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American Restaurants in CA For Sale

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Bar - Type 48

Oakland, CA

Established Bar business in nice neighborhood of Oakland. Great location, Condition and opportunity....

$198,000

$198,000

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Restaurant, Bar & Live Entertainment

Riverside County, CA

This Restaurant & Bar is a beloved local hotspot known for its delicious food and vibrant atmosphere and located in a convenient area with good visibility and accessibility. This popular venue offers...

$195,000

$195,000

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Great Restaurant / Bar – Santa Barbara, 47 license for sale

Santa Barbara, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a high-end, full-service restaurant in one of the most prestigious and high-traffic areas of Santa Barbara. This is a confidential sale of an impressive restaurant space...

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$800,000

$800,000

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Subway Franchise – Fresh Remodel, Modern Design, No Extra Costs!

Santa Rosa, CA

Business Description: Subway franchise for sale in an excellent Santa Rosa location. Established in 1989, this store has been successfully operated by the current owner since 2004. Recently remodeled...

$229,000

$229,000

Fast Food Restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

Restaurant/Fast Food Asking Price: $250,000 Including Equipment and Fixtures. This is an amazing opportunity to own and operate a long established and well known casual fast food restaurant in the...

$250,000

$250,000

Since 1995, Established and Profitable Business Opportunity

Plumas County, CA

Incredible opportunity to live a "less stress lifestyle" in the beautiful California Sierra Mountains and own a well established business that has been a part of the Graeagle community for over 30...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

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

$230,000

Cash Flow: $79,974

Upscale Restaurant & Bar, SBA Approved

San Joaquin County, CA

A very successful, upscale restaurant and bar known for its unique menu was established in 2022 and has experienced a consistent increase in revenue since then. The beautifully decorated establishment...

$899,000

$899,000

Cash Flow: $490,000

Established Restaurant & Bar with 47 Liquor License

Sacramento County, CA

An established gem in Fair Oaks where refined American classics meet a lively bar atmosphere. Enjoy our thoughtfully crafted menu featuring beloved favorites, and smoked meats, paired perfectly with...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $81,549

Profitable Toluca Lake Burbank Restaurant For Sale

Toluca Lake, CA

PROFITABLE TOLUCA LAKE BURBANK RESTAURANT FOR SALE PROFITABLE TURN KEY EQUIPPED & STAFFED RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: Approx. 2450 plus patios Monthly Rent: $9000.00 per month Parking: Exclusive...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $385,000

Profitable Huntington Beach Restaurant | Breakfast • Burgers •

Huntington Beach, CA

Business Highlights Gross Sales: Approximately $1.3 Million Annually Long-Term Lease Available Fully Equipped and Ready to Operate 1). gross sales is $1,300,000 a year 2). Monthly rents $ 8,400 +...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Subway on Ventura Blvd!

Los Angeles, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established Subway franchise located at 14344 Ventura Boulevard in the heart of Sherman Oaks. Situated along the highly trafficked Ventura Boulevard corridor,...

$350,000

$350,000

Mediterranean Restaurant in Downtown Burbank

Burbank, CA

This is a sale of a Greek Mediterranean Restaurant in the City of Burbank. Restaurant is located in the heart of Downtown Burbank with a constant flow of foot traffic. Space features approximately...

$230,000

$230,000

Popular Mediterranean Fast-Casual Business

$875,000 - Orange County, CA

$875,000

Orange County, CA

Hudson Bohan

United Franchise Group

Top-Performing Deli Delicious Franchise – 13+ Years of Proven Success

Fresno, CA

Incredible opportunity to acquire one of Fresno County’s most established and high-performing Deli Delicious franchise locations. Operating successfully for more than 13 years, this well-established...

$415,000

$415,000

Cash Flow: $147,000

Turnkey restaurant for sale with type 47 license

San Francisco, CA

Established Restaurant for Sale – Lower Haight, San Francisco Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing restaurant located in the heart of San Francisco’s Lower Haight neighborhood, a vibrant,...

