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American Restaurants in CA For Sale

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Wonderful Restaurant in Great Downtown Sonoma Plaza Location for Sale

Sonoma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant come available in Downtown Sonoma. Now available is this beautiful restaurant, which is located right off the historic Sonoma Plaza in lovely downtown Sonoma. The rent is...

$350,000

$350,000

Del Taco - California

Fresno County, CA

For more than 60 years, Del Taco has been serving freshly prepared, craveable food at an unbeatable value. This rare combination is one of the many reasons that they are one of the leading brands in...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $324,055

BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE

Orange County, CA

BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE | Rare % Lease | SBA Eligible RRC#5256 Asking Price: $825,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $1,200,000 Average Annual Cash...

$825,000

$825,000

Breakfast and Lunch Cafe in Oakland for sale!

Oakland, CA

Picture yourself running a charming breakfast and lunch cafe in Oakland, where you'll serve fresh, made-to-order meals while enjoying a perfect work-life balance. This established restaurant has been...

$99,000

$99,000

Denny's Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity

Shasta County, CA

4 Unit Package Denny’s is an iconic piece of the American Dream with a strong franchise base, and a loyal following of customers. The company is restructuring executive leadership to create stability...

$3,650,000

$3,650,000

Cash Flow: $779,000

Highly Desirable Sonic Franchise For Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Newly constructed and thoughtfully designed, this SONIC Drive-In location offers outstanding visibility along a heavily traveled highway in a prime, high-demand trade area. The property features...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $186,941

Restaurant and Bar in Downtown Sonoma for Sale

Sonoma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant or a bar come available in Downtown Sonoma. Now available is a beautiful facility, which is nicely located in downtown Sonoma, by the much desired Sonoma Plaza. The rent in...

$400,000

$400,000

Pacific Beach Bar/Restaurant For Sale

San Diego, CA

Extremely rare Pacific Beach bar / restaurant for sale with Type 47 ABC License (full liquor) and live entertainment permitted. Older liquor license with minimal restrictions and the ability to serve...

$950,000

$950,000

Coastal Encinitas Restaurant For Sale

Encinitas, CA

Extremely Rare coastal downtown Encinitas restaurant for sale. Existing buildout setup for gastropub type use with 18 beer taps, fully equipped kitchen, and city approved street/dining patio. Great...

$375,000

$375,000

Full Liquor Bar for Sale – Type 48 License – Sacramento County

Sacramento County, CA

Full Liquor Bar for Sale – Type 48 License – Sacramento County Owner Relocating • Turnkey Opportunity • Entertainment Venue Turnkey Type 48 full liquor bar for sale in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento...

$119,500

$119,500

Cash Flow: $22,973

Great 3 store Fatburger Franchise Package for Sale in LA County

Los Angeles County, CA

Imagine yourself stepping into the exciting world of franchise ownership with this exceptional three-store Fatburger package in LA County. You'll be joining a beloved hamburger brand that's been...

$999,500

$999,500

Cash Flow: $300,000

Long-Established Banquet Hall & Restaurant with Real Estate for sale!!

San Bernardino, CA

Long-Established Banquet Hall and Restaurant with the Real Estate in Inland Empire, CA for Sale. A Legacy of Excellence and Elegance. Seize the Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity to Own both, the Business...

$7,800,000

$7,800,000

San Diego – ‘Liberty Station’ - 5400 sq ft Restaurant & Bar

San Diego County, CA

San Diego – ‘Liberty Station’ - 5400 sq ft Restaurant & Bar with Huge Patio – Enviable Location. RRC#5255 Asking Price: $225,000 Location: San Diego County Annual Revenue: $1,600,000 Annual Cash Flow:...

$225,000

$225,000

Charleys Cheesesteak Franchise on High Traffic Location

Orange County, CA

This established Charleys Cheesesteak franchise represents a compelling opportunity within the quick-service restaurant sector. The operation is strategically positioned on a high-traffic boulevard in...

$239,000

$239,000

A MUST SEE! Premiere Wine Country Restaurant & Music Venue

Napa County, CA

A MUST SEE! Premiere Wine Country Restaurant & Music Venue, w/Valuable Liquor License. Will Sell Fast At This Price! RRC#5246 Asking Price: $159,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,998,191...

