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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,...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $180,003

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Profitable, High‑Traffic Boba Shop in Prime LA Location

Alhambra, CA

Tastea Alhambra 349 E Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 MLS#: SR25063338, This profitable boba shop offers a rare opportunity to step into a fully established, high‑traffic business with consistent...

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$250,000

$250,000

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Price Reduced! Turnkey Japanese Restaurant in Prime Downtown SF

San Francisco, CA

Price Reduced! Recently reduced from $120,000 to $100,000. Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established turnkey Japanese restaurant in a prime downtown San Francisco location. Located at 614...

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$100,000

$100,000

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Historic Boyle Heights Burger Rest. – ISO Next Steward of a Local Fave

Boyle Heights, CA

**Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established neighborhood restaurant with an existing name, proven menu, loyal following, and deep roots in the Boyle Heights community.** This is not a new concept...

$99,000

$99,000

Turnkey Fine Dining Restaurant with Full Bar in NE Fresno

Fresno, CA

Upscale & fully updated Fine dining location in Prime NE Fresno with a Full bar *Alcohol license: Type 47 * Annual gross sales up to $914,000 * Rent is $5,000 a month including CAM charges * 2,400 SF...

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$479,000

$479,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

2-Unit Dessert Franchise | Manager-Run, National Brand

Los Angeles County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire two established, manager-run franchise dessert locations a few miles apart in the same metro, both fully built out, both operating inside one of the strongest quick-service...

$960,000

$960,000

Cash Flow: $295,490

Indoor Playground and Cafe in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

This is a sale of the well-established indoor playground and café in the highly desirable Eagle Rock community. This thriving turnkey business occupies approximately 6,000 square feet across two...

$225,000

$225,000

Mexican grill with beer & wine license for sale in Contra Costa County

Contra Costa County, CA

Situated in the heart of Central Contra Costa County, California, is a highly profitable and well-established Mexican Grill for sale. Renowned for its diverse menu, this restaurant offers breakfast,...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $105,279

Plug and Play Mediterranean Restaurant in Playa Del Rey, CA

Playa Del Rey, CA

Time Out Mediterranean Cuisine represents an exceptional turnkey restaurant acquisition opportunity in Playa Del Rey, California. This established restaurant operates with a proven business model...

$170,000

$170,000

Vietnamese Restaurant Business for Sale

Garden Grove, CA

***Call or Text Diane Higuchi 909-725-3538 or Josie Lopez 626-202-9355 for more information*** Established Vietnamese Restaurant - Prime Garden Grove Location This well-established Vietnamese...

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$220,000

$220,000

Moe's Southwest Grill
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Bring Moe's To Fans Who Crave Something Different. Moe's Southwest Grill is all about big flavor, good vibes, and doing things a little differently. From fresh-made burritos and tacos to the famous free chips and salsa, Moe's has created a dining experience that keeps guests coming back. If you're looking for a franchise opportunity with personality and a passionate fan base, Moe's offers a chance to grow with a brand that celebrates individuality and welcomes everyone to the table.

$300,000

$300,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,184,316

Indoor playground with Arcade Claw machines

San Bernardino County, CA

Established Indoor Playground & Entertainment Center - San Bernardino County, CA This profitable entertainment venue has been successfully operating since 2016, generating $600,000 in annual revenue....

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$290,000

$290,000

Tacos

Buena Park, CA

LOCATION, LOCATION AND LOCATION near Knott Berry Farm tourist destination on Busy Beach Blvd in Buena Park, Easy to manage, 100% Help Run, No Experience needed, America's Number one affordable price...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Motivated Seller: Turnkey Charcuterie Business

$119,000 - Visalia, CA

$119,000

Visalia, CA

Robert Moran

United Franchise Group

Modern Restaurant in Prime Downtown Location

San Luis Obispo, CA

Established Modern Restaurant - Prime Downtown San Luis Obispo Location Proof of funds and a signed NDA is required before disclosure of financials and further details This turnkey business presents...

$250,000

$250,000

Turnkey Café I Premium Buildout I Highly Desirable Midtown Location

Sacramento, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, fully operational café in a highly desirable Midtown Sacramento location. The space features a high-end contemporary buildout, quality fixtures and...

$975,000

$975,000

Lloyd Silver

BTI Group

Serving Contra Costa County, CA

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Established Ramen Restaurant with ABC Type 41 License in SF, CA

San Francisco, CA

Established Ramen Restaurant with ABC Type 41 License in SF, CA Established in 2022, the Ramen restaurant has built a loyal following for ramen and appetizers on a popular Street in San Francisco’s...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $63,692

Premium tequila brand with proven sales seeking strategic investment

San Diego, CA

BlowFish Tequila is a premium, California-based tequila brand seeking a strategic partner to fuel its next stage of growth. Built from the ground up by a hands-on founder, the brand has achieved...