$415,000

$415,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Scott Weavil

Sierra Pacific Partners

Serving Sacramento County, CA

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Long estab.outstanding location and atmosphere-41 lic. lots of parking

San Diego County, CA

Turn-Key Beach Area Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach/Coronado Prime Opportunity with Established Success and a Fun, Coastal Vibe Dreaming of owning a vibrant restaurant in one of San Diego’s most...

$189,999

$189,999

Profitable QSR at downtown signalized corner

Fullerton, CA

Quick Serve Restaurant on a hard signalized corner at a very busy intersection. Large dining room, full kitchen. Mostly help run, the owner does not spend a lot of time there. Good cook line, back...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Fast Seafood Restaurant

Pasadena, CA

Established restaurant on same location over 50 years in same location. Fast food Seafood restaurant. Famous with Fish Sandwiches & more. Famous with Fish & Chips. Well known to customers in Eaton,...

$109,000

$109,000

Cash Flow: $12,000

Profitable Vietnamese restaurants

Marin County, CA

Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this highly profitable Vietnamese restaurant opportunity in Marin County. This established business delivers immediate cash flow while offering...

$625,000

$625,000

Cash Flow: $201,016

QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three

Orange County, CA

This location is one of three currently owned by the Seller. Buyers have the opportunity to purchase this individual location or acquire all three locations as part of a larger multi-unit transaction....

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $86,433

Hamburger Franchise in Popular Outlet Mall

Ventura County, CA

Hamburger Franchise in Popular Outlet Mall RRC#5305 Offered at $149,000 Location: Ventura County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent: $8000 Listing...

$149,000

$149,000

Premier Long Beach Coastal Corridor | Full Service Restaurant & Bar

Orange County, CA

Premier Long Beach Coastal Corridor | Full Service Restaurant & Bar | Brand-New 2023 Elevated Build-Out | High-End FF&E | Full Liquor-ABC47 | Turnkey Opportunity | Strong Revenue RRC#5311 Asking...

$425,000

$425,000

$195,000 - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant

Orange County, CA

$195,000 - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant - $1.1 Million Annual Sales RRC# 5314 Location: Orange County Description: $195,000 for this highly respected BBQ restaurant located in...

$195,000

$195,000

Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location

$1,495,000 - Monterey, CA

$1,495,000

Monterey, CA

Carmel Business Sales

Popular Burger joint (Redwood City)

Redwood City, CA

Description: This Burger Joint is situated within the neighborhood strip plaza in Redwood City’s Farm Hill/Woodside area. The center functions as a convenience-oriented strip serving nearby residents,...

$299,000

$299,000

Pizza Nets over $11,000 /month Owner Operator,$75K dn. Owner Finance

Bakersfield, CA

Very Low rent only $1,414 per month. Established for over 20 years. Payroll for an owner operator will be 17% adding another $25,000 to the bottom line totaling the net income for 2025 at over...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $132,000

Profitable Franchise or Bring your own menu super high traffic

Canoga Park, CA

Asset bring your own concept OR buy as Profitable Chocolate Bash Franchise – High-Traffic Location with Huge Upside! Average 8k net income last for Months Turnkey Dessert Franchise | Gold Mine for...

$149,999

$149,999

Liquor and Restaurant one location for Sale West covina

West Covina, CA

Address: 522 E. Vine Ave West Covina CA 91790 Sales : 115k average per month (90k from restaurant and 25k from liquor) Rent : $7800+$6800=$14600 including CAM Space: 6000 approx. square feet Lease...

$699,000

$699,000

Indian /Indo-Chinese restaurant for sale/lease in Fremont

Fremont, CA

For sale Indian/Indo-Chinese Restaurant prime location in Fremont. Please contact directly text/call (510) 598 9818 (Ask for Martha) Email: sanasahallc@gmail.com Also available for lease, please...

