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American Restaurants For Sale in California

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Turnkey Pizza Restaurant in Woodland Hills Shopping Center - Equipped!
Asset Sale

Woodland Hills, CA

Charming pizza restaurant available in a busy Woodland Hills shopping center! This is an asset sale featuring approximately 900 sq ft of space with indoor and outdoor seating in a high-traffic,...

$75,000

$75,000

Turnkey Speakeasy Nightclub + Integrated Fast Casual Kitchen
Asset Sale

West Hollywood, CA

Major Price Reduction. A rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully built-out nightlife venue combined with a fast-growing fast casual concept, located in the heart of the legendary Sunset Strip....

$485,000

$485,000

Upscale Cafe - Restaurant for sale in Folsom
Asset Sale

Folsom, CA

Fully built-out Cafe - Restaurant, turnkey café/restaurant located in a strong retail corridor of Folsom. Located next to major amenities in Folsom and HWY 50. The business operates six days per week...

$115,000

$115,000

Fast Food location. Bring your concept! Corner with large parking lot
Asset Sale

Stockton, CA

1,600 sq.ft. Seats 28 inside & 16 outside in a private patio. High traffic location. Large monument sign. Large 18' Type 1 full cooking hood. Set up for Quick Serve/Fast Food, but can easily be a full...

$95,000

$95,000

Restaurant and Taqueria in Garden Grove
Asset Sale

Garden Grove, CA

Imagine walking into your own restaurant space in a charming Garden Grove residential plaza - this could be your next business venture! This well-positioned taqueria offers you the perfect foundation...

$145,000

$145,000

Dana Point Restaurant | Newly Built Out
Asset Sale

Dana Point, CA

-Located in the coveted Lantern District and close proximity to Truly Pizza. -1,200 square feet and 8 years left on the lease with options. -Currently built out for light food but has ability to be a...

$50,000

$50,000

Type 47 ABC Liquor License – Sacramento County
Asset Sale

Sacramento, CA

FOR SALE: Type 47 ABC Liquor License – Sacramento County Rare opportunity to acquire an active Type 47 ABC Liquor License in Sacramento County. This license allows the sale of beer, wine, and...

$29,000

$29,000

*ASSET* $1M+Sales-5 Days Brunch /ABC #41 -ASKING$160.000
Asset Sale

Chino, CA

**Asset sale** This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, high-volume brunch restaurant with proven annual sales exceeding $1M. The business operates in a spacious 2,175 sq ft location...

$195,000

$195,000

Restaurant turnkey in Fullerton
Asset Sale

Fullerton, CA

Restaurant for Sale — Turnkey Fullerton Location Prime opportunity on Imperial Hwy — high-traffic, highly visible Fullerton restaurant, turnkey and move-in ready. Clean, well-maintained space with...

$250,000

$250,000

Turnkey Restaurant Space – Asset Sale Cypress
Asset Sale

Cypress, CA

Fully Equipped Restaurant Space – Ideal for New Concept | High Traffic Center Description: Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant space in a prime North Orange...

$59,000

$59,000

Tastefully updated Asian restaurant asset sale
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

ASSET SALE OPPORTUNITY - FULLY EQUIPPED THAI RESTAURANT This established Thai restaurant and bar represents a turnkey asset acquisition opportunity in San Francisco's competitive dining market. The...

$150,000

$150,000

Turn Key Irvine Restaurant
Asset Sale

Irvine, CA

In the heart of Orange County. Premium build out completed in the last 2 years. Large patio. Liquor license. Amazing opportunity to step right into a beautiful restaurant. Flexible on price. Contact...

$250,000

$250,000

Full service restaurant with 2 hoods Asset sale
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

ESTABLISHED FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT ASSET SALE - PRIME RUSSIAN HILL LOCATION This asset sale presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant operation in San...

$135,000

$135,000

Prime Downtown LA Restaurant with Hard Liquor License
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully updated space in a high-traffic dining corridor Established restaurant opportunity in prime downtown Los Angeles location featuring a coveted hard liquor license approved on CUP. This...

$149,000

$149,000

Great Opportunity To Purchase A 47 Liquor License Or 48 Liquor License
Asset Sale

Orange, CA

Professional liquor license acquisition opportunity featuring Type 47 (Beer and Wine) and Type 48 (General On-Sale) licenses available across multiple California counties. This asset sale provides...

$85,000

$85,000

Restaurant -Assets & Lease-Bring your concept! Hi traffic downtwn
Asset Sale

Los Gatos, CA

Fully equipped with everything you need to run a restaurant with full bar. Type 1 full cooking hood. Nearly 500 sq.ft. of outside seating in addition to 1,500 sq.ft. inside. A+ location in Los Gatos....

$310,000

$310,000

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Serving Alameda County, CA

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Prime Location Restaurant Asset Sale – Save Time & Money
Asset Sale

Palo Alto, CA

***Photo is not the actual photo of the restaurant*** Turnkey restaurant opportunity in a prime location—perfect for an owner-operator or experienced restaurateur looking to launch quickly without the...

