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Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale in Prime Location

Rancho Mirage, CA

Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale in Prime Location This established sushi restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in Rancho Mirage, California's thriving dining market. Operating...

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$245,000

$245,000

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Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale

Fremont, CA

Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale Prime Location • Located in a busy area of Fremont, surrounded by large residential communities with steady foot traffic. • Right off the I-680 freeway...

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$130,000

$130,000

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Turnkey Dumpling restaurant for sale

Sacramento, CA

This is a fully equipped and operating Dumpling restaurant located in the busy Sacramento Power Inn commercial corridor. With a modern open kitchen and professional 10-ft Type 1 hood, the space is...

$68,000

$68,000

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Tastea Franchise - Boba Tea with full kitchen

San Jose, CA

TASTEA FRANCHISE - BOBA TEA WITH FULL KITCHEN Established boba tea franchise opportunity in San Jose's competitive food service market. This well-positioned business has maintained consistent...

$195,000

$195,000

Established Paint & Sip Studio in Bustling Southern California Market

Temecula, CA

Ready to own a business that mixes creativity, wine, and good vibes? This is your chance to step into a fully operational, turn-key paint and sip studio in the heart of Temecula! With over 8 years of...

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$150,000

$150,000

Established Multi-Unit Pizza Franchise - North San Diego County

Escondido, CA

This offering includes two turnkey, well-established pizza locations with disciplined operations and consistent performance. Both stores operate with clean, well-organized financials, trained teams,...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $180,003

Historic Marin Deli - $295K Revenue - Health Dept Already Approved!

San Rafael, CA

Historic Marin County Deli - 56-Year Legacy Business Opportunity Established in 1969, this iconic San Rafael deli has served the Marin community for over five decades, building an exceptional...

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$126,000

$126,000

Cash Flow: $73,603

Beach area Thai and Boba-corner spot-huge traffic-patio-41 lic.

San Diego, CA

Beach area Restaurant Opportunity—Dual concept Asian Fusion and Dessert/ Boba tea opportunity, High traffic street frontage walking distance to the beach. Unmatched Visibility, Full Kitchen, and...

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$199,999

$199,999

Profitable -great sales-great rent and location

San Diego, CA

Long established, loved by their customers and extremely PROFITABLE! Cash is preferred but this restaurant may qualify for SBA financing. Surrounded by businesses and minutes from Mission Valley,...

$429,999

$429,999

Cash Flow: $273,283

Multi-Unit Marcos Pizza Opportunity in Fresno County

Fresno County, CA

Marco’s Pizza is one of the fastest-growing pizza franchises in the United States, known for its commitment to high-quality, authentic Italian pizza made with fresh ingredients. Founded in 1978 in...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $113,000

Poke Restaurant for Sale

Galt, CA

Established poke concept operating in a modern 1,160 square foot space within a popular retail area featuring consistent foot traffic. This turnkey opportunity includes all necessary equipment and...

$80,000

$80,000

High-Volume Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar Near 580/680 Interchange

Alameda County, CA

This successful and well-established "Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar" is situated in an affluent, high-traffic area near the busy 580/680 interchange in Alameda County, California. Operating since...

$888,000

$888,000

Cash Flow: $317,000

Cinnaholic - Franchise Bakery For Sale in Corona, CA

$195,000 - Corona, CA

$195,000

Corona, CA

Profitable Pizza Restaurant in Rancho San Diego

El Cajon, CA

Rancho Giant Pizza is a well-established and highly regarded pizzeria known for its delicious, fresh-made pizzas, generous portions, and friendly customer service. Serving the community for years, the...

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$150,000

$150,000

Bar and Live Music Venue For Sale

Oakland, CA

The acclaimed Elbo Room Jack London bar is for sale. This fully equipped liquor bar and live music venue is located just 2 blocks from the waterfront in historic Jack London Square. It’s a turnkey...

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$225,000

$225,000

Lana Hout

First Choice Business Brokers LA

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $12 Billion in businesses for sale since our foundation in 1994. First Choice Business Brokers specializes in business sales across all industries with transaction sizes from approximately $50,000 to $50 million. First Choice Business Brokers assists business owners in selling their businesses by locating and matching them with a buyer and managing the entire sales process. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With several offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.

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Dairy Queen

Bermuda Dunes, CA

For sale in Bermuda Dunes, CA: a thriving Dairy Queen franchise opportunity. This well-established Dairy Queen location boasts a strong and loyal customer base in a high-traffic area, ensuring...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $104,977

Dick's on Arenas

Palm Springs, CA

Dick’s on Arenas is a vibrant and welcoming establishment that offers a safe and inclusive environment for the LGBTQ community to gather and celebrate. Nestled in the heart of the Arenas District,...

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$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $192,626

Profitable Indian Food Truck Business for Sales in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara, CA

Highlights: This is a profitable, fully turnkey mobile food business that has been successfully operating for 1.5 years. Although it currently runs under a franchise model, the buyer is not required...

