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Michoacan Style, Ice Cream Shop - Excellent Location

El Monte, CA

Ice Cream Shop With Production Equipment For Sale In Los Angeles County. Paleteria La Reyna De Michoacan Located in a Prime Location. Turnkey opportunity to own Paleteria La Reyna De Michoacan, a...

$49,999

$49,999

Cash Flow: $48,287

Best of The Best Nightclub Spots in West Hollywood

West Hollywood, CA

Norma is one of the premier nightclub/restaurants in West Hollywood on the prized and high barriers to entry 3 block stretch of La Cienega Blvd. N. of Melrose in West Hollywood. This trophy class...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Profitable Pizza in Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA

This profitable pizza restaurant is located in a busy location and this pizza restaurant is by far the best, second to none and the food is amazingly and scrumptiously delicious and it is always...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $425,495

Breakfast Cafe Nets $176,000 yr.(See Below) $105,000 Dn. Assume 3.75%

Sonora, CA

Well established for over 35 years. Serves Breakfast and Lunch. Open from 7:00 to 3:00 (7) days per week. BUYER ONLY INJECTS $105,000 DOWN (INCLUIDNG INVENTORY) AND ASSUMES AN EXISTING EIDL LOAN IN...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $176,000

Turnkey Café Space– Prime Opportunity!

Ventura, CA

The Cafe currently serves lite fare, bakery goods, lunch items and coffee. A fully built-out 1,210 sq ft café space is now available – perfect for a coffee shop, sandwich shop, or light fare concept....

$99,000

$99,000

Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop

San Jose, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, nationally recognized premium beverage franchise in a prime West San Jose retail corridor. Situated in a highly desirable area with strong...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $70,049

San Francisco Neighborhood Bar, ABC 48 License. Excellent Location!

San Francisco, CA

Long established, 33 Years, bar with ABC 48 License. Needs a refresh under new ownership, but great space, 1,700 sq.ft. in dynamic SF neighborhood with excellent foot traffic. Contact Greg Kofman for...

$245,000

$245,000

Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale.

Larkspur, CA

Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale. Full Kitchen and ABC 41, Beer & Wine License. Excellent location, surrounded by notable and popular other restaurants. Lease includes common shopping...

$325,000

$325,000

San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant.

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant with ABC 41, Beer & Wine License. Excellent foot traffic and new lease is available! Contact Greg Kofman for further details....

$125,000

$125,000

Outstanding San Francisco Fillmore Street Location.

San Francisco, CA

Outstanding Pacific Heights Fillmore Street Full Service Restaurant For Sale. Includes ABC 41 Beer & Wine License. Please Call Greg Kofman For Further Information....

$280,000

$280,000

Fast Food - Burgers with Drive Thru

La Puente, CA

Long established Fast Food - Burger restaurant with Drive Thru. Features a full kitchen with a large food preparation area cozy dining room and a large outside patio for alfresco dining. Located on a...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Coastal City - BBQ Restaurant in Strip Mall - Corner Location

Orange County, CA

Coastal City - BBQ Restaurant in Strip Mall - Corner Location in Orange County - 4 Yelp Stars RRC# 5058 Location: Coastal Orange County Description: Established in 2016 and currently owned since 2021....

$149,000

$149,000

Beautifully Appointed Franchise Cafe with Home Roasted Coffee For Sale

Sacramento County, CA

Beautifully Appointed Franchise Cafe with Home Roasted Coffee For Sale in the Sacramento Metro Area RRC# 5056 Location: Sacramento Metro Area Description: Upscale Franchise Coffee with Pastries Café...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $87,168

Established Sushi restaurant for sale in Oakland near Lakeshore

Oakland, CA

20 years established Japanese sushi restaurant with type 47 hard liquor license for sale in Oakland near lake shore and lake Merritt. Family run business husband and wife duo. There is a conveyor belt...

