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Prime Noe Valley Restaurant on Bustling 24th Street Retail Corridor

San Francisco, CA

Prime Noe Valley Restaurant on Bustling 24th Street Retail Corridor RRC#: 5138 Asking Price: Offered At $149,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $806,261 Annual Cash Flow: $146,384...

$149,000

$149,000

Iconic SF Neighborhood Diner – Nearly 50 Years of Success

San Francisco, CA

Iconic SF Neighborhood Diner – Nearly 50 Years of Success & $1.98M Annual Revenue RRC#: 5141 Asking Price: $199,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $1,987,265 Monthly Rent:$8,500.00...

$199,000

$199,000

Turnkey Boba Shop with A1 Hood & Grease Trap

San Diego County, CA

Great business opportunity located on a highly visible corner in East County San Diego. Currently operating as a boba tea, slushie, and snack shop, this beautifully built-out space features modern...

$99,000

$99,000

Turn-Key Bakery & Café in Glendale – 800 sq ft, Fully Equipped

Glendale, CA

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to step into a fully equipped bakery & café located in a high-traffic retail plaza in Glendale. The approx. 800 sq ft space is offered at $5,000/month (NNN...

$175,000

$175,000

1,700sf Franchise Rice Yogurt Shop

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Franchise fee is already included in the sales price and there is no additional franchise payment. Owner is the only person works in the shop....

$68,000

$68,000

Huge Price Drop! Turn-Key Restaurant w/Full Buildout & Large Patio

Valencia, CA

Located in a well anchored shopping center of North Valencia, this fully built out space is outfitted with all of the necessary kitchen equipment and infrastructure to run a successful restaurant. It...

$119,000

$119,000

European-Inspired Wine & Cheese Bistro

Long Beach, CA

Step into an award-winning Wine and Cheese Bistro that blends the charm of a European-style café with the energy of Long Beach’s thriving Bixby Knolls district. This highly rated bistro has become a...

$120,000

$120,000

Pizza Shop with Beer & Wine License

San Bernardino County, CA

This established pizza restaurant offers a rare opportunity to own a turnkey operation in a thriving Grocery Store-anchored shopping center in Upland, California. With a beer and wine license already...

$150,000

$150,000

Chinese restaurant in a great location

Morgan Hill, CA

A Chinese restaurant is located on a major street in a fast growing City with lots of new development. There are ample parking spaces. It was remodeled a couple of years ago with much improvement and...

$180,000

$180,000

JUICE BAR FOR SALE | Absentee-Owned Opportunity in Prime Modesto

Modesto, CA

This is a turnkey franchise juice bar operating under a nationally recognized health and wellness brand, situated in a high-traffic retail location in Modesto. The menu features proven products,...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $70,489

Pizza Restaurant in Santa Clarita

Santa Clarita, CA

This pizza business is an absentee owner and if you are seeking savory and authentic pizza restaurant run by employees, this is an excellent and golden opportunity to own this well established,...

$520,000

$520,000

Cash Flow: $173,665

Beautifully Rustic Designed Corner Restaurant/Bar W/ type 47 License

Emeryville, CA

NEW LOWER PRICE! Established American casual dining restaurant and bar located on a prominent corner in Emeryville, California. This turnkey operation features a Type 47 liquor license and combines...

$150,000

$150,000

Burger joint for sale in El Cerrito shopping center

El Cerrito, CA

Here's your chance to own a popular hamburger restaurant in the bustling El Cerrito shopping center in California. This thriving business is situated in a prime location, nestled amongst top-tier...

$175,000

$175,000

FAMOUS Thai Restaurant for Sale! Lancaster! AMAZING! GREAT OPPORTUNIT

Lancaster, CA

FAMOUS Thai Restaurant for Sale! Lancaster! AMAZING! GREAT OPPORTUNITY - $270,000 (Lancaster) 1052 West Avenue K. near 10th St. W google map? ***FOR MORE INFORMATION!!!!!***** ************* CALL TOM...

$270,000

$270,000

Turnkey Café Space in Prime Retail Center

San Diego County, CA

Great business acquisition opportunity located in a busy retail center anchored by a national-brand grocery store. The current operation features a boba and specialty dessert café setup, offering a...

$25,000

$25,000

"Downtown San Mateo" Full Service & Banquet Restaurant for SALE!

San Mateo, CA

Full service & banquet style restaurant, seating capacity 150-200 people accommodation. Centrally located downtown San Mateo on 4th Ave. Restaurant is equipped with (2) kitchens, one for main dining...

$195,000

$195,000

Katrina Loftin, CBI MAMI

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Serving Sacramento County, CA

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Long Standing Napa County Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue

Napa County, CA

Long Standing Napa County Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue, $356K Net – SBA Pre-Approved RRC#:5142 Asking Price: $695,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,387,374 Annual Cash Flow:...

