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Bars, Pubs and Taverns For Sale in California

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ICONIC Toucans LGBTQ+ Drag Bar, Palm Springs,ABC Type 48

Palm Springs, CA

For Sale: A vibrant institution - 25+ year Palm Springs cocktail lounge and cabaret-style bar with nightly live performances and entertainment, operating seven nights a week. Can be converted to a...

$550,000

$550,000

Established , Profitable Beer & Wine Bar in Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

Small beer & wine bar, Type 42 ABC license, in a densely populated area close to the freeways, businesses & residential neighborhoods. Low rent, high profit location that is easy to run. No NNN fees...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

San Francisco Neighborhood Bar, ABC 48 License. Excellent Location!

San Francisco, CA

Long established, 33 Years, bar with ABC 48 License. Needs a refresh under new ownership, but great space, 1,700 sq.ft. in dynamic SF neighborhood with excellent foot traffic. Contact Greg Kofman for...

$245,000

$245,000

Prime Pleasanton Location

Pleasanton, CA

Location, Location, Location! (TURN KEY) includes all FF&E, It's your opportunity to own one of Pleasanton's busiest and most successful restaurants. Full Liquor license Type 47, (over 100 seats...

$850,000

$850,000

Lakewood Area Cocktail / Dive Bar – Absentee Operated!

Lakewood, CA

A lively Lakewood area neighborhood hangout, this local bar offers a relaxed yet energetic atmosphere with live entertainment permitted 7 nights per week for DJ an karaoke. DJ nights, karaoke, live...

$275,000

$275,000

SBA Loan Pre-Approved – Long-Established – Bar/Restaurant

San Luis Obispo County, CA

SBA Loan Pre-Approved – Long-Established – Bar/Restaurant & Event Center – Sought After San Luis Obispo Location RRC# 5032 Location: San Luis Obispo County Description: Nestled in the Heart of...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Cash Flow: $456,226

Established Restaurant & Bar, Patio, Long Term lease

Costa Mesa, CA

Executive Summary An exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving full-service restaurant and bar, complete with an expansive outdoor patio and a private event center, located in the heart of Costa...

$249,000

$249,000

Liquor Store with Wine Tasting - Culver City

Culver City, CA

Description: This is a boutique wine and spirits shop located in Culver City, California, near the bustling Arts District and within easy reach of downtown Culver City. The store specializes in...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $105,000

Established Dive Bar in east San Diego with type 48 license.

San Diego County, CA

One of the few Type 48 licenses in an operating bar in the San Diego area. They serve dinner Sun/Mon/Tues. The seller has operated this location for 23 years and nets about $30k annually on the books....

$175,000

$175,000

Sunset Blvd Restaurant/Bar- Includes Type 41 ABC License - KEY MONEY

Echo Park, CA

***Location address will only be revealed with signed NDA and proof of funds of at least $350k*** Bring your own restaurant/food concept! Highly desirable, centrally located Echo Park restaurant/bar...

$350,000

$350,000

Turnkey Restaurant & Taphouse Opportunity Bay Area

Alameda County, CA

Looking to own a thriving restaurant and taphouse in a prime East Bay Area location? This restaurant and taphouse is a well-established, highly rated business with a loyal customer base, offering an...

$599,000

$599,000

Well-Run Sports Bar with Food, Part-Time Ownership

San Bernardino County, CA

This offering presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-volume sports bar and restaurant with a strong reputation and loyal customer base. The business features a clean,...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Exellent restaurantwith bar for sale in Burlingame

Burlingame, CA

Step into a turnkey restaurant operation positioned for immediate success in Burlingame's thriving dining scene. This established American and European cuisine restaurant delivers everything you need...

$450,000

$450,000

HB Sushi & Hand Roll Restaurant + Full Liquor License

$450,000 - Huntington Beach, CA

$450,000

Huntington Beach, CA

Price Reduction! Iconic Bar and Real Estate by the Beach for Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Huntington Beach, CA

Imagine owning a piece of California beach history where John Wayne once raised a glass. TURCS has been welcoming locals and visitors since 1955, and now you have the chance to continue this...

