Irvine, CA
Located right off the 405 Freeway and Culver, just 5 minutes driving distance from UC Irvine, this beautifully remodeled restaurant sits in a very busy shopping center surrounded by high-income...
$490,000
California Restaurants and Food Businesses For Sale
Market Info
Asset SalePrime Irvine Restaurant Space - Full kitchen & Beer & Wine license
2
Asset SaleBeverly Hills Restaurant for Sale - High Revenue & Growth Potential
Beverly Hills, CA
Seller is Motivated — Will Consider Reasonable Offer We Are Looking for Serious Buyers ready to close this month Discover a rare opportunity to own a thriving international fusion restaurant in the...
$395,000
Asset SaleHigh-Visibility Restaurant for Sale –Busy Corner, Heavy Foot Traffic
Santa Ana, CA
High-Visibility Restaurant Asset Sale - Prime Santa Ana Location This exceptional restaurant asset opportunity features a turnkey space strategically positioned on a busy corner with major street...
$200,000
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Asset SaleTURN-KEY Cafe Asset Sale With Type I & II Hood In Pasadena
Pasadena, CA
REALEST is thrilled to present an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a turnkey cafe space in the heart of Pasadena. Outfitted with both a Type I & II hood, this location is ready for your concept....
$98,000
4
Asset SaleUpdate: Tasting Room Assets/FF&E + Lease - Wine/Bar/Cafe/Hospitality
Sacramento, CA
Seeking agreement for lease and buyout of existing tenant improvements including furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E). The space is an established operating business with active permits (ex:...
$199,000
5
Asset SaleTurnkey Kitchen and Mediterranean
Carson, CA
Rare Opportunity! Fully Equipped Turnkey Ghost Kitchen & Restaurant for Sale – Priced at $49,000 OBO Are you ready to step into the thriving food industry with minimal upfront effort? This is your...
$49,000
2
Asset SaleBoba shop for sale
Los Angeles, CA
Asset Sale: Boba Shop Opportunity in Los Angeles This asset sale offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a boba tea business in the dynamic Los Angeles market. Recently established in 2024, this...
$230,000
2
Asset SaleBosco's restaurant, bar and banquet room in Sunol, CA
Sunol, CA
Bosco's Bones and Brew presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established restaurant, bar, and banquet facility in historic downtown Sunol, California. This turnkey operation features a...
$150,000
8
Asset SaleUnique and rare restaurant opportunity in Aptos
Aptos, CA
Currently operating restaurant with Type 47 liquor license in highly desirable location. Details provided after executed NDA....
$399,000
Asset SaleTurn-key Unique Event Venue | Studio City | Real Estate Included
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey, 4-level luxury event venue and restaurant in prime Studio City with real estate included. Features 752-person occupancy, Type 47 liquor license, rooftop lounge with panoramic views, banquet...
Not Disclosed
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Franchise810 Entertainment
Available Nationwide
810 is an upscale bowling, entertainment and dining experience where friends and family gather to be social, friendly competition and great food.
$650,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Bakery for sale in Woodland Hills
Los Angeles, CA
This charming bakery is now available for sale in the heart of Woodland Hills. Fully set up to run as a bakery and a prime location, it offers significant growth potential for a new owner. • Location:...
$95,000
6
Real EstatePrime Opportunity: Retail Condominium with Operating Franchise
San Francisco, CA
Prime Investment opportunity to own a retail condominium equipped with a successful, operating franchise business! "EARL OF SANDWICH – THE WORLD’S GREATEST HOT SANDWICH" This 618 SF space currently...
$1,100,000
4
Asian Bar And Grill Coastal San Diego Location
$449,000
San Diego County, CA
Real EstateDowntown Walnut Creek Restaurant Buildings for Sale!
Walnut Creek, CA
RARE chance to OWN restaurant real estate in Downtown Walnut Creek! Located at 1535 + 1541 Giammona Drive Two adjacent buildings ±5,200 SF total. Price upon request. ±3,700 SF space + Large ± 1,300...
Not Disclosed
Real EstateThriving Landmark Restaurant – Extraordinary Business Opportunity
Ramona, CA
Iconic restaurant business opportunity in Ramona, CA featuring 3,660 square feet on a substantial 3/4-acre lot. This established property has served as home to the beloved Boll Weevil of Ramona, a...
$249,000
6
Umang Kathrani
Alliance Bay Realty
Serving Alameda County, CA
Business Broker for East Bay Area
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Start-upOnigilly Japanese Kitchen - Franchise Locations - Available Now!
What is Onigilly? Journey back in time with us—over 1,000 years!—to the days of the traditional Samurai warrior. These fighters had to travel great distances for each stage of battle, which required...
$35,000
3
JUICE BAR FOR SALE | Absentee-Owned Opportunity in Prime Modesto
Modesto, CA
This is a turnkey franchise juice bar operating under a nationally recognized health and wellness brand, situated in a high-traffic retail location in Modesto. The menu features proven products,...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $70,489
Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga This boba tea shop, operating since 2018, presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking to open a boba shop that is already built out with...
