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California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale

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Two-Unit Bubble Tea Franchise Package - Kern County, CA

Kern County, CA

Two established locations of an international bubble tea franchise, sold together as one package. Both are in Kern County, California, an underserved, developing market with little direct competition:...

$540,000

Cash Flow: $115,431

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$540,000

Cash Flow: $115,431

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Legacy Investment Opportunity Iconic Apple Valley Restaurant FOR SALE

Apple Valley, CA

A Legacy Opportunity 35 Years in the Making For the first time in over three decades, the iconic Las Brisas Restaurant is available for acquisition. This is not just a business; it is a High Desert...

$125,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

36

$125,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Turnkey Restaurant – Key Money Opportunity

Los Angeles, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey restaurant in an established Los Angeles market. This offering is structured as a key money/asset purchase and provides an incoming operator...

$425,000

2

$425,000

Restaurant Business for Sale – Davis, CA

Davis, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a 5,000± SF fully equipped restaurant in the heart of Davis. Located in the prestigious Research Park area near UC Davis, this high-visibility location is surrounded...

$130,000

15

$130,000

Pizza&Hot Chicken Restaurant- Priced for Quick Sale

Upland, CA

Awarded Top 3 Pizza Restaurant in Upland – BusinessRate 2025 Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully renovated, turnkey pizza and hot chicken restaurant with strong cash flow at an attractive asking...

$120,000

EBITDA: $196,868

6

$120,000

EBITDA: $196,868

Profitable Premier Franchise Bakery Café with Strong Sales

Palm Desert, CA

Well-established and highly recognizable bakery café located in the heart of Palm Desert is now available for acquisition. This business operates under a globally known concept with over 1,000...

$2,400,000

Cash Flow: $600,000

10

$2,400,000

Cash Flow: $600,000

Juice Bar Franchise - 100% Employee Run - Redondo Beach

Redondo Beach, CA

Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale Beach Redondo Community, County of Los Angeles....

$350,000

Cash Flow: $124,287

$350,000

Cash Flow: $124,287

The Only Cannoli

Oceanside, CA

We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023, & 2025 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...

$375,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

2

$375,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Elk Grove 95758 Turn-Key PHO Resturant!

Elk Grove, CA

Looking for a restaurant that’s already set up and ready to go? This established pho restaurant comes with an existing customer base, fully equipped restaurant setup, and everything in place for the...

$135,000

10

$135,000

Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location

Monterey, CA

A rare opportunity to own Kona Steak & Seafood a highly regarded full-service restaurant located in one of California’s most desirable coastal markets. This is a proven profitable operation with...

$1,495,000

$1,495,000

Wrap City Sandwich Company
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Wrap City is positioned for growth and we've simplified the game. Unit sales range from $800k-$1.1M average unit sales $900K*

$150,000

$150,000

Mexican Restaurant -Full Bar –High Net – 100% Emp Run - San Dimas Area

Los Angeles County, CA

Mexican Restaurant & Bar – High Gross – High Net – 100% Absentee Owned and 100% Employee Run Great Opportunity for a High Gross, High Net, 100% Employee Run, Mexican Restaurant with Full Bar...

$700,000

Cash Flow: $231,824

$700,000

Cash Flow: $231,824

Norco's Last True Diner

Norco, CA

Corona Airport Cafe Express is an established family-owned cafe in Norco's Hidden Valley Village, serving the community since 2023. Originally founded at the local airfield serving pilots and...

$189,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

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$189,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Sushi Restaurant Great Location

Roseville, CA

Established sushi restaurant in a prime Roseville location offering an exceptional opportunity for new ownership. This fully operational 2,899-square-foot restaurant generates $1,380,000 in annual...

$300,000

$300,000

Restaurant & Bar - Full Liquor(ABC-Type 47) - High Net

Corona, CA

Great opportunity to acquire an attractive, upscale, high net, short hours, restaurant & bar with full liquor(ABC-Type 47) license located in a desirable Corona community, County of Riverside. This...

$500,000

Cash Flow: $155,199

$500,000

Cash Flow: $155,199

Entertainment,Night Club,Dncing,Fine dining,Full bar,2AMPermited

Orange County, CA

This offering is available to qualified buyers only. Prior to the release of confidential information and execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), interested parties must provide a detailed...

