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American Restaurants For Sale in California

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Get Into The Health Craze - High Cash Flow Health Food QSR - $125+ SDE

Orange County, CA

Get Into The Health Craze - High Cash Flow Health Food QSR - $125+ SDE - Low Rent - Prime OC Corner Location RRC#5242 Asking Price: $199,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $500,000 Annual...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Profitable Waba Grill Franchise

Cypress, CA

$652K Sales Waba Grill Franchise – Cypress, CA – Only $175K Well-established Waba Grill franchise located in a high-traffic retail shopping center in Cypress, CA, surrounded by other successful food...

$175,000

$175,000

Established Restaurant, $1 Million+ Sales

Alameda County, CA

Established Restaurant, $1 Million+ Sales, in Most Desirable Neighborhood in Area, Outdoor Seating RRC#5244 Asking Price: Offered at $99,000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue:$1,002,786 Annual...

$99,000

$99,000

High Volume American Restaurant with Full Bar, long established

Huntington Beach, CA

SBA QUALIFIED Buyer Requirements This offering is available to qualified buyers only. Prior to the release of confidential information and execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), interested...

$2,399,000

$2,399,000

EBITDA: $632,000

SBA Pre-Qualified Restaurant in a Coveted San Francisco Neighborhood

San Francisco County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified Restaurant in a Coveted San Francisco Neighborhood ~$190K Cash Flow | Type 47 ABC | Prime Walkable Corridor RRC#5241 Offered at $499,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual...

$499,000

$499,000

Restaurant for Sale Tracy, CA (Papa Urbs Grill)

Tracy, CA

Conveniently located in the heart of Tracy, California, offering easy access to major roadways, nearby residential neighborhoods, and local shopping centers. The area benefits from steady foot...

$100,000

$100,000

Well Established Cafe in the Convoy Business District

San Diego, CA

This cafe has been around for 10 years and well known in the Convoy Business District. Over 1800 sq ft with outdoor patio space of 500 sq ft that you don't have to pay for. This is one of the lowest...

$199,999

$199,999

Cash Flow: $100,000

Iconic Bar & Restaurant, Established Over Two Decades | Type 47 ABC

Milpitas, CA

MS Real Estate Inc. presents a restaurant sale opportunity located in Milpitas, California. Established over two decades ago, this fully built-out restaurant offers substantial infrastructure in place...

$349,900

$349,900

Established Downtown Restuarant

Santa Barbara, CA

This restaurant is situated in downtown Santa Barbara, within one of the city’s most active dining and pedestrian districts. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic generated by nearby...

$250,000

$250,000

High-Volume Ultra-Modern Restaurant & Bar | Hard Liquor License

Butte County, CA

High-Volume Ultra-Modern Restaurant & Bar | Hard Liquor License -Prime Location RRC# 5233 Asking Price: $350,000 Location: Butte County Annual Revenue: $1,337,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...

$350,000

$350,000

Reduced Price *Plug and Play Quick Serve/Cafe in Gardena

Gardena, CA

Located in the Gateway Plaza off Artesia Blvd between Western and Normandie Ave in the Gardena, this versatile restaurant could be a full service or quick service opportunity. Located across the...

$50,000

$50,000

Well Established Restaurant For Sale.

Woodland, CA

• Proven business model with established revenue streams • Strategic location with ample parking facilities • Developed customer loyalty and repeat business patterns • Operational infrastructure...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Second generation restaurant, existing Cafe (Union City)

Union City, CA

Second generation restaurant space perfect for concept conversion. Description: Well-known international Boba tea franchise, offering a variety of premium tea-based drinks. The shop sits in a busy...

$99,000

$99,000

Once-in-a-Lifetime Pillar Point Harbor Opportunity-Landmark Seafood

$1,895,000 - Half Moon Bay, CA

$1,895,000

Half Moon Bay, CA

High volume restaurant

Bakersfield, CA

Chicken Wings and Nashville chicken sandwiches...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

"San Carlos" Prime location Restaurant Row Turn Key Opportunity!

