment-keep current popular menu or bring your own. Rent is $750 per month! Or 5% of sales over 15k, so you will have an excellent rent...

$499,999

$499,999

Puneet Sonia

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Serving San Francisco County, CA

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Hot Chicken Restaurant absentee owner/all help run

Cathedral City, CA

Established Hot Chicken Restaurant - Turnkey Operation with Absentee Owner Opportunity This well-positioned fast-casual restaurant specializes in hot chicken cuisine, operating successfully as a...

$140,000

$140,000

A well established fast food Burger shop at a good location for sale

Brea, CA

A well-established fast-food burger restaurant at a great location is on sale. The business is in a single-individual property that provides ample parking spaces for the customers. The current rent is...

$270,000

$270,000

American Deli Franchise - South Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

This business features a straightforward menu and is currently run absentee. It operates exclusively for takeout and delivery, with no dine-in service. The store is highly profitable, consistently...

$650,000

$650,000

American Style BBQ & Grill

Pacoima, CA

ABSENTEE OWNER RUN. MONTHLY GROSS: $40,000 MONTHLY RENT: $3,147 + $300 NNN. STORE SIZE: 920 SQFT. OPEN HOURS: 11AM- 7:15 PM TUE~ SUN. MONDAY OFF. EMPLOYEES: 4 PT. WAGE: $10,000/MO. REASON FOR SELLING:...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $48,000

Brewery with Bar, Restaurant and Beer Garden – Exudes Ambiance!

Los Angeles, CA

This cozy Los Angeles area brewpub exudes pub personality and ambiance. The venue offers both a general and concept specific variety of cuisine, with craft beer that is brewed on-site. The venue...

$100,000

$100,000

EBITDA: $121,348

Your Concept Your Opportunity

San Mateo County, CA

There, on the sun-drenched corner, stands 4,700 square feet of pure possibility—walls of glass from floor to ceiling, drinking in California light like a ’47 Cheval Blanc takes in candlelight. Every...

$750,000

$750,000

CAFÉ & RE: 5.5-Day Ops, Absentee, $1.03M GR, $2.99M ASKING

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Anaheim, CA

> Casual Family Restaurant & Real Estate for Sale - Reduced Price! > A Prime Corner Location: Highly visible intersection in Anaheim industrial complex. > Freestanding Bldg/Lot: Established casual...

$2,990,000

$2,990,000

Cash Flow: $264,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Breakfast and brunch restaurant for sale in South San Jose

San Jose, CA

Breakfast and brunch restaurant for sale in south San Jose. Brunch and lunch spot offering coffee, sandwiches, boba, and other drinks. Tons of seating and very beautiful place with plenty of parking....

$200,000

$200,000

Drive-Thru Cafe & Bldg: Absentee, Income over $465K, Prc $4.8 mil

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Indio, CA

> Profitable Restaurant & Real Estate: Offered for sale at $4.8 million, this freestanding family casual restaurant includes its ~3,301 sq. ft. building (built 2008) on a ~0.8-acre lot in a...

$4,800,000

$4,800,000

Cash Flow: $465,600

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Super Food Cafe - Santa Clara

Santa Clara, CA

Description: This superfood café is located in Santa Clara, CA. Established in 2017, within the high end shopping center, this café specializes in açaí bowls, smoothies, fresh juices, salads, wraps,...

$125,000

$125,000

Fast Food - Burgers - Drive Thru

Long Beach, CA

Price Reduction! Freestanding restaurant with a Drive Thru. 100% help run business. Seller spends very little time there. Restaurant has been in operation for about 40 years as a Hamburger Stand. Very...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Fast Food Drive-thru Top Location N. San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

Very busy location on a main street in North San Diego County with great exposure and high traffic counts of approx. 51,000 vehicles per day per the City website. Freestanding drive-thru location....

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Multi location breakfast & lunch – Seller financing

Long Beach, CA

A rare chance to acquire well-established, highly regarded breakfast/brunch cafes in prime locations. These are turnkey, multi-location breakfast specialists that have built a loyal following over...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $589,000

Great Restaurant With Over 10 Years In Business

Torrance, CA

With a great location in the Torrance Blvd and in a strip mall in between the Torrance Civic Center and the Torrance Marriott. Since 14 years later they have expanded the menu to include appetizers...

$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Exellent restaurantwith bar for sale in Burlingame

Burlingame, CA

Step into a turnkey restaurant operation positioned for immediate success in Burlingame's thriving dining scene. This established American and European cuisine restaurant delivers everything you need...

$450,000

$450,000

Established Breakfast and Lunch Cafe in Heart of Palm Desert

Palm Desert, CA

This established breakfast and lunch restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Palm Desert's prime retail corridor. Located strategically between Trader Joe's and Michaels, the...

