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Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley

San Diego, CA

Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...

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$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $750,000

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Tea, Boba & Asian Fusion Restaurant for sale!

Orange, CA

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION ... A modern Tea/Boba and Asian Fusion restaurant, established in 2023 and equipped with new appliances and furnishings, is available for sale. The property offers 2,100...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $45,000

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Sushi Bento for Sale

Indio, CA

Over 7 years of successful operation, this well-established sushi restaurant is located on high-traffic Highway 111 in Indio with excellent visibility and steady customer flow. The restaurant features...

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$129,000

$129,000

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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

Popular/cash Cow /Short Hours/ Location Location Location

Los Angeles, CA

This is a local favorite high volume fast food spot. 70-80% of income is CASH. Only open 9am to 4 pm, and unlimited growth potential. Please provide proof of funds with inquiry for faster...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $174,000

Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop

San Jose, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, nationally recognized premium beverage franchise in a prime West San Jose retail corridor. Situated in a highly desirable area with strong...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $70,049

Upscale Turn-Key Asian Restaurant in Prime Van Nuys Location

Van Nuys, CA

Rare opportunity to own a beautifully designed upscale Asian restaurant in the heart of Van Nuys. This fully operational turn-key restaurant features a modern elegant ambiance, spacious dining area,...

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$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $252,000

No Rent Ever: Iconic Drive-In + Real Estate for Sale | $698K Sales

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Yuba County, CA

No Rent Ever: Iconic Drive-In + Real Estate for Sale | $698K Sales | Quincy RRC#5298 Asking Price: $349,000 Location: Plumas County Annual Revenue: $698,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly...

$349,000

$349,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Long Established Breakfast/Lunch Restaurant, 1,600 sq ft with Patio, l

Stanislaus County, CA

Long Established Breakfast/Lunch Restaurant, 1,600 sq ft with Patio, located in the Central Valley. RRC# 5295 Asking Price: $345,000 Location: Stanislaus County Annual Revenue: $900,000 Annual Cash...

$345,000

$345,000

Pacific Cafe - 7000 Geary Blvd, San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

Pacific Cafe - 7000 Geary Blvd, San Francisco RRC#5284 Offered at $195,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $1 Million Plus Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent: $4,800...

$195,000

$195,000

Two Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant For Sale! Motivated Sellers

Sonoma County, CA

Two Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant For Sale! Motivated Sellers. Priced Below Market! Strong SDE Profits. RRC#5279 Offered at $375,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $2,400,000 Annual...

$375,000

$375,000

High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Livermore

Alameda County, CA

High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Livermore - Built for Hands-On Owner Profitability and Success. RRC# 5287 Asking Price: $229,000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual...

$229,000

$229,000

Make it Cheers with Grace

$149,000 - Gardena, CA

$149,000

Gardena, CA

Yoshie Brocious

General Realty Group Inc.

High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Alameda - SIX Figure SDE Profits

Alameda County, CA

High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Alameda - SIX Figure SDE Profits for Owner Operator! Below Market Lease will be Assigned! ~25% Revenue Increase Year-to-Year RRC# 5288 Asking Price: $229,000...

$229,000

$229,000

High net profit service restaurant for sale in San Jose Valley Fair

San Jose, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operating, well-established quick-service restaurant business located in a high-traffic, premier shopping center in South Bay (Valley Fair area, San Jose). This...

$968,000

$968,000

Alexander Neyman

SRO164400

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Our Boutique Like Brokerage, Has Been Helping Sellers, With Their Exit Strategies, Since 2008 During This Time, We Have Successfully Sold Many Different Businesses, Operating In Different Industries. We Are Treating All Of Our Listings, Businesses For Sale, As Our Own, And We Are Putting 100% Efforts, To Achieve The End Goal.

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Real Estate Included - 7,000 sq ft Bar, Restaurant & Deli

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Tuolumne County, CA

Real Estate Included - 7,000 sq ft Bar, Restaurant & Deli - Annual Revenues $2.5 million. RRC#5276 Offered at $2,250,000 Location: Merced County Annual Revenue: $2,500,000 Annual Cash Flow: $230,000...

$2,250,000

$2,250,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA Pre-Approved For Owner Operator - Three Locations Breakfast Lunch

Sonoma County, CA

SBA Pre-Approved For Owner Operator - Three Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant Chain For Sale! Profitable With Strong SDE. MOTIVATED SELLERS! Priced Below Market and SBA Value. RRC#5280 Asking Price:...

