East Los Angeles, CA
A rare and exciting culinary experience combining the best of both worlds. Discover our unique menu, crafted with vibrant flavors and innovative twists. Perfect for a profitable and easy-to-run...
California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale
Market Info
mexican Japanese fusion
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Cash Flow: $80,000
Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
San Diego, CA
Fully operational topless nightclub in San Diego, CA includes liquor license, police permit to operate, fully staffed, fully equipped. Millions invested in top notch buildout, state of the art...
SBA Pre-qualified! Sushi Restaurant in Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1034 Area: Costa Mesa Asking Price: $540,000 Including...
Cash Flow: $219,897
Turnkey Ice Cream & Frozen Dessert Vending Machine Route for Sale
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
Priced to Sell - Well-Established Pizzaria with ABC License!
Sacramento County, CA
Imagine walking into a pizza restaurant where everyone knows your name – that's exactly what you'll find with this beloved community gem in Sacramento County. This isn't just another pizza place; it's...
Cash Flow: $55,000
Famous Pizza & Sports bar
Orange, CA
IN ESCROW - IN ESCROW . Serving NY-style pizzas, plus pasta, calzones & sandwiches, in a casual setting and sports bar . Big screen TV's for games . Also arcade games . Big money maker . Owners are...
Cash Flow: $210,000
Profitable Bakery & Event Space for Sale - Open to some financing
Riverside County, CA
Open to discussing some client financing to a qualified buyer. For more than 20 years, this well-loved Wine Country Bakery has been devoted exclusively to creating elegant wedding cakes and dessert...
Cash Flow: $85,952
High-Traffic Japanese Restaurant Business for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Established Japanese sushi restaurant in prime Sun Valley location offers exceptional investment opportunity. This corner unit benefits from high visibility positioning near Burbank Airport and major...
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High-Volume Japanese Restaurant: $800K+ Gross with a 5-Day Work Week!
Yuba City, CA
An incredible opportunity to acquire Sushi Ichiban, a highly profitable, turnkey Japanese restaurant situated in a prime commercial corridor of Yuba City (1560 Butte House Rd). This local favorite...
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Cash Flow: $250,000
Turnkey Japanese Restaurant: High Margin, Manageable Size, Long Histor
Mission Viejo, CA
ESTABLISHED JAPANESE SUSHI RESTAURANT - ORANGE COUNTY This turnkey Japanese sushi restaurant represents a rare acquisition opportunity in Orange County's competitive dining market. With over 40 years...
Cash Flow: $107,000
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
High-Traffic Togo’s Franchise For Sale
Orange County, CA
Well-established Togo’s franchise located in a high-traffic regional shopping center with strong daily consumer activity and excellent visibility. The surrounding area features a healthy mix of...
Cash Flow: $79,826
Mediterranean Franchise | Scalable Concept w/ Expansion Potential
California
This Californian Mediterranean Franchisor has two California S Corporations (one for the Franchisor and one for the franchise location going with the sale) and was started 10 years ago by the current...
3
Cash Flow: $450,000
Profitable Restaurant chain with three locations
$1,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Instagram-Famous Coffee/Tea Shop & Patisserie – Prime Orange County
Orange County, CA
Turnkey Investment Opportunity: Highly Profitable, "Instagram-Famous" Boutique Café & Patisserie The Opportunity An incredible opportunity to acquire a thriving, fully-operational boutique café and...
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Turnkey Full-Service Restaurant & Bar for Sale
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established Mexican restaurant and bar offering a rare turnkey opportunity in Rancho Cucamonga's prime high-traffic corridor. This fully operational establishment generates $1,300,000 in annual...
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Cash Flow: $130,000
Sands Investment Group
Sands Investment Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sands Investment Group specializes in the buying and selling of investment properties for private institutions and investors nationwide. Our brokers are experts in their product type, from restaurants to retail and everything in between. Our company of distinguished experts in all aspects of investment properties bring a proven track record to the table with over 4,800+ transactions in 48 states and $9.2 Billion in commercial real estate transactions—and counting.
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Fast Causal Dine in Pizza Restaurant for Sale with party room
Fontana, CA
Established pizza restaurant located in Fontana, CA offering exceptional turnkey opportunity in a high-traffic area. This 2,800 square foot facility features seating for approximately 100 guests plus...
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Famous Chinese Dumpling Brand for Sale
Alhambra, CA
20 years famous Chinese dumpling brand restaurant for sale. Every months very profitable amount but seller is old couple and need to retired. They do have over 10 franchise restaurants. And this...
6
Cash Flow: $170,000
Stand alone building with patio have parking lots
Long Beach, CA
Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Long Beach Location This thriving Thai restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced restaurateur or investor seeking a turnkey operation in...
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Big Bear Lake's Best Deli
Big Bear, CA
Welcome to the finest deli in Big Bear Lake. Located at the entrance to the Big Bear Lake Village, The Old German Deli has been serving the residents and tourists of Big Bear Lake mouth watering...