$239,000

$239,000

Downtown Restaurant & Lounge – Full Bar, Patio, and Growth Potential

Riverside County, CA

Chef + Cocktail Driven | Absentee Run | Riverside County Step into a stylish, modern, intimate restaurant and lounge located in the heart of downtown, surrounded by heavy foot and vehicle traffic....

$298,888

$298,888

Il Giardino Beer & Wine License

Palm Springs, CA

Il Giardino is located in downtown Palm Springs just steps from the city parking lot. This is a great central location with private reserved parking as well. Il Giardino stands out as it is one of the...

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$420,000

$420,000

Cash Flow: $125,510

Brewery Listing ID: N-1034

California

• Established and Recognized Brand with Award Winning Beers • Significant Brewing Capacity • Diverse & Creative Product Line • Community-Driven Taproom • Attractive, Family-Friendly Facility • Located...

$470,000

$470,000

Cash Flow: $120,036

West LA Taco Shop – $600K Rev – Absentee Run – Whole Foods Opening

Los Angeles, CA

Operating Taco Shop – West Los Angeles - Location: Busy shopping center near Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, and Pizza Hut - Lease Terms: 4+ years remaining | $6,500/month | $15K deposit - Turnkey Operation:...

$49,888

$49,888

Awesome Spring Break Product - Ready to Grow!

$200,000 - Orange, CA

$200,000

Orange, CA

Grocery store with meat department and fully equipped kitchen

Sacramento County, CA

HIGH-VOLUME HALAL GROCERY STORE WITH RESTAURANT - EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY Thriving Afghan/Indian/Pakistani grocery store and restaurant established in 2022, generating impressive $2.5 million in...

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$1,499,000

$1,499,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Deli and Pizza restaurant-long established - great rent-full kitchen

Poway, CA

Are you ready to step into the flavorful world of Deli and Pizza restaurant ownership? This beloved family-run eatery is up for grabs, and it’s more than just a business it’s high volume deli ready...

$139,999

$139,999

Fremont High Traffic Location

Fremont, CA

Best location in Fremont full set hot pot restaurant equipment full kitchen walk in cooler freezer and hood...

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$500,000

$500,000

Popular/cash Cow /Short Hours/ Location Location Location

Los Angeles, CA

This is a local favorite high volume fast food spot. 70-80% of income is CASH. Only open 9am to 4 pm, and unlimited growth potential. Please provide proof of funds with inquiry for faster...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $174,000

SBA Pre-qualified! Very Profitable Japanese fusion Restaurant in LB

Long Beach, CA

"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1007 Area: Long Beach Asking Price: $3,300,000 includes...

$3,300,000

$3,300,000

Cash Flow: $1,128,694

Mediterranean Restaurant Premier Location

Fountain Valley, CA

Located right off the 405 Freeway in Fountain Valley, this restaurant enjoys incredible visibility and easy access. The location is surrounded by major national retailers and provides consistent foot...

$329,000

$329,000

Turn-Key High Valume $1M. well-known Pizza

Santa Clara County, CA

High Valum well-known Pizza in Prim intersection location with great visibility has a unique seating inside plus a couples outside. Surrounded by hotel, a mix of residential, commercial and office....

$220,000

$220,000

Togo’s – Strong Endcap Location in Safeway Anchored Center

Sacramento County, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a strong-performing Togo’s franchise located in a high-visibility endcap location at a busy intersection within a well-trafficked, Safeway-anchored shopping center....

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$250,000

$250,000

EBITDA: $123,000

Bar & Nightclub

Palm Springs, CA

For sale: A lively and vibrant bar located in the greater Palm Springs area, perfect for those who love to dance and have fun. This popular hotspot features reasonably priced drinks, ensuring great...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Cash Flow: $607,869

Authentic Sichuan-Style Hotpot Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights

$228,000 - Rowland Heights, CA

$228,000

Rowland Heights, CA

Lara Liu

CBD Investment Inc

SBA Pre-qualified! Sushi Restaurant in South Orange County

Orange County, CA

"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1027 Area: South Orange County Asking Price: $510,000...

$510,000

$510,000

Cash Flow: $187,810

Authentic Boba Tea Shop with Premium Ingredients – For Sale in Orange

Lake Forest, CA

Overview Turnkey opportunity! This beautifully designed boba tea shop comes fully equipped with high-end machinery, fixtures, and a loyal customer base. Buyers can seamlessly launch their own brand...

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $114,686

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

$599,000

Cash Flow: $292,000

Established Mexican Restaurant In good neighborhood for sale

Santa Rosa, CA

Established Mexican Restaurant in Prime Santa Rosa Location Zapata Taqueria presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving Mexican restaurant in the heart of Santa Rosa, California. This...

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$170,000

$170,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Family own Pizzeria for Sale

Roseville, CA

Family-Owned Pizzeria for Sale in Growing Roseville Market Established in 2017, this well-maintained family-owned pizza restaurant presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator in Roseville,...

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$199,999

$199,999

Breakfast and Brunch restaurant for sale in Saratoga affluent area

Saratoga, CA

Breakfast and brunch eatery for sale in Saratoga. Charming spot, plus patio, for breakfasts burgers, salmon and other traditional favorites, cooked with international flair. Artistic Food Paired with...