$2,999,000

$2,999,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Latino Restaurant with Type 47 and CUP for Live Music

Buena Park, CA

Current owner is doing over 2 million a year but burned out and ready to sell. Recipe and DBA is not for sale. Type 47 ABC license with Live Music CUP. Great potential to bring your own menu and...

$399,000

$399,000

Todd Warner CVA, CM&AA, CMAP

WarnerWest Advisors Inc

Serving Fresno County, CA

WarnerWest Advisors represents business owners and sellers throughout California and the Western US. Primary industry focus areas includes Agribusiness Companies, Distribution Businesses, Manufacturers, Healthcare Businesses, Storage Facilities, and other Industrial / Commercial Entities. Our service areas include Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Seller Exit Planning, and Commercial Real Estate Representation. We focus our efforts on individual engagements, and provide confidential personalized representation, allowing our clients to maintain their focus on operating their business. At WarnerWest Advisors we maintain valuable open communication ties with institutional buyers, many private equity groups, family offices, and high net worth individuals. These ongoing buyer relationships help to provide our sellers with tangible alternatives to signs and listing services and during a business sale marketing campaign. As a result, our successful and completed sale transactions have come from cash offers and have not required outside financing contingencies. We also represent buyers and sellers of farms, ranches, and investment properties in commercial real estate transactions. References available upon request.

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Profitable 48 Lic Bar- Populated Area-Great Set Up And Big Potential

San Diego County, CA

Here is the ideal neighborhood bar that has been in business for decades! This bar had been owned by a general contractor and is currently owned by a 15 year bar veteran and it shows. This bar is in...

$259,999

$259,999

Belmont Shore Bar & Grill – Prime Location w/Flexible Build Out&Patio

Long Beach, CA

This Belmont Shore bar and grill is located in a highly visible prime location in Long Beach’s most coveted hospitality and entertainment area. The relatively new gastropub boasts fantastic street...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $82,798

Bar & Grill Real Money Maker year after year. Entertainment license

Orange County, CA

Long established Bar & Grill with type 47 ABC license. Full live entertainment permit including patron dancing, & Live Music. Currently they do Live music on Friday & Saturday & Karaoke on Thursday....

$900,000

$900,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Beer and Wine Garden with Food (Richmond)

Richmond, CA

Description: This popular outdoor community space that serves as a casual gathering spot for locals and visitors. Located in the coastal neighborhood, it offers a laid-back atmosphere with a focus on...

$199,000

$199,000

Full Bar and Restaurant with Property (Uptown Oakland)

Oakland, CA

Description: This highly popular Bar and Restaurant is located in the heart of the Uptown district, a vibrant and diverse neighborhood known for its lively arts scene and dynamic cultural landscape....

$3,300,000

$3,300,000

Polk Gulch Wine Bar For Sale

San Francisco County, CA

Ground level: +/- 800 SF Lower level: +/- 575 SF FEATURES: • Turn-key Wine Bar • Type 42 liquor license • Recently renovated • High foot traffic • Wine Cellar • Additional Storage • Nearby businesses...

$150,000

$150,000

Santa Monica Area Bar with Kitchen – Stellar Freeway Access

Santa Monica, CA

This bar with a full kitchen is located in the greater Santa Monica area. The bar is widely considered to be the best in the area and is known for its menu offerings and convivial atmosphere. The menu...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $30,561

Bar & Grill with Entertainment type 47 ABC License

Orange County, CA

Well known and favorite place to eat and have a cocktail or two for many local residence and workers around the area. Located on a large center with plenty of parking. Full kitchen with well...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $480,000

Axe Throwing Bar Assets for Sale

$30,000 - Roseville, CA

$30,000

Roseville, CA

Remarkable Restaurant/Bar/Event Space in Downtown Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA

ATTENTION: The existing restaurant is open and operating. DO NOT DISTURB the current business. Staff does NOT know this space is being listed. Please enter ONLY as a customer, or contact Broker to...

