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American Restaurants For Sale in California

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Mexican Quick Serve Restaurant, most sought after OC Downtown location

Orange County, CA

Imagine yourself running a thriving Mexican restaurant in one of Orange County's most coveted downtown locations. This established quick-serve concept sits in the heart of all the action, where foot...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Turn-Key Taco Shop for Sale – Prime Anaheim Location – Fully Equipped

Anaheim, CA

Turn-key taco shop available in Anaheim. This is an asset sale opportunity for a fully equipped Mexican restaurant space with hood, grill line, refrigeration, and all major equipment in place. Current...

$129,000

$129,000

Established Restaurant/Wine Bar with Exquisite Outdoor Patio

Santa Cruz County, CA

Established Restaurant/Wine Bar with Exquisite Outdoor Patio $2 Million + Sales & $300,000 Profit- SBA Pre-Approved RRC#5168 Asking Price: $725,000 Location: Santa Cruz County Annual Revenue:...

$725,000

$725,000

Hawaiian Fusian Restaurant

Burbank, CA

Hawaiian fusion restaurant for more detials NDA must be signed....

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Rare Opportunity: Established Taproom & Gastropub – Seller Financing

Sacramento, CA

A rare opportunity to own a thriving, family-run taproom and gastropub located in a strong Sacramento submarket. This well-established business enjoys a 4.7-star Google rating and has become a...

$245,000

$245,000

Attractive Restaurant/Full Bar in the Heart of Downtown San Carlos

San Carlos, CA

ESTABLISHED RESTAURANT & FULL BAR OPPORTUNITY - DOWNTOWN SAN CARLOS Prime commercial restaurant space featuring 4,051 square feet in the heart of downtown San Carlos,San Mateo County. This turnkey...

$389,000

$389,000

Fully Equipped Restaurant w/ Patio & Living Quarters

Lake Elsinore, CA

Offered for sale is a rare business + real estate opportunity centered around a well-known, long-established roadhouse-style restaurant located on an approximately 6.94-acre mountaintop parcel along...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Full service restaurant in Danville for sale

Danville, CA

Step into a turnkey restaurant opportunity that delivers both financial performance and operational flexibility. This established Danville restaurant generates $1.2M in annual sales while offering...

$550,000

$550,000

Franchise Fast Food Restaurant with Beer & Wine, Patio, & great sales

Carson, CA

Business Summary This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing franchise burger restaurant located in the vibrant city of Carson. Situated in a prime, high-traffic area, this...

$169,000

$169,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Orange County Bar, Live Music & Dining Hot Spot – Music Lover’s Fave!

Huntington Park, CA

This coastal Orange County bar, live music, and dining hot spot is a favorite with music fans throughout the county and beyond! This popular entertainment venue has a bit of everything, including...

$695,000

$695,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Multi-Unit Denny's Franchise Opportunity

Monterey County, CA

4 Unit Package Upward Sales Trend Denny's Inc. has over 1,600 quality full service Denny's restaurants across the United States. 1 million dollars net worth with at least $500K liquid. Restaurant...

$1,630,000

$1,630,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

High-Volume Denny’s in Prime Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to secure a high-performing Denny’s situated in a high-density corridor of Los Angeles County. The location benefits from exceptional traffic counts and robust demographics,...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Cash Flow: $511,000

Restaurant/Bar Opportunity in the Heart of S.V. Type 47 License

San Jose, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Operation with Type 47 License Available in Prime San Jose Location This well-positioned casual dining establishment presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for...

$248,000

$248,000

High End Restaurant in Del Mar

San Diego, CA

Bring your concept to this fully built out $1.4mil restaurant completed 5 years ago. This restaurant even comes with a full hard liquor license. 3700 sq ft of restaurant space plus a bonus exclusive...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Wonderful Restaurant in Great Downtown Sonoma Plaza Location for Sale

Sonoma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant come available in Downtown Sonoma. Now available is this beautiful restaurant, which is located right off the historic Sonoma Plaza in lovely downtown Sonoma. The rent is...

$295,000

$295,000

Del Taco - California

Fresno County, CA

For more than 60 years, Del Taco has been serving freshly prepared, craveable food at an unbeatable value. This rare combination is one of the many reasons that they are one of the leading brands in...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $324,055

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Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley

Serving Riverside County, CA

When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisorson three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association

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BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE

Orange County, CA

BEACH CITY Outdoor Café | Est. 1988 | $1.3M Revenue | ~$320K SDE | Rare % Lease | SBA Eligible RRC#5256 Asking Price: $825,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $1,200,000 Average Annual Cash...

