Baldwin Park, CA
$100,000
Baldwin Park, CA
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$625,000
Santa Clarita, CA
$700,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$259,000
San Gabriel, CA
$198,000
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$180,000
Eagle Rock, CA
$300,000
Long Beach, CA
$199,000
North Hollywood, CA
$79,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$300,000
Los Angeles, CA
$95,000
Van Nuys, CA
$169,000
Belmont Shore, CA
$199,000
Monrovia, CA
$400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$949,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$120,000
Christina CBB, CBI, M&A Master Lazuric
California Business Brokers
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
California Business Brokers® is Southern California’s premier California Business Brokers® is Southern California's leading business brokerage firm, renowned for its expertise in facilitating successful transactions across a diverse range of industries. With extensive experience spanning numerous market segments, our firm has developed a deep understanding of current market trends and business valuation in real-time conditions. This hands-on experience bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and the practical realities of business sales. At California Business Brokers®, we are committed to maximizing value for our clients. We recognize that selling a business is a significant responsibility that affects both the buyer and seller. Our firm excels in managing transactions with the utmost confidentiality, informed decision-making, and access to a comprehensive network of seasoned professionals to ensure seamless deal execution. Our greatest testament to success is the trust and loyalty of our repeat clients, who have chosen to sell multiple businesses through our firm. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, California Business Brokers® offers the expertise, discretion, and care necessary to guide you through every step of the process. Whether you are buying or selling, you are in excellent caring hands with California Business Brokers.
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,345,000
Hermosa Beach, CA
$325,000
Pasadena, CA
$210,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,180,000
Burbank, CA
$320,000
Commerce, CA
$149,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$69,000
Hawthorne, CA
$90,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
West Covina, CA
$160,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$199,000
Hollywood, CA
$119,000
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Gardena, CA
$75,000
Los Angeles, CA
$95,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$160,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Northridge, CA
$300,000
Hermosa Beach, CA
$300,000
Hollywood, CA
$875,000
Arcadia, CA
$120,000
Hermosa Beach, CA
$350,000
Santa Monica, CA
$425,000
Long Beach, CA
$320,000
Santa Clarita, CA
$210,000
Pasadena, CA
$125,000
Los Angeles, CA
$369,000
Steve Hovakimyan
City Center Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Steve Hovakimyan understands that navigating the commercial real estate market can be complex. That’s why his company, City Center Realty Group, is dedicated to guiding you through the unique landscape of Los Angeles County. Steve and his team specialize in connecting buyers and sellers with prime properties and securing top-dollar deals, all while ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. With extensive industry expertise and a keen understanding of what businesses need in commercial spaces, Steve is the trusted expert to help you achieve your real estate goals. Whether you're expanding, relocating, or investing, City Center Realty Group is there to support you every step of the way. Trust Steve Hovakimyan to turn your commercial real estate vision into a successful reality.
Northridge, CA
$69,000
Santa Monica, CA
$250,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$1,800,000
Monrovia, CA
$159,000
Los Angeles, CA
$349,000
Winnetka, CA
$600,000
Food and restaurant businesses are among the most common businesses bought and sold on BizBuySell. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is helpful to have some context on the local market. To provide that context, we have analyzed restaurant for sale listings in Los Angeles County and aggregated financial data to surface average pricing, financial metrics, and valuation multiples. This will help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses relative to others in the local market.
Market Snapshot
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
508 |
Median Asking Price |
$294,500 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$652,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$130,592 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Los Angeles County Restaurant Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.32 |
1.94 |
Median |
0.44 |
2.55 |
Upper Quartile |
0.64 |
3.47 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Restaurant Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant in Los Angeles?
The median asking price for restaurants in Los Angeles County is $294,500. However, prices can range significantly higher or lower depending on location, size, type, and the financial health of the business.
How much do restaurant owners earn?
Median revenue of restaurant businesses listed for sale in Los Angeles County is $652,000, while the median reported owner’s discretionary earnings is $130,592. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How are restaurants in Los Angeles valued?
Most business owners (and buyers) will start by applying earnings and revenue multiples to the businesses reported financials. This way buyers and sellers can gauge the value of a restaurant business relative to its peers in the market.
Based on our most recent analysis of Los Angeles restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.32 to 0.64, with the median at 0.44. Earnings multiples range from 1.94 to 3.47, with the median at 2.55. This means restaurants in Los Angeles County are valued, on average, around 0.44 times annual revenue, and/or 2.55 times annual owner earnings.
On average, businesses sell for about 80-90% of asking price, so valuation multiples based on active listings tend to be higher than closed sale multiples.
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