6
$89,000
Burger joint for sale in El Cerrito shopping center
El Cerrito, CA
Here's your chance to own a popular hamburger restaurant in the bustling El Cerrito shopping center in California. This thriving business is situated in a prime location, nestled amongst top-tier...
$150,000
Turnkey Restaurant & Bar for Sale
Hawthorne, CA
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a profitable, turnkey restaurant and bar for sale in Hawthorne, California. Tapville Social – Hawthorne is a modern self-pour taproom and full-service...
6
$575,000
FranchiseMcAlister's Deli
Available Nationwide
McAlister’s Deli® offers guests more than hearty sandwiches piled high and sides worth sharing. Through genuine Southern hospitality and friendly conversation, we aim to make every guest feel like our place is their place, too. Become a part of something special with a McAlister’s Deli® of your very own.
$425,000
See More FranchisesDonut Franchise business for sale in Concord plaza
Concord, CA
Branded modern Donut shop and boba tea for sale in concord. Colorful shop dishing up mochi donuts and Korean-style corn dogs in a bright space. The interior was clean and cutely decorated and there...
$178,000
Subway Franchise - Priced Below Asset Value with Growth Potenial
Sacramento, CA
Act quickly to take advantage of this competitively priced Subway franchise opportunity. Serious inquiries only. This franchise is offered below the assessed FF&E value of $38,000 (per the 2025...
$22,000
Modern Absentee-Run Pizza Franchise
$289,000
Riverside, CA
Glendale Historic Bar for Sale
Glendale, CA
Perfect little neighborhood bar, dating back to prohibition! Great clientele & staff. Full line of liquor, no kitchen!! Already a success and fully renovated, this little bar makes for easy extra...
$550,000
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore – Beloved Community Staple for 20+yr
Lake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
High-Volume Baja Fresh with Baja Fresh 2.0 Upgrade
Los Angeles County, CA
Exceptional Baja Fresh opportunity in a prime, walkable neighborhood with strong local demand. This location generated $1.31M in annual sales, well above the system average, of $911k reflecting its...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $183,781
Estab Charleys Cheesesteak, Turnkey & Profitable San Fernando Valley!
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a well-established Charleys Cheesesteaks franchise in a busy, high-traffic location in the San Fernando Valley. This popular fast-casual brand is known nationwide for fresh,...
$599,000
Turnkey Business Opportunity
West Covina, CA
Established restaurant business located in West Covina, California, offering an immediate turnkey opportunity in a prime high-traffic location with excellent visibility. This fully operational...
6
$200,000
Cash Flow: $4,000
Ice Cream Shop for Sale
Fremont, CA
Cauldron Ice Cream Franchise for Sale – Turnkey Opportunity in Prime Location Step into a well-established Cauldron Ice Cream franchise — a brand known for its signature puffle cones, artisan ice...
$160,000
Chocolate Dessert Shop
Sacramento, CA
Beloved, high-end chocolate boutique specializing in handcrafted gourmet chocolates, artisanal desserts, and custom gift collections. Located in a prime retail mall the business has built a loyal...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
FranchisePure Green Franchise
Available in California
One of the fastest-growing juice bar franchises in the United States
$100,000
See More FranchisesFast Food Restaurant - Beer & Wine - High Gross/Net -City of Calabasas
Calabasas, CA
Great opportunity to own an attractive, high gross, high net, restaurant with beer & wine(ABC-Type 41) license in very desirable City of Calabasas. Please note, that this business with ample seating...
$385,000
Cash Flow: $256,694
$260K Owner Earnings – Multi-Unit Franchise Resale, Low Overhead,
Orange County, CA
Thriving multi-unit franchise resale with two established locations in prime Orange County markets. Combined annual revenue exceeds $1.28 million with owner earnings of approximately $260K. Both...
$590,000
Cash Flow: $260,000
Pizza Restaurant - Very Attractive, 100% Emp Run - Beer & Wine
$495,000
Norwalk, CA
Established Restaurant – Strong Net, Not Chef-Dependent
Fremont, CA
? Turnkey Restaurant for Sale – Fremont, CA (Main Road Location) ? A rare opportunity to take over a fully equipped, profitable restaurant located on a busy main road in Fremont with excellent...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
Turnkey Japanese Restaurant in Prime Chino Location
Chino, CA
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully built, profitable Japanese restaurant located at one of Chino’s busiest intersections—Pipeline and Grand Avenue. The business opened in...
4
$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
FranchiseCharleys Philly Steaks & Wings
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
$200,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Tam's Burger with 25+ Years of Proven Success!
Los Angeles, CA
Incredible opportunity to own a well-established fast-food restaurant serving the community for over 25 years! Located in a high-traffic area with excellent visibility and easy access, this turnkey...
6
$200,000
Five Guys - 9 Units with territory rights
Pleasant Hill, CA
Five Guys, 9 Units located in California. Purchase price includes territory rights, along with the ability to either include or exclude a newly opened 10th location. The first Five Guys restaurant...
$5,900,000
Cash Flow: $1,119,039
Successful and Established Poke Restaurant
Rocklin, CA
We are a Veteran owned semi-to-fast casual restaurant serving fresh "poke style" entrees over your choice of warm rice or mixed greens paired with a variety of customized toppings and house made...