$338,000

$338,000

Cash Flow: $227,000

Established Snack Bar at LA Kings Icetown - Riverside

Riverside, CA

Established Snack Bar at the LA Kings Icetown Ice Sports Facility in Riverside....

$70,000

$70,000

Profitable Fast Food Restaurant

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Great opportunity to own an established Restaurant with Delivery, Take-Out & Catering. Dine-In space for a dozen tables. Also rents out for Parties! Owner/Operator Income: $94,104 in 2024! Facility...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $94,104

Price Reduction - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant

Orange County, CA

Price Reduction - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant - $1.1Million Annual Sales RRC# 5078 Location: Orange County Description: Price Reduced to $165,000 for this highly respected BBQ...

$165,000

$165,000

Same Owner For 21 Years, Absentee Owner,Beer/wine Lic.

Redondo Beach, CA

free standing building,good lease,high visibility corner location,...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $138,000

Franchise Sandwhich

Napa County, CA

Turnkey Sandwhich Franchise Opportunity – Convenient Spot in Napa County. Are you ready to own a thriving business in a prime location? This established franchise in Napa County offers steady income,...

$200,000

$200,000

Breakfast and brunch restaurant for sale in SF Outer Richmond

San Francisco, CA

28 years established Breakfast and brunch restaurant for sale in SF outer Richmond minutes to Washington high school, movie theater, cafes, and Asian restaurants. The store is averaging $40,000 a...

$135,000

$135,000

Super high volume Asian restaurant for sale in Alameda

Alameda, CA

Super high volume asian restaurant for sale in Alameda on main street. They serve a huge selection of different foods, chicken,l wings, some loaded tots, chicken skins, Mongolian beef chow mein,...

$350,000

$350,000

Beach City Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant

Orange County, CA

Are you ready to step into the lucrative world of restaurant ownership? We're thrilled to present a highly successful breakfast and lunch restaurant, nestled in prime location, for your consideration....

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

High Volume Dickey BBQ restaurant for sale in Lancaster of Los Angeles

Lancaster, CA

ESTABLISHED DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - LANCASTER, CA This well-established Dickey's Barbecue Pit franchise represents a turnkey restaurant investment in Lancaster, located in...

$350,000

$350,000

Belmont Shore Bar & Grill – Prime Location w/Flexible Build Out&Patio

Long Beach, CA

This Belmont Shore bar and grill is located in a highly visible prime location in Long Beach’s most coveted hospitality and entertainment area. The relatively new gastropub boasts fantastic street...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $82,798

Breakfast & Lunch Cafe on Busy Street

Los Angeles County, CA

An exceptional opportunity awaits to acquire a well-established and beloved café, ideally located along one of Los Angeles' busiest and most high-visibility corridors. This vibrant breakfast and lunch...

$259,000

$259,000

Cash Flow: $132,900

Denny's - California

Mendocino County, CA

An iconic brand, Denny's began franchising in 1963 and has grown to over 1700 restaurants worldwide. Franchisor requires at least $1M net worth and $500K liquid, and at least 5 years Restaurant...

$348,999

$348,999

Cash Flow: $132,329

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Performance Brokerage Services, Inc

Serving Orange County, CA

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Absentee run Burger and Hot Dog Joint for sale near UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

Absentee run Burger and Cheesesteak joint for sale near UC Berkeley. A hidden gem near UC Berkeley on the south side. They also sell hot dogs and popular oreo milkshakes. The store generates lots of...

$120,000

$120,000

Highly Profitable Breakfast/Lunch Restaurant & Bakery /Newly Renovated

Eagle Rock, CA

This popular neighborhood restaurant located near Pasadena, CA offers an opportunity to purchase a turnkey, highly profitable establishment that's easy to learn. The business is producing over...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $99,899

Subway

Fullerton, CA

If you are looking for a risk-free, yet a steady income stream business, you can be a Subway Franchise member. Further, many franchise owners own multiple locations which proves that once you are in...

$72,000

$72,000

Cash Flow: $39,000

Burger, Steak & Salads - American Cuisine (Los Angeles)

Los Angeles, CA

Description: This is a casual eatery known for serving a variety of grilled steak dishes and American-style fast food. The menu typically features items like Philly cheesesteaks, burgers, fries, and...

$95,000

$95,000

Stunning remodeled restaurant opportunity in downtown Hermosa Beach

Hermosa Beach, CA

This is a beautifully remodeled restaurant in one of the most popular beach cities in California. Open air dining with an outdoor dining deck. Separate room available for private parties or events....

$325,000

$325,000

The Counter - Located in the heart of Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA

The Counter is a high-end casual dining restaurant chain offering custom topped gourmet burgers with over a million possible burger and burgers-in-a-bowl combinations through a checklist-style menu....

$1,180,000

$1,180,000

Cash Flow: $150,180

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
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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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