Rancho Mirage, CA
RM Coffee is currently for sale in beautiful Rancho Mirage California. This establishment is known for its exceptional offerings, including a wonderful selection of coffee, drinks, baked goods and...

Rancho Mirage, CA
RM Coffee is currently for sale in beautiful Rancho Mirage California. This establishment is known for its exceptional offerings, including a wonderful selection of coffee, drinks, baked goods and...
$575,000
Westminster, CA
Bright and clean atmosphere bubble tea shop for sale. We offer a wide variety of milk tea, fruit tea, slush, and dessert menu items. Customers can adjust the sweetness and ice level to their...
$149,000

San Francisco, CA
Fully equipped with Type-2 Hood, ADA Restroom, standing fridges, 3-compartment sinks, and much more! Option to add Type-1 Hood and turn Gas-line on. RARE Food-Use space that was build-out in 2018 is...
$50,000

Davis, CA
TURNKEY TEA & ASIAN FOOD OPPORTUNITY - READY TO GENERATE IMMEDIATE REVENUE Step into a profitable food service business that eliminates startup risks and delivers instant cash flow. This established...
$210,000
West Covina, CA
Serious inquiries only. A signed NDA and proof of funds are required to receive the address and additional details. May be eligible for E-2 Visa - speak with your immigration attorney Perfect for an...
$225,000
Pasadena, CA
Cozy Nook Café is a charming, fully built-out neighborhood café offering a rare turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator, seasoned restaurateur, or hospitality group seeking a ready-to-open space in...
$65,000
San Mateo, CA
Asset Sale: Established Boba Shop in Prime Downtown San Mateo This is an asset sale opportunity for a boba shop established in 2019, strategically located in the heart of downtown San Mateo,...
$85,000
Los Angeles County, CA
AS-IS, ASSET SALE Discover an inviting, modern café that has quickly become a local favorite among coffee & bubble tea lovers. This beautifully designed establishment offers a warm, welcoming...
$85,000
San Mateo County, CA
2,170 sq. ft. Cafe wine bar available, surrounded by offices and adjacent to central shopping area, featuring brick and wood designer finishes, type-41 liquor license, self-venting oven, enclosed...
$120,000
Placerville, CA
DRIVE THRU COFFEE SHOP ASSET SALE - PLACERVILLE, CA Turnkey drive-thru coffee shop asset sale located in Placerville, California, offering an exceptional opportunity in the thriving El Dorado County...
Not Disclosed
San Jose, CA
Established Turnkey Boba Tea Shop - Asset Sale Opportunity Turnkey boba tea shop with complete kitchen setup available for immediate operation in high-traffic San Jose location. This fully equipped...
$180,000
Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
$1,750,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$160,000
$325,000
Anaheim, CA
Redwood City, CA
$180,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
$199,500
Alan Stahl
Future In Site Realty
Serving Ventura County, CA
Alan Stahl has worked in the investment world for more than 50 years. He started his career running one of the most successful municipal and government bond firms over the course of 30 years, after which, in 1992, he founded Future In-Site Realty Associates, Inc. This company became a cornerstone for developing and leasing more than 75 preschools, as well as nearly 2,500 multi family units, and senior-housing projects. Since 1992, Alan has been recognized as one of the most knowledgeable brokers in the child care industry. He personally owned and operated two PreSchools over 18 years, and managed to develop, buy, sell, lease and renegotiate more than 40 child care leases for clients such as Kindercare, Tutor Time, The Learning Experience, and boutique Montessori preschools.
San Mateo, CA
$288,000
San Mateo, CA
$109,000
Thousand Oaks, CA
$356,040
Glendale, CA
$450,000
San Francisco, CA
$120,000
Solano County, CA
$165,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$90,000
Concord, CA
$180,000
$447,801
La Jolla, CA
Rowland Hgts, CA
$335,000
Sacramento, CA
$995,000
Irvine, CA
$109,000
San Jose, CA
$190,000
Antioch, CA
$150,000
Chula Vista, CA
$120,000
West Covina, CA
$240,000
San Jose, CA
$190,000
San Jose, CA
$849,999
San Francisco, CA
$65,000
$169,999
Spring Valley, CA
Los Angeles, CA
$320,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
Glendale, CA
$75,000
Newport Beach, CA
$250,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
$250,000
Riverside County, CA
$200,000
San Diego, CA
$995,000
Raman Singh
JRP Realty Group
Serving Stanislaus County, CA
JRP Commercial is a trusted name in California's real estate landscape, specializing in commercial sales, leasing, and investment opportunities. With deep-rooted market knowledge and a client-first approach, we bridge the gap between vision and value—helping business owners, investors, and developers secure the properties that drive growth. Our commercial division is powered by seasoned professionals like Raman Singh, whose expertise spans retail centers, gas stations, quick-service restaurants, industrial spaces, land development, and more. Whether you're buying your first storefront, selling a portfolio, or expanding your franchise, JRP Commercial delivers tailored strategies and seamless transactions. At JRP, we don’t just close deals—we build long-term relationships founded on trust, transparency, and results. Our Services Include: Buyer & Seller Representation Tenant & Landlord Leasing Investment Sales & 1031 Exchanges Site Selection & Market Analysis Business Opportunity Sales
Daly City, CA
$200,000
San Francisco, CA
$200,000
$115,000
Alameda, CA
Anaheim, CA
$95,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$125,000
Livermore, CA
$25,000
Monterey County, CA
$849,000
El Dorado County, CA
$485,000
Irvine, CA
$150,000
Torrance, CA
$150,000
The coffee shop industry has experienced significant growth fueled by increasing urbanization, a rising middle class, and a growing appreciation for specialty coffee. There is a noticeable shift towards specialty coffee shops that offer unique brews, single-origin beans, and a focus on sustainability. Additionally, customers increasingly seek out coffee shops that provide a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, often using them as secondary workspaces.
Technology is playing a crucial role in shaping the coffee shop industry. From mobile ordering and payment systems to personalized marketing and loyalty programs, tech integration is enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.
Anyone looking to buy or sell a coffee shop or café in California must understand how these businesses are expected to perform financially, and how they are valued in the local business for sale market. To that end, we have aggregated coffee shop and café for sale listing data from California to surface typical revenue and earnings, as well as implied valuation multiples.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
112 |
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Median Asking Price |
$244,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$420,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$100,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Coffee Shop and Cafe Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.69 |
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Median |
0.54 |
2.75 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.75 |
3.90 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Coffee Shop & Cafe Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a coffee shop in California?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for an established coffee shop business in California is $244,500.
How much do coffee shop business owners earn?
California coffee shop and cafe owners report median annual sales of $420,000 and annual owner earnings of $100,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a coffee shop business?
Valuing a coffee shop or café involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among coffee shops listed for sale in California range from 0.37 to 0.75, with the median at 0.54. Earnings multiples range from 1.69 to 3.90, with the median at 2.75. These values suggest the average coffee shop business in California may sell for around 0.54 times its annual revenue, and 2.75 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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