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California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale

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Established Cold-Pressed Juice & Smoothie Bar

Palo Alto, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, nationally franchised juice and smoothie bar. This location is already built out, fully equipped, and operating — step into an existing brand with a...

$599,000

Cash Flow: $148,000

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$599,000

Cash Flow: $148,000

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Mexican Restaurants | Two(2) Locations | Real Estate(Land & Building)

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Orange County, CA

Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these well established businesses...

$8,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,297,505

$8,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,297,505

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Full-Service Restaurant for Sale Asking Price: $99,000

Goleta, CA

Teddy Rice is a full-service restaurant ideally situated next to UC Santa Barbara (UCSB), one of the fastest-growing universities in the region. The location benefits from consistent, built-in foot...

$99,000

10

$99,000

Niche Facilities Service and Repair Business

Roseville, CA

Own a Proven Niche Business with an Established Customer Base in the Sacramento area. Are you ready to be your own boss and build a business you can truly call your own? Whether you have experience in...

$150,000

EBITDA: $80,000

3

$150,000

EBITDA: $80,000

Truly master piece of ownership " Sushi Restaurant"

Thousand Oaks, CA

Once you enter the Restaurant, you'll feel special and classy. Most of the customers are repeat customers from the family generation. The high-quality interior and top-class implementation make it the...

$120,000

$120,000

Woodbury Town Center, Irvine- Turn-Key Steakhouse & Grill for Sale

Irvine, CA

Location: Woodbury Town Center, Irvine, CA (Adjacent to Great Park Corridor) Premises: Expansive Freestanding Commercial Building with Dedicated Curb Appeal Anchor Synergy: High-Traffic Power Center...

$1,300,000

16

$1,300,000

Turnkey Sports Bar & Restaurant with Live Entertainment in Prime Loc.

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a turnkey, full service restaurant and lounge located in Tarzana. The business serves pizza, wings, burgers, appetizers, and beer, withrevenue coming from dine in service, online ordering, and...

$105,000

Cash Flow: $48,398

$105,000

Cash Flow: $48,398

Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location

San Francisco, CA

**Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location** Outstanding opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant in a prime San Francisco location. This approximately **2,000 SF**...

$65,000

7

$65,000

Make it Cheers with Grace

Gardena, CA

Once you experience this Historical and trendy Japanese Restaurant in the Torrance/Gardena neighborhood, you will return for taste and price. The owner will decide to sell his handful of other...

$149,000

5

$149,000

Turnkey Nekter Juice Bar

Yorba Linda, CA

19% Year-Over-Year Growth | Fully Equipped Opportunity to acquire a well-performing Nékter Juice Bar franchise in Yorba Linda with consistent year-over-year growth and strong operating fundamentals....

$249,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

10

$249,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Teriyaki Madness
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,113,760

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,113,760

Profitable Restaurant chain with three locations

Los Angeles County, CA

Well-established and fast-growing quick-service restaurant concept offering a unique fusion of Mexican street food with Peruvian-inspired flavors. The opportunity includes three operating locations in...

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $478,875

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $478,875

Absentee High-Volume AYCE Buffet | Strong Assets & Growth Upside

Los Angeles County, CA

This established AYCE buffet restaurant in Los Angeles County presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly recognizable dining concept with strong historical performance, substantial included...

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Motivated Seller: Turnkey Charcuterie Business

Visalia, CA

This is the deal serious buyers have been waiting for. A fully operational, staffed, and established charcuterie and catering business in Visalia, CA — now available at a significantly reduced price...

$119,000

$119,000

Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant

San Diego County, CA

American and Mediterranean Restaurant is a Persian family-owned restaurant rooted in tradition and hospitality. Their menu brings together authentic Persian flavors and Mediterranean influences,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Exclusive Listing – KTV Hot Pot Restaurant Opportunity

San Francisco, CA

Turnkey restaurant featuring a complete KTV and hot pot setup with brand-new equipment throughout. 📐 Approximately 7,000 SF 💰 Current Base Rent: $10,800/Month 🎤 Private KTV Entertainment Setup 🍲...

