San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of the Gaslamp District in San Diego! Heavy Foot traffic from Padres games, Convention Center, Hotels, Condos and tourists! We have an incredible staff, management and concept...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale in San Diego, CA
Market Info
San Diego Speakeasy Gaslamp District
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
$199,995
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Mongolian BBQ - 1 Million Annual Revenue. Mall location.
San Diego, CA
Exceptional owner/operator opportunity. This business has been running successfully with absentee ownership and did 950,000 last year from Credit card only sales. No cash transactions were allowed due...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
6
Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!
San Diego, CA
? HOT NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE – A+ PRIME LOCATION – GASLAMP DISTRICT, SAN DIEGO ? This is your chance to own one of San Diego’s most electrifying nightlife venues, located in the heart of the iconic...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
Asset SaleReduced! Restaurant Asset Sale Fashion Valley Mall Location, Turn Key
San Diego, CA
This is a turnkey food court asset sale located in one of San Diego’s premier shopping destinations with consistently strong foot traffic. The space is fully built out with a high-capacity commercial...
$349,000
Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
San Diego, CA
Fully operational topless nightclub in San Diego, CA includes liquor license, police permit to operate, fully staffed, fully equipped. Millions invested in top notch buildout, state of the art...
$3,000,000
Charming Family-Owned Italian Restaurant – 30+ Years of Success
San Diego, CA
Step into ownership of a beloved Italian restaurant that has proudly served the community for over three decades. Known for its loyal customers—many returning with the next generation—this...
$445,000
Cash Flow: $180,694
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
Cash Flow: $273,283
Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Growing!Highly Profitable Food Franchise! Owner Operator can net 145k!
San Diego, CA
GREAT PRICE! Great cashflow from day 1! One of the HOTTEST FRANCHISES out there right now! Get in now while you still can. Sales are GROWING every year with a Semi-Absentee Owner. 2025 sales were up...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $84,534
FranchiseChurch's Texas Chicken
Available in California
QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
$250,000
Profitable Boba, Donut Shop for Sale, Hillcrest, San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
Profitable Boba & Donut Shop in Prime Hillcrest, San Diego – Turnkey & Cash-Flowing An excellent opportunity to acquire a profitable, established dessert and beverage concept in the heart of...
$97,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
Deli San Diego
San Diego, CA
MOM’s Deli is a turnkey, low-overhead deli in a busy business park with ultra-low rent at $637/mo (incl. CAMs) and a loyal weekday lunch crowd. Current sales average ~$12K/month with food costs around...
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$90,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
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
San Diego restaurant-Rent 2600/month-seller may finance!
San Diego, CA
Ready to expand your food business or open your first brick-and-mortar? This fully equipped, fully permitted restaurant in downtown San Diego is a rare turnkey opportunity perfect for both new food...
$75,000
Kitchen Catering commissary space cafe
San Diego, CA
Very Unique opportunity COMMISSARY KITCHEN WHOLESALE DREAM HUGE KITCHEN FULLY OPERATIONAL BY APPOINTMENT ONLY TEXT OR EMAIL AT FOR QUESTIONS ALL CLEAN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION GOOD MAINTENANCE ON...
$395,000
Lee Suryani
Pacific Coast Commercial
Serving San Diego County, CA
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Sports Bar & Grill
San Diego, CA
A dynamic and inviting Sports Bar in San Diego. The venue blends handcrafted Mexican-American bar fare, a well-curated cocktail program, draft beer, and large-screen sports viewing for NFL, college...
$799,000
Cash Flow: $299,346
PROFITABLE Coffee , Boba , Dessert shop, Hillcrest , San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a profitable dessert and beverage shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego—one of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods in the city. Known for its high foot...
$97,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
Profitable Established Upscale Japanese Fusion Restaurant
San Diego, CA
This premium Japanese fusion restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience highlighted by high-quality sushi and innovative culinary creations. Situated in a vibrant and highly desirable dining...
$329,000
Cash Flow: $190,911
Pizza, Burger & Grill Restaurant Shop
San Diego, CA
TURNKEY COASTAL GRILL | 1 BLOCK FROM THE BEACH Well-established burger & grill in the heart of Ocean Beach with heavy foot traffic. Features a brand-new kitchen build-out, efficient layout, and a...
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$139,000
Price Reduced - Fresh Superfood Bowls and Smoothies Franchise
San Diego, CA
Price Just Reduced! This thriving superfood café offers a menu packed with allergy-friendly options, carefully prepared to avoid cross-contact with common allergens. Signature açaí bowls are crafted...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $46,000
FranchiseLe Macaron
Available in California
Bring the joy of French indulgence to your community—macarons, espresso, pastries, and more—supported by a franchise family dedicated to your success.