$825,000

$825,000

Breakfast and Lunch Cafe in Oakland for sale!

Oakland, CA

Picture yourself running a charming breakfast and lunch cafe in Oakland, where you'll serve fresh, made-to-order meals while enjoying a perfect work-life balance. This established restaurant has been...

$99,000

$99,000

Denny's Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity

Shasta County, CA

4 Unit Package Denny’s is an iconic piece of the American Dream with a strong franchise base, and a loyal following of customers. The company is restructuring executive leadership to create stability...

$3,650,000

$3,650,000

Cash Flow: $779,000

Highly Desirable Sonic Franchise For Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Newly constructed and thoughtfully designed, this SONIC Drive-In location offers outstanding visibility along a heavily traveled highway in a prime, high-demand trade area. The property features...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $186,941

Restaurant and Bar in Downtown Sonoma for Sale

Sonoma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant or a bar come available in Downtown Sonoma. Now available is a beautiful facility, which is nicely located in downtown Sonoma, by the much desired Sonoma Plaza. The rent in...

$350,000

$350,000

Pacific Beach Bar/Restaurant For Sale

San Diego, CA

Extremely rare Pacific Beach bar / restaurant for sale with Type 47 ABC License (full liquor) and live entertainment permitted. Older liquor license with minimal restrictions and the ability to serve...

$950,000

$950,000

Coastal Encinitas Restaurant For Sale

Encinitas, CA

Extremely Rare coastal downtown Encinitas restaurant for sale. Existing buildout setup for gastropub type use with 18 beer taps, fully equipped kitchen, and city approved street/dining patio. Great...

$375,000

$375,000

Full Liquor Bar for Sale – Type 48 License – Sacramento County

Sacramento County, CA

Full Liquor Bar for Sale – Type 48 License – Sacramento County Owner Relocating • Turnkey Opportunity • Entertainment Venue Turnkey Type 48 full liquor bar for sale in Rancho Cordova, Sacramento...

$139,000

$139,000

Cash Flow: $22,973

Great 3 store Fatburger Franchise Package for Sale in LA County

Los Angeles County, CA

Imagine yourself stepping into the exciting world of franchise ownership with this exceptional three-store Fatburger package in LA County. You'll be joining a beloved hamburger brand that's been...

$999,500

$999,500

Cash Flow: $300,000

Long-Established Banquet Hall & Restaurant with Real Estate for sale!!

San Bernardino, CA

Long-Established Banquet Hall and Restaurant with the Real Estate in Inland Empire, CA for Sale. A Legacy of Excellence and Elegance. Seize the Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity to Own both, the Business...

$6,800,000

$6,800,000

San Diego – ‘Liberty Station’ - 5400 sq ft Restaurant & Bar

San Diego County, CA

San Diego – ‘Liberty Station’ - 5400 sq ft Restaurant & Bar with Huge Patio – Enviable Location. RRC#5255 Asking Price: $225,000 Location: San Diego County Annual Revenue: $1,600,000 Annual Cash Flow:...

$225,000

$225,000

A MUST SEE! Premiere Wine Country Restaurant & Music Venue

Napa County, CA

A MUST SEE! Premiere Wine Country Restaurant & Music Venue, w/Valuable Liquor License. Will Sell Fast At This Price! RRC#5246 Asking Price: $159,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,998,191...

$159,000

$159,000

Oceanside Bar/Restaurant For Sale

Oceanside, CA

Rare coastal Oceanside bar/restaurant with full liquor license and live entertainment. Old liquor license included with limited and favorable conditions. Alcohol service and consumption permitted 7...

$395,000

$395,000

Turnkey Restaurant in High-Traffic San Diego Neighborhood

San Diego, CA

Prime restaurant location in a high-traffic San Diego neighborhood surrounded by dense residential housing and ongoing development, providing strong built-in customer demand. This is an asset sale of...

$249,000

$249,000

Confidential Restaurant for Sale – High-Volume Southern California

Los Angeles, CA

Confidential Restaurant for Sale – High-Volume Southern California Market RRC#5237 Asking Price: $1,350,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: $2,800,000 Annual Cash Flow: $23,750 Monthly...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Well-established popular American family diner in OC for sale

Orange County, CA

This well-established American family diner/cafe represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in North Orange County's competitive dining market. Operating continuously since 2011, the business has...

