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American Restaurants For Sale in California

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Breakfast and Lunch Cafe

Stanislaus County, CA

Breakfast and lunch American/Mexican cafe....

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Hot Dog fast food restaurant (Franchise) near UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

A franchise hot dog restaurant is for sale near UC Berkeley. It is situated in a busy plaza alongside other fast-food establishments which attracts a large crowd to this location. The space is newly...

$75,000

$75,000

Wonderful Restaurant in Great Downtown Petaluma Location for Sale

Petaluma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant come available in Downtown Petaluma. Now available is a gorgeous restaurant in a wonderful location in lovely downtown Petaluma. This 3,200 square foot restaurant has seating...

$195,000

$195,000

small EAGLE ROCK restaurant

Eagle Rock, CA

Size: 870 SF. Occupancy: 26 seats Rent: $3,801.20 + NNN Lease Term: good thru 4/30/2028 Option: 5 years Fully equipped kitchen, one ADA restroom, 32 parking spaces,...

$120,000

$120,000

Turnkey 6-Unit Subway Opportunity in Ventura County

Ventura County, CA

6 Unit Package Established units in the heart of Ventura County Terrific opportunity to enter or expand in the brands Subway offers a wide variety of customizable submarine sandwiches, wraps, and...

$1,550,000

$1,550,000

Cash Flow: $414,000

Former Julian Grill - Real Estate Included

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Julian, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a freestanding restaurant property with restaurant improvements and assets located in the heart of Julian, California, one of Southern California’s most popular mountain...

$900,000

$900,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Mexican Quick Serve Restaurant, most sought after OC Downtown location

Orange County, CA

Imagine yourself running a thriving Mexican restaurant in one of Orange County's most coveted downtown locations. This established quick-serve concept sits in the heart of all the action, where foot...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Turn-Key Taco Shop for Sale – Prime Anaheim Location – Fully Equipped

Anaheim, CA

Turn-key taco shop available in Anaheim. This is an asset sale opportunity for a fully equipped Mexican restaurant space with hood, grill line, refrigeration, and all major equipment in place. Current...

$129,000

$129,000

Established Restaurant, $3.3+ Million Sales, $460,000 Profit

Contra Costa County, CA

Established Restaurant, $3.3+ Million Sales, $460,000 Profit, SBA Pre-Approved Loan RRC#5223 Asking Price: $895,000 Location: Contra Costa County Annual Revenue:$3,356,571 Annual Cash Flow: $460,000...

$895,000

$895,000

Established Restaurant/Wine Bar with Exquisite Outdoor Patio

Santa Cruz County, CA

Established Restaurant/Wine Bar with Exquisite Outdoor Patio $2 Million + Sales & $300,000 Profit- SBA Pre-Approved RRC#5168 Asking Price: $725,000 Location: Santa Cruz County Annual Revenue:...

$725,000

$725,000

Well established restaurant in Long Beach – Absentee owned

Long Beach, CA

This turnkey, absentee-owned operation delivers impressive financial and low owner involvement, making it ideal for investors, multi-unit operators, or semi-absentee buyers seeking reliable cash flow...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $285,000

Bar & Grill-Prime Downtown Long Beach Location

Long Beach, CA

Surrounded by thousands of residential units in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, this 20 year Bar & grill sits in a prime spot for foot traffic and local business. It’s the perfect neighborhood...

$149,000

$149,000

Hawaiian Fusian Restaurant

Burbank, CA

Hawaiian fusion restaurant for more detials NDA must be signed....

$385,000

$385,000

Rare Opportunity: Established Taproom & Gastropub – Seller Financing

Sacramento, CA

A rare opportunity to own a thriving, family-run taproom and gastropub located in a strong Sacramento submarket. This well-established business enjoys a 4.7-star Google rating and has become a...

$245,000

$245,000

Attractive Restaurant/Full Bar in the Heart of Downtown San Carlos

San Carlos, CA

ESTABLISHED RESTAURANT & FULL BAR OPPORTUNITY - DOWNTOWN SAN CARLOS Prime commercial restaurant space featuring 4,051 square feet in the heart of downtown San Carlos,San Mateo County. This turnkey...

$389,000

$389,000

Fully Equipped Restaurant w/ Patio & Living Quarters

Lake Elsinore, CA

Offered for sale is a rare business + real estate opportunity centered around a well-known, long-established roadhouse-style restaurant located on an approximately 6.94-acre mountaintop parcel along...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

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Ravi Jagtiani / Jagtiani Group with Intero Commercial

Serving San Mateo County, CA

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Full service restaurant in Danville for sale

Danville, CA

Step into a turnkey restaurant opportunity that delivers both financial performance and operational flexibility. This established Danville restaurant generates $1.2M in annual sales while offering...

