La Quinta, CA
For sale is a well-established Cold Stone Creamery franchise located in the desirable city of La Quinta, California. This popular ice cream store is situated in a busy commercial area, across the...
California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale
Market Info
Cold Stone Creamery La Quinta
$649,000
Cash Flow: $141,894
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
Two Turn-Key Restaurants in Irvine For Sale
Tustin, CA
Two established restaurant locations situated in high-performing shopping centers alongside strong national and regional retail tenants. Both locations benefit from consistent foot traffic, excellent...
5
$450,000
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
5 Juice Bars + Commercial Kitchen
Benicia, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location 100% organic cold-pressed juice company with strong brand reputation and a fully built production infrastructure. This business...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
'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
Thriving Vietnamese Pho Restaurant with Strong Cash Flow in Rocklin
Rocklin, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, well-established Vietnamese Pho restaurant with strong and consistent cash flow located in California. The business has built a loyal customer base...
$670,000
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
Mexican Restaurant
Palm Springs, CA
Exciting opportunity to own a thriving Mexican restaurant with a loyal clientele. The restaurant is situated in a prime, high-traffic location that attracts both local residents and tourists seeking...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $178,000
FranchisePizza Factory
Available in California
Looking for a business and lifestyle you love? Check out Pizza Factory–Awesome since 1978! Our franchisees are living the good life in a casual atmosphere that’s free of the limits of the rat race. For single and multi-unit operators, we offer generous territories with streamlined start-up costs and flexible fast-casual and quick-service buildout models. Pizza Factory specializes in vast menu offerings, serving fresh, never frozen hand-tossed pizza, pasta, wings, sandwiches, salads, beer, wine and more. Awards include: Top 6 Food and Beverage franchise by both Franchise Business Review and QSR Magazine, PMQ’s Pizza Magazine’s leading franchises; and Entreprenuer.com’s Franchise 500.
$130,000
Easy to Operate Restaurant in Busy Downtown Asian District
Los Angeles County, CA
Exciting opportunity to own a proven, easy-to-run restaurant concept in a high-traffic downtown Asian district. This business is part of a fast- growing Chinese franchise with over 130 thriving...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $67,854
San Gabriel Valley. Azusa
Los Angeles County, CA
We’re selling our Juice Bar franchise in,California because our family has moved out of state to Washington, and it’s become difficult to manage the business from a distance. We’ve loved being a part...
$139,000
Three Fatburger restaurant package for Sale
$1,495,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Centrally Located Boba Franchise For Sale
Visalia, CA
Well established Boba Shop for sale. Deep-rooted throughout facets of the community. With limitless expansion possibilities through catering and other community events. Experienced and highly...
$375,000
Franchise Fast-Casual Mexican Restaurant For Sale
Santa Clarita, CA
Close-knit, family owned/operated fast-casual Mexican restaurant, going on its 14th year in operation in the Valencia Town Center. Strong and trustworthy managerial and support staff. Great...
5
$700,000
EBITDA: $175,000
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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Highly Profitable Round Table Pizza! Owner Operator Can Net $236,020!
Sonoma County, CA
Round Table is the premier West Coast pizza franchise. They are in 8 states with over 410 Locations. Known for high quality pizzas. This business is SBA Pre-Qualified for a qualified buyer. MUST SEE!...
$398,000
Cash Flow: $149,442
Established Chinese Restaurant For Sale In SF Financial District
San Francisco, CA
Iconic Chinese Restaurant – Prime San Francisco Financial District Rare opportunity to own a well-established Chinese restaurant with 40+ years of success in San Francisco’s Financial District....
$150,000
Long Established Profitable Papa Murphy's For Sale! Turnkey Staff!
Sacramento, CA
This is a Well Established Papa Murphy's Pizza for sale. Owner is semi-absentee and only spends 10-14 hours a week there. Originally established in 1998! For 27 years it has been open in a sought...
$149,999
Cash Flow: $37,630
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
Sushi & Roll Restaurant in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
This established sushi and Japanese restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in Bakersfield's premier shopping mall location. Operating since 2021, the business generates $1,300,000 in annual...