$100,000
Trendy Boba & Dessert Shop – Prime Location – Turnkey Opportunity
San Diego, CA
Step into this beautifully built-out boba and dessert shop located in a high-traffic shopping center with excellent visibility and parking. The store is fully equipped with modern fixtures, a...
$300,000
Popular, Absentee Restaurant in Prime Location – San Diego
San Diego, CA
Popular Beer & Wine Bar and Restaurant in Prime Location – San Diego Rent: $7,662/month + $1,490 (Common Area) + $1,600 (Property Tax) + $136 (Insurance) Lease Terms: 4 years remaining, with an option...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $79,974
Asset SaleTurn-Key Sushi Restaurant Opportunity in San Diego
San Diego, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1025 Area: San Diego Asking Price:$150,000 Base Rent:...
$150,000
Egyptian Resturant
San Diego, CA
$165,000
High End Restaurant in Del Mar
San Diego, CA
$250,000
Profitable San Diego Hookah Lounge + Catering Business | Low Rent
San Diego, CA
$200,000
Franchise QSR in Sa Diego Mall Food Court for sale
San Diego, CA
$110,000
Hookah Lounge for Sale
San Diego, CA
$699,999
Turnkey Restaurant in High-Traffic San Diego Neighborhood
San Diego, CA
$249,000
Well Established Cafe in the Convoy Business District
San Diego, CA
$199,999
Franchise810 Entertainment
Available Nationwide
$650,000
Italian Restaurant Business: Cafe Milano For Sale
San Diego, CA
$300,000
Beautifully equipped restaurant near the Sports Arena
San Diego, CA
$210,000
Profitable and Highly Rated Sushi Restaurant (SDE 180+)
San Diego, CA
$549,000
Iconic Red Fox Steakhouse and Piano Bar
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego, CA
$3,411,295
Beach area Thai and Boba-corner spot-huge traffic-patio-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
$199,999
FranchiseWRAP SANDWICH COMPANY
Available Nationwide
$150,000
Turn Key Mediterranean / Lebanese Cuisine
San Diego, CA
$550,000
food court-high traffic-corner space-full kithcen-walk in cooler
San Diego, CA
$239,999
Profitable Coffee Shop in Prestigious San Diego Hospital – $160K SDE
San Diego, CA
$500,000
Super high traffic-$2862 rent-ideal Mex Food location
San Diego, CA
$119,999
Convoy District restaurant location-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
$249,999
Lamar Rutherford
Excellens Solutions
Serving San Diego County, CA
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Downtown SD Mexican food or bring your concept
San Diego, CA
$137,000
Established Non-Franchise Frozen Yogurt Business
San Diego, CA
$249,000
Turnkey Sandwich Franchise – High-Traffic San Diego Location
San Diego, CA
$120,000
Juice & Smoothie Franchise in North County San Diego County
San Diego, CA
$115,000
Established Asian Restaurant with ABC 41 License
San Diego, CA
$295,000
FranchisePhilly's Best Cheesesteaks
Available in California
$250,000
Own Your Coastal Community Dream!
San Diego, CA
$200,000
High-Volume Pinkberry San Diego, CA - Fashion Valley Shopping Mall!
San Diego, CA
$189,000
Rare Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in the Heart of San Diego
San Diego, CA
$275,000
Busy Greek & Fusion Food Truck Biz – Great Brand & Growth Potential
San Diego, CA
$500,000
Beautiful Sushi restaurant-upscale center and high income area-BARGAIN
San Diego, CA
$89,999
FranchiseHummus Republic
Available in California
$150,000
Buy or Sell a Restaurant in San Diego, CA
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 San Diego and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
79 |
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Median Asking Price |
$190,250 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$480,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$96,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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San Diego, CA Restaurant Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.25 |
1.63 |
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Median |
0.41 |
2.00 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.65 |
2.31 |
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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 San Diego?
The median asking price for restaurants in San Diego, CA is $190,250. 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?
Median revenue of restaurant businesses listed for sale in San Diego is $480,000, while the median reported owner’s discretionary earnings is $96,000. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How are restaurants in San Diego 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 San Diego restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.25 to 0.65, with the median at 0.41. Earnings multiples range from 1.63 to 2.31, with the median at 2.00. This means restaurants in San Diego are valued, on average, around 0.41 times annual revenue, and 2 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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