San Carlos, CA

Established restaurant opportunity located in the heart of Downtown San Carlos, strategically positioned on the area's prominent Restaurant Row. This turnkey operation occupies a prime 1,500 square...

$245,000

$245,000

Ken Don DiSpaltro

Vanguard Resource Gr

Serving San Diego County, CA

Our principals are members of IBBA and CABB, and perhaps the most experienced and professional group in southern California. Our office has sold over 800 businesses, many just like yours! We have sold virtually every type and size of business. From Main Street to lower middle market types of businesses, we can help. Selling a bigger company? Ken Oppeltz is a Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary and routinely has sold larger companies to investors, other companies, and private equity groups.

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Absentee run bar and restaurant for sale in Santa Clara

Santa Clara, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Opportunity in Silicon Valley This profitable restaurant and bar operation presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Santa Clara, California, strategically...

$338,000

$338,000

Upscale Bistro, Beer & Wine, outdoor seating, Great Location

Orange, CA

Imagine yourself running your own concept in this turnkey upscale bistro right in the heart of Old Town Orange. You'll love the prime location in Orange's coveted Circle area, where foot traffic and...

$249,000

$249,000

High profit, Well-established fast-food restaurant for sale

Downey, CA

This beloved burger joint has been serving the community for over 50 years! You'll step into a time-tested business that locals absolutely love, known for classic burgers and popular Teriyaki bowls...

$790,000

$790,000

Cash Flow: $330,000

Chicken shop

Hemet, CA

Good opportunity to take over store with clients already established. Owner can work for more income or have employees run it....

$400,000

$400,000

Turnkey Restaurant with Full Liquor available Prime in Echo Park

Los Angeles, CA

Area Highlights: CityStreet Commercial is pleased to present a premier restaurant/wine bar opportunity at 1320 Echo Park Ave. in the heart of Echo Park. Situated just off the iconic Sunset Blvd...

$480,000

$480,000

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate

El Dorado County, CA

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate located on Main St in the Sierra Foothills. RRC# 5225 Offered at $685,000 Location: El Dorado County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$685,000

$685,000

Sherman Oaks Ventura Blvd. Restaurant & Bar For Sale

Sherman Oaks, CA

SHERMAN OAKS VENTURA BLVD. RESTAURANT & BAR FOR SALE Premises: 3900' Free Standing + Patio on 4800' lot Monthly Rent: $4.75 + .85 nnn Parking: Exclusive Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: 2 am...

$475,000

$475,000

High-Volume Drive-Thru Restaurant on I-10 | $2M+ Sales | Semi-Absentee

Riverside County, CA

Financial Overview Asking Price (Business Only): $1,200,000 Asking Price (With Real Estate): $4,500,000 Gross Revenue: $2,000,000+ Cash Flow (Net Before Rent): $400,000 Inventory: Not included in...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Dream of Owning a Bar? This is it!! Includes Real Estate & Apartment

$800,000 - Marysville, CA

$800,000

Marysville, CA

Casual Café & Burger with Drive-Thru; Steady Sales; Asking $1.2M

Thousand Palms, CA

> A well-established family casual café and burger restaurant with drive-thru service is being offered for sale in Thousand Palms, Riverside County. > The business has been operating successfully...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Popular Urban Coastal Restaurant & Bar w/Full Liquor-Multiple Patios

Los Angeles County, CA

Turnkey Opportunity Well-established, high-energy urban coastal restaurant and bar located in a bustling, walk-able city district surrounded by restaurants, shops, and theaters. This attractive venue...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $71,247

Chicken Franchise Hot Sale !!