$399,000
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
Danville Fully "Turn Key" Cafe / BOBA / Dessert
Danville, CA
Established turnkey dessert cafe and boba shop located in prime Danville location within Trader Joe's shopping center. Uji Time Desserts offers Japanese-inspired desserts in a clean, modern 1,210...
3
$160,000
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 Shop For Sale
$180,000
Garden Grove, CA
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
High-Traffic Boba + Coffee Shop in Historic Orange Circle – Turnkey!
Orange, CA
Established boba and coffee shop in the heart of Historic Orange Circle offering a rare turnkey opportunity in one of Orange County's most desirable locations. This thriving business benefits from...
$250,000
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
Established 40-Year Fish & Chips Restaurant – Turnkey & Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
Operating continuously from the same Los Angeles location for over four decades, this well-established quick-service Fish & Chips restaurant has become a beloved local favorite. Known for its...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
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
Turnkey Dessert Business Prime Shopping Mall Location Next to Ranch 99
San Jose, CA
RARE opportunity to acquire a turnkey food & beverage business in one of San Jose’s most high-traffic shopping destinations. This golden corner location is situated directly next to Ranch 99, ensuring...
6
$160,000
Market Sushi Franchise In Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Immediately to the right at the entrance of the Supermarket. Busy market with heavy foot traffic daily and excellent visibility. Business Highlights: *Gross Sales: $30,000/month *Net Income:...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $129,600
FranchiseVillage Inn
Available Nationwide
For the very best in breakfast and beyond, look no further than Village Inn - with a refreshed, modern store design and a well-established, reputable brand history.
$250,000
Established Restaurant for Sale – Prime Location, 10 Years+ Business
Arcadia, CA
This well-known Taiwanese restaurant is a rare opportunity in a high-traffic, prime location. With over a decade of strong performance, this restaurant has built a loyal customer base that appreciates...
5
$150,000
Restaurant business for sale in San Francisco, West Portal area.
San Francisco, CA
INDIAN RESTAURANT BUSINESS SALE - WEST PORTAL, SAN FRANCISCO Turnkey restaurant business opportunity in San Francisco's desirable West Portal neighborhood. This established Indian restaurant,...
$190,000
Sizzler Franchise - Beer & Wine -Well Established -San Fernando Valley
$250,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Built-Out Restaurant in Sunny Seaside, CA
Seaside, CA
Well-maintained, fully built-out restaurant located in a desirable Seaside, California area. Currently operating as a German eatery, but the space and layout allow for an easy concept change....
$329,000
Turn-Key Restaurant for Sale in Prime Woodland Hills Location
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable, fully equipped restaurant in the heart of Woodland Hills on busy Ventura Blvd. This 295 sq. ft. turn-key operation has been a neighborhood favorite for over 12...
6
$85,000
Cash Flow: $48,000
FranchiseChurch's Texas Chicken
Available in California
QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
$250,000
Free Standing Chinese Restaurant
Barstow, CA
Chinese Restaurant with huge parking lot. Located next to Motel 6. Has a lot of potential. Full Liquor License Sold Separate for $80K....
6
$210,000
Desert Shop with very easy to Run
Los Angeles, CA
The Desert shop has big Korean shopping center. 1). Monthly gross sale is $33,000 2). Monthly rents $ 4,500 + $ 500 NNN 3). Lease Has 3 Year + 0 Years or New Lease 4). Size is approx. 800 SF.+ Patio...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
Franchised Established Pizza & Arcade Restaurant (SBA Approved)
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Own your own pizza restaurant part of well known pizza franchise. Good sales and a large location with a large arcade that also brings in income. Proof of funds required, Experience Required. SBA...
$875,000
Cash Flow: $246,000
Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine, San Diego, California (Asset Sale)
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
Highly Rated Turnkey Organic Bistro
Shasta County, CA
This well-established organic bistro represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly regarded, mission-driven brick-and-mortar food concept. The business has built an excellent reputation for...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $34,011
G. Robert (Bob) Allen, CBI, M&AMI
Business Team
Serving Fresno County, CA
The Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States, with 16 offices in 5 states and over 7,500+ closed transactions since 1981
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Bar - SF Type 48 ABC license
San Francisco County, CA
Corner bar located in San Francisco. Needs an owner operator....