$495,000

$495,000

Established 1993 – Specialist Deli & Grocery Store - $2.1million

Los Angeles County, CA

Established 1993 – Specialist Deli & Grocery Store - $2.1million Annual Revenues. RRC#5275 Offered at $450,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: $2,100,000 Annual Cash Flow: $154,000...

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$450,000

$450,000

Established Café + Real Estate Included | $1.6+M in Revenues

Marin County, CA

Established Café + Real Estate Included | $1.6+M in Revenues & $300K in SDE | SBA Pre-Qualified RRC#5274 Asking Price: $2,800000 Location: Marin County Annual Revenue: $1,600,000 Annual Cash Flow:...

$2,800,000

$2,800,000

Fully Equipped, Well-Established Local Favorite

Alameda County, CA

Fully Equipped, Well-Established Local Favorite Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant RRC#5272 Offered at $119,000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...

$119,000

$119,000

Landmark Irish Pub – $1.4M+ Sales – Full Liquor – Sacramento County

Sacramento County, CA

Landmark Irish Pub – $1.4M+ Sales – Full Liquor – Sacramento County RRC#5266 Asking Price: $300,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $1,400,000 Monthly Rent: $5,000 Listing Description:...

$300,000

$300,000

$3.2M Restaurant & Bar | Type 47 ABC + Entertainment License

Santa Clara County, CA

$3.2M Restaurant & Bar | Type 47 ABC + Entertainment License | Prime San Jose Location RRC#5265 Asking Price: $649,000 Location: Santa Clara County Annual Revenue: $3,200,000 Base Rent: $18,660/month...

$649,000

$649,000

Pure Water Store & Food Service Opportunity for Sale – Milpitas, CA –

$12,000 - Milpitas, CA

$12,000

Milpitas, CA

Turn-Key Pizzeria & Bar for Sale – Prime Moorpark Location

Moorpark, CA

Fully equipped and ready to operate, this established pizzeria and bar is a true turn-key opportunity in the heart of Moorpark. Located in a busy plaza across the street from Moorpark College, the...

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$195,000

$195,000

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...

$3,099,000

$3,099,000

Cash Flow: $784,235

Highly Visible Remodeled Restaurant/Bar in Downtown Walnut Creek

Contra Costa County, CA

Highly Visible Remodeled Restaurant/Bar in Downtown Walnut Creek with Lots of Upside RRC#5216 Asking Price: Offered at $335,000 Location: Contra Costa County Annual Revenue: $941,388 Annual Cash Flow:...

$335,000

$335,000

Togo’s – Strong Endcap Location in Safeway Anchored Center

Sacramento County, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a strong-performing Togo’s franchise located in a high-visibility endcap location at a busy intersection within a well-trafficked, Safeway-anchored shopping center....

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$250,000

$250,000

EBITDA: $123,000

Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location

Alameda County, CA

Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location on Major Thoroughfare in Central Fremont Location RRC#: 5139 Asking Price: Offered At $225,000 Location: Fremont Annual Revenue:...

$225,000

$225,000

Turn-Key Restaurant in Santa Clarita, CA

Santa Clarita, CA

Turnkey business located at 28112 Bouquet Canyon Road in the heart of Santa Clarita, Twisted Kazuyo Sushi presents an exceptional turn-key restaurant opportunity within a highly visible 30,898 SF...

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$79,900

$79,900

Pizza Restaurant

Palm Springs, CA

This exceptional pizza restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a menu that features a variety of tasty specialty pizzas and calzones, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients to...

$199,000

$199,000

Well-Established Chinese Restaurant in Vallejo

Vallejo, CA

Well-established Chinese restaurant located in Vallejo with loyal local customers and strong community presence. Business Highlights: • Approximately 2,350 sq ft restaurant space • Fully equipped...

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$150,000

$150,000

Fully equipped Bar and Restaurant in high traffic Location

Long Beach, CA

Mexican restaurant and an attached sports bar...

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$150,000

$150,000

Established Bakery & Cafe for Sale in Prime Pasadena – 4.3 Star Google

$480,000 - Pasadena, CA

$480,000

Pasadena, CA

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

Confidential LA County Café | $450K+ Sales | $120K SDE | Semi-Absentee

Rowland Hgts, CA

This established specialty café presents a strategic acquisition opportunity in Los Angeles County's competitive food service sector. The operation demonstrates consistent financial performance with...

$265,000

$265,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

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: $214,745

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

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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$199,000

$199,000

Retro Diner offered with Property - San Francisco

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Francisco, CA

Description: This iconic restaurant is offered with Property. Located in San Francisco's Richmond District, this is a beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving classic American fare since 1959....