$200,000

$200,000

Modern Sacramento Breakfast & Lunch Diner

Sacramento, CA

Modern Sacramento Breakfast & Lunch Diner | $1.59M Revenue | Major Build-Out | Full Bar | Owner-Operator Upside Business Description Excellent opportunity to acquire a modern, fully built-out...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash-Flowing Restaurant Opportunity with Established Reputation

Oakdale, CA

Keep the successful taqueria concept or bring your own vision to a fully built-out restaurant space. Beer and wine licenses available. OPPORTUNITY FOR INCREASED REVENUE!!! Currently not utilizing...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Turnkey Cafe & Bakery for Sale – Established, Profitable, and Growing

Sacramento County, CA

This business is a vibrant neighborhood hotspot that combines a bustling breakfast and brunch restaurant with an in-house bakery. Offering a unique dining experience, this turnkey business boasts a...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $155,790

Flame Broiler - Business Only - Monthly Sales $50,000

Upland, CA

Excellent Location....Excellent Location.... Flame Broiler - Business Only - CASH DEAL Monthly Sales - $50,000 Rent - $4,550 including NNN Lease - Till 2027 + 1 five year extension Royalty - 5 + 3% on...

$125,000

$125,000

EBITDA: $67,000

5 DAYS Open Sandwich shop With Good Rent

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Business Description 1). gross sales is $420,000 a year 2). Monthly rents $ 2,600 + $ including NNN 3). Lease 5 Years + 5 Years Option 4). size is approx. SF. 1,600 6). The average net income possible...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Prime Ventura Blvd Location | Type 47 Liquor License

$299,000 - Sherman Oaks, CA

$299,000

Sherman Oaks, CA

Lara Liu

CBD Investment Inc

Italian Restaurent in business 13 years with a 7% Rent Factor!

San Mateo, CA

Imagine yourself welcoming guests into this charming Italian restaurant that's been serving the San Mateo community for 13 successful years. You'll love the authentic Southern Italian menu that keeps...

$215,000

$215,000

Cash Flow: $111,375

Restaurant Business Opportunity – Existing Setup

Pomona, CA

Operating as Sizzle Wrap, this space offers a great foundation for a new owner to bring in their own concept or revive a similar food business. Located on N Garey Ave, the property benefits from...

$35,000

$35,000

Existing Pizza Loction

Sacramento County, CA

This is an existing pizza franchise location with a quick serve pizza concept has it fully built out kitchen and 800 degree pizza oven. This could be de branded and you can bring in your own concept...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Absentee-Run Potential? High-Profit Brunch Café in OC Coastal Area

Huntington Beach, CA

Rare 15-Year Track Record This is your chance to acquire a Huntington Beach institution. For 15 years, this beloved local cafe has crushed it in a high-traffic coastal hub—operating on a 100%...

$392,000

$392,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

High-Visibility Drive-Thru Restaurant Near Palm Springs | $2M+ Revenue

Riverside County, CA

This established American restaurant represents a premier investment opportunity in the competitive casual dining sector. Located in Thousand Palms with strategic freeway frontage along Interstate 10,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Popular Pizzeria Poised for Expansion

San Mateo County, CA

Established, turnkey neighborhood favorite pizzeria offers authentic recipes, loyal repeat clientele, and a strong local reputation. Fully equipped for dine-in, takeout, and delivery with trained...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $65,924

Fantastic Central Main Street Restaurant & Full Bar

Sutter County, CA

Fantastic Central Main Street Restaurant & Full Bar w/ Catering Capabilities, Event Space & Stunning Patio for Sale! RRC#5303 Asking Price: $240,000 Location: Yuba County Annual Revenue: $1,067,184...

$240,000

$240,000

Danville Turnkey, Upscale Dining Opportunity with Patio & Event Spaces

Danville, CA

This established American restaurant represents a premier dining destination in downtown Danville, Contra Costa County, offering a comprehensive full-service dining experience with demonstrated market...

$695,000

$695,000

Mike Mahon

Titan Business Advisors

Serving Orange County, CA

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"SF Inner Parkside" Turn Key Cafe with Hood, cheap rent!