$695,000

$695,000

Profitable Gourmet Snack Business | Turnkey Opportunity

San Diego County, CA

This profitable gourmet snack business has been delighting San Diego customers since 2018. Known for its creative, high-quality treats, the brand has built a loyal local following and operates from a...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $65,877

High-Volume Baja Fresh with Baja Fresh 2.0 Upgrade

Los Angeles County, CA

Exceptional Baja Fresh opportunity in a prime, walkable neighborhood with strong local demand. This location generated $1.31M in annual sales, well above the system average, of $911k reflecting its...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $183,870

Long Established Profitable Takeout Pizza! Simple Operations! 50k Down

Concord, CA

Absentee Owner! Great Location! Located in a shopping center with a large Grocery Store as an anchor. Plenty of parking. Owner runs 35% labor and paid over $162,000 in labor last year. He Paid $12,000...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $83,486

Italian restaurant/Pizzeria with a full bar, Patio, great lease terms

San Juan Capistrano, CA

All buyers must be prepared to provide proof of funds, an experience resume, a business plan, and a menu. This is a perfect setup for an existing operator looking to expand into a turnkey location....

$375,000

$375,000

For Sale: Chinese Seafood Restaurant

San Jose, CA

Asking Price: $259k Size: 5000 sq. ft. Rent: $13k/month + $5k NNN Type: Full-Service Chinese Seafood Restaurant Established: Over 15 years Big kitchen area for dim sum and other food Parking: Ample...

$259,000

$259,000

Korean BBQ AYCE - Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic opportunity to own a popular Korean BBQ restaurant located in the heart of Koreatown! This well-established business is in a high-traffic area surrounded by other popular dining and...

$850,000

$850,000

Full Service Chinese Dim Sum Restaurant with Beer & Wine for sale

Northridge, CA

ESTABLISHED FULL-SERVICE CHINESE DIM SUM RESTAURANT - NORTHRIDGE, CA This well-established Chinese dim sum restaurant presents an exceptional ownership opportunity in Northridge's competitive dining...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $190,000

Seafood Restaurant- Large patio- Beer & Wine- Opens only 4 hours a day

Thousand Oaks, CA

Well established Mediterranean seafood restaurant with current Owner since 1992, Very very short business operating hour, Premises only opens 4 hours a day 28 hours a week, from 4pm to 8pm since...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $95,000

Modern boba tea shop with kitchen for sale in Downtown Millbrae

Millbrae, CA

Modern tea shop with snacks for sale in Downtown Millbrae. Modern and comfortable seating area. Located near restaurants, cafe, and easy access to highway 101. Easy order process via the kiosk. Nice...

$195,000

$195,000

Bakery Kitchen, Hood, Deck Ovens, Bread/Cakes/Boba— with CA Lottery

Rosemead, CA

This is not just a Chinese bakery — it is a fully built, code-compliant bakery kitchen with hard-to-replace equipment in a high-traffic retail center. A new owner can keep the current concept OR pivot...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $69,944

Subway restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

1200 Sq Ft Subway was recently renovated. Open 7 days a week from 9am to 9 pm. Very reasonable rent. 100% help rent...

$330,000

$330,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Mexican Fast Food Restaurant for Sale – Westminster, California

Westminster, CA

Established Mexican fast food restaurant for sale in Westminster, California, offering a turnkey opportunity in Orange County's competitive dining market. This fully operational business has been...

$120,000

$120,000

Profitable Beach Area Restaurant

Solana Beach, CA

Established/profitable restaurant/tap room located blocks from Fletcher Cove Beach. 1,700+ sq ft, full restaurant permit, beer/wine license. Currently configured as a Sushi Restaurant but it can be...

$185,000

$185,000

EBITDA: $100,000

Quick Service Restaurant, Low Rent, Takeout or Commercial kitchen

Huntington Beach, CA

DESCRIPTION: Business Summary: Turn-Key Quick Service Restaurant – Prime Huntington Beach Location A rare opportunity to acquire a fully-equipped, turn-key Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) located in a...

$99,000

$99,000

Ice Cream and Cookies A+ location

Orange County, CA

This is an easy-to-run, trend-driven concept with a strong UVP (similar to Crumbl Cookies) This is an excellent opportunity for a true turn-key operation, already built out, staffed, and running...

$250,000

$250,000

Charming boba tea shop for sale in Downtown Mateo

San Mateo, CA

Charming boba shop for sale in downtown San Mateo. They are known for Mofusand cat art and unique drinks like barley milk tea. Casual spot with a self-serve kiosk offering a variety of bubble tea...

$370,000

$370,000

IN ESCROW-Fully Remodeled, Absentee Operated Baskin-Robbins Franchise

Santa Clara County, CA

TAKING BACK-UP OFFERS AS OF 01/23/26 Please sign NDA, Buyer Profile, Personal Statement and put BB#3469 to view location and financials. **Gross revenue for January 1st to September 30th is $307,000**...

$399,999

$399,999

Cash Flow: $60,000

Japanese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Inner richmond

San Francisco, CA

Japanese restaurant for sale in San Francisco inner Richmond. Located near Sutro elementary school and mountain lake park. My old stomping ground where I grew up. Japanese offerings such as bento...

