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American Restaurants For Sale in California

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Price Reduced to $65,000- Historic Restaurant & Bar
Asset Sale

Fresno County, CA

Price Reduced to $65,000 - Historic Restaurant & Bar - Full of Character, Located near Lodi RRC# 5187 Asking Price: $65,000 Location: San Joaquin County Annual Revenue: $1,473,000 Annual Cash Flow:...

$65,000

$65,000

Dtla Turn Key Restaurant 2 Am Bar Live Entertainment For Sale
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Premises: 2400' + 600' patio for Outdoor Venue Events Three Stages - The 11,000' parking ;lot can be used for outdoor venue events Monthly Rent: $11,500 mo. total Parking: Exclusive Parking and public...

$450,000

$450,000

Price Drop for Quick Sale - Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Watsonville, CA

Highlights: -Turnkey setup – all equipment and furnishings included. -Includes 6 foot hood. -Great for sandwich, coffee or burger concept. -No financials provided – asset sale only. -Ideal for...

$50,000

$50,000

Restaurantat Central Richmond neighborhood SF with big kitchen
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

Restaurantin central Richmond neighborhood , good for any food consepr include cattering and bakery. Currently operate like european food consept restaurant This turnkey full srvice operation...

$175,000

$175,000

Open air Kitchen Restaurant & Bar in Santa Monica
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Transform your restaurant vision into reality with this exceptional corner restaurant and bar asset in prime Santa Monica's coveted Westside location. This rare opportunity positions you to capture...

$315,000

$315,000

Encino Equipped Ventura Blvd. Full Bar Restaurant for Lease
Asset Sale

Encino, CA

ENCINO EQUIPPED FREE STANDING RESTAURANT FOR LEASE Premises: Approx. 5000' Monthly Rent: $5.25 psf gross All in plus utilities Parking: Exclusive spaces Lease Term: 10 yr. Lease ABC License: 47 Liquor...

$150,000

$150,000

Downtown Willow Glen Restaurant & Bar with 47 License for Sale!
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

Fully built out Restaurant in Downtown Willow Glen with a Type 47 liquor license. Excellent location among many other high volume restaurants, this location has been a profitable restaurant business...

$270,000

$270,000

Restaurant in Anaheim
Asset Sale

Anaheim, CA

Discover a beautiful, clean, and well-established restaurant in Anaheim. This fantastic property is situated in a busy plaza center with other thriving businesses, attracting a steady flow of...

$195,000

$195,000

Income generating Sushi restaurant in Long Beach near the beach!
Asset Sale

Long Beach, CA

PRICE REDUCED! Sushi Beluga is a sushi restaurant that is income generating, turn-key, & fully equipped in the heart of downtown Long Beach. This prime location at 707 E Ocean Blvd offers unparalleled...

$35,000

$35,000

Coastal Eatery with Established Clientele
Asset Sale

Santa Barbara, CA

Located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable and high-traffic neighborhoods, this established restaurant enjoys a steady stream of customers drawn by the area’s boutique shops, art galleries,...

$425,000

$425,000

Sherman Oaks TurnKey Equipped Profitable Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale

Sherman Oaks, CA

SHERMAN OAKS TURN KEY EQUIPPED RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 5000' Fully Equipped plus patio Monthly Rent: $16,000 per mo. Parking: Valet Parking Lease Term: 5 + 5 ABC License: 2 am Liquor license...

$295,000

$295,000

Encino Ventura Blvd. Fully Equipped Restaurant With Hookah
Asset Sale

Encino, CA

ENCINO VENTURA BLVD. FULLY EQUIPPED RESTAURANT WITH HOOKAH AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR LEASE Premises: 6000' plus 600' Cafe plus 1500' patio Monthly Rent: Base Rent Subject to Landlord Tenant Improvement...

$250,000

$250,000

Newly Built-Out Restaurant in Affluent Encinitas Shopping Center
Asset Sale

Encinitas, CA

Opportunity awaits in Encinitas Village, anchored by two grocery stores, including a top producing Trader Joe’s. Recent buildout with modern design equipped with fully fixturized kitchen, ready for...