Hacienda Heights, CA

Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Business Type: Hot Chicken / Fast Casual Restaurant Status: Fully Turnkey – Ready for Immediate Operation Average monthly Gross sales: $45,000 ~ 55,000 Monthly rent:...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Established Mexican QSR Restaurant-Profitable – So. Placer County

Placer County, CA

Profitable Mexican Restaurant Long-Established: Make Your Offer Now! Rare opportunity to acquire an established Mexican restaurant for sale in Friendly South Placer County, California, operating in...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Exceptional Bar & Restaurant – 6,500 sq ft - $4 million Annual Revenue

Monterey County, CA

Exceptional Bar & Restaurant – 6,500 sq ft - $4 million Annual Revenue – Established 2001 - Monterey County RRC# 5196 Offered At $1,200,000 Location: Monterey County Annual Revenue:$4,291,000 Annual...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Silver Lake Sexy all day cafe and bar on corner

Silver Lake, CA

An existing approximately 2,500 SF signalized corner location in Silver Lake Full kitchen and a bar beer / wine license outdoor patios high ceilings lease with options nda...

$285,000

$285,000

Established Downtown Bistro

Santa Barbara, CA

This distinguished bistro is located in the vibrant heart of downtown Santa Barbara within a well-known retail and dining plaza. Established in 2007, the restaurant offers a refined and intimate...

$239,000

$239,000

Tea, Boba & Asian Fusion Restaurant for sale!

Orange, CA

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION ... A modern Tea/Boba and Asian Fusion restaurant, established in 2023 and equipped with new appliances and furnishings, is available for sale. The property offers 2,100...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $45,000

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 $675,000 Location: Sonoma County Location...

$675,000

$675,000

Bar and Restaurant – Classic Neighborhood Favorite w/Street Visibility

Ontario, CA

This Greater Ontario Area combination restaurant and bar is a longtime local neighborhood favorite with great access and street visibility. The venue is known for its classic food and welcoming,...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $258,495

Turnkey Pizza Restaurant for Sale – Convert to Any Concept

$75,000 - Yorba Linda, CA

$75,000

Yorba Linda, CA

Wasim Rahman

TNW BUSINESS BROKERS

Family run Mexican Restaurant

Escondido, CA

Established over 25 years, this a family owned and run Mexican restaurant. Does not serve alcohol, but a new owner may easily get a license. Open 7 days Profitable...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Turnkey Beach City Bistro | Prime Trade Area | Patio | Low Rent |

Orange County, CA

Turnkey Beach City Bistro | Prime Trade Area | Patio | Low Rent | ABC 41 | $155K Seller Earnings | SBA Qualified RRC#5182 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $660,000 Annual...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

The Popular, Bistro Punahele Tonnelier in Oakley is for Sale!

Discovery Bay, CA

The Popular, Bistro Punahele Tonnelier in Oakley is for Sale! A MUST SEE Restaurant Concept w/Distinctive Design in a Historic Building RRC# 5222 Offered at $329,000 Location: 3530 Main St, Oakley, CA...

$329,000

$329,000

Sacramento Metro Area – Sports Bar & Grill with Huge Patio – $220,000

Yolo County, CA

Sacramento Metro Area – Sports Bar & Grill with Huge Patio – $220,000 RRC#5221 Offered at $220,000 Location: Yolo County Annual Revenue: $1,038,410 Annual Cash Flow: $88,000 Monthly Rent: $9,917...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $88,000

Little Caesars - California

San Diego County, CA

Little Caesars in California for sale – $125,000 This location is currently part of a larger ownership structure and is primed for an owner-operator ready to step in and take the reins. It is an ideal...

$125,000

$125,000

National Fast Food Burger Franchise- Drive-thru restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

Drive-Thru Fast-Food Franchise – Rarely in the market Purchasing this established franchise gives you the stability and customer trust that new restaurants lack. Because the brand has decades of...

$220,000

$220,000

Quick Service Chicken Shop, Low rent,

Fountain Valley, CA

Quick Service Restaurant for Sale – Orange County, CA Excellent opportunity to acquire a turnkey quick service restaurant in a desirable Orange County location. The space consists of approximately...

