Palm Desert, CA
For Sale: A thriving Cold Stone Creamery franchise located in a prime spot in Palm Desert, California. This established ice cream store enjoys a high-traffic, highly visible location within a bustling...
California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale
Market Info
Cold Stone Creamery Palm Desert
Cash Flow: $88,532
Type 48 Full Liquor Bar with Property Yolo County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Yolo County, CA
Here’s an opportunity to own a great Neighborhood Bar with Property and a Type 48 Full Liquor License! This place has an appealing neighborhood bar feel with a comfortable interior and plenty of...
Cash Flow: $115,000
🔥 RARE OPPORTUNITY: Established Greek Restaurant in Prime Location
San Diego County, CA
Established Greek Restaurant - Prime San Diego County Location This highly profitable Mediterranean restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking a well-established operation in...
Turnkey Pizza Restaurant and Bar with Beer and Wine License
Bakersfield, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire an established and fully equipped pizza restaurant and bar offering approximately 2,560 square feet of space. This turnkey operation features double pizza ovens,...
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Bakery
Los Angeles, CA
Bakery is an established bakery business for sale at North Hollywood. The business has an established customer base and a strong opportunity for continued growth. The bakery features a main kitchen...
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Prime Commercial Investment in Julian
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Ysabel, CA
This exceptional 5.54-acre commercial property presents a rare investment opportunity in Santa Ysabel, just minutes from historic Julian, CA. The prime location offers excellent Highway 78 visibility...
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Catalan Mediterranean Cuisine
Palm Springs, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully appointed Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Rancho Mirage, California. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Spain, Italy, and California,...
Cash Flow: $73,778
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...
Restaurant Greater Palm Springs Area
Palm Springs, CA
Restaurant is centrally located in the greater Palm Springs area with close proximity to surrounding Desert Cities. A favorite place for locals and visitors to enjoy delicious food, craft beers, wine...
Cash Flow: $130,000
Gastrognome Restaurant (R.E.) available
Riverside County, CA
The Gastrognome restaurant in beautiful Idyllwild is a true gem and a landmark in the area. It holds a great reputation for its exceptional dining experience. The atmosphere at the restaurant is...
Cash Flow: $193,313
Papa Murphy's
Franchise
Available in California
We are the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise, offering simple operations and award winning pizza!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $687,539
Turn Key Restaurant / Take Out
Pasadena, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a fully equipped 1,200 SF shawarma restaurant ideal for an owner-user or operator looking to step into a ready-to-go concept. This well-maintained space is designed for...
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Pasadena, CA - Established Japanese Sushi Restaurant for Sale
Pasadena, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful restaurant located in one of Pasadena’s most desirable commercial streets Situated at South Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California, The restaurant features real...
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Juice Bar Franchise - 100% Employee Run - Redondo Beach
$350,000
Redondo Beach, CA
Carl's Jr - Southern California
Redondo Beach, CA
Franchisor requires a Net Worth of $1,000,000 and $300,000 of liquid assets. Previous franchise or restaurant experience preferred, but not required. Yoy increasing sales Three additional units are...
Cash Flow: $116,452
3 Carl's Jr Location - S. California
Castaic, CA
Franchisor requires a Net Worth of $1,000,000 and $300,000 of liquid assets. Previous franchise or restaurant experience preferred, but not required....
EBITDA: $390,820
Bobby Panahi, MBA
BPRE
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in construction sector, towing companies, transportation companies, gas stations, healthcare/hospice operations, laundromats, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.
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Mile High Cafe
Riverside County, CA
Mile High Café is in the Idyllwild Pine-Cove area in the San Jacinto mountains. This family owned and operated restaurant has a reputation of serving delicious food along with exceptional service....
Cash Flow: $171,808
Cold Stone Creamery Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
For sale is a Cold Stone Creamery franchise located in beautiful Palm Springs, California. This popular ice cream store is situated in a busy shopping center, offering excellent visibility and foot...
Cash Flow: $39,514
The Rib Company
San Bernardino County, CA
Description: For sale: An outstanding and well-established restaurant located in 29 Palms, boasting excellent street visibility and a prime location that attracts steady traffic. This business has...
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Cash Flow: $220,367
Silicon Beach's Premier Italian Restaurant For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Silicon Beach's Premier Italian Restaurant For Sale Ritrovo is a thriving neighborhood Italian restaurant that has established itself as a beloved dining destination since 2018. Located in the heart...
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Established Restaurant for Sale in Popular Downtown Location
Claremont, CA
Established Restaurant for Sale in Popular Downtown Location PROOF OF FUNDS AND NDA ARE REQUIRED This successful American restaurant offers an outstanding investment opportunity in the heart of...
