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High Volume Profitable Korean Fried Chicken Franchise

Sunnyvale, CA

Serious BUYERS/INVESTORS only ASK PRICE is firm at $399,000. Great opportunity awaiting new owner operator as the existing owner has other responsibilities. The restaurant is closed on Monday and...

$399,000

$399,000

Cash Flow: $185,141

Established Korean Fried Chicken Franchise

San Jose, CA

***Restaurant is convertible into a different concept such as boba, sandwich, mediterranean, coffee, hotpot, etc. Great opportunity awaiting for new owner operator as the existing owner has other...

$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $103,876

Established Sit-Down Mexican Restaurant with Beer & Wine License

Colton, CA

Established full service Mexican Restaurant, along the main busy thoroughfare, in Colton, California, right off the I-10 Freeway (Rancho exit)with Type 41 beer and wine license (until 2 am). Lots of...

$200,000

$200,000

Established Snack Bar at LA Kings Icetown - Riverside

Riverside, CA

Established Snack Bar at the LA Kings Icetown Ice Sports Facility in Riverside....

$70,000

$70,000

Seafood in West Covina

West Covina, CA

If you are ever craving for fish and chips and battered fried and breaded shrimp , this is the place to go. This place was established and has been here since 1940's with a beautiful history and lots...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Ramen & Other Food in Valencia

Valencia, CA

If you are seeking savory , authentic and flavorful Ramen and other Korean food, this is the place to go This restaurant is an absentee owner. The place is immaculate, super clean, cutely and awesome...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Over 6,000sf Lobster House, 120 Seatings, 3 Vip Rooms, Beer/Wine

Rowland Heights, CA

* Fancy 6,030sf lobster/seafood restaurant * Open dining area, 3 VIP rooms, cozy dining atmosphere * Monthly gross 100k-120k, 11 years established business * Fully equipped kitchen, walk-in...

$389,000

$389,000

Latino Restaurant with Type 47 and CUP for Live Music

Buena Park, CA

Current owner is doing over 2 million a year but burned out and ready to sell. Recipe and DBA is not for sale. Type 47 ABC license with Live Music CUP. Great potential to bring your own menu and...

$399,000

$399,000

3,160sf Japanese Restaurant

Corona, CA

*Open 3,160sf Japanese buffet restaurant * Sushi bar, a-la-carte * Full kitchen, good for many other type food services * C-41 beer/wine license * Monthly gross about 35k-40k * Monthly rent $6,400,...

$69,000

$69,000

Classic Diner with LOW RENT for Sale at Local College

San Diego, CA

This classic 50s Style American Diner is located in the heart of the college campus and is the ideal spot for a burger and beer. The iconic style of the diner is sure to draw huge crowds. Expansive...

$249,999

$249,999

Semi- Absentee Run Indian Fusion with B&W

West Covina, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $30,000 + $15,000 ONLINE DELIVERY. MONTHLY RENT: $2,275 STORE SIZE: 2,000 SF SEATING CAPACITY: 48. EMPLOYEES: 4 FT, 1 PT OWNER SINCE: 2018 REASON FOR SELLING: MOVING TO ANOTHER STATE....

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Asian Fusion with Sushi Restaurant(B&W)

Santa Monica, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $60,000 MONTHLY RENT: $4,500 STORE SIZE: 1,500 SF SEATING CAPACITY: 45. EMPLOYEES: 4 FT, 1PT WAGE: $15,000/MO. OWNER SINCE: 2021 REASON FOR SELLING: PARTNERSHIP SPLIT, NO TIME TO...

$250,000

$250,000

Subway Sandwich Franchise for Owner/Operator

Sacramento County, CA

Subway Sandwich Franchise for Owner/Operator Greater Sacramento Area ...Busy retail center. Sales are Good! This is a great family area in the metro area and has great demos! FF&E: Remodeled!!!...

$219,000

$219,000

Cash Flow: $77,000

Established Restaurant & Bar on Prime Corner; $2.4+ Million Sales, $18

San Francisco, CA

Established Restaurant & Bar on Prime Corner; $2.4+ Million Sales, $180,000+ Profit; Pre-Approved SBA Loan RRC# 5018 Location: San Francisco Description: This well established business is located on a...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $180,632

Sushi & Teriyaki restaurant

Mission Viejo, CA

Boost Your Success! Sushi & Teriyaki Hot Spot Ready for Immediate Operation High Foot Traffic, Fully Equipped for Instant Opening, Growing Sales Key Information - Location: Busy plaza with high foot...

$130,000

$130,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Profitable Jimboys Restaurant in Fairfield

Fairfield, CA

Profitable Jimboys Restaurant in Fairfield RRC# 4911 Location: 3342 N. Texas Street, Fairfield Description: Busy since opened, consistent, year along business Well established, loved by locals, Prime...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $80,799

Jeff Linda Nyman

First Choice Business Brokers

Serving Orange County, CA

Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.