$99,000

$99,000

Mediterranean Grill restaurant

San Clemente, CA

This established Mediterranean Grill restaurant presents a compelling investment opportunity in the thriving San Clemente dining market. The business demonstrates consistent operational performance...

$120,000

$120,000

Salim Farha

Realty Executives of Northern California

Serving Merced County, CA

At Realty Executives Commercial we go the extra mile for our clients. We offer services in a sense as if we are purchasing or selling assets for our selves, that is the type of service you can expect from working with us. We tailor our interactions with you according to your needs and goals you are trying to achieve. We never leave any stones unturned trying to accomplish purchases, sales, leasing, buyouts, build outs, developing or just merely growing your portfolios.

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Nunos Bistro & Bar in Upland - SBA Loan Pre-Approved

San Bernardino County, CA

Nunos Bistro & Bar in Upland - SBA Loan Pre-Approved - Restaurant & Cocktail Bar – Enviable Location with Patio RRC#5220 Asking Price: $345,000 Location: San Bernadino County Annual Revenue:...

$345,000

$345,000

Cash Flow: $266,000

Real Estate Opportunity with Restaurant Infrastructure on Main Steet

San Mateo County, CA

Real Estate Opportunity with Restaurant Infrastructure on Main Thoroughfare in Daly City RRC#5219 Offered at $995,000 Location: San Mateo County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$995,000

$995,000

Downtown Walnut Creek Restaurant Buildings for Sale!

Walnut Creek, CA

Walnut Creek, CA

Steven Mesita

AYANA RETAIL

American Cafe with Drive Thru on I - 10 Freeway

Thousand Palms, CA

Profitable Restaurant: Offered for sale at $ 1,36. million, this freestanding family casual restaurant includes Established & High-Volume: Operating since 2014 with drive-thru, serving a strong mix of...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $444,000

Seafood Boil Restaurant in Downtown Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

A great opportunity to own one of the most recognized Seafood Boil restaurants in Los Angeles. Established in 2023 and located in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, Stinkin Crawfish is a perfect...

$50,000

$50,000

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

$130,000

Cash Flow: $42,484

Profitable Hawaiian BBQ – Chino Area

Chino, CA

Profitable Hawaiian BBQ – Chino Area Owner-Operator Opportunity | Turnkey | Strong Cash Flow Asking Price: $109,000 Overview: This Hawaiian BBQ restaurant is a turnkey, profitable operation in a...

$109,000

$109,000

Costa Mesa Area Restaurant & Bar – Established Customer Favorite!

Costa Mesa, CA

This well-established family operated Costa Mesa area restaurant and bar has been a customer favorite for over 5 decades and is being offered for the first time! The spacious venue, that has become a...

$895,000

$895,000

Cash Flow: $205,190

Fully Built-Out Restaurant w/ Patio & Bar

Alameda County, CA

A long-standing café and restaurant serving the Livermore Valley for over 10 years, offering a well-designed and versatile space. The restaurant features a bright 3,500 sq ft main dining area, a 600...

$355,000

$355,000

Korean Style Fried Chicken, Positive Cash Flow, Quick Return!

Monterey Park, CA

Picture yourself owning this thriving Korean-style fried chicken restaurant that's been serving satisfied customers for over 8 years. You'll step into a turn-key operation in a modern, inviting 1,100...

$120,000

$120,000

Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in California
Market OverviewListed for Sale
Number of Businesses Analyzed257
Median Asking Price$349,900
Median Reported Revenue$996,198
Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$132,065
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$180,000$349,900$690,000

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$84,000
Median$996,198$132,065
Upper Quartile$1,562,790$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 Quartile0.261.83
Median0.352.57
Upper Quartile0.513.48
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 $349,900, though prices range from under $180,000 to well over $690,000.

How much do American Restaurants owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in California is $996,198 and owners earn a median of $132,065, 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 0.35. Earning multiples range from 1.83 to 3.48, with the median at 2.57. This means the typical American Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.35 times its annual revenue, and 2.57 times its annual owner earnings.

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