$150,000

$150,000

Asian restaurant for sale in San Francisco Ingleside area

San Francisco, CA

Chinese restaurant for sale in San Francisco on Ocean ave just blocks away from city college. Located in the heart of the scrappy Ingleside neighborhood on busy Ocean Avenue. Chinese joint offering...

$178,000

$178,000

Pizza restaurant with arcade and 41 ABC license, N.OC

Orange County, CA

This well-known neighborhood pizza restaurant has been part of the community for over 20 years. It went through a transformation of upgrades in ambiance, service, games and quality of pizza. Since...

$550,000

$550,000

Sourdough Franchise Restaurant

Humboldt County, CA

$120,000 net profit Sourdough franchising Absentee owner An absentee owner currently operates the business and is open from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM, offering tremendous upside potential for a hands-on...

$390,000

$390,000

BBQ Chicken Franchise - Redondo

Redondo Beach, CA

Restaurant – Prime Busy Location with Ample Parking Amazing location in a high-traffic area with ample parking and strong potential for growth. Beautifully built-out space ready for a new owner to...

$300,000

$300,000

BBQ Chicken Franchise - Tarzana

Tarzana, CA

BBQ Chicken Franchise – Busy Location with Ample Parking Great opportunity to own and operate a well-known BBQ Chicken franchise in a high-traffic area with ample parking. Steady sales and simple...

$360,000

$360,000

Pho restaurant - Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

Established Pho Restaurant – Prime Los Angeles Location Well-established Pho restaurant located in a high foot traffic area of Los Angeles with a strong base of loyal regular customers. Excellent...

$670,000

$670,000

Hawaiian BBQ - Burbank

Burbank, CA

Established Restaurant – Prime Burbank Corner Location Located in the heart of Burbank on one of the busiest streets, this highly visible corner unit restaurant offers strong foot traffic and...

$760,000

$760,000

Very rare prime downtown Hermosa Beach restaurant opportunity

Hermosa Beach, CA

Incredible location! Popular and very highly rated restaurant. Fully-equipped restaurant with beer and wine license. Outdoor patio and dining deck with views and easy beach access. Substantial public...

$330,000

$330,000

Highly Profitable 5 day Deli In North County.

San Diego County, CA

Discover an established and reputable deli and catering business located in North San Diego County. This family-owned operation has been proudly serving the community since 2006, offering a diverse...

$169,000

$169,000

Cash Flow: $110,197

G. Robert (Bob) Allen, CBI, M&AMI

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Serving Fresno County, CA

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Popular Main Street Restaurant and Bar with Live Music

Murphys, CA

Thriving full-service restaurant in the heart of downtown Murphys! With a full liquor license and award-winning menu, Alchemy Cafe is a locally loved, staple on Main Street. Access to P&Ls shall...

$275,000

$275,000

Turnkey Health & Wellness Juice / Acai Bar with Strong Cash Flow

San Bernardino County, CA

Business Description Step into one of Southern California’s most vibrant industries, the booming health, nutrition, and wellness café sector. This turn-key, positive cash-flow juice and wellness brand...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

One of a kind Coffee Shop with 2 locations

Riverside County, CA

This Coffee Shop is a cozy, one-of-a-kind café where great coffee meets a cinematic, immersive vibe. With two locations serving San Bernardino and Riverside County, it’s a welcoming spot for movie...

$625,000

$625,000

Ice Cream Franchise, Well-Est., Great Location, No. Bay Area

Napa County, CA

This eleven (11) year business is in a shopping center located just one-half block West of a major highway, and on a signaled busy intersection. This National Franchise is in a well-anchored and very...

$225,000

$225,000

Established Chinese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Fillmore area

San Francisco, CA

Established Chinese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Fillmore district. Chinese takeout with extensive lunch options in the historic Fillmore district. Located in same plaza as former Safeway...

$100,000

$100,000

Sourdough Franchise Sandwhich Shop

Mendocino County, CA

$120,000 net profit Sourdough franchise restaurant This is a rare opportunity to own one of the fastest-growing and most profitable franchise brands in the state of California. Located in a bustling...

$300,000

$300,000

Buy or Sell a Restaurant and Food Business in California
Market OverviewListed for Sale
Number of Businesses Analyzed655
Median Asking Price$295,000
Median Reported Revenue$720,000
Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$124,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$169,000$295,000$549,500

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.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$428,274$80,000
Median$720,000$124,000
Upper Quartile$1,203,267$204,595

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.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.291.88
Median0.422.53
Upper Quartile0.623.33
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 $295,000, though prices range from under $169,000 to well over $549,500.

How much do Restaurants and Food Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Restaurants and Food Businesses in California is $720,000 and owners earn a median of $124,000, 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 0.62, with a median of 0.42. Earning multiples range from 1.88 to 3.33, with the median at 2.53. This means the typical Restaurant and Food Business in California may ask for around 0.42 times its annual revenue, and 2.53 times its annual owner earnings.

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