$220,000

$220,000

Well-Established Breakfast & Lunch Cafe for Sale | $160,000

Alameda County, CA

Established neighborhood breakfast & lunch café with an excellent local reputation. Located in an area experiencing ongoing development — offering strong marketing potential and growth opportunities...

$160,000

$160,000

Commercial Kitchen Rental- very easy operation. Semi-Absentee

San Jose, CA

HIGHLIGHTS Sales up more than 50% in Q1 2026(vs Q1 2025). Consistent high growth every year since 2021. High demand business that is very hard to find and build due to city and county regulations,...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $263,000

Randy Hendershot, CBB

Evolution Advisors

Serving Placer County, CA

Evolution provides a full range of professional services to anyone considering Buying or Selling a Business, including Valuation, Exit Strategies, Financing or anything else related to the sale or purchase of a business. Evolutions approach is unique and proven to work.

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Prime Pleasanton Location

Pleasanton, CA

Location, Location, Location! (TURN KEY) includes all FF&E, It's your opportunity to own one of Pleasanton's busiest and most successful restaurants. Full Liquor license Type 47, (over 100 seats...

$850,000

$850,000

Lakewood Area Cocktail / Dive Bar – Absentee Operated!

Lakewood, CA

A lively Lakewood area neighborhood hangout, this local bar offers a relaxed yet energetic atmosphere with live entertainment permitted 7 nights per week for DJ an karaoke. DJ nights, karaoke, live...

$275,000

$275,000

Family run Dim sum restaurant for sale in Granite Bay

Granite Bay, CA

Family-owned dim sum spot for sale in Granite Bay. Located 30 minutes from Sacramento and close to Folsom. The place is cozy atmosphere and must-try scallop fried rice. Average monthly gross income of...

$99,000

$99,000

Well-Established To-Go Cafe for Sale | $79,000

Alameda County, CA

Established Local Favorite Strong To-Go Sales Long-standing Local Favorite: Previously owned for 17 years and serving the community for years with strong customer loyalty. Fully Equipped Kitchen:...

$79,000

$79,000

Semi Absentee Run Franchise Asian Fast food Restaurant

Santa Ana, CA

ANNUAL GROSS: $528,000/2024 MONTHLY RENT: $3,764 + $1,570 NNN. LEASE TERMS: 4+5+5 STORE SIZE:1,137 SQFT SEATING CAPACITY: 32 OPEN HOURS: 11AM-9PM MON~FRI, 11AM- 8PM SAT,11AM- 7PM SUN. EMPLOYEES: 6 PT...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $62,400

Pizza Restaurant

Contra Costa County, CA

Quick-service pizza, slices, hot dogs, and gyros to-go in an approx. 800 SF El Cerrito strip mall location (no current dine-in). 2025 revenue: over $150K. Lease through 2028 with a 5-year option;...

$75,000

$75,000

High Volume & Profitable Modern Asian Restaurant

Concord, CA

High volume and profitable Asian restaurant business for sale. The restaurant is situated in a busy shopping center. Increasing sales trends with more opportunities to increase sales. Business Type...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $277,000

Mexican Resturant with Drive-Thru

Riverside, CA

Mexican restaurant with drive thru. Seating for 65. Great location next McDonalds. Completely remodeled. Looks like a franchise restaurant. Owner spent over 800k to remodel. Potential to do 300k+ per...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Where Quality Meets Opportunity in the Heart of SF

San Francisco, CA

Established Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Location – Pizza & Grill A well-established, high-visibility restaurant located in the heart of San Francisco. Known for its delicious pizzas, hearty grill...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $36,604

"SF Sunset District" Restaurant for Sale cheap rent only $3800!

San Francisco, CA

This restaurant is located near the Grandview Park, it's surrounded with plenty other restaurants establishments, coffee shops, and retail stores in the area with ample of opportunity for the next...