4
$199,990
Krispy Krunchy Chicken (Prime Location)
Pittsburg, CA
Established Krispy Krunchy Chicken franchise in prime Pittsburg, CA location, successfully operating since 2020. This well-positioned restaurant specializes in fresh HALAL Cajun fried chicken,...
6
$299,000
Specialty Retail Franchise Resale – Coastal San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
Established specialty retail franchise offering unique and high-demand products that combine food, gifting, and celebration. This location has been operating for over 7 years in a desirable...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $109,000
Arthur Huang
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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“High-Growth Franchise Opportunity – Established Pizzeria with Seller
Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established Big Mama’s & Papa’s Pizzeria franchise located in the heart of Granada Hills’ Old Granada Village Business District. This well-recognized neighborhood...
6
$300,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
BOBA Coffee & Tea//Chinese Bakery// Coffee Shop with CA Lottery!
Rosemead, CA
SDE: YTD-September 2025 - $69,944 AND WILL INCREASE AFTER OCT, NOV, DEC. SF: 851sf Base rent: $2,497 NET: $790 Total rent: $3,227; annual increases are 2.5% Utilities: $961 California lottery sales...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $69,944
Maker of Gourmet “Food Service Baklava” that Wholesales
$600,000
San Diego County, CA
Centrally Located Kitchen Opportunity
San Diego, CA
This business presents a strategic acquisition opportunity for a buyer seeking immediate operational continuity with the flexibility to expand or rebrand. The 1,200 square foot retail and production...
$49,000
Central Downtown Established Sitdown Restaurant 47 License, Patio
Santa Cruz, CA
This is your chance. If you have been dreaming of running your own restaurant this is the excellent opportunity for a very low entry cost to take over and grow an established downtown Santa Cruz...
2
$229,900
FranchiseLee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
$750,000
See More FranchisesZen’s Tea House Norwalk Cafe established 2019
Norwalk, CA
Zen’s Tea House, a well-known name in the Southern California tea industry, is offering its Norwalk location for acquisition. This thriving Cafe / Retail space is an ideal opportunity for...
5
$99,999
Cash Flow: $120,000
Bar - Type 48
Oakland, CA
Established Bar business in nice neighborhood of Oakland. Great location, Condition and opportunity....
$198,000
Softserve Ice Cream and Taiyaki-High Traffic, Loyal Customer Base,
Sacramento, CA
ESTABLISHED SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM AND TAIYAKI SHOP - NATOMAS, CA Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving soft serve ice cream and taiyaki franchise in one of Natomas's busiest plazas. This established...
2
$160,000
Jimmy Johns
Delano, CA
Established Jimmy John's franchise opportunity in Delano, CA featuring a prime retail corridor location with excellent visibility and strong daytime traffic from nearby schools and business centers....
6
$249,000
Ice Cream and Cookies A+ location
Orange County, CA
This is an easy-to-run, trend-driven concept with a strong UVP (similar to Crumbl Cookies) This is an excellent opportunity for a true turn-key operation, already built out, staffed, and running...
$250,000
Authentic Greek & Moroccan Restaurant – Strong Sales & Loyal Following
Castro Valley, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire one of the East Bay’s most beloved Mediterranean restaurants, known for its authentic Greek and Moroccan-inspired dishes, warm ambiance, and glowing local reputation. With...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $119,791
Prime Pizza Franchise Location – $75K SDE
Sutter Creek, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own a freshly remodeled pizza franchise location in California's beautiful Gold Country region. Completely renovated in early 2025 with state-of-the-art equipment and modern...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $75,041
Sandwich Shop in Prime Downtown Location
Santa Clara County, CA
This charming downtown sandwich shop, located in an affluent Valley community, enjoys great foot traffic and is within a few blocks of the local high school. In addition to sandwiches, it also serves...
$198,000
Authentic Colombian Food Truck for Sale
Riverside, CA
This profitable Colombian food truck offers a unique opportunity to own a turnkey business in Riverside County. Known for its authentic Colombian flavors, this mobile kitchen has built a loyal...
$235,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
FranchiseLe Macaron
Available in California
Bring the joy of French indulgence to your community—macarons, espresso, pastries, and more—supported by a franchise family dedicated to your success.
$100,000
See More FranchisesBuy or Sell a Restaurant Business in California
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 California and aggregated financial data to help you compare and evaluate individual restaurant businesses.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
1,825 |
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Median Asking Price |
$282,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$660,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$120,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Restaurant Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.29 |
1.91 |
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Median |
0.42 |
2.50 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.60 |
3.33 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Restaurant Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a restaurant in California?
The median asking price for restaurants in California is $282,000. 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?
The median reported discretionary earnings for restaurant businesses listed for sale in California is $120,000. Earnings can vary greatly depending on the type of restaurant, location, management efficiency, and market demand.
How are restaurants in California 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 California restaurant business listings, revenue multiples range from 0.29 to 0.60, with the median at 0.42. Earnings multiples range from 1.91 to 3.33, with the median at 2.50. This means restaurants in California are valued, on average, around 0.42 times annual revenue, and/or 2.50 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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