$159,000

$159,000

Oceanside Bar/Restaurant For Sale

Oceanside, CA

Rare coastal Oceanside bar/restaurant with full liquor license and live entertainment. Old liquor license included with limited and favorable conditions. Alcohol service and consumption permitted 7...

$395,000

$395,000

Greg Carpenter

Horizon M&A Advisors

Serving Santa Clara County, CA

When it is time to sell your business, what is important to you? Of course,getting the best price and terms, but also confidentiality, professional management of the process, avoiding risks by thorough preparation, selling to the buyer who will most likely succeed in growing the business, preserving the legacy of the business you have established, and more, are probably important to you. At Horizon M&A Advisors, we focus on putting your interestes first. Our experienced agents have sold hundreds of businesses. Several have owned businesses or have had careers as professional advisors in accounting, tax, and consulting. We have held management positions in public companies and private companies to lead teams of marketing, sales, manufacturing and other functions. We will understand your business and prioritize your requirements. Horizon M&A Advisors serves sellers of middle market businesses with revenues of $5 million to $100 million and sellers of smaller businesses that are suitable for addon acquisitions by larger firms. We serve institutional buyers including public companies, private equity and privately held companies. We specialize in manufacturing (especially precision sheetmetal and machining), building maintenance services and contracting service businesses such as HVAC, Plumbing, etc., but we are generalists and are capable of selling any type of business. We have sold everything from software, high-tech testing and contract manufacturing to service and distribution businesses. We have substantial research resources that enable us to study any industry quickly.

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Turnkey Restaurant in High-Traffic San Diego Neighborhood

San Diego, CA

Prime restaurant location in a high-traffic San Diego neighborhood surrounded by dense residential housing and ongoing development, providing strong built-in customer demand. This is an asset sale of...

$249,000

$249,000

Remodeled Walnut Creek Cocktail Lounge - $194,802 Profit

Contra Costa County, CA

Remodeled Walnut Creek Cocktail Lounge - $194,802 Profit RRC# 5232 Asking Price: $695,000 Location: Contra Costa County Annual Revenue: $824,138 Annual Cash Flow: $194,802 Monthly Rent: $7,294 Listing...

$695,000

$695,000

Confidential Restaurant for Sale – High-Volume Southern California

Los Angeles, CA

Confidential Restaurant for Sale – High-Volume Southern California Market RRC#5237 Asking Price: $1,350,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: $2,800,000 Annual Cash Flow: $23,750 Monthly...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Well-established popular American family diner in OC for sale

Orange County, CA

This well-established American family diner/cafe represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in North Orange County's competitive dining market. Operating continuously since 2011, the business has...

$390,000

$390,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Confidential Restaurant Opportunity — Established Destination Location

Mono County, CA

Confidential Restaurant Opportunity — Established Destination Location in Californias #1 Ski Resort Proven Performance | Strong Margins | Long Operating History RRC# 5236 Asking Price: $1,400,000...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Placer County Turnkey Boutique Café

Placer County, CA

This may be your last chance for this highly acclaimed, chef-driven French pâtisserie in a premier commercial corridor. This stylish, 3-year-old café offers a turnkey opportunity in a high-traffic...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Calabasas Equipped Restaurant For Sale Price Reduced

Calabasas, CA

Premises: Approx. 2900' two patios Monthly Rent: $16,450 per mo. Gross All In Parking: Shopping Center Lease Term: 8 yrs. plus option ABC License: Beer & Wine Price: $295,000 Comments: Fully Equipped...

$295,000

$295,000

High Volume American Restaurant with Full Bar, long established

Huntington Beach, CA

SBA QUALIFIED Buyer Requirements This offering is available to qualified buyers only. Prior to the release of confidential information and execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), interested...

$1,999,990

$1,999,990

EBITDA: $632,000

Well Established Cafe in the Convoy Business District

San Diego, CA

This cafe has been around for 10 years and well known in the Convoy Business District. Over 1800 sq ft with outdoor patio space of 500 sq ft that you don't have to pay for. This is one of the lowest...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Established Downtown Restuarant

Santa Barbara, CA

This restaurant is situated in downtown Santa Barbara, within one of the city’s most active dining and pedestrian districts. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic generated by nearby...