$175,000

$175,000

Chinese Restaurant, Beer & Wine on Prime Ventura Blvd, Very Low Rent

Tarzana, CA

BUSINESS TYPE: Full Service Chinese Restaurant with Beer & Wine LICENSES: License type 41 - onsale - Beer & Wine BUILDING & PARKING: Strip Center, Ample Parking SEATING CAPACITY: Approx 100 more or...

$245,000

$245,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

A Wine Country Favorite — Served with Profit and Prestige

Sonoma County, CA

Confidential Offering: Acclaimed Restaurant & Wine Bar in Sonoma County Discover an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Northern California’s most popular and profitable restaurant & wine bar...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Established Wine Bar in Prime, High-Traffic Retail Corridor of SF

San Francisco, CA

Established Wine Bar in Prime, High-Traffic Retail Corridor of San Francisco RRC# 5051 Location: San Francisco Description: This long-standing wine bar is located in a prime, high-traffic retail...

$69,000

$69,000

Heart of Downtown San Jose Cafe with Type 1 & 2 Hood

San Jose, CA

Bright, modern downtown café with accessible street parking, Diverse menu, Ideal for a downtown bite before/after events at City Hall, SAP Center, or SJSU, Coffee drinks iced coffee), smoothies,...

$350,000

$350,000

Diner with Full Bar, Major N. OC Shopping Center, Absentee Owner

Orange County, CA

American Diner with 50's Décor in an excellent location. Freestanding pad building with great street exposure American Diner with a full bar, decorated in a 50's style, located in a major shopping...

$375,000

$375,000

$3.30 Million Lake Tahoe Real Estate Investment - 15,246 sq ft Parcel

El Dorado County, CA

$3.30 Million Lake Tahoe Real Estate Investment - 15,246 sq ft Parcel with 6,950 sq ft of Bar, Restaurant & Brewery RRC# 5044 Location: Lake Tahoe Description: Seller may carry a large part of the...

$3,300,000

$3,300,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Branded Sandwich shop with kitchen for sale in SF Little saigon

San Francisco, CA

Deli and bakery for sale in San Francisco Saigon district. They serve sandwiches, baked goods, Vietnamese desserts, coffee/baguettes, and other Asian delights. The shop is part of the Tenderloin...

$50,000

$50,000

Bright and Modern Restaurant Opportunity in Redondo Beach

Redondo Beach, CA

A turnkey opportunity just blocks from the sand in one of the South Bay’s most sought-after neighborhoods. This light-filled, fast-casual restaurant delivers big flavor in a sleek, modern setting with...

$225,000

$225,000

Bright, Modern Café in Prime Rolling Hills Estates Shopping Center

Rolling Hills Estates, CA

A beautifully built-out café and restaurant located in the heart of the Peninsula’s retail core. Surrounded by national tenants and anchored by an upscale, health-conscious clientele, this stylish...

$225,000

$225,000

Old-Fashioned Bakery w/ High Netting, for Sale – Only $109K

Anaheim, CA

• Beloved panadería serving the community for over 30 years is now offered for sale. • Prime Corner Location on Lincoln Ave in Orange County with strong visibility • Don’t be surprised by its...

$109,000

$109,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Korean Eatery for sale in Livermore near 500 residential housing soon

Livermore, CA

Korean eatery for sale in Livermore just 5 minutes from Downtown Livermore. known for soy-cured salmon bowls and flavorful japchae. It's a small, cozy spot with a few tables for dine-in. Lease amount...

$188,000

$188,000

Poke Restaurant in Seal Beach

Seal Beach, CA

1). Monthly gross is $30,000 2). Monthly rents $ 3,300 + Including NNN 3). Lease Has 2 + Years 4). size is approx. 1,000 SF. 5). Ample Parking lot 7). The restaurant has been owned 2 Years 8). 7-day...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Carmel Restaurant For Sale

Carmel, CA

Prime Location Carmel Barnyard Restaurant for Sale. This Turn Key restaurant has all you need to open your dream concept (Steakhouse, Italian, Mexican, Tap house or operate as is in its current...