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$100,000

$100,000

Baskin Robbins Ice Cream, Employee Run Store

Orange County, CA

Brand New Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream Franchise for Sale. This new store is just one year old with growing sales. Fresh 10-year franchise agreement and 10-year location lease with two options to renew, 5...

$399,000

$399,000

Cash Flow: $42,000

SBA Pre-qualified! Sushi Restaurant in South Orange County

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Orange County, CA

"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1027 Area: South Orange County Asking Price: $470,000...

$470,000

$470,000

Cash Flow: $202,852

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Papa John’s Pizza – Profitable Store – Exceptional Value Opportunity

Ventura County, CA

PROFITABLE PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in Ventura County Ca. Looking for a hot business opportunity in Ventura County? Look no further than Papa John's Pizza Franchise. Located in a very prime...

$119,000

$119,000

Cash Flow: $59,800

Church's Texas Chicken
Franchise

Available in California

QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity

$250,000

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,115,007

Turnkey Restaurant for Sale – Prime Burbank Location!

Burbank, CA

Turnkey restaurant opportunity located on one of Burbank’s busiest and most visible commercial corridors. This freestanding building features ample private parking and excellent synergy with major...

$435,000

$435,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Boba Tea shop For Sale

Rialto, CA

• Currently operating with established customer base • Annual revenue of $360,000 demonstrates strong market demand • Fully equipped with all furniture, fixtures, and equipment included • Spacious...

$80,000

$80,000

Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant

$1,200,000 - San Diego County, CA

$1,200,000

San Diego County, CA

Fred Kardous

America's Business Broker

Popular Franchise Coffee Shop | Low Rent |

Folsom, CA

Established and well-loved cafe with loyal repeat customers and a strong reputation in the community. Great opportunity for a full-time owner or semi-absentee operator. Significant growth potential...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Franchise Restaurant Poke House for SALE

Sacramento, CA

Turnkey franchise poke restaurant located in a prime Sacramento retail corridor surrounded by Target, Starbucks, Jamba, Panda Express, grocery stores, schools, medical offices, and a major hospital....

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$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $53,500

Crumbl Location for sale in Corona, CA

California

Crumbl offers a crave-worthy cookie experience with large, handcrafted cookies baked fresh every day. Our menu changes weekly to showcase a mix of timeless favorites and inventive seasonal flavors,...

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$850,000

$850,000

Prime Livermore Restaurant Opportunity – Fully Equipped, High-Traffic

Livermore, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant and bar in the heart of Downtown Livermore, one of the East Bay’s most vibrant dining and entertainment districts. This turn-key facility...

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$399,000

$399,000

Waffle Love Northridge Established Franchise Unique and Strong Brand

Los Angeles, CA

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to acquire a profitable, well-established, and beloved fast-casual franchise nestled in the heart of a vibrant San Fernando Valley community. Successfully...

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$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Prime Downtown Hermosa Beach Restaurant w/ Ocean Views

Hermosa Beach, CA

Restaurant & Bar Steps to the Beach Established Italian restaurant in one of Southern California’s most desirable coastal communities in the heart of downtown Hermosa Beach, located just one block...

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$250,000

$250,000

Location Location, Restaurant Opportunity Price Cut!

Los Angeles, CA

This established American restaurant presents a strategic investment opportunity in a prime corner location within the Central Los Angeles La Brea corridor. The property benefits from exceptional...

$49,000

$49,000

Vitality Bowls
Franchise

Available in California

Vitality Bowls is a low-initial cost, fast-casual cafe franchise specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, salads, and more, made with clean ingredients in allergy-friendly kitchens. Today, the brand has grown into an award-winning franchise known for its attention to organic ingredients and strong customer loyalty. The brand offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to open a cafe business well-positioned in the booming health and wellness dining category.

$75,000

$75,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $562,024

Rare Stevenson Ranch Sushi Restaurant (Santa Clarita LA County)

Stevenson Ranch, CA

Established/profitable Sushi Business with upside...

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$195,000

$195,000

EBITDA: $100,000

Established Carmel Restaurant - Unlimited Potential

Carmel, CA

Every great restaurant begins with a remarkable space—and this is your chance to create the next iconic dining destination in Carmel. After nearly four decades of serving the community, this highly...

$365,000

$365,000

Cash Flow: $76,798

Exclusive Listing – KTV Hot Pot Restaurant Opportunity

$500,000 - San Francisco, CA

$500,000

San Francisco, CA

zining chen

Grand Realty Group

Fremont High Traffic Location

Fremont, CA

Best location in Fremont full set hot pot restaurant equipment full kitchen walk in cooler freezer and hood...

