Irvine, CA
*May not qualify for an SBA loan, as the business has been operating for less than two years. *Seller is not open to doing any seller financing. *Anyone who contacts the store directly or approaches...
$790,000
California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale
Market Info
Prime Irvine Restaurant Opportunity | High-Volume ($3M Annual Sales)
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Turnkey Charcuterie Business
Tulare County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey specialty food and charcuterie franchise operating in Tulare County, California. The business focuses on elevated presentation and...
$148,000
High-Volume Turnkey Restaurant in Lake Forest & Irvine
Lake Forest, CA
Intersection of Rockfield Blvd & Lake Forest Dr This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, turnkey restaurant perfectly positioned on the border of Lake Forest and Irvine. Located at the...
$425,000
12
Niche Facilities Service and Repair Business
Roseville, CA
Own a Proven Niche Business with an Established Customer Base in the Sacramento area. Are you ready to be your own boss and build a business you can truly call your own? Whether you have experience in...
$150,000
EBITDA: $80,000
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Bubble Tea Business for Sale – Downtown San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
Asking Price: $218,000 Location: Downtown San Mateo, CA Size: 1,400 SF (Ground Floor) + Bonus 2nd Floor Storage & Office Rent: $7,160/month (NNN included – very favorable) Business Description...
$218,000
Juice Bar Franchise - 100% Employee Run -Rancho Cucamonga/Fontana area
San Bernardino County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire an 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in desirable and upscale Rancho Cucamonga/Fontana area, County of San Bernardino. Please note, that...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $135,424
$4M Revenue- Iconic Waterfront Dining Destination- Legacy Lease
Monterey, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a landmark, high-revenue restaurant in one of Monterey’s most visited historic waterfront districts. This is an irreplaceable setting that benefits from constant tourist...
$2,395,000
Cash Flow: $670,000
Well Established Mexican Restaurant-Beer and Wine License
Fountain Valley, CA
This well-established restaurant is located on the corner of a remarkably busy, high traffic area surrounded by several well known major businesses whose employees, clients and shoppers are drawn to...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $224,500
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Arcadia Turnkey Bakery & Food Space | Unbeatable Rent
Arcadia, CA
Seize the chance to own a versatile food space in one of Arcadia’s most desirable retail corridors. Located on Duarte Road, this ~900 sq. ft. boutique is currently operating as the acclaimed French...
$110,000
19
High-Volume AYCE Buffet, $6M Sales, $1.5M SDE, Ready to Expand
Los Angeles County, CA
CONFIDENTIAL SALE – DO NOT CONTACT EMPLOYEES OR VISIT WITHOUT APPOINTMENT. This high-volume AYCE buffet restaurant in Los Angeles County presents an opportunity to acquire an established and highly...
$4,600,000
Cash Flow: $1,500,000
FranchiseVitality Bowls
Available in California
Vitality Bowls is a low-initial cost, fast-casual café franchise specializing in açaí bowls, smoothies, salads, and more, made with clean ingredients in allergy-friendly kitchens. Today, the brand has grown into an award-winning franchise known for its attention to organic ingredients and strong customer loyalty. The brand offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to open a café business well-positioned in the booming health and wellness dining category.
$75,000
Rare Opportunity: 14-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring
Ontario, CA
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – HIGH-TRAFFIC LOCATION, ESTABLISHED & PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine – Ontario, California An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $192,000
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Mediterranean Restaurant | Prime Southern California Market
San Bernardino County, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-performing Mediterranean restaurant franchise in Southern California's dynamic market. This turnkey operation combines authentic cuisine with modern...
$850,000
Cookie and Dessert Kiosk Inside Glendale Galleria
Glendale, CA
REALEST is proud to present a branded dessert opportunity located inside the Glendale Galleria, one of the most heavily trafficked shopping centers in Los Angeles County. The business operates from a...
$99,000
Cash-flowing turnkey restaurant with 40 years of proven operations
Glendale, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a cash-flowing, turnkey restaurant with a 40-year operating history in an upscale, safe Glendale area. The business benefits from long-standing neighborhood...
$150,000
4
Restaurant & Bar - Full Liquor(ABC-Type 47) - High Net
Corona, CA
Great opportunity to acquire an attractive, upscale, high net, short hours, restaurant & bar with full liquor(ABC-Type 47) license located in a desirable Corona community, County of Riverside. This...