6
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established 5-Unit Subway Portfolio | Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County, CA
Established 5-unit Subway portfolio located throughout Los Angeles County featuring a strong mix of in-line and end-cap locations in high-density retail corridors. The portfolio benefits from an...
EBITDA: $360,000
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Premium mobile coffee franchise from the makers of Kona Ice. Proven model, fixed royalties, and expert business support. Own your journey today!
Indian Restaurant for Sale – Near Major High-Tech Industry Hub in SJ.
Santa Clara, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established Indian restaurant located in the heart of Santa Clara County near major Silicon Valley high-tech companies and office campuses. This prime location...
Restaurant Greater Palm Springs Area
Palm Springs, CA
Restaurant is centrally located in the greater Palm Springs area with close proximity to surrounding Desert Cities. A favorite place for locals and visitors to enjoy delicious food, craft beers, wine...
Cash Flow: $130,000
Established & Very Profitable Absentee Frozen Yogurt Store - 10 years
$96,000
Murrieta, CA
Established Restaurant Truckee, CA | $180K SDE
Sacramento County, CA
Well-established full-service restaurant with over 20 years of operating history in a premier Tahoe market. The business benefits from a strong local following combined with consistent tourist traffic...
Cash Flow: $179,657
High-Profit Chinese Noodle House in Prime South Coast Metro
Santa Ana, CA
This is a premier opportunity to acquire a high-performing, turnkey Chinese Noodle House located in the heart of the South Coast Metro district. Situated in a dominant, Target-anchored shopping...
Cash Flow: $185,000
Wholesale Dessert Distributor
Palm Springs, CA
Premium Wholesale Dessert Distributor business specializing in authentic European delicacies, serving businesses across the Coachella Valley, including Palm Springs, Indian Wells, and surrounding...
Cash Flow: $142,668
Japanese Restaurant For Sale
Tracy, CA
This established restaurant is located in a high-traffic shopping center, surrounded by major retailers including Walmart, Costco, Home Depot, Best Buy, and HomeGoods. It also sits next to popular...
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Temecula's Go-To spot in a prime location with a drive through
Temecula, CA
Cali Kabob presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-owned Middle Eastern restaurant in one of Temecula’s most desirable and rapidly growing trade areas. Rooted in over a...
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Established Vietnamese Restaurant in high traffic shopping center
Redlands, CA
Established Vietnamese Restaurant - Prime Redlands Location This thriving Vietnamese Pho restaurant represents an exceptional opportunity in Redlands' bustling dining scene. Operating successfully...
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Cash Flow: $250,000
Established BBQ Restaurant and Catering Business for Sale
Truckee, CA
BBQ Restaurant and full service catering business established 19years. Location in beautiful Truckee Ca. a mountain town known for skiing, hiking, biking, golf, fishing, Donner Lake, 14mi from Lake...
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Cash Flow: $200,000
Moe's Southwest Grill
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Moe's Southwest Grill® is authentic, adventurous and all-around fun. Our passion has made us the go-to brand for Southwestern fare and one of the most recognized fast-casual Mexican restaurant franchises available. We're the ideal choice for franchise owners interested in building a loyal following in their market while embracing their own independent spirit.
"Fixer" Restaurant and Bar - Type 47
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Priced to sell fast! Confidential opportunity to acquire an established operating restaurant and bar. This business features a fully built-out restaurant, an existing staff in place, and a valuable...
Japanese Restaurant for Sale – Prime Berkeley Location.
Berkeley, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out and operating Japanese restaurant in a high-visibility corridor with strong foot traffic, surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods and a steady...
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Absentee High-Volume AYCE Buffet | Strong Assets & Growth Upside
$2,900,000
Los Angeles County, CA
For sale very popular iconic Pizza Restaurant in Riverside, CA
Jurupa Valley, CA
Located in a great business area! Been 10 years in business! Open 6 days a week Tuesday- Sunday Closed Mondays Employees 2 full time 3 on call Gross sales 2023 $267000 2024 $288000 2025 $303000 Assets...
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Crumbl Franchise in Los Angeles County California
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Los Angeles County, CA
SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase a thriving Crumbl franchise in Los Angeles County California—without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 revenues exceeded...
Cash Flow: $133,639
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.
Prime Gaslamp Quarter Pizzeria – Turnkey Restaurant in San Diego's Hot
San Diego, CA
Prime Turnkey Pizzeria in the Epicenter of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter – Ideal for Any Restaurant Concept! For sale: A fully equipped, operational pizzeria at 732 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 – right...
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Cash Flow: $70,000
Pizza Restaurant for sale
Norco, CA
ESTABLISHED PIZZA RESTAURANT - NORCO, CALIFORNIA This well-established independent pizza restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Norco's growing market. Operating continuously with...
Cash Flow: $61,000
Sushi Restaurant & Semi Full Bar
El Dorado, CA
This established sushi restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity within the premium Japanese dining sector. The business has maintained continuous operations for 20 years,...