$250,000

$250,000

Second generation restaurant, existing Cafe (Union City)

Union City, CA

Second generation restaurant space perfect for concept conversion. Description: Well-known international Boba tea franchise, offering a variety of premium tea-based drinks. The shop sits in a busy...

$49,500

$49,500

Absentee run bar and restaurant for sale in Santa Clara

Santa Clara, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Opportunity in Silicon Valley This profitable restaurant and bar operation presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Santa Clara, California, strategically...

$338,000

$338,000

Turnkey Restaurant with Full Liquor available Prime in Echo Park

Los Angeles, CA

Area Highlights: CityStreet Commercial is pleased to present a premier restaurant/wine bar opportunity at 1320 Echo Park Ave. in the heart of Echo Park. Situated just off the iconic Sunset Blvd...

$480,000

$480,000

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate

El Dorado County, CA

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate located on Main St in the Sierra Foothills. RRC# 5225 Offered at $685,000 Location: El Dorado County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$685,000

$685,000

Sherman Oaks Ventura Blvd. Restaurant & Bar For Sale

Sherman Oaks, CA

SHERMAN OAKS VENTURA BLVD. RESTAURANT & BAR FOR SALE Premises: 3900' Free Standing + Patio on 4800' lot Monthly Rent: $4.75 + .85 nnn Parking: Exclusive Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: 2 am...

$475,000

$475,000

Casual Café & Burger with Drive-Thru; Steady Sales; Asking $1.2M

Thousand Palms, CA

> A well-established family casual café and burger restaurant with drive-thru service is being offered for sale in Thousand Palms, Riverside County. > The business has been operating successfully...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

American Cafe with Drive Thru with Property

Thousand Palms, CA

Business Description > Profitable Restaurant & Real Estate: Offered for sale at $4.5 million, this freestanding family casual restaurant includes its ~3,540 sq. ft. building (built 1995) on a ~33,976...

$4,500,000

$4,500,000

Cash Flow: $444,000

Chicken Franchise Hot Sale !!

Hacienda Heights, CA

Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Business Type: Hot Chicken / Fast Casual Restaurant Status: Fully Turnkey – Ready for Immediate Operation Average monthly Gross sales: $45,000 ~ 55,000 Monthly rent:...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Exceptional Bar & Restaurant – 6,500 sq ft - $4 million Annual Revenue

Monterey County, CA

Exceptional Bar & Restaurant – 6,500 sq ft - $4 million Annual Revenue – Established 2001 - Monterey County RRC# 5196 Offered At $800,000 Location: Monterey County Annual Revenue:$4,291,000 Annual...

$800,000

$800,000

Established Downtown Bistro

Santa Barbara, CA

This distinguished bistro is located in the vibrant heart of downtown Santa Barbara within a well-known retail and dining plaza. Established in 2007, the restaurant offers a refined and intimate...

$199,000

$199,000

Bar and Restaurant – Classic Neighborhood Favorite w/Street Visibility

Ontario, CA

This Greater Ontario Area combination restaurant and bar is a longtime local neighborhood favorite with great access and street visibility. The venue is known for its classic food and welcoming,...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $258,495

Food Truck work anywhere fully equipped kitchen

Los Angeles, CA

SOLD - SOLD - SOLD Food Truck reduced to $78,888 Work anywhere with fully equipped kitchen . Only 24,500 miles , Model year 2016 Freightliner like new . Your own menu and your own hours . The low...

$74,900

$74,900

Family run Mexican Restaurant

Escondido, CA

Established over 25 years, this a family owned and run Mexican restaurant. Does not serve alcohol, but a new owner may easily get a license. Open 7 days Profitable...