$550,000

$550,000

Sizzler Franchise - Beer & Wine -Well Established -San Fernando Valley

Los Angeles County, CA

Sizzler Franchise, well-established, short hours, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, desirable and upscale community of San Fernando Valley. Please note, that this franchisee is located...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $166,344

Established | 5,000 Sq Ft | Strong Community Presence

San Mateo County, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established grocery supermarket in the heart of Mid-Peninsula, California. This 5,000 square foot retail space serves a loyal and growing customer base...

$500,000

$500,000

Franchise Burger Restaurant with Beer & Wine, Patio, Great Sales and .

Carson, CA

Business Summary This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing franchise burger restaurant located in the vibrant city of Carson. Situated in a prime, high-traffic area, this...

$199,000

$199,000

EBITDA: $112,000

Orange County Bar, Live Music & Dining Hot Spot – Music Lover’s Fave!

Huntington Park, CA

This coastal Orange County bar, live music, and dining hot spot is a favorite with music fans throughout the county and beyond! This popular entertainment venue has a bit of everything, including...

$695,000

$695,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Fast Food with real estate

Los Gatos, CA

HIGHLIGHTS Real estate for sale separately for $1.6M. This iconic quick serve restaurant has been established over 50 years! The stand-alone building is under 1,000 sq.ft and is located on a high...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $274,202

Profitable and Highly Rated Sushi Restaurant (SDE 180+)

San Diego, CA

This well-known Japanese Sushi restaurant, which holds a Beer and Wine License, is located in a prime, high-traffic shopping center anchored by major national retail and grocery store brand. The...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $183,054

Multi-Unit Denny's Franchise Opportunity

Monterey County, CA

4 Unit Package Upward Sales Trend Denny's Inc. has over 1,600 quality full service Denny's restaurants across the United States. 1 million dollars net worth with at least $500K liquid. Restaurant...

$1,630,000

$1,630,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

High-Volume Denny’s in Prime Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to secure a high-performing Denny’s situated in a high-density corridor of Los Angeles County. The location benefits from exceptional traffic counts and robust demographics,...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Cash Flow: $515,000

2 Proven Bar & Restaurant Brands with 6 Profitable Locations

Orange County, CA

This acquisition opportunity consists of two well-established restaurant brands operating a total of six locations across California and Texas. Each concept is scaled to three locations, collectively...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $4,410,155

Restaurant/Bar Opportunity in the Heart of S.V. Type 47 License

San Jose, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Operation with Type 47 License Available in Prime San Jose Location This well-positioned casual dining establishment presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for...

$248,000

$248,000

High End Restaurant in Del Mar

San Diego, CA

Bring your concept to this fully built out $1.4mil restaurant completed 5 years ago. This restaurant even comes with a full hard liquor license. 3700 sq ft of restaurant space plus a bonus exclusive...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $650,000

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

Restaurant And Cafe - Over $200K in Annual Profits!

Santa Rosa, CA

OPPORTUNITY: Great opportunity to purchase a beautiful & profitable restaurant in Santa Rosa. This is a locally owned restaurant and café, with all day breakfast, sandwiches, wraps, salads and with a...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

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

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

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

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Quiet Light Brokerage, Inc.

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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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

"San Carlos Downtown" Turn-Key Restaurant on Laurel Street, low rent!

San Carlos, CA

ESTABLISHED SUSHI & JAPANESE RESTAURANT - DOWNTOWN SAN CARLOS Operational Metrics: • 10+ years continuous operation with established customer base • 1,280 sq ft dining space with 40-seat capacity •...

$325,000

$325,000

"San Bruno Downtown" fully equipped restaurant, turn key, profitable!

San Bruno, CA

Rent $5,125 + NNN (400) Lease term 9 years remaining 1280sf seats 40 Rear parking lot shared Beer wine license (type 41) Selling Price $288,000 Facility Specifications: • Fully-equipped commercial...

$288,000

$288,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

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 known Restaurant in SF Bay Area

Oakland, CA

QUINN'S LIGHTHOUSE - ICONIC WATERFRONT RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY Acquire this legendary Oakland waterfront dining destination with 40 years of established operations. Quinn's Lighthouse offers an...

$200,000

$200,000

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

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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