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Established Franchise Teriyaki Bowl For Sale in Orange County

Orange County, CA

Seize the opportunity to own a highly rated and profitable franchise teriyaki bowl restaurant in a prime Orange County location! This well-established business has built a strong customer base,...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Fast Casual Mediterranean In Calabasas !

Calabasas, CA

TURNKEY....ESTABLISHED....PROFITABLE Mediterranean Bakery & Restaurant *Traditional homemade favorites.....With a Lebanese influence and rave reviews ! *Family owned and operated .....Open for...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $215,000

Turn-Key Restaurant w/Full Build Out in North Fresno

Fresno, CA

Located in a well-anchored shopping center in Northeast Fresno, this fully equipped restaurant space offers a prime opportunity for prospective buyers. It features a turn-key operation with all...

$115,000

$115,000

Premier Outdoor Beer Garden & Smokehouse

Marin County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded community gathering spot in Marin County. This turnkey operation features a full kitchen, smoker, bar facilities, and one of the...

$100,000

$100,000

Thousand Oaks Korean Bbq Restaurant For Sale

Thousand Oaks, CA

THOUSAND OAKS KOREAN BBQ RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 2700' - 19 cooking tables + patio with BBQ tables Monthly Rent: $3.00 psf + $3500 mo. nnn Parking: Shopping Center Parking Lease Term: 10 yr....

$425,000

$425,000

Five Guys - 9 Units with territory rights

Pleasant Hill, CA

Five Guys, 9 Units located in California. Purchase price includes territory rights, along with the ability to either include or exclude a newly opened 10th location. The first Five Guys restaurant...

$5,900,000

$5,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,013,997

Fusion Japanese/Mexican Bistro for Sale in Colton California

Colton, CA

Reduced! Successful and Established Fusion Japanese/Mexican bistro/restaurant for sale in Colton, California (opened in March 2020); with a unique menu (sushi rolls, etc.). Great food and great...

$225,000

$225,000

Absentee Run Gourmet BBQ Restaurant

Riverside County, CA

Contact business broker for more information regarding this BBQ restaurant business for sale located in Riverside area of Southern California. The family owned and operated restaurant is located in a...

$300,000

$300,000

Turnkey Pizza Franchise in Hollywood

Los Angeles County, CA

Step into ownership of a fully equipped and operational restaurant in a prime Hollywood location with exceptional foot traffic. The 1,150 sq. ft. space features modern leasehold improvements and a...

$395,000

$395,000

Pizzeria: Good Profits $8K/mo, Prc Reduced to $120K, OC

Garden Grove, CA

> The business is located on the doorstep of a well-appointed wall-to-wall multi-unit mall in a very desirable mixed residential and commercial area. It's a Turn-key. No beer & wine served. > It's a...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Boba Tea Shop - Absentee Owner

Gardena, CA

ANNUAL GROSS: $584,000 (2024) MONTHLY RENT: $4,034 LEASE TERMS: 5 YEARS STORE SIZE: 1,000 SF SEATING CAPACITY: 16-20 OPEN HOURS: 11:30AM-9PM EMPLOYEES: 8 PT WAGE: $12,000/MO. OWNER SINCE: 2019...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $80,400

"Pleasanton" Restaurant Business located in a Shopping Mall!

Pleasanton, CA

This restaurant business is located in a Shopping mall that is also close to another shopping mall in the area. It's also near the Stoneridge Creek Park and Tri-Valley Golf Center. The area boasts...

$159,000

$159,000

Japanese Sushi Bar

San Bernardino County, CA

Well established Sushi Restaurant in Busy Traffic area on town . 1700 SF store /Almost Employee running business ....

$250,000

$250,000

Absentee run Burmese restaurant for sale in SF south of market

San Francisco, CA

Absentee run Burmese restaurant for sale in San Francisco south of market. Located near Starbucks, high tech companies, Scale AI. They are known for Tea leaf salad. Hand picked tea leaves fermented...

$138,000

$138,000

Profitable Fast Food Restaurant

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Great opportunity to own an established Restaurant with Delivery, Take-Out & Catering. Dine-In space for a dozen tables. Also rents out for Parties! Owner/Operator Income: $94,104 in 2024! Facility...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $94,104

Branded Boba shop for sale in Downtown Dublin

Dublin, CA

Branded boba tea shop for sale in Dublin. Located In the heart of Downtown Dublin, it's conveniently located in the same plaza as Supermarket and is close to many other stores (REl, Sprouts, Target,...

$150,000

$150,000

Carmel Valley Profitable Franchise Restaurant Plus Boba/Dessert Cafe

San Diego, CA

This highly profitable specialty restaurant for sale is located in a very prominent Carmel Valley shopping center and FULLY ABSENTEE RUN. A combination of a full service restaurant plus a...

$699,000

$699,000

EBITDA: $270,000

South Bay Bar with Property – Local Venue w/No Food Service Required!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Hawthorne, CA

This cozy South Bay bar provides its patrons a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The venue boasts excellent freeway access, is adjacent to a popular business that attracts customers, and has a large...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $1

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable 48 Lic Bar- Populated Area-Great Set Up And Big Potential

San Diego County, CA

Here is the ideal neighborhood bar that has been in business for decades! This bar had been owned by a general contractor and is currently owned by a 15 year bar veteran and it shows. This bar is in...