$500,000

7

$500,000

George Massalas

BIZ Builder.Com

Serving Ventura County, CA

George has an extensive career that spans over 50 years Owning, Operating and Selling Businesses of all kinds throughout the United States. Instead of investing in popular Stocks and Bonds, George forged a successful career investing in California Business Opportunities ~ and is widely recognized as a Leading Authority on Creating Jumbo-CAP Investments, securing Business Acquisitions and formulating Exit Strategies for Small to Medium-Sized Businesses. In 1980, George was among a handful of young, energetic entrepreneurs who invested heavily in a new Direct Mail Advertising Franchise [Money Mailer] ~ and was largely responsible for inventing the company’s Regional Franchise System. George’s early efforts helped catapult Money Mailer to become the #1 Direct Mail Advertising Franchise in the Nation. With Money Mailer’s dominance firmly in place, George re-prioritized his efforts by starting BIZ Builder.Com in 1995 ~ with the sole purpose of helping other young entrepreneurs achieve their financial dreams and goals. Leveraging unique Business Opportunities has always been a fundamental hallmark of George’s career ~ and continues to be a “Guiding Light” for the remarkable success BIZ Builder.Com enjoys throughout the United States today.

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Ringside Bar & Grill

Lake Elsinore, CA

Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to own and operate your own tavern while unlocking its full earning potential. A new owner can increase revenue by introducing fresh concepts, expanding...

$425,000

23

$425,000

American BBQ Restautaurant with bar and R/E

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Corona, CA

This beloved American restaurantwith Bar 47 License Real Estate and Great View , represents more than just a business opportunity – it's a testament to the American dream realized through smoke,...

$4,300,000

EBITDA: $502,123

2

$4,300,000

EBITDA: $502,123

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Rare Opportunity: 14-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring

Ontario, CA

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – HIGH-TRAFFIC LOCATION, ESTABLISHED & PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine – Ontario, California An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and...

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Turnkey Scratch Italian Restaurant - Central California

Merced County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey scratch Italian restaurant in Central California with a fully equipped commercial kitchen, distinctive brand, loyal customer base and substantial...

$249,000

Cash Flow: $91,867

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$249,000

Cash Flow: $91,867

High Margin Dessert/Snack Franchise - Mall Food Court

Daly City, CA

The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and Nordstrom. Low food cost and labor compared with...

$550,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

4

$550,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

McAlister's Deli
Franchise

Available Nationwide

McAlister's Deli brings together great food, genuine hospitality, and a strong sense of community. By creating welcoming environments where guests feel at home, the brand has built lasting connections and meaningful moments of togetherness. Join a brand that's committed to bringing people together and making a difference in local communities.

$425,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,868,101

$425,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,868,101

Pick Up Pizza Owner finance $44,000 down + inv. Nets $110,000 2025

Fresno County, CA

You can pick it up, call it in or order online. The store is well established. Present owner has a FT manger at $23.00 per hour. The store needs an owner/operator to reduce payroll and general...

$169,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

$169,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Turnkey Award-Winning Restaurant | Recently Remodeled | NearWholeFoods

Sonoma County, CA

Confidential, turnkey restaurant located in a high-traffic West Sonoma County setting. This is an established concept with a loyal customer base, strong local recognition, and a clean, well-maintained...

$72,500

$72,500

Restaurant Business for Sale – Davis, CA

Davis, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a 5,000± SF fully equipped restaurant in the heart of Davis. Located in the prestigious Research Park area near UC Davis, this high-visibility location is surrounded...

$180,000

15

$180,000

Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring

San Dimas, CA

Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – TURNKEY, ESTABLISHED, PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine | San Dimas, California Presenting a...

$875,000

42

$875,000

Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant

Petaluma, CA

This historic 1870 building has been newly restored and renovated. It includes a complete restaurant with an open kitchen. The restaurant is being sold as a turn-key restaurant that is ready to go....

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Established Gourmet Pizzeria / Turnkey Opportunity

Riverside County, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established gourmet pizzeria that has been a community favorite for over a decade. Located in the highly desirable Temecula Valley outskirts along the I-15...

$250,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

High-Volume AYCE Sushi w/ strong profit and huge upside potential

Los Angeles, CA

High-Volume All-You-Can-Eat Sushi & Izakaya with Immediate Upside This turnkey restaurant combines proven profitability with substantial untapped growth potential, making it ideal for an experienced...

$875,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

2

$875,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Turn-Key Restaurant in Elk Grove!

Elk Grove, CA

This established sushi and Japanese restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Elk Grove's competitive dining market. The business has demonstrated exceptional operational...

$295,000

9

$295,000

Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant in Los Gatos

Los Gatos, CA

【Exclusive Listing】Restaurant for Sale in Los Gatos – Approx. 1,500 SF Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant located on the highly desirable Blossom Hill Road corridor in Los Gatos....

$180,000

6

$180,000

Established Restaurant

Oakland, CA

Up for sale is a well-established Grill and Hamburger Restaurant, situated in the heart of Oakland, California's bustling business district. This restaurant enjoys a prime location on Lakeshore...