$300,000

$300,000

Restaurant – 3,200 SF, Low Rent, Flexible Conversion Opportunity
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

This established Ethiopian restaurant offers 3,200 sq. ft. of usable space in a high-traffic San Jose corridor surrounded by commercial buildings and steady daily foot traffic. The operation has been...

$99,000

$99,000

Prime Culver City Westfield Restaurant Location
Asset Sale

Culver City, CA

Exceptional Restaurant Opportunity in High-Traffic Westfield Culver City Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out fast casual restaurant in one of Los Angeles’ busiest retail destinations —...

$299,000

$299,000

Liquor License Type 47 for Sacramento County
Asset Sale

Sacramento, CA

Imagine yourself stepping into the thriving Sacramento restaurant and bar scene with this incredible opportunity. You'll get your hands on a valuable Type 47 liquor license specifically for Sacramento...

$35,000

$35,000

Sushi Zono-Assets & Lease. 1,800 sf. Low rent. 11 ft. hood.
Asset Sale

Campbell, CA

Sushi Zono. 831 W. Hamilton Ave. PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB OR TALK TO EMPLOYEES. Fully equipped restaurant with 11 food type 1 hood, nice bathrooms and new electrical panel. New 10 year lease at just...

$79,000

$79,000

TurnKey Bar/ Lounge, Near Lake Merritt, Rare Type 48 Liquor License
Asset Sale

Oakland, CA

A TurnKey Bar/ Lounge in Oakland, California, just one block from Lake Merritt. This high-visibility location benefits from strong daily foot traffic and consistent vehicle exposure, situated in a...

$180,000

$180,000

Torrance Del Amo Mall Brand New Turnkey Restaurant for Lease
Asset Sale

Torrance, CA

Premises: 6450' plus outdoor patio Rent: $6.00 psf Gross All in plus utilities Very Substantial Landlord T. I. Contribution Parking: Shopping Center Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Liquor...

$295,000

$295,000

Culver City Main Street Equipped Restaurant for Lease
Asset Sale

Culver City, CA

CULVER CITY MAIN ST. EQUIPPED RESTAURANT FOR LEASE Premises: 1580' + patio Rent: $15,000 per mo. nnn Parking: City Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Beer and Wine Comments: Fully Equipped -...

$250,000

$250,000

Hollywood Burger Beer Bar Restaurant For Lease
Asset Sale

Hollywood, CA

HOLLYWOOD BURGER BEER BAR RESTAURANT FOR LEASE Premises: 2300' Plus Patio Monthly Rent: $6.00 psf + nnn Lease Term: New Lease Parking: Public and shopping center LICENSES: Beer and Wine - 2 am...

$195,000

$195,000

"Saratoga" Downtown Turn-Key restaurant Prime Location!
Asset Sale

Saratoga, CA

"Saratoga" Downtown Turn-Key restaurant Prime Location This turnkey restaurant asset sale presents a strategic opportunity to acquire a fully equipped 1,672 square foot dining establishment from...

$295,000

$295,000

Type 47 or Type 48 On-Sale Liquor License for sale in Mendocino County
Asset Sale

Ukiah, CA

This is a full liquor license that can be issued to either bars or restaurants in Mendocino County (see below for further descriptions of the two licenses). Price is $150,000 net to Seller, so the...

$150,000

$150,000

Mexican American Restaurant in Anaheim
Asset Sale

Anaheim, CA

Imagine walking into your own thriving Mexican restaurant that's been serving the Anaheim community for over 25 years. This isn't just another restaurant opportunity - it's a chance to step into a...

$325,000

$325,000

Outer Sunset Restaurant For Sale with Low Rent and Fully Equipped
Asset Sale

San Francisco County, CA

Outer Sunset Restaurant For Sale with Low Rent and Fully Equipped RRC#5254 Offered at $125,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $705,610 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent:...

$149,000

$149,000

Restaurant Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Santa Barbara, CA

Imagine stepping into your own thriving sandwich shop right in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara! This well-loved quick-service eatery has been serving up delicious, made-to-order deli sandwiches...

$105,000

$105,000

QSR Opportunity – Prime Corner Cypress CA Location w/ High Visibility
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

QSR Opportunity – Prime Corner Cypress CA Location w/ High Visibility – Asset Sale - Recent Build - All FFE Included - Bring Your Own Brand RRC# 5235 Asking Price:$99,000 Not a franchise sale, but an...

$99,000

$99,000

Turn key storefront business
Asset Sale

San Ramon, CA

Turn-Key Commercial Space in High-Traffic San Ramon Plaza This asset sale presents a fully renovated retail storefront in a prime San Ramon location with exceptional visibility and traffic flow. The...

$25,000

$25,000

Successful Santa Monica Restaurant & Bar w/47
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Long-standing Westside favorite, featuring a full kitchen and a coveted Type 47 liquor license, this sexy and stylish venue has been pulling a loyal, upscale clientele for years. With its prime...

$325,000

$325,000

Thriving Restaurant with Drive-Thru in Anaheim
Asset Sale

Anaheim, CA

For Sale: Thriving Restaurant with Drive-Thru in Anaheim! Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a well-maintained Taqueria that’s perfectly situated on a busy street with high traffic. This...