$200,000

$200,000

Turn-Key Daiquiri Shop Business For Sale with Drive-Thru For Sale in S

California

Sunbelt Business Brokers of Baton Rouge presents this incredible opportunity to embark on a flavorful journey in the heart of South Louisiana. Presenting a turn-key daiquiri bar with drive-thru. This...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Nightclub/Restaurant/Kareoke/MusicVenue

Torrance, CA

Beautiful Nightclub Ready For Your New Ownership...

$795,000

$795,000

Price Reduced! Korean BBQ Chicken restaurant for Sale in Prunedale!

Prunedale, CA

This Korean BBQ Chicken restaurant has been serving the Prunedale community and is now for sale! Highly rated reviews has let this restaurant stand out among the rest and is looking for new owners to...

$149,000

$149,000

Established Bar in the booming city of Hawthorne!

Hawthorne, CA

Sports Bar with Beer & Wine License #42. Outside permit, Dancing Permit, Stage Entertainment license. Parking: Large shopping center parking lot. 2pm-1am during week 2pm-2am Saturday & Sunday. 2 Pool...

$200,000

$200,000

Long Beach Beer & Wine Bar for Sale!

Long Beach, CA

Beer & Wine Bar License #42. Conveniently Located on Busy Major intersection Near the 91 & 710 Freeways. 1 pool table & Digital Juke box. Great money maker!...

$200,000

$200,000

Turn-Key Full 47 license for Restaurant Contra Costa
Asset Sale

Walnut Creek, CA

The type ABC 47 license for restaurant in Contra Costa including escrow fee and provides applications....

$47,000

$47,000

Full Bar with Live Music & Dancing
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

1948 E 7th St consists of 2,760 SF and features a brand new buildout with all new equipment, offering a rare, never-before-opened opportunity for an operator. The space is further enhanced by 20-foot...

$350,000

$350,000

Intimate Bar Opportunity in Glendale
Asset Sale

Glendale, CA

Intimate bar opportunity in Glendale featuring live music and a Type 48 license, now available. The space is approximately 2,480 SF and includes live entertainment permits, making it ideal for a...

$150,000

$150,000

Canoga Park Bar w/ Type 48 & Type 58 Licenses-Turnkey
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Fully Built-Out Bar space ready to operate in Canoga Park Bulk sale opportunity for a fully equipped restaurant and bar located on Roscoe Blvd in Canoga Park. This location has operated as a...

$120,000

$120,000

Asset Sale Bar-Restaurant with full ABC License recently remodeled
Asset Sale

Long Beach, CA

This 2700 sqft location offers a busy downtown street and high density residential all around. The current concept is not working anymore (since 2006). Location is still operating. Landlord will...

$149,000

$149,000

Westwood Village Restaurant Bar For Lease
Asset Sale

Village, CA

WESTWOOD VILLAGE RESTAURANT BAR FOR LEASE Premises: 47O0' plus 1500' mezzanine Monthly Rent: $4.75 psf + $1.35 triple net Parking: Public Lot Lease Term: 10 yr. Lease ABC License: 47 liquor license...

$200,000

$200,000

Toluca Lake - Burbank Equipped Tavern For Lease
Asset Sale

Burbank, CA

TOLUCA LAKE/ BURBANK EQUIPPED TAVERN FOR LEASE Premises: 2060' + patio Rent: $3.75 + .86 nnn Parking: Center Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Type 47 Liquor license to purchase Comments:...

$100,000

$100,000

Storefront 400 sqft in foodhall in West Covina, full kitchen equipment
Asset Sale

West Covina, CA

FOOD HALL SPACE WITH COMPLETE COOKING EQUIPMENT - WEST COVINA This 400 square foot food hall space in West Covina offers an exceptional turnkey opportunity for culinary entrepreneurs. Located in a...

$160,000

$160,000

Turnkey Restaurant Asset Opportunity
Asset Sale

Highland, CA

This offering represents the opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, operational restaurant facility located in Highland, CA. The transaction is being structured strictly as an asset sale, excluding...