Profitable Restaurant & Bar with Catering
Sacramento County, CA
Here’s your opportunity to own a profitable BBQ Restaurant with Full Liquor Bar in a desirable Sacramento community. This Restaurant is the kind of place where friends meet for some great BBQ & brews...
Cash Flow: $154,000
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity in Historic Georgetown, CA
Georgetown, CA
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity in Historic Georgetown, CA Welcome to one of Northern California's most unique hospitality venture and established craft distillery, full-service restaurant, and...
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Bryan Gonzales
First Choice Business Brokers San Diego
Serving San Diego County, CA
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*Reduced!!!* Brewery with Distribution & Strong Growth Potential
Ventura, CA
This turnkey **CERTIFIED ORGANIC** craft brewery is a rare opportunity for a buyer seeking established operations, strong brand positioning, and exceptional growth potential. Designed to balance...
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Hookah Lounge Restaurant with newly built Smash Burger side
Daly City, CA
Situated on a high-traffic, high-visibility corridor, this turnkey operation is fully equipped and ready for immediate takeover. Massive Hookah Lounge Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar WITH an...
6
Cash Flow: $126,000
Make it Cheers with Grace
$149,000
Gardena, CA
Established Multi-Unit Pizza Franchise - North San Diego County
Escondido, CA
This offering includes two turnkey, well-established pizza locations with disciplined operations and consistent performance. Both stores operate with clean, well-organized financials, trained teams,...
Cash Flow: $180,003
Tastea Alhambra- $250,000 brokers open 5/20/26 from 3 to 5 pm
Alhambra, CA
Tastea Alhambra 349 E Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 MLS#: SR25063338, Step right into a proven beverage hotspot in the heart of Alhambra’s Main Street corridor — where foot traffic doesn’t stroll,...
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Graze Craze
Franchise
Available Nationwide
If you’ve considered investing in a food franchise, our grazing board business could be right for you. Charcuterie boards have proven to be a food trend with staying power.
Cajun Seafood & PHO Restaurant for SALE
Fullerton, CA
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey restaurant business located next to the Fullerton Courthouse and within walking distance to California State University,...
Turnkey QSR in Westfield Galleria Mall with Simple Operations
Roseville, CA
TURNKEY QSR IN WESTFIELD GALLERIA MALL WITH SIMPLE OPERATIONS Located inside the highly desirable Westfield Galleria at Roseville, this established quick-service restaurant represents an exceptional...
Cash Flow: $84,000
Café / Restaurant Space
Ventura County, CA
Option for buyer to implement their own concept in this attractive, fully built-out location. Just built out 10 years ago. Operating in an immaculately built-out café space, the business features a...
Cash Flow: $111,229
Profitable Bubble Tea (Boba) Shop with Snacks – Prime Location
Fremont, CA
Established turn-key bubble tea business with fully equipped operations and an existing customer base. The shop offers a variety of popular milk tea, fruit tea, specialty beverages, and snack items in...
3
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established franchise sandwich shop | Prime O.C coastal location
San Clemente, CA
Established sandwich shop in a prime coastal location with loyal local customers and a simple, proven model. This is a true owner-operator opportunity - not suitable for absentee investors. The...
Cash Flow: $75,000
Turnkey Modern Mexican Restaurant & Private Events Venue in San Jose
San Jose, CA
The business features a modern atmosphere, bar area and three spacious dining/event rooms suitable for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, birthdays, graduations and special events. The...
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High-Profit, Absentee-Run Breakfast Franchise- EBITDA $450k
Los Angeles, CA
Established breakfast franchise is currently available for acquisition. It is located on a busy street and highly visible. The business is fully absentee-run, supported by a stable management team and...
Cash Flow: $448,934
High-volume dual-brand fast-casual franchise, newer build out
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity for a restaurateur to purchase this high-volume dual-brand fast-casual franchise restaurant. This restaurant has strong potential, supported by a strong reputation with products that...
2
Cash Flow: $80,000
Established Restaurant in Central Dublin, $975,000
Alameda, CA
Established Restaurant in Central Dublin , $975,000 Annual Sales RRC#: 5140 Asking Price: Offered At $195000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue: $975,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact For Info...
Charleys Philly Steaks & Wings
Franchise
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
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 Analyzed | 642 |
| Asking Price | $329,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $774,321 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $131,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $175,000 | $329,000 | $586,250 |
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.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $465,819 | $84,000 |
| Median | $774,321 | $131,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,300,000 | $220,367 |
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.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.29 | 1.82 |
| Median | 0.42 | 2.50 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.60 | 3.22 |
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 $329,000, though prices range from under $175,000 to well over $586,250.
How much do Restaurants and Food Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Restaurants and Food Businesses in California is $774,321 and owners earn a median of $131,000, 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 1.82 to 3.22, with the median at 2.50. This means the typical Restaurant and Food Business in California may ask for around 0.42 times its annual revenue, and 2.50 times its annual owner earnings.
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