$995,000

Cash Flow: $725,000

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$995,000

Cash Flow: $725,000

Harinder Garcha(Realtor)

Re/max Gold Commercial Santa Clara Valley

Serving Stanislaus County, CA

We specialize in connecting buyers and sellers in high-value business and commercial real estate transactions. Led by Harinder Singh Garcha, a seasoned business specialist with extensive experience and personal investments in gas stations, liquor stores, hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and various other businesses, our company is dedicated to maximizing value for our clients with real-world knowledge. With a deep understanding of market trends, financial analysis, and negotiation strategies, Harinder Singh Garcha has built a reputation for facilitating seamless transactions that benefit all parties involved. Whether you are looking to invest in a thriving business, sell your established enterprise, or expand your portfolio, our team provides expert guidance throughout the process. What We Do: - Business Sales & Acquisitions: Assisting buyers and sellers in purchasing and selling gas stations, convenience stores, hotels, liquor stores, and other businesses. - Investment Strategy Consulting: Providing data-driven insights and recommendations to help clients make informed investment decisions. Negotiation & Deal Structuring: Ensuring fair and beneficial agreements that align with our clients' goals. Why Choose Us?: - Industry Expertise: Years of experience in business and real estate transactions. - Extensive Network: Connections with qualified buyers, sellers, lenders, and industry professionals. - Results-Driven Approach: Focused on securing the best possible outcomes for clients. - Confidential & Professional Service: We handle every transaction with discretion and integrity. We don’t just facilitate transactions—we build long-term partnerships that help our clients grow and succeed. Whether you are buying your first business, selling a profitable investment, or exploring new opportunities, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Honesty & Integrity is our #1 priority. Peninsula Gold: Broker#01957500 Harinder Garcha: DRE#02132413

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Event Rentals - Draft Trailers/Mobile Bars

Marysville, CA

The largest selection of mobile beer & beverage draft units, refrigeration, and mobile bars in the area. We offer the largest selection of mobile beverage draft units and maintain top-of-the-line...

$450,000

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$450,000

High-Volume Papa John’s Franchise

Roseville, CA

High-volume Papa John’s franchise opportunity in Roseville, California. This established location generates consistent sales and benefits from strong national brand recognition, an established...

$599,999

Cash Flow: $220,000

$599,999

Cash Flow: $220,000

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...

$2,999,999

Cash Flow: $784,235

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$2,999,999

Cash Flow: $784,235

Established Cold-Pressed Juice & Smoothie Bar

Palo Alto, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, nationally franchised juice and smoothie bar. This location is already built out, fully equipped, and operating — step into an existing brand with a...

$599,000

Cash Flow: $148,000

2

$599,000

Cash Flow: $148,000

Mexican Restaurants | Two(2) Locations | Real Estate(Land & Building)

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Orange County, CA

Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these well established businesses...

$8,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,297,505

$8,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,297,505

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Village Inn
Franchise

Available Nationwide

For the very best in breakfast and beyond, look no further than Village Inn - with a refreshed, modern store design and a well-established, reputable brand history.

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,978,393

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,978,393

Full-Service Restaurant for Sale Asking Price: $99,000

Goleta, CA

Teddy Rice is a full-service restaurant ideally situated next to UC Santa Barbara (UCSB), one of the fastest-growing universities in the region. The location benefits from consistent, built-in foot...

$99,000

10

$99,000

Niche Facilities Service and Repair Business

Roseville, CA

Own a Proven Niche Business with an Established Customer Base in the Sacramento area. Are you ready to be your own boss and build a business you can truly call your own? Whether you have experience in...

$150,000

EBITDA: $80,000

3

$150,000

EBITDA: $80,000

The masterpiece of ownership restaurant

Thousand Oaks, CA

Once you enter the Restaurant, you'll feel calmly and classy atmospheres. Most of the customers are repeat customers from the family generation. The high-quality interior and top-class implementation...

$120,000

$120,000

Woodbury Town Center, Irvine- Turn-Key Steakhouse & Grill for Sale

Irvine, CA

A premier opportunity to acquire a turnkey, freestanding restaurant facility situated at Irvine’s premier Woodbury Town Center. This standalone restaurant combines unmatched architectural visibility,...