$390,000

$390,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Confidential Restaurant Opportunity — Established Destination Location

Mono County, CA

Confidential Restaurant Opportunity — Established Destination Location in Californias #1 Ski Resort Proven Performance | Strong Margins | Long Operating History RRC# 5236 Asking Price: $1,400,000...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Placer County Turnkey Boutique Café

Placer County, CA

This may be your last chance for this highly acclaimed, chef-driven French pâtisserie in a premier commercial corridor. This stylish, 3-year-old café offers a turnkey opportunity in a high-traffic...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

High Volume American Restaurant with Full Bar, long established

Huntington Beach, CA

SBA QUALIFIED Buyer Requirements This offering is available to qualified buyers only. Prior to the release of confidential information and execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), interested...

$1,999,990

$1,999,990

EBITDA: $632,000

Well Established Cafe in the Convoy Business District

San Diego, CA

This cafe has been around for 10 years and well known in the Convoy Business District. Over 1800 sq ft with outdoor patio space of 500 sq ft that you don't have to pay for. This is one of the lowest...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Established Downtown Restuarant

Santa Barbara, CA

This restaurant is situated in downtown Santa Barbara, within one of the city’s most active dining and pedestrian districts. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic generated by nearby...

$250,000

$250,000

Well Established Restaurant For Sale.

Woodland, CA

• Proven business model with established revenue streams • Strategic location with ample parking facilities • Developed customer loyalty and repeat business patterns • Operational infrastructure...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Second generation restaurant, existing Cafe (Union City)

Union City, CA

Second generation restaurant space perfect for concept conversion. Description: Well-known international Boba tea franchise, offering a variety of premium tea-based drinks. The shop sits in a busy...

$49,500

$49,500

Absentee run bar and restaurant for sale in Santa Clara

Santa Clara, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Opportunity in Silicon Valley This profitable restaurant and bar operation presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Santa Clara, California, strategically...

$338,000

$338,000

Turnkey Restaurant with Full Liquor available Prime in Echo Park

Los Angeles, CA

Area Highlights: CityStreet Commercial is pleased to present a premier restaurant/wine bar opportunity at 1320 Echo Park Ave. in the heart of Echo Park. Situated just off the iconic Sunset Blvd...

$480,000

$480,000

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate

El Dorado County, CA

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate located on Main St in the Sierra Foothills. RRC# 5225 Offered at $685,000 Location: El Dorado County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$685,000

$685,000

Sherman Oaks Profitable Ventura Blvd. Restaurant & Bar For Sale

Sherman Oaks, CA

SHERMAN OAKS Profitable VENTURA BLVD. RESTAURANT & BAR FOR SALE Premises: 3900' Free Standing + Patio on 4800' lot Monthly Rent: $4.00 + .65 nnn Parking: Exclusive Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC...

$300,000

$300,000

Casual Café & Burger with Drive-Thru; Steady Sales; Asking $1.2M

Thousand Palms, CA

> A well-established family casual café and burger restaurant with drive-thru service is being offered for sale in Thousand Palms, Riverside County. > The business has been operating successfully...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

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Elite Business Investments Corp.

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Chicken Franchise Hot Sale !!

Hacienda Heights, CA

Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Business Type: Hot Chicken / Fast Casual Restaurant Status: Fully Turnkey – Ready for Immediate Operation Average monthly Gross sales: $45,000 ~ 55,000 Monthly rent:...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Long Established Bar, Restaurant & Bakeshop

Monterey County, CA

Long Established Bar, Restaurant & Bakeshop – 6,500 sq ft - $4 million Annual Revenue – Monterey County RRC# 5196 Offered At $900,000 Location: Monterey County Annual Revenue:$4,291,000 Annual Cash...

$900,000

$900,000

Established Downtown Bistro

Santa Barbara, CA

This distinguished bistro is located in the vibrant heart of downtown Santa Barbara within a well-known retail and dining plaza. Established in 2007, the restaurant offers a refined and intimate...

$199,000

$199,000

Bar and Restaurant – Classic Neighborhood Favorite w/Street Visibility

Ontario, CA

This Greater Ontario Area combination restaurant and bar is a longtime local neighborhood favorite with great access and street visibility. The venue is known for its classic food and welcoming,...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $258,495

$125k, Sacramento Metro Area – Sports Bar with QSR Style Restaurant

Yolo County, CA

$125k, Sacramento Metro Area – Sports Bar with QSR Style Restaurant & Huge Patio RRC#5221 Offered at $125,000 Location: Yolo County Annual Revenue: $1,038,410 Annual Cash Flow: $88,000 Monthly Rent:...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $88,000

Little Caesars - California

San Diego County, CA

Little Caesars in California for sale – $125,000 This location is currently part of a larger ownership structure and is primed for an owner-operator ready to step in and take the reins. It is an ideal...

$125,000

$125,000

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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