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$500,000

$500,000

High-Volume Poke Restaurant in La Quinta – Patio – Beer & Wine – $820K

La Quinta, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire an established and profitable poke restaurant in the highly desirable La Quinta / Coachella Valley market. The restaurant generated approximately $820,000 in gross...

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$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Two Profitable Yogurt Shops

Bakersfield, CA

Imagine walking into not one, but two thriving yogurt shops that could be yours tomorrow. You're looking at an incredible opportunity to own two profitable locations in this health-focused industry...

$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $62,835

Papa Murphy's Franchise, Turnkey, Seller Financing Possible

Sacramento, CA

An opportunity to acquire a Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise located in the affluent area of Sacramento, California. This approximately 1,250 sq. ft. store operates as a 100% absentee-owned...

$149,900

$149,900

Boba Tea, Smoothies and Hot Food Cafe in Pleasanton

Pleasanton, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving specialty tea and food cafe that is centrally located on Main Street, in the heart of high-foot-traffic Downtown Pleasanton, where popular downtown events and...

$120,000

$120,000

La Crescenta Bar with Property – Local Favorite with Parking!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

La Crescenta, CA

This La Crescenta bar with a Type 48 Liquor License is being offered for sale with its 2,300+ square foot property, as well the property’s unique ability to host a commercial on premise billboard in a...

$1,125,000

$1,125,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Napa Health Cafe Franchise — $100K Cash Flow, Lease Thru 2034

Napa, CA

Established 13-year national healthy-concept franchise in Napa, CA — with a lease secured through August 2034. Anchored in a high-traffic Plaza alongside major national retailers, in one of...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $100,504

Fantastic opportunity to own a well-established Subway Sandwich Shop

Simi Valley, CA

We are proud to present an exceptional turnkey business opportunity in one of Simi Valley's most desirable communities. This established Subway® franchise combines the strength of a globally...

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$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Eon Lew

District Realty Group

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Established Cafe | Açaí Bowls | Smoothies | Wraps in Prime Location!

Mountain View, CA

ESTABLISHED FRANCHISE CAFE - PRIME MOUNTAIN VIEW LOCATION Well-established superfood cafe franchise operating since 2018 in a high-traffic Mountain View location. This turnkey operation specializes in...

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$170,000

$170,000

High Volume Mediterranean Restaurant with Catering & Party Room

Kings County, CA

11 Years Established Mediterranean Restaurant in Kings county * 4,000 SF space * Has a Private party room,Bar setup, & outside seating patio area * Catering options * Great Location * Annul Gross...

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$325,000

$325,000

Ringside Bar & Grill

$425,000 - Lake Elsinore, CA

$425,000

Lake Elsinore, CA

Prime Gaslamp Quarter Resturant– 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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$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Popular Juice Bar & Event Catering Services

Los Angeles County, CA

- $4 Billion Market - Retail Sales hitting records - Huge Growth Opportunity in Event Catering - Exceptional Location in the highest foot traffic mall in The State of California - Branding is...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Sandwich Shop, 20 Years In Business In Middle Of San Clemente.

San Clemente, CA

ESTABLISHED SANDWICH SHOP - 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS This well-established deli and sandwich shop represents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. Operating successfully...

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$85,000

$85,000

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

World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shops

San Diego, CA

Established World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shop Chain - 3 Prime San Diego Locations This exceptional multi-location coffee and bakery business has dominated the San Diego County market for 19 years,...

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$395,000

$395,000

Centrally Located Boba Franchise For Sale

Visalia, CA

Well established Boba Shop for sale. Deep-rooted throughout facets of the community. With limitless expansion possibilities through catering and other community events. Experienced and highly...

$320,000

$320,000

Opportunity to take over a well establish franchise with high revenue

Sacramento, CA

Here is an opportunity to take on expanding franchise business that has potential to keep growing if taken care of correctly. No need to start a business from scratch and worry about potential loss....

$400,000

$400,000

Established Korean Tofu & BBQ Restaurant - Irvine

Irvine, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Korean tofu and BBQ restaurant located in one of Irvine's busiest retail corridors. The restaurant enjoys strong visibility, ample parking, and...

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$380,000

$380,000

Restaurant Fully Equipped Ready to Start

Granite Bay, CA

Fully Equipped Ready to Start Space - Restaurant Build-Out Already Done - Save $200K+ and Launch Months Sooner A fully built-out fast-food space in Granite Bay is available for a new operator. The...

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$150,000

$150,000

Chan Kee

Walnut, CA

Chan Kee is an established Chinese restaurant operating since 2018 in Walnut, CA, strategically positioned between Walnut and Diamond Bar. This turnkey operation generates $2.5 million in annual...

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$275,000

$275,000

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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