$500,000
Felizardo Gaxiola
First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team
Serving Riverside County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the accessibility and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers and the largest inventory of businesses available for sale. Our Inland Empire team will help you thru all the steps to sell or buy a business as a part of your business plan. We are a brokerage firm that will guide you from a business valuation to each milestone of the process and back you up as a legal shield avoiding risks and becoming your negotiator for this new lifetime decision. In summary, if you have a business you would like to sell or are ready to buy a business, the First Choice Inland Empire team would be proud to be your “First Choice” for buyer or seller representation, we genuinely care and understand the plans you have for YOU and your loved ones. We create opportunities for people: The Business Brokerage core business is actually a “people business” first and foremost, and we understand this. We create business opportunities that deliver value for people’s life. We are experts on the process: With a combination of business finance, marketing and operations, we highlight the real value that business buyers and sellers’ demand. From initial strategic exit planning through valuation, acquisition and marketing to closing the deal. Structuring, negotiating and closing deals: Our transactions are life-changing for the business owners, their families and employees. We understand the “psychology of the deal” and the emotions that come with it. We manage all the implications so you can experience a smooth process. It’s about knowing the true value of your company: We understand your business and its true value in order to present the opportunity to strategic buyers that are looking for your specific true value, and therefore willing to pay more. Formulation of the right strategy involves experience.
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Operating Celebrity Driven Ultra Lounge in the Heart of West Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA
Unique & Incredible Build Out with so much upside potential! Established Management Company in place! Perfect for Hands off operator! Located on the World Famous Sunset Strip in the heart of West...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring
San Dimas, CA
Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – TURNKEY, ESTABLISHED, PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine | San Dimas, California Presenting a...
$875,000
Cash Flow: $715,000
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Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant
Petaluma, CA
This historic 1870 building has been newly restored and renovated. It includes a complete restaurant with an open kitchen. The restaurant is being sold as a turn-key restaurant that is ready to go....
$350,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
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Prime Ventura Blvd Location | Type 47 Liquor License
Sherman Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a 4,500 SF restaurant space with a Type 47 (full liquor) license located on one of the most active and desirable stretches of Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks. The...
$380,000
19
Great opportunity deli shop in Costa Mesa, CA rent only $1,100
Costa Mesa, CA
Established New York Style Deli - Costa Mesa Turnkey Opportunity This well-established deli has been serving Costa Mesa since 2017, generating $200,000 in annual revenue with $70,000 EBITDA. Located...
$175,000
3
FranchiseCharleys Philly Steaks & Wings
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
$200,000
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
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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
Cal Burger Cal Burrito Restaurant located in UC Berkeley's North Side
Berkeley, CA
I started this business in 2025, but due to ongoing family obligations that require frequent travel between the Bay Area and Texas, I’m unable to give the business my full attention. As a result,...
$25,000
Cash Flow: $18,000
6
Little Italy Restaurant & Bar. Turnkey with Management Company!
San Diego, CA
Established Management Company in place! Perfect for Hands off operator! Located in Little Italy in San Diego! One of a kind busy location with Hotels, Condos and tourists! We have an incredible...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $425,000
Mexican Restaurant(s) - Two(2) Units with Real Estate(Land & Building)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these well established businesses...
$9,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,297,505
Standalone Restaurant for Sale in Prime Chino Hills Location
Chino Hills, CA
Located in the heart of Chino Hills, this well-known Cantonese restaurant presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, high-capacity dining establishment in one of the most desirable and...
$250,000
14
Mexican Food Drive Through Restaurant For Sale
Torrance, CA
Step into a turnkey Mexican restaurant opportunity that delivers immediate cash flow and lifestyle freedom in one of Torrance's most visible locations. This established community favorite generates...
$199,999
Cash Flow: $75,000
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The Only Cannoli
Oceanside, CA
We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023, & 2025 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
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Popular Mediterranean Fast-Casual Business
Orange County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a modern Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant franchise operating in Orange County, one of Southern California’s most desirable and affluent markets. Established in...
$875,000
Cash Flow: $28,846
Yogurt Shop That Can Be Run As Absentee Owner. Turnkey Business!
Sacramento County, CA
This yogurt shop opened in 2015 under previous ownership. The current owner purchased the business in 2017. Since then, the owner has made modifications such as offering 3rd party delivery, adding new...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $105,999
FranchiseLe Macaron
Available in California
Bring the joy of French indulgence to your community—macarons, espresso, pastries, and more—supported by a franchise family dedicated to your success.
$100,000
Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, great street visibility, and ample parking for...
$125,000
SBA Approved & Absentee Run American Full-Service Restaurant Franchise
California
SBA Approved & Absentee Run American Full-Service Restaurant Franchise in NorCal - SC2256 This casual American full-service restaurant chain is a Northern California C Corporation and has been in...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
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High Margin Chinese / Vietnamese Restaurant w/ Full Kitchen in OC
Westminster, CA
REALEST is proud to present an exceptional opportunity to acquire a long standing Chinese / Vietnamese restaurant in Westminster known for its comforting home style cooking and loyal patron base of...
$895,000
Cash Flow: $620,000
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Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!
San Diego, CA
HOT NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE – A+ PRIME LOCATION – GASLAMP DISTRICT, SAN DIEGO This is your chance to own one of San Diego’s most electrifying nightlife venues, located in the heart of the iconic Gaslamp...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
Teriyaki madness
Pleasanton, CA
The Outstanding Operators program highlights brands that are getting creative with their off-premises approach. TMAD made the list by investing early in tech, digital ordering, and customer experience...
$1,200,000
5
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.