$165,000

3

$165,000

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
Franchise

Available Nationwide

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a fast-casual restaurant specializing in the popular and growing Greek/Mediterranean food. The Great Greek takes pride in procuring only the freshest ingredients and preparing them daily to make each meal a memorable one.

$300,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,562,385

$300,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,562,385

Turn-key Japanese dining format with prime commercial position

Hayward, CA

Located in a prime commercial corridor in Hayward, this approximately 3,600 SF fully operational All You Can Eat (AYCE) Sushi restaurant is now available for sale. The restaurant benefits from a...

$228,000

13

$228,000

Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! is a fast-casual restaurant

Napa County, CA

Chicken Guy American Canyon is a modern fast-casual restaurant concept associated with celebrity chef Guy Fieri, offering flavorful, hand-breaded chicken tenders, sandwiches, fries, and a wide...

$775,000

2

$775,000

Turn key Drive Thru with Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Thousand Palms, CA

PRIME RESTAURANT REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY - THOUSAND PALMS, CA Exceptional freestanding restaurant property with drive-thru capability, strategically positioned off Interstate 10 in Riverside County....

$3,999,999

$3,999,999

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego

San Diego, CA

Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, excellent street visibility, and convenient on-site...

$125,000

$125,000

[Just Reduced] Turn-Key Irvine Spectrum Bakery & Cafe

Irvine, CA

Location: Los Olivos Marketplace Size: 876 SF (Highly efficient footprint with minimal overhead) Rent: Approx. $7,800/month (Fully inclusive of CAM, NNN, and all fees) Current Concept: Cupcakes &...

$200,000

24

$200,000

Menchie’s
Franchise

Available in California

Own a high-performing retail engine. Proven systems, consistent repeat traffic, and a brand built for long-term equity in a simplified category.

$120,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $594,743

$120,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $594,743

Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location

Monterey, CA

A rare opportunity to own Kona Steak & Seafood a highly regarded full-service restaurant located in one of California’s most desirable coastal markets. This is a proven profitable operation with...

$1,495,000

$1,495,000

Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO EggDrop in Roseville, California

Roseville, CA

This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Roseville's most desirable markets. The space...

$290,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

Which Wich Franchise or Established Restaurant Space

Palm Desert, CA

1420 sqft restaurant space located on HWY 111 and El Paseo, Palm Desert. Security Deposit, Restaurant Equipment, Furniture & Fixtures all included. 48 seats. Does not include Franchise Transfer Fee....

$180,000

9

$180,000

High Margin Dessert Franchise Busy Mall location.

Bakersfield, CA

The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and JCPenny. Low food cost and labor compared with...

$475,000

Cash Flow: $230,000

4

$475,000

Cash Flow: $230,000

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

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Marysville, CA

Stassi's 4th Ward Tavern: Your Turnkey Bar Ownership Dream Awaits! Marysville, CA | 5,000+ SF Building | Established Business | Almost ZERO Power Bill Dreamed of owning a bar? This is it! Stassi's 4th...

$800,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

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$800,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Kevin Kim

Action Realty Task Holdings, Inc

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Action Realty Task Holdings, Inc (ART) with its DBA Action Realty Task Inc (ART) established in 2022, based on LA Palma, Orange County, consited of more than 90% of agents, brokers or staff being seasoned over 15 years expereice in RE industry, have been dedicating to selling, buying commercial properties, busiensses alone, and business and realties, SFR (Hoses, Condos exceeding over hundreds of dollars over the past 4 years, We are serving mainly Los Angeles couty, orange county, riverside county, san bernardino county, and 8 of surrounding counties and neighbor states through the relatonships of near-by states agents and/brokers in selling properties or businesses. Actually, as name indicates, we are doing re business as ART of work

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Turn-Key Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights (Colima Rd)

Rowland Heights, CA

Size: 3,318 SF ( Capacity: 100 ) Rent: ~$14,600/mo ($4.40/SF, INCLUDES NNN!) Location: 18441 Colima Rd, Rowland Heights, CA 91748 Highlights Prime Location: Situated on Colima Rd at the LA/Orange...

$200,000

6

$200,000

Top Sales Volume Papa John’s (5) Stores | $6M Gross | LA/Riverside

Corona, CA

Papa John's Pizza Franchise Multi Store - 5 Very Profitable Locations in Los Angeles & Riverside Counties A unique opportunity presents itself for the acquisition of a stable and profitable Papa...