San Francisco, CA

Business Sale Description Exceptional petite-sized restaurant opportunity situated in a prime "hidden gem" inner Parkside area in the sunset district. The restaurant is close to local schools and...

$140,000

$140,000

Net Income of $54,000 Working Only 20 Hours Per Week

Berkeley, CA

This small snack shop offers sandwiches, coffee, pastries, soft drinks, juices, chips, and more. The space is approximately 360 sq. ft. and is located in a high-traffic area near a college campus with...

$99,000

$99,000

Dream of Owning a Bar? This is it!! Includes Real Estate & Apartment

$800,000 - Marysville, CA

$800,000

Marysville, CA

RARE Franchise Opportunity Inside worlds largest retailer- REDUCED

Lakewood, CA

Transform your entrepreneurial dreams into reality with this exceptional sandwich franchise opportunity located inside one of the world's largest retail chain. Experience the power of guaranteed foot...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $91,452

Poki restaurant in a busy shopping center

Riverside, CA

Great opportunity to own this already established Poke restaurant. Already known by locals and those working in the area. Plaza is a destination location for food options. Great for a quick...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $49,000

Modern Restaurant On Burlingame Avenue

Burlingame, CA

Business Overview A rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, highly profitable 2,900 sq. ft. restaurant situated in the heart of Burlingame Avenue—the Peninsula’s most affluent and sought-after...

$899,000

$899,000

Cash Flow: $328,102

Multi Units Papa John's Restaurants

San Diego, CA

Papa John Restaurants Multi Units Discover an exceptional opportunity to continue the legacy of a thriving Papa John's Pizza franchise operation in Butte County. This multi-unit restaurant package...

$1,600,000

$1,600,000

Cash Flow: $408,263

Long-Established Full-Service Restaurant with Liquor License

Santa Barbara, CA

This long-established, highly regarded full-service restaurant is located along a well-trafficked commercial corridor in a desirable coastal market. Founded decades ago, the business has operated...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Popular Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant

Fresno, CA

Popular breakfast and lunch restaurant. Open Monday through Friday. Approximately 1,425 sq. ft. restaurant space. Price is $85,000. Price includes the business, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and...

$85,000

$85,000

Brunch Café – SBA Eligible, Low Rent, Strong Cash Flow, Prc $392K, OC

Huntington Beach, CA

> A highly profitable, 15+ year established brunch café in a prime Huntington Beach shopping center. > Known for its loyal customer base, simple operations, and short hours, this turnkey business...

$392,000

$392,000

Cash Flow: $157,020

Buy or Sell an American Restaurant in California
American restaurants listed for sale on BizBuySell include a wide range of American style dining establishments, including full service and casual American restaurants, bar and grill concepts, diners, burger chains, neighborhood pubs, and franchise units, with some listings bundled with liquor licenses, real estate, or multiple locations. These businesses primarily operate on a hospitality, location based business model, generating revenue through on premise dining, food and beverage sales, alcohol service, takeout, catering, and special events, with franchised concepts benefiting from standardized menus, brand recognition, and systemized operations.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed188
Asking Price$391,000
Reported Revenue$1,000,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$150,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$228,000$391,000$760,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of American Restaurants for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$600,000$90,000
Median$1,000,000$150,000
Upper Quartile$1,754,188$259,871

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of American Restaurants listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.292.12
Median0.392.69
Upper Quartile0.583.54

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an American Restaurant in California?

The median asking price for an established American Restaurant in California is $391,000, though prices range from under $228,000 to well over $760,000.

How much do American Restaurants owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in California is $1,000,000 and owners earn a median of $150,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value an American Restaurant?

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 American Restaurants in California, revenue multiples range from 0.29 to 0.58, with a median of 0.39. Earning multiples range from 2.12 to 3.54, with the median at 2.69. This means the typical American Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.39 times its annual revenue, and 2.69 times its annual owner earnings.

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