$259,999

$259,999

Fully equipped restaurant with a reasonable rent

San Jose, CA

This profitable restaurant for sale is located a high-traffic area with great visibility in West San Jose. Rent is reasonable. There is ample parking in front and back. It has a strong clientele base...

$160,000

$160,000

A fully equipped restaurant in a busy location

Dublin, CA

A fully equipped restaurant for sale is located at a busy shopping center with high foot traffic. A well-designed dining area. The kitchen has a 12 feet hood, cooers, freezers, dishwasher, and more....

$160,000

$160,000

Stylish restaurant in prime downtown Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach, CA

Rare prime downtown Manhattan Beach restaurant with very favorable lease and lease rate. Great revenues and loyal clients. Seller financing a possibility. Serious inquiries only please....

$600,000

$600,000

Established American Fine Dinning Restaurant

Camarillo, CA

DO NOT GO DIRECT CALL FOR APPOINTMENT- Opportunity in the great City of Camarillo. Ventura County’s best for fine dining and its extensive wine selection and using the finest and freshest ingredients....

$540,000

$540,000

Busy Bar in with Live Entertainment and amazing food

Temecula, CA

Welcome to a one-of-a-kind venue perfect for a variety of events and celebrations! This expansive bar offers everything you need for an unforgettable experience, featuring: Gourmet Kitchen: Equipped...

$350,000

$350,000

Established Deli serving Breakfast & Lunch -Located in College Town

San Luis Obispo County, CA

A deli open for breakfast and lunch featuring submarine-style sandwiches and salads. They specialize in submarine-style deli sandwiches, house-made chili, and fried chicken. Quality, flavor, and...

$249,500

$249,500

Cash Flow: $82,000

Estbalished sushi restaurant for sale in SF Castro neighborhood

San Francisco, CA

A hidden gem and authentic sushi restaurant run by a husband-and-wife duo. This establishment has been a staple in the Castro neighborhood for many years. The ambiance is inviting, with decor that...

$175,000

$175,000

Market Sushi

West Hollywood, CA

Sushi Bar for Sale in High-Traffic Market Business Overview: - Business Hours: 7 AM – 6 PM, 7 days a week - Established: 10 years (Current owner since 05/2015) - Monthly Gross Sales: $28,900 - Monthly...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $138,720

Family Owned Japanese Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

Best location and can be covert into another restaurant....

$150,000

$150,000

Michael Spilky

Location Matters Inc.

Serving San Diego County, CA

Location Matters Inc is a reputable restaurant brokerage firm with a focus on the food and beverage industry. As experts in the field, we specialize in helping restaurant owners, buyers, and investors navigate the complex process of buying, selling, or leasing restaurant properties. With a wealth of experience in the restaurant industry and an extensive network of clients and contacts, Location Matters Inc is committed to delivering top-notch brokerage services. Our goal is to foster successful deals and long-term relationships, ensuring that each transaction is a win-win for all parties involved. Whether you are a restaurant owner looking to sell or lease your property, an entrepreneur seeking the perfect location for your restaurant concept, or an investor interested in the food and beverage industry, Location Matters Inc is your reliable partner to navigate the dynamic restaurant marketplace. Visit our website or contact us directly to explore how we can assist you in achieving your restaurant business goals.

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Beautiful Togo's Franchise in Upscale Shopping Center

Santa Clara County, CA

Terrific price for entering this established and well-respected brand. Great business for owner operator! Opportunities to grow sales. Attractive Unit in longtime location with consistent sales trend....

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $62,041

Selma Pizza Franchise, Nets 120,000 year. $40,000 down SBA financing

Selma, CA

This store was established in 2010. Present owner lives several hours away and he owns 16 other franchises. The store has been absentee operated for over (3) years. The manager in 2024 was Paid...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Price Reduction - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant

Orange County, CA

Price Reduction - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant - $1.1Million Annual Sales RRC# 5078 Location: Orange County Description: Price Reduced to $195,000 for this highly respected BBQ...

$195,000

$195,000

Long Established Sushi Restaurant in the Heart of the Lake Tahoe

El Dorado County, CA

Long Established Sushi Restaurant in the Heart of the Lake Tahoe – 3,750 sq ft – Great Location RRC# 5039 Location: Lake Tahoe Description: SBA long term loan available to well qualified Buyers for...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $131,521

Price Reduced to $210,000 - Popular Pizza Restaurant and Bar

Orangevale, CA

Price Reduced to $210,000 - Popular Pizza Restaurant and Bar in Orangevale, near Sacramento - Beer & Wine License RRC# 4937 Location: Orangevale, near Sacramento Description: Price Reduced to $210,000...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $102,270

Established Italian Restaurant/Pizzeria low rent profitable

Westminster, CA

This well-established Italian restaurant has been a beloved fixture in the community for over 50 years, offering authentic Italian cuisine complemented by a selection of fine beer and wine. With a...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

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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