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $215,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Modern Specialty Coffee Shop in Prime Location

Glendale, CA

Located in one of the most desirable and high-traffic areas of Glendale, this modern specialty coffee shop has built a strong reputation with loyal local customers and consistent daily traffic. The...

$270,000

$270,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Prime Denny's Franchise for Sale in Riverside County

Riverside County, CA

Positioned in the heart of Denny’s core market in Riverside County, this well-located restaurant offers exceptional visibility just off a major freeway, ensuring strong, consistent traffic and...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Christine Cheng

KW Temecula

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Prime Orange County Subway – Needs Owner-Operator

Fountain Valley, CA

Business Overview: This established Subway franchise has been serving the Orange County community for over 20 years, benefiting from strong brand recognition and consistent foot traffic. Fully staffed...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

excellent opportunity in Westlake area-demographics are outstanding

Westlake Village, CA

This restaurant has been bringing Greek Style foods to the Westlake Area for over 8 years now and has done a great job at it with over 500 Yelp reviews giving them a 4.8 star review. With many...

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$219,999

$219,999

Mediterranean Restaurant | Prime Southern California Market

$850,000 - San Bernardino County, CA

$850,000

San Bernardino County, CA

Hudson Bohan

United Franchise Group

High-Traffic Coffee & Snack Shop - Prime Recreation Center Location

San Diego, CA

An established coffee and snack shop located within a recreational Center in San Diego. Strategically positioned in the center of the facility, the business benefits from constant foot traffic...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Pizza -fully staffed-busy area-great demographics-turn key

Santa Clarita, CA

This Pizza/ Italian restaurant is located at a very busy cross street and large shopping center in Santa Clarita. The restaurant is set-up with a well equipped kitchen that includes a double stacked...

$149,999

$149,999

Long est. Thai location-149k w-2 income-41 lic.-high traffic area

Camarillo, CA

This long standing Thai Restaurant has been serving this Camarillo community for 20 years. Upon entering you feel like you have entered into a different country with it's authentic decor and ambiance....

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$245,000

$245,000

High-Volume Drive-Thru Restaurant on I-10 | $2M+ Sales | Semi-Absentee

Riverside County, CA

Financial Overview Asking Price (Business Only): $1,200,000 Asking Price (With Real Estate): $4,500,000 Gross Revenue: $2,000,000+ Cash Flow (Net Before Rent): $400,000 Inventory: Not included in...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Belmont Shore Gem for Sale: A Cozy Café Built on Quality & Creativity

Long Beach, CA

A coffee and cake shop located in Long Beach, CA known for its main theme of honey, serving a variety of signature coffee drinks and honey pastries....

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$160,000

$160,000

TURN-KEY KOREAN FOOD Restaurant for sale in Los Angeles; Korea Town

Los Angeles, CA

Excellent turn-key restaurant opportunity located in a busy commercial corridor of Los Angeles. The newly remodeled patio is very charming, and allows a new owner to start operating immediately with...

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$550,000

$550,000

Downtown Santa Barbara Bar for Sale

Santa Barbara, CA

Established downtown Santa Barbara bar and live music venue for sale in prime State Street location. Operating under this DBA since 2010, this turn-key dive bar offers exceptional versatility for...

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$525,000

$525,000

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Franchise – Profitable Alameda County

Alameda County, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise in a prime Alameda County, California location. This turnkey business offers consistent sales history, strong...

$385,000

$385,000

Profitable National Mexican QSR ( Del taco )

Fresno County, CA

Profitable National Mexican QSR – Central California Standalone Building , Absentee Owner , Established and high-performing national Mexican quick-service franchise located in Central California ? Key...

$900,000

$900,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Mediterranean Restaurant

Placer County, CA

Established Mediterranean Restaurant | 18-Year History | Strong NOI | Well-established full-service Mediterranean/Turkish restaurant with 18 years of operating history under the same ownership....

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $259,267

Absentee Owner Coffee shop with Busy Street In Glendale

Glendale, CA

Coffee shop : Offered for sale at $ 450,000, this corner of Small Shopping Center Coffee Shop includes Established & High-Volume, serving a strong mix of residential and traffic client. Absentee-In...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $139,880

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 Analyzed645
Asking Price$328,000
Reported Revenue$768,491
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$130,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$175,000$328,000$565,000

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$465,000$83,329
Median$768,491$130,000
Upper Quartile$1,272,505$216,224

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 Quartile0.291.82
Median0.422.50
Upper Quartile0.603.22

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 $328,000, though prices range from under $175,000 to well over $565,000.

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

The median reported revenue of Restaurants and Food Businesses in California is $768,491 and owners earn a median of $130,000, 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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