$180,000

$180,000

50 self pour beer wall, full kitchen & bar

Sacramento, CA

Private tours available, ready for immediate sale to a well qualified individual....

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$245,000

$245,000

Rolando Aldabert

Liberty Advisors

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

At Liberty Business Advisors we provide expert advisory and brokerage services to business owners and buyers both domestically and internationally. With offices conveniently located throughout California we have successfully represented over 2,000 business owners and completed more than $1.5 Billion of sales transactions since our founding in 2003. Our vast experience enables us to provide invaluable information and insight to business owners, buyers and investors while assisting them with every aspect of selling or buying a business or Income Property. If you are contemplating selling or buying a business, we will help you make it happen. Liberty Business Advisors is a multi-cultural company with 15 different languages spoken among our team of Brokers and Associates. Most importantly, we all speak one common language, the language of business. Our company philosophy at Liberty Business Advisors is to always place the needs of our clients first. We not only emphasize honesty and integrity in all our dealings, we make them absolutely imperative.

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Established Cafe | Açaí Bowls | Smoothies | Wraps in Prime Location!

Mountain View, CA

ESTABLISHED FRANCHISE CAFE - PRIME MOUNTAIN VIEW LOCATION Well-established superfood cafe franchise operating since 2018 in a high-traffic Mountain View location. This turnkey operation specializes in...

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$199,000

$199,000

Turnkey Sushi Restaurant in Prime Port Hueneme Location w Beer and Lic

Port Hueneme, CA

Turnkey Sushi Restaurant in Prime Port Hueneme Location with beer and wine lic. Here's your chance to own and operate Sushi restaurant, a well-established and popular sushi restaurant located in the...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!

$1,500,000 - San Diego, CA

$1,500,000

San Diego, CA

Newly Renovated Pizza Restaurants in San Jose

San Jose, CA

Beer & Wine License Included Accept EBT Food and EBT Cash For dine-in and take out orders Available on DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber, Slice Pizza Me is a well-established, profitable pizza restaurant...

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$150,000

$150,000

Established Italian Restaurant in Murphys Ca - Main Street Frontage

Murphys, CA

Opportunity awaits in the heart of historic downtown Murphys with the sale of Tuscanos, a well-loved and established Italian restaurant. Ideally situated in a prime, high-foot-traffic location along...

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$90,000

$90,000

Poke Business - Business Only + $50,000 Down Payment + Loan Approved

Chino Hills, CA

BUY A BUSINESS WITH ONLY $50,000 DOWN PAYMENT. LOAN IS ALREADY APPROVED FOR $375,000 & READY TO FUND. DOWN PAYMENT NEEDED IS ONLY $50,000 Poke Delight Restaurant - Business Only Monthly Sales -...

$350,000

$350,000

EBITDA: $141,000

Established Korean Restaurant in Fullerton – Turnkey & Profitable

Fullerton, CA

Beautifully maintained Korean restaurant located in the heart of Fullerton’s vibrant dining district. This turnkey establishment offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, a fully equipped commercial...

$685,000

$685,000

EBITDA: $195,000

Thriving Japanese Restaurant in Prime Shopping Mall Location

Pleasanton, CA

This fully equipped Japanese restaurant is a RARE opportunity to own a turnkey business in a bustling shopping center. With 2,128 sq. ft. of interior space and a 901 sq. ft. patio, the restaurant...

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$150,000

$150,000

Well-Located Japanese Restaurant with Strong Potential

Carson, CA

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, well-established Japanese restaurant with a strong reputation and loyal customer base. This business has been successfully operated by the...

$200,000

$200,000

Mobile Gourmet S'mores Cart

San Luis Obispo, CA

Are you ready to own a business that brings the heat to any event? The S’mores Cart is a uniquely designed mobile dessert concept, specializing in gourmet s’mores experiences for weddings, parties,...

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$45,000

$45,000

Cash Flow: $9,180

Frozen Yogurt Franchise in an excellent location, PRICE FOR QUICK SALE

La Mirada, CA

This established frozen yogurt franchise presents a data-driven investment opportunity in La Mirada's high-traffic retail corridor. Operating continuously for over one year with documented revenue...

$60,000

$60,000

Cafe i Bayview District of SF

San Francisco, CA

Small Cafe with limited cooking. Has Beer and Wine. Must See!...

$39,500

$39,500

Fast food restaurant for sale in a heavy populated area of Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

fast food restaurant in the heart of Los Angeles. close to Korea town. 3rd street & Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, in a heavy populated area ,its fast food approximately 1100 square feet,11 years leas 1...

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$99,000

$99,000

Franchise Take & Bake Pizza-Seller Financing with $50K Down! Low Rent!

Contra Costa County, CA

This is a very well-established Papa Murphy's. Seller financing is available for a qualified buyer....The owner will finance with only $50-$60K down! LOW BASE RENT OF ONLY $2,083!! This Papa Murphy's...

$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $105,000

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

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

1,825

Median Asking Price  

$282,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$660,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$120,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Restaurant Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.29

1.91

Median

0.42

2.50

Upper Quartile

0.60

3.33

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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