Vitality Bowls
Franchise
Available in California
Vitality Bowls is a low-initial cost, fast-casual cafe franchise specializing in acai bowls, smoothies, salads, and more, made with clean ingredients in allergy-friendly kitchens. Today, the brand has grown into an award-winning franchise known for its attention to organic ingredients and strong customer loyalty. The brand offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to open a cafe business well-positioned in the booming health and wellness dining category.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $562,024
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue with Food for Sale 🔥
San Diego, CA
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue with Food permit for Sale – Prime Corner Location – San Diego Exceptional opportunity to acquire a high-end, fully built-out hookah lounge and event venue...
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Positive Cash Flow & Endless Possibility
Santa Barbara, CA
Price reduced for the seller must go back to their country due to a family situation. Opportunities are coming in a new booming town. Takashi Ramen is a modern system-driven ramen restaurant designed...
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The Only Cannoli
$375,000
Oceanside, CA
Renowned Riverside County BBQ Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
After decades of success, the creators of this highly rated BBQ restaurant in Riverside County are ready to retire and pass their legacy on to the next generation. Their very effective website, social...
Cash Flow: $205,941
7-Year Sushi Restaurant | Prime Location | High-Upside Turnaround
West Covina, CA
Popular AYCE sushi concept in a high-traffic plaza with strong local following and major upside potential. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sushi restaurant with 7 years of...
High Traffic Location Cigar Lounge & Steak House with Patio Seating
Imperial County, CA
Monalisa Cocktails & Cuisine presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire the only cigar club in town, strategically positioned at the high-traffic intersection of Aten Road and Highway 86 in...
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Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale–A Community Staple 20+ yrs
Cobb, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of downtown Cobb, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare opportunity to...
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Cash Flow: $118,549
3 Jimmy Johns Stores in Central California
Visalia, CA
National Brand. Established three Jimmy Johns stores located in Central California for sale. The price is $975,000. Total gross revenue $2,000,000 net income is between 15-20% depending on how the...
Cash Flow: $300,000
Historical Landmark Restaurant Business for sale!
Los Angeles, CA
For the first time in years, an opportunity is available to own one of Mission Hills' most recognizable barbecue restaurants. This established local landmark has built a loyal customer following over...
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LEADING NAME in cafe industry for sale - Vivot Craft Cafe
Orange County, CA
## A Rare Turnkey Café Opportunity with Built-In Demand Opportunities like this rarely become available. This café comes fully equipped with both a **commercial Type I hood** and **grease trap**,...
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Established Chinese Restaurant for Sale in Prime Dublin Location
Dublin, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped and established Chinese restaurant located in one of Dublin’s popular shopping centers. Surrounded by a variety of businesses and restaurants, the...
Crepe Cafe,Food Trucks & Catering.Beer & Wine license
Fullerton, CA
French Crepe restaurant on busiest Blvd corner location with patio, also included 2 food trucks and 3 mobile vans with all the equipment for on site catering. Beer & Wine license .All included...
Cash Flow: $156,000
Oscar's Restaurant, Bar & Live Entertainment
Palm Springs, CA
Located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, Oscar’s Palm Springs presents a rare opportunity to own one of the desert’s most recognized dining, entertainment, drag shows, Sunday T- Dances and...
Elk Grove 95758 Turn-Key PHO Resturant!
$135,000
Elk Grove, CA
Established Traditional Japanese restaurant
Davis, CA
Hikari is a well-established traditional Japanese restaurant operating as the only Omakase restaurant in the Sacramento-Davis area since 2021. Located in prime downtown Davis with 1,200 square feet of...
Cash Flow: $120,000
NorCal Wine Bar in Highly Affluent Area! -Semi Absentee Owned - SC2292
California
This Wine Bar is a Northern California Limited Liability Company that has been in operation for the past 2 years under the current ownership. Featuring live music, gourmet food, and fine wines, this...
Profitable Restaurant with Management Team in Mission District
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Francisco, CA
Established, well-known restaurant in the Mission District, that comes with a loyal customer base, an experienced manager and a kitchen chef, and an operating model that requires minimal owner...
Cash Flow: $187,375
Turnkey Chinese Restaurant in Prime Garden Grove Location
Garden Grove, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established Chinese restaurant in a high-traffic commercial corridor at 14291 Euclid St D108-109, Garden Grove, CA. Ideally situated near the vibrant Little...
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Profitable Food Court Restaurant Location-Prominent San Diego Mall
San Diego County, CA
This profitable fast casual Korean restaurant is located in a bustling food court in one of San Diego county's most prominent malls. Easy to operate and fully staffed Very popular food choice for the...
Restaurant with many local regular customers!
Murrieta, CA
After 13 successful years, this beloved family-owned and operated sushi restaurant is ready for its next chapter—and a new owner! This isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a well-established local business...
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Fully Built-Out Restaurant & Bar for Lease, $799K Key Money
San Joaquin County, CA
Picture yourself walking into your own fully operational restaurant and bar - no construction headaches, no permit delays, just keys in hand and ready to serve customers. This incredible 5,983 square...