$275,000

$275,000

Marina Del Rey Equipped restaurant for Lease
Asset Sale

Marina Del Rey, CA

MARINA DEL REY EQUIPPED RESTAURANT FOR LEASE Premises: 2650' + outdoor Patio Rent: $7.25 psf - mg Parking: Public Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Beer and Wine license Comments: Equipped...

$200,000

$200,000

Sunset Strip West Hollywood Restaurant for Sale
Asset Sale

West Hollywood, CA

SUNSET STRIP WEST HOLLYWOOD RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 2500' + 1000' Patio Monthly Rent: $14,600 - all in total Lease Term: 10 years Parking: Parking Lot and Valet Service LICENSES: 1:30 am Liquor...

$250,000

$250,000

Santa Ana Cocktail Bar & Kitchen –Versatile Layout in Prime Location!
Asset Sale

Santa Ana, CA

This Santa Ana Restaurant and Bar is located in the heart of its popular historic district. The venue boasts a versatile layout in a prime location with liquor, sidewalk seating, convenient access and...

$350,000

$350,000

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Launch Your Own J-Dogs + Otto's Pizza Stix Business in 2026!
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

TWO CLASSIC FOOD CONCEPTS. ONE MOBILE LICENSING OPPORTUNITY. Be Your Own Boss. Build Your Own Territory. 🚫 AI-PROOF FOOD BUSINESS REAL FOOD. REAL PEOPLE. REAL OPPORTUNITY. This is your opportunity to...

$29,500

$29,500

Restaurant Space with FF&E Available
Lease Only

Studio City, CA

Restaurant Space with Business Assets (FF&E) Available ✔ Seating and outdoor patio area ✔ Full kitchen build out ✔ FF&E potentially available ✔ Hard to find restaurant space in the city of Studio City...

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Turnkey, Full Kitchen & Ffe - Zero Key Money
Lease Only

Los Angeles, CA

Here's what you need to know upfront: DO NOT GO DIRECT, DO NOT DISTURB TENANT. CONTACT BROKER FOR DETAIL. Employees are not aware of any changes. You'll need proof of funds ready, and your concept...

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Opportunity Knocks: ±8,019 SF Restaurant | Embassy Suites Palm Desert
Lease Only

Palm Desert, CA

Transform your restaurant vision into reality with this exceptional ±8,019 SF opportunity positioned for immediate success in Palm Desert's thriving hospitality corridor. You'll capture consistent...

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41 Ramsey Street R.E. Restaurant Building on Property
Real Estate Only

Banning, CA

The property for sale in Banning, California, is a prime real estate opportunity located downtown, right next to the courthouse. This site features a 3,200 square foot building currently housing a...

$995,000

$995,000

Beloved Riverfront Restaurant & Bar with Amazing Views & Docks
Lease Only

Fairfield, CA

Beloved Riverfront Restaurant & Bar with Amazing Views & Docks is now FOR LEASE. Under $2/sf!!! RRC#5379 Location: Solano County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...

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Restaurant for lease in Pasadena
Lease Only

Pasadena, CA

Outstanding location, full exposure on a major Blvd with daily traffic count of 30,000 cars and lots of foot traffic. Surrounded by a mix of commercial, residential, retail stores and franchises that...

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Quiznos Subs
Real Estate Only

Fresno County, CA

Available for acquisition is a Quiznos Subs franchise located in Fresno County, California. This business opportunity sits in a key central Valley location, surrounded by residential neighborhoods,...

$250,000

$250,000

Two Restaurant Suites Available | ±5,000 SF Each
Lease Only

Palm Springs, CA

Unique dual concept freestanding restaurant building on incredible Palm Canyon Drive. Each space is just over ±5,000 SF....

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Exceptional Palm Springs Restaurant Opportunity
Real Estate Only

Palm Springs, CA

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS Rare owner-user or investor opportunity Premier downtown Palm Springs location Iconic Palm Canyon Dr. restaurant & entertainment district Low Vacancy, high demand restaurant...

$4,700,000

$4,700,000

Turnkey Second Gen. Restaurant space with Property (Fremont)
Real Estate Only

Fremont, CA

Description PROPERTY • Total 1791 sq. ft. • Fully build out restaurant with two hoods (Type-1 & Type-2) • Dining area with Buffet station • Two rest rooms • Investment or Owner user • Shown by...