$1,300,000

16

$1,300,000

Turnkey Sports Bar & Restaurant with Live Entertainment in Prime Loc.

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a turnkey, full service restaurant and lounge located in Tarzana. The business serves pizza, wings, burgers, appetizers, and beer, withrevenue coming from dine in service, online ordering, and...

$105,000

Cash Flow: $48,398

$105,000

Cash Flow: $48,398

Make it Cheers with Grace

Gardena, CA

Once you experience this Historical and trendy Japanese Restaurant in the Torrance/Gardena neighborhood, you will return for taste and price. The owner will decide to sell his handful of other...

$149,000

5

$149,000

Turnkey Nekter Juice Bar

Yorba Linda, CA

19% Year-Over-Year Growth | Fully Equipped Opportunity to acquire a well-performing Nékter Juice Bar franchise in Yorba Linda with consistent year-over-year growth and strong operating fundamentals....

$249,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

10

$249,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Profitable Restaurant chain with three locations

Los Angeles County, CA

Well-established and fast-growing quick-service restaurant concept offering a unique fusion of Mexican street food with Peruvian-inspired flavors. The opportunity includes three operating locations in...

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $478,875

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $478,875

Absentee High-Volume AYCE Buffet | Strong Assets & Growth Upside

Los Angeles County, CA

This established AYCE buffet restaurant in Los Angeles County presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly recognizable dining concept with strong historical performance, substantial included...

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Motivated Seller: Turnkey Charcuterie Business

Visalia, CA

This is the deal serious buyers have been waiting for. A fully operational, staffed, and established charcuterie and catering business in Visalia, CA — now available at a significantly reduced price...

$119,000

$119,000

Ziggi's Coffee
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Brew community and profit with Ziggi’s Coffee—flexible formats, strong support, and high AUV in one of America’s fastest-growing franchises.

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $836,332

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $836,332

Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant

San Diego County, CA

American and Mediterranean Restaurant is a Persian family-owned restaurant rooted in tradition and hospitality. Their menu brings together authentic Persian flavors and Mediterranean influences,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Exclusive Listing – KTV Hot Pot Restaurant Opportunity

San Francisco, CA

Turnkey restaurant featuring a complete KTV and hot pot setup with brand-new equipment throughout. 📐 Approximately 7,000 SF 💰 Current Base Rent: $10,800/Month 🎤 Private KTV Entertainment Setup 🍲...

$400,000

7

$400,000

Ringside Bar & Grill

Lake Elsinore, CA

Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to own and operate your own tavern while unlocking its full earning potential. A new owner can increase revenue by introducing fresh concepts, expanding...

$425,000

23

$425,000

American BBQ Restautaurant with bar and R/E

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Corona, CA

This beloved American restaurantwith Bar 47 License Real Estate and Great View , represents more than just a business opportunity – it's a testament to the American dream realized through smoke,...

$4,300,000

EBITDA: $502,123

2

$4,300,000

EBITDA: $502,123

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Rare Opportunity: 14-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring

Ontario, CA

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – HIGH-TRAFFIC LOCATION, ESTABLISHED & PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine – Ontario, California An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and...

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop
Franchise

Available in California

With an AUV of $843,484 and over 25% of our restaurants over $1.1M, franchise partners are experiencing record openings in new markets almost weekly. 90% of Capriotti's franchise partners are multi-unit developers.

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $858,875

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $858,875

Turnkey Scratch Italian Restaurant | $92K SDE | Exceptionally Low Rent

Merced County, CA

2025 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS -Approx. $301,000 total 2025 revenue -Approx. $92,000 Seller's Discretionary Earnings -Approx. 30.5% SDE margin -Approx. 72.2% gross margin -Current base rent only $850/month...

$229,000

Cash Flow: $91,867

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$229,000

Cash Flow: $91,867

High Margin Dessert/Snack Franchise - Mall Food Court

Daly City, CA

The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and Nordstrom. Low food cost and labor compared with...

$499,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

4

$499,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring

San Dimas, CA

Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – TURNKEY, ESTABLISHED, PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine | San Dimas, California Presenting a...