Multi-Unit Panera Bread Portfolio Located in California
California
Rare opportunity to acquire a multi-unit Panera Bread® portfolio located in California. Panera is one of the nation’s most recognized fast-casual restaurant brands, with more than 2,200 bakery-cafés...
Cash Flow: $2,605,000
Benjamin Lalezari
Realty Investment Advisors, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Realty Investment Advisors is a Southern California brokerage specializing in commercial real estate and business sales, with a strong focus on gas stations, car washes, convenience stores, and neighborhood markets. We represent buyers and sellers in both business-only transactions and sales that include the underlying property. Our experience spans major fuel brands and independent stations, as well as retail properties. Our buyer relationships include 7-Eleven, and we also represent Circle K operators seeking acquisition and expansion opportunities. We work with individual owner-operators, real estate investors, and established businesses with multiple locations throughout Southern California. We also help property owners secure financially strong tenants, including corporate operators and established family-owned businesses with multiple locations. These relationships allow us to connect owners with experienced tenants seeking long-term locations. We help clients evaluate opportunities, understand business and property economics, and navigate the details of a transaction. This includes lease terms, fuel supply agreements, franchise requirements, and coordination with lenders, escrow, and other transaction professionals. Based in Santa Monica, we serve Los Angeles County and the broader Southern California market. Whether you are selling a business, selling the business together with the property, seeking a strong tenant, or acquiring your next location, Realty Investment Advisors offers practical guidance and attentive service from the initial conversation through closing.
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Emeryville Public Market Turnkey Food Hall Restaurant Opportunity
Emeryville, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space in The Public Market in Emeryville. At approximately 774 SF, this is one of the smallest food stalls in The Public Market, offering a...
Restaurant and Bar with Beer Garden in Affluent Sacramento County Area
Sacramento County, CA
Restaurant and Bar with Beer Garden in Affluent Sacramento County Neighborhood RRC#5368 Asking Price: $695,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $2,380,453 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...
Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location
$1,495,000
Monterey, CA
Shangri-La Restaurant, Bar & OASIS is for sale! Outstanding Design
Fair Oaks, CA
Shangri-La Restaurant, Bar & OASIS is for sale! Outstanding Design, Charm and Strong Goodwill RRC#5361 Offered at $415,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $2,070,651 Annual Cash Flow:...
Established Japanese Sushi Rest / W. Hollywood - Lender Pre-Approved
West Hollywood, CA
Established Japanese fusion sushi bar operating continuously since July 2019 in West Hollywood. The restaurant emphasizes daily fresh fish deliveries, scratch-made sauces, and a menu blending...
Cash Flow: $195,000
For Sale: Established Boba Tea Shop
Garden Grove, CA
Overview Turnkey boba tea shop in a premium Little Saigon-adjacent location. This established, cash-flowing business offers immediate revenue potential, experienced staff, and flexible sale options —...
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EBITDA: $70,000
Profitable Foster's Freeze Opportunity/Property available
Fresno County, CA
Turnkey/Profitable Foster's Freeze Opportunity in Fresno County * Gross Annul sales range from $403,000 to $503,000 * Low rent of $2,500 a month or option to Purchase the property * Purchase price...
Cash Flow: $91,000
Southeast Asian restaurant for sale in old town Elk Grove
Elk Grove, CA
Established Southeast Asian Restaurant - Elk Grove Opportunity This well-established Southeast Asian restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Elk Grove's historic district....
Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant & Bakery. Owner-Operated.
San Francisco, CA
Established Mediterranean Restaurant & Bakery - Owner-Operated Serving downtown San Francisco since 2007, currently operating as a Mediterranean Restaurant with a focus on wraps, plates, salads, and...
Turnkey Profitable Restaurant in Prime Beach Location with Ocean Views
Laguna Beach, CA
This profitable American restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in a prime Orange County beachfront location with stunning ocean views. Established in 2017, this turnkey operation has built a...
Cash Flow: $300,000
North Bay 35-Year Catering & Event Business w Commercial Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sonoma County, CA
North Bay 35-Year Wedding & Event Catering Business with Commercial Real Estate This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established wedding and event catering business with approximately 35 years...
High-Volume Turnkey Restaurant in Lake Forest & Irvine
Lake Forest, CA
Intersection of Rockfield Blvd & Lake Forest Dr This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, turnkey restaurant perfectly positioned on the border of Lake Forest and Irvine. Located at the...
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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 Analyzed | 638 |
| Asking Price | $299,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $744,950 |
| 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 Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $159,999 | $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.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $430,937 | $80,000 |
| Median | $744,950 | $130,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,238,011 | $205,269 |
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.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.28 | 1.68 |
| Median | 0.42 | 2.44 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.60 | 3.26 |
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 $159,999 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 $744,950 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 0.28 to 0.60, with a median of 0.42. Earning multiples range from 1.68 to 3.26, 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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