$249,000

$249,000

Riverside County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Palm Springs, CA

Riverside County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $50,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$50,000

$50,000

San Mateo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Mateo, CA

San Mateo County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $65,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$65,000

$65,000

Alameda County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Oakland, CA

Alameda County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $30,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$30,000

$30,000

Sacramento County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Sacramento, CA

Sacramento County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $21,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$21,000

$21,000

Ryan Roques

First Choice Business Brokers - Corona/Ontario Office

Serving Riverside County, CA

Established in 1994 and boasting a remarkable track record of facilitating transactions totaling over $12 billion, First Choice Business Brokers stands as a prominent force in the realm of business sales organizations within the United States. Our extensive network of seasoned Business Brokers spans across the nation, affording both Buyers and Sellers unparalleled support and expertise in their endeavors to buy or sell a business. As a proud member of one of the preeminent business broker organizations in the country, we bring to the table specialized knowledge and an arsenal of resources that are integral to ensuring the success of your transaction. Our core competencies encompass a wide spectrum of services, including comprehensive business valuations, skillful negotiation with prospective buyers, proficient buyer financing solutions, the creation of impactful marketing materials, and adept navigation through the intricacies of the Small Business Administration (SBA) loan process.

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For Sale: Turnkey Bar / Restaurant In Potrero Hill
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

+ Recently Renovated + Type 1 Hood + Walk-In Cooler & Freezer + Well Maintained Space + Two (2) ADA Restrooms + One (1) Office with High Ceiling + At Grade Entrance + Liquor License Not Included +...

$160,000

$160,000

Prime Arts District Restaurant Opportunity
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Urbanlime is pleased to present an opportunity in the heart of the Arts District. The offering features 1,268 SF of interior space complemented by an expansive 4,300 SF patio, creating a highly...

$250,000

$250,000

Established Nightlife Venue in Santa Monica
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Urbanlime is pleased to present a rare opportunity to acquire an established nightlife venue in the heart of Santa Monica. Located just minutes from the beach, the property benefits from a Type 48...

$500,000

$500,000

San Francisco Type-48 Liquor License For Sale
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

Transform your hospitality vision into reality with this premium San Francisco Type-48 Liquor License - your gateway to entering one of the most lucrative markets in California. This unrestricted,...

$149,000

$149,000

San Bernardino County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Bernardino, CA

San Bernardino County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $32,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow...

$32,000

$32,000

Santa Clara County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

Santa Clara County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $63,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$63,000

$63,000

San Francisco County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $116,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$116,000

$116,000

San Diego County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

San Diego County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $115,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$115,000

$115,000

Buy or Sell a Bar, Pub and Tavern in California
Bars, pubs and taverns listed for sale on BizBuySell feature a wide range of nightlife and beverage focused hospitality businesses, including neighborhood bars, sports pubs, taverns, cocktail lounges, wine bars, breweries with taprooms, and bar restaurant hybrids, many of which include valuable liquor licenses, built out interiors, and in some cases owned real estate. These businesses primarily operate on a hospitality and alcohol driven revenue model, generating income through on premise beverage sales, food service where applicable, entertainment or cover charges, private events, and ancillary revenue such as gaming or merchandise, with profitability closely tied to foot traffic, licensing, operating hours, and repeat local patrons.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed59
Asking Price$400,000
Reported Revenue$1,200,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$150,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$250,000$400,000$875,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Bars, Pubs and Taverns for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$697,897$90,766
Median$1,200,000$150,000
Upper Quartile$1,568,729$205,269

Valuation Multiples

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

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.302.44
Median0.402.91
Upper Quartile0.603.79

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Bar, Pub and Tavern in California?

The median asking price for an established Bar, Pub and Tavern in California is $400,000, though prices range from under $250,000 to well over $875,000.

How much do Bars, Pubs and Taverns owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Bars, Pubs and Taverns in California is $1,200,000 and owners earn a median of $150,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Bar, Pub and Tavern?

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 Bars, Pubs and Taverns in California, revenue multiples range from 0.30 to 0.60, with a median of 0.40. Earning multiples range from 2.44 to 3.79, with the median at 2.91. This means the typical Bar, Pub and Tavern in California may ask for around 0.40 times its annual revenue, and 2.91 times its annual owner earnings.

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