$400,000
Stir It Up Established & Profitable Cafe with Low Rent
Spring Valley, CA
Stir It Up Coffeehouse & Cafe presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Spring Valley's thriving Casa de Oro community. This established, profitable cafe generates $300,000 in annual revenue...
$99,999
10
E-2 Visa Friendly | To-Go Restaurant | New Equipment | Fremont
Fremont, CA
Asking Price: $166,000 Location: Fremont, CA Type: To-Go Only Restaurant Visa: E-2 Business Visa Friendly Well-established to-go only restaurant located in Fremont, CA. Easy-to-operate business with...
$166,000
2
Turnkey East Bay Area Bakery Cafe with Strong Wedding Cake Business
Alameda County, CA
FOR SALE: A complete Turnkey East Bay Area Bakery located in a busy shopping center. Attractive interior with 1182 sq ft of space that includes indoor and outdoor seating, attractive Federal display...
$350,000
Long Standing and Established Mexican Restaurant in Ukiah
Mendocino County, CA
This is a well-established Mexican restaurant located in Ukiah, California, operating in a high-visibility shopping plaza with strong local traffic. The restaurant is known for its authentic Mexican...
$147,050
Cash Flow: $4,170
Turnkey, Full-Service Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully turnkey, design-forward New American restaurant in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods. This chef-driven concept is known...
$250,000
Abhi Mathews, CFA
Minerva Valuations
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Minerva Valuations is a boutique, mid market advisory firm specializing in M&A/corporate finance, business valuations, acquisitions, divestitures, and shareholder value advisory services, with multiple locations in North America. Our clients include business owners, high net worth individuals, accountants, lawyers, bankers, government organizations and smaller financial institutions in a variety of industries.
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Pour Me Taproom
Gilroy, CA
Step into ownership of Pour Me Taproom, a profitable, turnkey, community-loved beer bar located in the heart of Gilroy’s growing downtown district. Voted Best of Gilroy three years running (2023,...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
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Prime Campus Location Restaurant/Bar Near UC Davis – 4,500 SF
Davis, CA
Prime Restaurant & Sports Bar Right Off UC Davis Campus – Fully Renovated This 4,500 sq ft location (3,500 sq ft interior + 1,000 sq ft L-shaped patio) is fully renovated with all new equipment and...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
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Santa Monica Restaurant/ Busy Breakfast Spot Beer & Wine Prime Area
Santa Monica, CA
Currently open for breakfast and lunch only, with strong potential for a new owner to expand into dinner service, delivery, and catering. The restaurant is generating $2,000,000 in 2025 gross sales...
$1,050,000
6
San Diego Speakeasy Gaslamp District
San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of the Gaslamp District in San Diego! Heavy Foot traffic from Padres games, Convention Center, Hotels, Condos and tourists! We have an incredible staff, management and concept...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Operate Beard Papa’s or launch new concept; seller motivated
Concord, CA
Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...
$148,000
FranchiseZiggi's Coffee
Available Nationwide
Brew community and profit with Ziggi’s Coffee—flexible formats, strong support, and high AUV in one of America’s fastest-growing franchises.
$150,000
Established Thai Restaurant
Cypress, CA
Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Cypress Location This well-established Thai restaurant offers an exceptional opportunity for owner-operators in Orange County's dynamic Cypress market. Operating...
$320,000
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Turn key Established Thai Restaurant
Artesia, CA
Turnkey Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Artesia Location This profitable Thai restaurant offers an exceptional turnkey opportunity for owner-operators in Los Angeles County's established Artesia...
$450,000
35
Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO EggDrop in Roseville, California
Roseville, CA
This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Roseville's most desirable markets. The space...
$275,000
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
$199,995
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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
FranchiseH&H Bagels
Available Nationwide
New York City's most iconic bagel since 1972, now expanding nationwide. Major metropolitan areas are still available.
$500,000
Buy or Sell a Restaurant and Food Business in California
| Market Overview | Listed for Sale |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 639 |
| Median Asking Price | $299,000 |
| Median Reported Revenue | $768,491 |
| Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $126,335 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $169,000 | $299,000 | $550,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Restaurants and Food Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $450,000 | $80,000 |
| Median | $768,491 | $126,335 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,239,132 | $210,417 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Restaurants and Food Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.29 | 1.82 |
| Median | 0.42 | 2.50 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.60 | 3.25 |
| Find out what these types of businesses actually sell for with a BizBuySell Valuation Report | ||
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Restaurant and Food Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Restaurant and Food Business in California is $299,000, though prices range from under $169,000 to well over $550,000.
How much do Restaurants and Food Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Restaurants and Food Businesses in California is $768,491 and owners earn a median of $126,335, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Restaurant and Food Business?
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 Restaurants and Food Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.29 to 0.60, with a median of 0.42. Earning multiples range from 1.82 to 3.25, with the median at 2.50. This means the typical Restaurant and Food Business in California may ask for around 0.42 times its annual revenue, and 2.50 times its annual owner earnings.
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