$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Turnkey Beach City Bistro | Prime Trade Area | Patio | Low Rent |

Orange County, CA

Turnkey Beach City Bistro | Prime Trade Area | Patio | Low Rent | ABC 41 | $155K Seller Earnings | SBA Qualified RRC#5182 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $660,000 Annual...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

$125k, Sacramento Metro Area – Sports Bar with QSR Style Restaurant

Yolo County, CA

$125k, Sacramento Metro Area – Sports Bar with QSR Style Restaurant & Huge Patio RRC#5221 Offered at $125,000 Location: Yolo County Annual Revenue: $1,038,410 Annual Cash Flow: $88,000 Monthly Rent:...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $88,000

Little Caesars - California

San Diego County, CA

Little Caesars in California for sale – $125,000 This location is currently part of a larger ownership structure and is primed for an owner-operator ready to step in and take the reins. It is an ideal...

$125,000

$125,000

Nunos Bistro & Bar in Upland - SBA Loan Pre-Approved

San Bernardino County, CA

Nunos Bistro & Bar in Upland - SBA Loan Pre-Approved - Restaurant & Cocktail Bar – Enviable Location with Patio RRC#5220 Asking Price: $345,000 Location: San Bernadino County Annual Revenue:...

$345,000

$345,000

Cash Flow: $266,000

Real Estate Opportunity with Restaurant Infrastructure on Main Steet

San Mateo County, CA

Real Estate Opportunity with Restaurant Infrastructure on Main Thoroughfare in Daly City RRC#5219 Offered at $995,000 Location: San Mateo County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$995,000

$995,000

Randy Katz

Synesis Advisors

Serving San Francisco County, CA

From our initial discussion about a potential sale until after you have handed over your operation, Synesis Advisors is there. This includes helping you understand what your business is worth and potential deal structures, assembling offering memorandums, implementing go-to-market strategies, pre-screening potential buyers, negotiating deal terms, project managing the many parties associated with a transaction, and planning an orderly business transition. We are multi-disciplinary experts so that you don’t have to be.

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American Cafe with Drive Thru on I - 10 Freeway

Thousand Palms, CA

Profitable Restaurant: Offered for sale at $ 1,36. million, this freestanding family casual restaurant includes Established & High-Volume: Operating since 2014 with drive-thru, serving a strong mix of...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $444,000

Costa Mesa Area Restaurant & Bar – Established Customer Favorite!

Costa Mesa, CA

This well-established family operated Costa Mesa area restaurant and bar has been a customer favorite for over 5 decades and is being offered for the first time! The spacious venue, that has become a...

$895,000

$895,000

Cash Flow: $205,190

Asset Sale — Restaurant w/ Patio & Bar + Full Liquor License

Alameda County, CA

A long-standing café and restaurant serving the Livermore Valley for over 10 years, offering a well-designed and versatile space. The restaurant features a bright 3,500 sq ft main dining area, a 600...

$180,000

$180,000

Korean Style Fried Chicken, Positive Cash Flow, Quick Return!

Monterey Park, CA

Picture yourself owning this thriving Korean-style fried chicken restaurant that's been serving satisfied customers for over 8 years. You'll step into a turn-key operation in a modern, inviting 1,100...

$79,000

$79,000

Venice Restaurant with Beachside Patio

Los Angeles County, CA

Venice Restaurant with Beachside Patio RRC#5217 Asking Price: $25,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent: $5,400 Listing...

$25,000

$25,000

Iconic Restaurant Business for Sale

Alameda County, CA

Iconic Restaurant in a Historic Landmark. Rare opportunity to acquire a well-known dining destination in Alameda County. • Prime Location • Hard Liquor License included - Major value component and...

$398,000

$398,000

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) Total California Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed189 922
Asking Price$375,000-
Reported Revenue$1,000,000 $2,226,735
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$136,835 $53,445
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$220,000$375,000$800,000

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$573,837$84,000
Median$1,000,000$136,835
Upper Quartile$1,583,803$240,000

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 Quartile0.302.15
Median0.402.70
Upper Quartile0.583.57

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 $375,000, though prices range from under $220,000 to well over $800,000.

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 $136,835, 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 0.30 to 0.58, with a median of 0.40. Earning multiples range from 2.15 to 3.57, with the median at 2.70. This means the typical American Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.40 times its annual revenue, and 2.70 times its annual owner earnings.

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