$2,999,999

Cash Flow: $784,235

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$2,999,999

Cash Flow: $784,235

Cozy Fully Remodeled Vietnamese & Thai Restaurant | Low Rent

Garden Grove, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly rated Vietnamese & Thai fusion restaurant in the highly sought-after West Garden Grove community, one of Orange County’s most desirable residential neighborhoods....

$185,000

3

$185,000

*****PRICE REDUCTION $150,000-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...

$150,000

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$150,000

Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!

Monterey County, CA

Great opportunity to own a growing, established, and very popular pizza restaurant. The pizza restaurant is located on the main busy street/highway next to an AutoMall. High visibility and great...

$220,000

$220,000

Juice It Up!
Franchise

Available in California

Join a proven 30+ year brand with a strong franchise foundation, delivering $852K AUV among the top 25% and achieving 50% growth from 2019 to 2024. Capitalize on low startup costs, efficient operations, and a compact footprint designed for high performance and profitability.

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $569,718

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $569,718

Premier International Market - Turnkey Business with Growth Potencial

Los Angeles, CA

Premier International Market - Turnkey Business with Growth Potential This thriving international market represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-positioned grocery business in...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

2 CRUMBL Franchise Locations for sale in LA County!

Los Angeles County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire two fully operational Crumbs franchise locations in a growing market. These locations come fully equipped, staffed, and positioned for a new owner to capitalize on the...

$599,999

$599,999

Established Mediterranean Restaurant — Oakland, Type 47 License

Oakland, CA

ESTABLISHED MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT - OAKLAND, TYPE 47 LICENSE This profitable Mediterranean restaurant represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey operation in one of Oakland's...

$345,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

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$345,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Popular World Famous Turf Club w/Building

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Hayward, CA

THE local gathering place with a long history of fabulous, diverse, inclusive events. The ideal buyer would be one who will carry on the legacy of the historical World Famous Turf Club and take it to...

$2,800,000

6

$2,800,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Pasadena Bakery Turnkey Operation with Proven Track Record

Pasadena, CA

Established in 1995, Bakery is a well-known neighborhood bakery café located in Pasadena, California. The business has built a strong reputation over nearly 30 years for its quality bakery products,...

$250,000

EBITDA: $30,270

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$250,000

EBITDA: $30,270

Pizza Factory
Franchise

Available in California

Looking for a business and lifestyle you love? Check out Pizza Factory–Awesome since 1978! Our franchisees are living the good life in a casual atmosphere that’s free of the limits of the rat race. For single and multi-unit operators, we offer generous territories with streamlined start-up costs and flexible fast-casual and quick-service buildout models. Pizza Factory specializes in vast menu offerings, serving fresh, never frozen hand-tossed pizza, pasta, wings, sandwiches, salads, beer, wine and more. Awards include: Top 6 Food and Beverage franchise by both Franchise Business Review and QSR Magazine, PMQ’s Pizza Magazine’s leading franchises; and Entreprenuer.com’s Franchise 500.

$130,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $910,069

$130,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $910,069

Buy or Sell a Restaurant and Food Business in California
Restaurants and food service businesses listed for sale on BizBuySell feature a broad mix of business types, including full service and fast casual restaurants, cafés, bakeries, bars and taprooms, franchise restaurant units, specialty food shops, catering operations, and packaged or artisanal food businesses, with some listings bundled with liquor licenses or owned real estate. These are primarily location based hospitality and food retail, generating revenue through on premise dining, takeout and delivery, alcohol sales, catering, and event services, alongside franchise models that emphasize standardized menus and systems, and specialty or branded food businesses that monetize through repeat local customers or wholesale and retail distribution.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed655
Asking Price$299,000
Reported Revenue$730,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$127,946
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$165,000$299,000$527,500

Market Financial Highlights

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

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$436,071$80,000
Median$730,000$127,946
Upper Quartile$1,200,000$200,762

Valuation Multiples

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

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.291.70
Median0.422.45
Upper Quartile0.603.21

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Restaurant and Food Business in California?

The median asking price for an established Restaurant and Food Business in California is $299,000, though prices range from under $165,000 to well over $527,500.

How much do Restaurants and Food Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Restaurants and Food Businesses in California is $730,000 and owners earn a median of $127,946, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Restaurant and Food Business?

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 Restaurants and Food Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.29 to 0.60, with a median of 0.42. Earning multiples range from 1.70 to 3.21, with the median at 2.45. This means the typical Restaurant and Food Business in California may ask for around 0.42 times its annual revenue, and 2.45 times its annual owner earnings.

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