$250,000

$250,000

High-Volume Ultra-Modern Restaurant & Bar | Hard Liquor License
Asset Sale

Butte County, CA

High-Volume Ultra-Modern Restaurant & Bar | Hard Liquor License -Prime Location RRC# 5233 Asking Price: $350,000 Location: Butte County Annual Revenue: $1,337,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...

$350,000

$350,000

(In Escrow) Plug and Play Restaurant on busy PCH in South Redondo Bch
Asset Sale

Redondo Beach, CA

ASSET SALE | LISTED AT $129,000 Turnkey restaurant asset sale located on the highly trafficked Pacific Coast Highway in South Redondo Beach. This recently remodeled 1,602 SF space offers excellent...

$129,000

$129,000

Turnkey Restaurant Asset Sale In Oxnard
Asset Sale

Oxnard, CA

Turnkey Restaurant – Waterfront Shopping Center | Oxnard, CA Asset Sale Only Fully built-out fast-casual restaurant available in a prime waterfront, grocery-anchored shopping center in Oxnard. Located...

$99,000

$99,000

Hot Opportunity : Restaurant For Sale In Los Angeles (Asset Sale)
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Mid-City neighborhood of Los Angeles, It sits on South La Brea Avenue, a busy north–south arterial street in central LA that connects several vibrant districts and offers high walkability and transit...

$49,000

$49,000

Established Restaurant Less than a Half Mile from USD
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Stand alone building with good parking on a highly visible part of Linda Vista Rd. just 1 min from the USD campus. Turn-key operation with a walk in cooler, two new ADA compliant bathrooms, new...

$120,000

$120,000

Great Corner Location in Downtown Lafayette! Fully Built Restaurant
Asset Sale

Lafayette, CA

*IN-CONTRACT / PENDING SALE* Discover an exceptional restaurant opportunity in the heart of Downtown Lafayette—where charm, culture, and commerce converge. This impressive 2,700 sqft restaurant...

$285,000

$285,000

Charming Cafe with ABC Beer & Wine, Absentee Run
Asset Sale

San Mateo County, CA

Imagine yourself as the proud owner of this charming community café in beautiful El Dorado County! This isn't just any coffee shop – it's a beloved local gathering place that feels more like a cozy...

$65,000

$65,000

Charming Cafe with ABC Beer & Wine, Absentee Run
Asset Sale

San Mateo County, CA

This is a Cozy café with coffee, espresso drinks, pastries, sandwiches, crepes, and a relaxed library-style setting with books. They also host evening events, musical performances, and wine nights...

$65,000

$65,000

DTLA TurnKey Restaurant Bar Entertainment for Sale
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

DTLA TURN KEY RESTAURANT BAR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR SALE Premises: 2400' + 600' patio for Outdoor Venue Events Three Stages - The 11,000' parking lot can be used for outdoor venue events Monthly Rent:...

$450,000

$450,000

Hood, Fryers, Walk-in, New Build QSR Retail– Bellflower, CA - NEW
Asset Sale

Bellflower, CA

***MAJOR PRICE IMPROVEMENT FROM $250,000 TO $195,000*** TURNKEY WING / Fryer Restaurant – BELLFLOWER, CA Brand-New Build | Prime Retail | Motivated Seller This is a straight-shooting opportunity. This...

$195,000

$195,000

Kathleen Jones

Business Team

Serving Orange County, CA

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Restaurant & Bar for Sale in Southeast San Diego
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Discover a rare opportunity to own a beloved restaurant in Southeast San Diego, complete with an ABC Type 47 license! This long-established local gem is on the market as an asset sale following the...

$199,000

$199,000

Turn-Key, 1 year old restaurant in Fairfield CA
Asset Sale

Solano County, CA

Turn-Key, 1 year old restaurant in Fairfield CA RRC#5190 Asking Price: $150,000 Location: Solano County Monthly Rent: $4,700 Listing Description: This restaurant is located in a highly visible area of...

$150,000

$150,000

Price Reduced to $95,000- Historic Restaurant & Bar
Asset Sale

Fresno County, CA

Price Reduced to $95,000 - Historic Restaurant & Bar - Full of Character, Located near Lodi RRC# 5187 Asking Price: $95,000 Location: San Joaquin County Annual Revenue: $1,473,000 Annual Cash Flow:...

$95,000

$95,000

UC San Diego Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Fully fixturized premises that includes an expansive bar, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, outdoor patio and event space. Located within the Student Center, a central hub on campus for various...

$150,000

$150,000

Dtla Turn Key Restaurant 2 Am Bar Live Entertainment For Sale
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Premises: 2400' + 600' patio for Outdoor Venue Events Three Stages - The 11,000' parking ;lot can be used for outdoor venue events Monthly Rent: $11,500 mo. total Parking: Exclusive Parking and public...

$450,000

$450,000

Popular BBQ Fast-Casual Restaurant Near Beach Community – Ex-Franchise
Asset Sale

Long Beach, CA

This fast-casual BBQ and Baby Back Ribs restaurant is offered as an asset sale. The business is located near a beachside walking district with steady foot traffic and strong visibility, providing a...

$100,000

$100,000

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)
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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