$875,000

42

$875,000

Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant

Petaluma, CA

This historic 1870 building has been newly restored and renovated. It includes a complete restaurant with an open kitchen. The restaurant is being sold as a turn-key restaurant that is ready to go....

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

20

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

High-Volume AYCE Sushi w/ strong profit and huge upside potential

Los Angeles, CA

High-Volume All-You-Can-Eat Sushi & Izakaya with Immediate Upside This turnkey restaurant combines proven profitability with substantial untapped growth potential, making it ideal for an experienced...

$875,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

2

$875,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

John Ovrom

Exit Consulting Group

Serving San Diego County, CA

Exit Consulting Group, Inc. (ECG) is a premier exit strategies management firm built upon the experience of professionals who have sharpened their skills by starting, growing, managing, and selling multiple companies of their own. We give profitable businesses the ability to build comprehensive strategies to navigate upcoming transitions successfully. As the transaction advisor, we specialize in developing roadmaps for businesses either going through or anticipating a transition, helping with everything from setting up for generational success, exit strategies, partner disputes, developing value adding strategies, selling and more. Working hand-in-hand with our clients, we define what success looks like and then establish a plan of action to achieve those results. Depending on the business and ideal timetable, those results range. We work to help owners successfully exit their business in a way that the organization still thrives, drive value to the business to increase sale revenues, mitigate disunity between key stakeholders to identify clear path moving forward, manage the transaction of the sale and more.

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Established Restaurant

Oakland, CA

Up for sale is a well-established Grill and Hamburger Restaurant, situated in the heart of Oakland, California's bustling business district. This restaurant enjoys a prime location on Lakeshore...

$165,000

3

$165,000

Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! is a fast-casual restaurant

Napa County, CA

Chicken Guy American Canyon is a modern fast-casual restaurant concept associated with celebrity chef Guy Fieri, offering flavorful, hand-breaded chicken tenders, sandwiches, fries, and a wide...

$775,000

2

$775,000

Turn key Drive Thru with Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Thousand Palms, CA

PRIME RESTAURANT REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY - THOUSAND PALMS, CA Exceptional freestanding restaurant property with drive-thru capability, strategically positioned off Interstate 10 in Riverside County....

$3,999,999

$3,999,999

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego

San Diego, CA

Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, excellent street visibility, and convenient on-site...

$125,000

$125,000

Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO EggDrop in Roseville, California

Roseville, CA

This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Roseville's most desirable markets. The space...

$290,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

Wayback Burgers
Franchise

Available Nationwide

We have 180+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!

$250,000

$250,000

Which Wich Franchise or Established Restaurant Space

Palm Desert, CA

1420 sqft restaurant space located on HWY 111 and El Paseo, Palm Desert. Security Deposit, Restaurant Equipment, Furniture & Fixtures all included. 48 seats. Does not include Franchise Transfer Fee....

$180,000

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$180,000

High Margin Dessert Franchise Busy Mall location.

Bakersfield, CA

The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and JCPenny. Low food cost and labor compared with...

$449,000

Cash Flow: $230,000

4

$449,000

Cash Flow: $230,000

*****PRICE REDUCTION $150,000-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****

San Diego, CA

A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...

$150,000

29

$150,000

Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!

Monterey County, CA

Great opportunity to own a growing, established, and very popular pizza restaurant. The pizza restaurant is located on the main busy street/highway next to an AutoMall. High visibility and great...

$165,000

$165,000

Premier International Market - Turnkey Business with Growth Potencial

Los Angeles, CA

Premier International Market - Turnkey Business with Growth Potential This thriving international market represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-positioned grocery business in...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Teriyaki Madness
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,113,760

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,113,760

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 Analyzed635
Asking Price$299,000
Reported Revenue$739,779
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$131,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$159,500$299,000$550,000

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$434,219$80,000
Median$739,779$131,000
Upper Quartile$1,234,610$205,645

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 Quartile0.291.67
Median0.422.44
Upper Quartile0.603.25

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 $159,500 to well over $550,000.

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

The median reported revenue of Restaurants and Food Businesses in California is $739,779 and owners earn a median of $131,000, 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 1.67 to 3.25, with the median at 2.44. This means the typical Restaurant and Food Business in California may ask for around 0.42 times its annual revenue, and 2.44 times its annual owner earnings.

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