$200,000
Attractive Hookah Bar with outdoor Patio
Huntington Beach, CA
Established Hookah Bar & Cafe Lounge - Prime Huntington Beach Location This profitable hookah bar and cafe lounge has been successfully operating since 2011, generating strong cash flow of $120,000...
$199,999
Cash Flow: $120,000
Turnkey Charcuterie Business
$220,000
Tulare County, CA
Popular Restaurant, Bar, and Hookah
North Hollywood, CA
Turnkey Restaurant/Bar Opportunity in Prime North Hollywood Location An excellent restaurant and bar business opportunity is now available in the heart of North Hollywood — a vibrant, rapidly growing...
5
$795,000
Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant
Fountain Valley, CA
Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant - OC Mediterranean Restaurant – Location, Location, Location! Established in 2021, this thriving Mediterranean restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in the...
5
$329,000
Turn key restaurant for sale
Sacramento, CA
Exciting Opportunity to Own a Cajunfood Business ------------------------------------------------ Are you looking for a unique opportunity to own a well-established Cajun seafood business or create...
6
$190,000
Tony's Barbecue & Bibingkinitan Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
Great opportunity to own a Barbecue Restaurant at a great location in Anaheim, CA (Harbor Blvd and 91 Freeway). *** with its most recent and Current Surge in Sales and Social Media Following. This...
6
$225,000
Americas Cookie Store (Mrs. Fields Cookies)
Bakersfield, CA
Celebrated by multiple generations, Mrs. Fields® today enjoys the highest aided brand awareness in the industry and maintains a strong market presence. Products are sold via MrsFields.com, gifting...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Turnkey Hookah Lounge for Sale
Fresno, CA
Turnkey Hookah Lounge for Sale - Prime Fresno Location Established hookah lounge operating in a prime Fresno, California location presents an exceptional opportunity for new ownership. This turnkey...
6
$70,000
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
Poke Restaurant - Established in 2015, Absentee Run
Los Angeles, CA
One of the very first poke restaurant in Los Angeles. Established in 2015. Original Owner. Absentee run. Great potential for growth with owner operation. Motivated Seller!!! Description Asking Price:...
$89,900
EBITDA: $25,000
Beautiful French Bistro Restaurant for sale in Rolling Hills Estates
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Located in the lovely Promenade on the Peninsula Mall that includes skating ring, bowling alley (coming soon), movie theater, private preschool and daycare, gym and sport club, retail stores to name a...
4
$375,000
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
$475,000
Cash Flow: $196,000
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
Buy or Sell a Restaurant Business in California
Food and restaurant businesses are among the most common businesses bought and sold on BizBuySell. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is helpful to have some context on the local market. To provide that context, we have analyzed restaurant for sale listings in California and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
1,825 |
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Median Asking Price |
$282,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$660,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$120,000 |
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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 Restaurant Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.29 |
1.91 |
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Median |
0.42 |
2.50 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.60 |
3.33 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Restaurant Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant in California?
The median asking price for restaurants in California is $282,000. However, prices can range significantly higher or lower depending on location, size, type, and the financial health of the business.
How much do restaurant owners earn?
The median reported discretionary earnings for restaurant businesses listed for sale in California is $120,000. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How are restaurants in California valued?
Most business owners (and buyers) will start by applying earnings and revenue multiples to the businesses reported financials. This way buyers and sellers can gauge the value of a restaurant business relative to its peers in the market.
Based on our most recent analysis of California restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.29 to 0.60, with the median at 0.42. Earnings multiples range from 1.91 to 3.33, with the median at 2.50. This means restaurants in California are valued, on average, around 0.42 times annual revenue, and/or 2.50 times annual owner earnings.
On average, businesses sell for about 80-90% of asking price, so valuation multiples based on active listings tend to be higher than closed sale multiples.
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