$999,000

$999,000

FOR LEASE - 4184 Piedmont Ave. Established Restaurant Space
Lease Only

Oakland, CA

FOR LEASE - 4184 Piedmont Ave. Established Restaurant Space, Corner Location, Top Food and Retail Corridor in Oakland RRC#5304 Asking Price: $4.00/SF + NNNs Location: Alameda County Monthly Rent:...

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Second Generation Restaurant Space Little Tokyo
Lease Only

Los Angeles, CA

Prime Little Tokyo Restaurant Opportunity – Fully Built-Out Corner Location *See attached leasing package for more info* Rent = Negotiable @ $90.91 per sq. ft. per year Sqft. 1650 Exhaust Hood: Yes...

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2nd Generation Restaurant Space on Prime Chatsworth Corner
Lease Only

Chatsworth, CA

- Fully built out restaurant with hood, grease interceptor, walk-in cooler, and equipment in place - New construction completed in 2015 - 15 foot ceilings - Co-tenants include: Starbucks, El Pollo...

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2nd Generation Restaurant Available on Prime Hollywood Corner
Lease Only

Hollywood, CA

- Highly visible second generation restaurant space with hood, walk-in refrigeration and freezer - Infrastructure in place for 30 beers on tap - Patio seating - Small retail component for off-site...

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Restaurant Space Available in Calabasas
Lease Only

Calabasas, CA

Seating and outdoor patio area Full kitchen build out FF&E potentially available Hard to find restaurant space in the city of Calabasas Located within a beautiful shopping center on Las Virgenes Rd...

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Prime redevelopment opportunity in North Inglewood.
Real Estate Only

Inglewood, CA

This 8,368 SF commercial parcel includes a small former fast food chicken restaurant of approximately 394 SF, closed in the post COVID period and carrying no contributory value, offering a clean land...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

RARE Palo Alto Commercial Property – Won’t Last
Real Estate Only

Palo Alto, CA

***The photo is not the actual photo of the restaurant property*** Clemence Investment Group, Inc. is pleased to present for sale a prime commercial property located in Palo Alto, California. This is...

$3,800,000

$3,800,000

7254 Foothill Blvd, Tujunga Restaurant/Banquet Space
Lease Only

San Fernando, CA

7254 Foothill Blvd, Tujunga Restaurant/Banquet Space With Large Kitchen RRC#5261 Offered At $8,500 per month Location: 7254 Foothill Blvd, Tujunga Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

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Historical Restaurant with assets, Hotel and a Multi-Use Property!!
Real Estate Only

Lake Arrowhead, CA

PRICE REDUCTION!! Arrowhead Villas: A Rare Offering of Three Prohibition-Era Icons properties Located in San Bernardino County, an hour drive up the scenic mountain, these properties are very close to...

$3,750,000

$3,750,000

Restaurant Location for Lease
Lease Only

Santa Barbara, CA

Vanilla Shell for Restaurant and Bar for Lease! Ever wish you could design your own Restaurant/Bar? This is your opportunity! Be the first to submit a Letter of Intent and contribute to the design!...

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Oceanside Harbor Waterfront Rare Opportunity NO KEY MONEY
Lease Only

Oceanside, CA

This is an opportunity to lease an exceptional waterfront location with entitlements for Type 47, entertainment, and 1AM service. The site features amazing views, a large patio, event spaces, and even...

Not Disclosed

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Turn key restaurant on busy street for sale!
Start Up

Established Chinese restaurant located on a busy street in Los Angeles, California, offering exceptional turnkey opportunity for new ownership. This spacious venue features two large dining halls and...

$149,000

$149,000

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) Total California Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed188 922
Asking Price$350,000-
Reported Revenue$958,676 $2,226,735
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$137,000 $53,445
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$179,000$350,000$675,000

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$550,000$83,397
Median$958,676$137,000
Upper Quartile$1,476,154$210,000

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 Quartile0.291.93
Median0.362.62
Upper Quartile0.543.57

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 $350,000, though prices range from under $179,000 to well over $675,000.

How much do American Restaurants owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of American Restaurants in California is $958,676 and owners earn a median of $137,000, 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 0.54, with a median of 0.36. Earning multiples range from 1.93 to 3.57, with the median at 2.62. This means the typical American Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.36 times its annual revenue, and 2.62 times its annual owner earnings.

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