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Italian Restaurants in CA For Sale

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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...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Italian Restaurent in business 13 years with a 7% Rent Factor!

San Mateo, CA

Imagine yourself as the proud owner of this beloved Italian restaurant that's been a San Mateo cornerstone for 13 successful years. You'll inherit a loyal customer base who genuinely loves the...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $111,375

Incredible opportunity to take over a beautifully built-out restaurant

Westlake Village, CA

Incredible opportunity to take over a beautifully built-out Italian restaurant, bar, and pizzeria currently operating in the heart of Westlake Village. This approximately 6,800 sq. ft. space features...

$250,000

$250,000

Prime Corner Papa John’s Franchise | Route 66 Location | Turnkey

Glendora, CA

PAPA JOHNS Pizza Franchise for sale located in Los Angeles County. Looking for a hot business opportunity in Glendora, CA? Look no further than Papa John's Pizza franchise, located in a prime corner...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $75,688

Established Italian Cafe at Noe Valley corner location

San Francisco, CA

Established Italian restaurant and cafe operation available for acquisition in the prestigious Noe Valley neighborhood of San Francisco. This turnkey food service establishment occupies a prime corner...

$170,000

$170,000

Two Turn-Key Restaurants in Irvine For Sale

Tustin, CA

Two established restaurant locations situated in high-performing shopping centers alongside strong national and regional retail tenants. Both locations benefit from consistent foot traffic, excellent...

$450,000

$450,000

Papa John’s Pizza - Premier PCH Corner - Strong Visibility

Lomita, CA

PAPA JOHNS Pizza Franchise for sale located in Los Angeles County. Papa John’s Pizza franchise for sale located in Lomita, California, within Los Angeles County. This established location is situated...

$89,000

$89,000

Cash Flow: $65,276

Trophy Location - Italian Dining, Full Liquor Bar

Redondo Beach, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully executed full-service restaurant and bar with brand appeal in the heart of Redondo Beach’s Riviera Village, one of the South Bay’s most desirable...

$350,000

$350,000

Italian restaurant/Pizzeria with a full bar, Patio, great lease terms

San Juan Capistrano, CA

All buyers must be prepared to provide proof of funds, an experience resume, a business plan, and a menu. This is a perfect setup for an existing operator looking to expand into a turnkey location....

$375,000

$375,000

Pizza & Italian Restaurant

Contra Costa County, CA

$180,000 Net Profit / Yr Pizza & Italian Food This is a great new Pizza and Italian franchise with a very low royalty fee of only 5%, providing you with a strong financial foundation. It's located in...

$400,000

$400,000

Popular Restaurant in Down Town Marin

San Rafael, CA

Description: Award-winning, established restaurant with regular customers and a vibrant online media presence in Downtown Marin, and it occupies an eye-catching corner location in the heart of Marin...

$249,000

$249,000

Italian Restaurant

Palm Springs, CA

For sale in the greater Palm Springs area is an excellent Italian restaurant that boasts a classic Italian menu filled with delicious flavors and wonderful pizzas. This well-established eatery...

$925,000

$925,000

Cash Flow: $127,846

Pizza Restaurant - Fairfax

Fairfax, CA

Description: This is a longtime local pizzeria (since 1969) known for its signature sourdough crust, made using a mother dough, and using fresh/local ingredients including California cheese and...

$149,000

$149,000

Top Sales Volume Papa John’s (5) Stores | $6M Gross | LA/Riverside

$2,999,999 - Corona, CA

$2,999,999

Corona, CA

Rolando Aldabert

Liberty Advisors

Charming Italian restaurant/Pizzeria with Beer & Wine Strong sales

Los Angeles County, CA

Overview: Italian Ristorante is a premier Italian dining establishment that has been a cornerstone of the local culinary scene for over two decades. Known for its authentic Italian cuisine,...

$749,000

$749,000

EBITDA: $354,000

A Wine Country Favorite — Served with Profit and Prestige

Sonoma County, CA

Confidential Offering: Acclaimed Restaurant & Wine Bar in Sonoma County Discover an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Northern California’s most popular and profitable restaurant & wine bar...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Puneet Sonia

PS Dream Team

Serving San Francisco County, CA

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Successful Elegant Restaurant with Full Bar & Patio in Prime Location

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out full-service restaurant and bar in the heart of Rancho Palos Verdes, one of the South Bay’s most affluent and picturesque coastal communities....

$650,000

$650,000

Hungry Howie's Pizza- Gosford Rd and 2209 Niles Point, Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA

Step into a thriving business with this exclusive opportunity to own two well-established Hungry Howie's Pizza locations in Bakersfield, California. Situated in prime areas, these locations at 4500...

$400,000

$400,000

Pizzeria - Well Established, Profitable - Poway, California

Poway, CA

This is a profitable, turnkey pizzeria for sale in Poway. This well-established pizzeria has become a staple in Poway and is in an excellent shopping center with great co-tenants and plenty of...

$169,000

$169,000

Fast-Growing Franchise Pizza Restaurant for Sale – Prime Location in S

San Jose, CA

Rare opportunity to own a high-volume franchise pizza restaurant in San Jose’s busiest commercial corridor! This prime location is situated in a thriving shopping center, strategically positioned...

$255,000

$255,000

Brentwood San Vicente Restaurant For Sale

Los Angeles, CA

BRENTWOOD SAN VICENTE TURN KEY EQUIPPED RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 2000' Fully Equipped plus 1500' storage & patio Monthly Rent: $9000 per mo. rent Parking: Valet Parking Lease Term: 13 years ABC...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Cash Flow: $460,000

Buy or Sell an Italian Restaurant in California
Italian restaurants listed on BizBuySell include full-service trattorias, pizzerias, fine dining establishments, fast-casual pasta concepts, and takeout or delivery-focused operations. These businesses typically generate revenue through lunch and dinner service, catering, alcohol sales, and online ordering. Many listings feature established customer bases, authentic menus, and high-traffic locations. Some operations also include wood-fired ovens, liquor licenses, or event hosting capabilities. Others may offer franchise affiliations, real estate, or multi-unit portfolios—providing buyers with brand recognition, operational flexibility, and long-term value in the Italian and Mediterranean dining segment.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median) Total California Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed27 1,979
Asking Price$375,000-
Reported Revenue$746,327 $1,574,402
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$96,464 $26,667
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
$167,500$375,000$544,500

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Italian Restaurants for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$611,913$64,207
Median$746,327$96,464
Upper Quartile$1,153,427$170,500

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Italian Restaurants listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.262.25
Median0.362.58
Upper Quartile0.523.27

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy an Italian Restaurant in California?

The median asking price for an established Italian Restaurant in California is $375,000, though prices range from under $167,500 to well over $544,500.

How much do Italian Restaurants owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Italian Restaurants in California is $746,327 and owners earn a median of $96,464, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value an Italian 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 Italian Restaurants in California, revenue multiples range from 0.26 to 0.52, with a median of 0.36. Earning multiples range from 2.25 to 3.27, with the median at 2.58. This means the typical Italian Restaurant in California may ask for around 0.36 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner earnings.

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