$250,000

$250,000

Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop

California

Step into ownership of a well-loved bubble tea shop with a loyal customer base, high foot traffic, and strong online ratings. Located in a busy district near schools and offices, this store is...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $32,946

Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop

California

Step into ownership of a well-loved bubble tea shop with a loyal customer base, high foot traffic, and strong online ratings. Located in a busy district near schools and offices, this store is...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $32,946

A profitable restaurant in S. San Jose

San Jose, CA

A profitable restaurant is for sale in S. San Jose. It is surrounded by a couple of busy shopping centers, offices, and populated residential area. The dining area consists of tables, booths, and...

$350,000

$350,000

Pizzeria & Arcade W/Beer/Wine-CASH COW! SBA APRVD

San Bernardino County, CA

This pizzeria is a beloved, family-friendly restaurant with a CASH COW Arcade is located in San Bernardino County. For almost 15 years, this scratch-kitchen restaurant has served handcrafted pizza,...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $239,181

Restaurant Space in Santa Barbara County

Santa Barbara County, CA

Attractive rental rate under $2,000 per month. Ideally situated near the intersection of Highway 1 (Pacific Coast Highway) in the Santa Rita Hills AVA / Santa Rita Valley, this location enjoys steady...

$149,000

$149,000

Lara Trepanier

West Coast Commercial LLC

Serving Orange County, CA

For nearly forty years, West Coast Commercial Realty has offered market-leading real estate consulting, brokerage and transaction services designed to meet our client's goals, including investment value, location intelligence, tenant mix, property and market positioning, and landlord, agency and principal representation.

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Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in Fremont near COSTCO, TARGET

Fremont, CA

Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in Fremont shopping center. Located near COSTCO, Target and other big retailers. There are sauce stations and snack stations and the sauces are pretty delicious....

$288,000

$288,000

Baja Fresh Franchise – Prime Simi Valley Location

Simi Valley, CA

• Franchise: Baja Fresh – a national fast-casual Mexican food brand • Sales (2023): $1,181,849 • Sales (2024): ~$1,106,000 • Tips (2023): $29,113 • Tips (2024 YTD): $18,391 • Inventory Included:...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $105,000

Subway Oakland

Oakland, CA

Subway is the world's #1 QSR chain with over 43,000 restaurants in 110 countries. Franchisor requires sufficient net worth and liquidity, and buyer must live in the area....

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $142,865

Turnkey Boba Franchise - Priced for Quick Sale

Newark, CA

**PRICED FOR QUICK SALE** The Boba franchise is starting to thrive with monthly revenue of ~25,000 per month beginning January 2025 to August 2025. SDE is starting September 2024 to April 2025 is...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

Paris Baguette - High Volume & Nets $50K Monthly Avg, SBA, Full Staff

Los Angeles County, CA

Top-Producing Paris Baguette Franchise – High-Volume, Turnkey Operation This is a rare chance to step into ownership of one of the top-performing Paris Baguette franchises in the Los Angeles area—a...

$2,880,000

$2,880,000

Cash Flow: $600,000

Paris Baguette Franchise, HIGH VOL & NETS $50K MONTHLY AVG, Full Staff

Los Angeles, CA

Top-Producing Paris Baguette Franchise – High-Volume, Turnkey Operation This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-producing Paris Baguette franchise, one of the leading bakery café brands known for...

$2,880,000

$2,880,000

Cash Flow: $600,000

Buy or Sell a Restaurant and Food Business in California
Market OverviewListed for Sale
Number of Businesses Analyzed659
Median Asking Price$299,900
Median Reported Revenue$750,000
Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$125,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$170,000$299,900$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.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$449,500$80,000
Median$750,000$125,000
Upper Quartile$1,255,260$210,209

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 Quartile0.291.83
Median0.422.50
Upper Quartile0.603.31
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 $299,900, though prices range from under $170,000 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 $750,000 and owners earn a median of $125,000, 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 0.60, with a median of 0.42. Earning multiples range from 1.83 to 3.31, 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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