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Popular Take Out Pizza Franchise, Owner Operator Can Net $165,043!

Fresno, CA

Amazing Location! This is a long established Take Out Pizza Franchise opened in 2007. This store is currently absentee operated. Owner only does paperwork and deposits. This store is ideal for an...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $165,043

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Japanese Hot Pot - Absentee Run, Diner Only

Foothill Ranch, CA

FACTS LABOR FULL 0 LABOR PART 10 LEASE 10 + 5 YEARS SIZE SF 2,000 HOURS 5 pm + 9.30 SATURDAY 5 PM + 10 SUNDAY 5 pm + 10 BUILT OLD OWNED 0 Year ( 0 ) Owner work NO WORK For sale is an absentee-owner...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

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Fast casual Wagyu speciality restaurant sale

Long Beach, CA

A fast-casual restaurant where guests can enjoy high-quality wagyu beef at an affordable price. Opened in April 2024, they specialize in a customizable wagyu-focused menu. Guests can build their meals...

$320,000

$320,000

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Turnkey Pub and Restaurant

Fresno, CA

The Layover is a fully built-out, turnkey bar, full kitchen, and event space located in the heart of Downtown Fresno. Designed as a warm, inviting, and versatile venue, it has become a go-to spot for...

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$55,000

$55,000

Nicely Built-Out Restaurant in Carmel, California

Carmel, CA

Step into a beautifully built-out restaurant located in the scenic Carmel, California. Opened in 2022, this establishment has already earned a loyal following among both locals and tourists. Currently...

$199,000

$199,000

High-Volume Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar Near 580/680 Interchange

Alameda County, CA

This successful and well-established "Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar" is situated in an affluent, high-traffic area near the busy 580/680 interchange in Alameda County, California. Operating since...

$888,000

$888,000

Cash Flow: $317,000

SBA Pre-qualified! Sushi Restaurant in South Orange County

Orange County, CA

"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1027 Area: South Orange County Asking Price: $510,000...

$510,000

$510,000

Cash Flow: $187,810

SBA Pre-qualified! Profitable Teppanyaki restaurant in LA County

Los Angeles County, CA

"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1026 Area: Los Angeles County Asking Price: $800,000...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $303,217

Waba Grill, High Vol & Net, Next to School

Orange County, CA

- Location: Prime 1,700 sq. ft. space with heavy foot traffic - Business Hours: Monday to Saturday: 10 AM - 8:30 PM, Sunday: 11 AM - 8 PM - Employee Count: 5 part-time employees ($10,000 monthly...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Profitable Chinese Restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

This well-established sit-down Chinese restaurant has been a beloved part of the local community for more than 20 years, earning a strong reputation for consistent quality and smooth, straightforward...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $236,000

Specialty Gluten-Free Bakery in Southern California

California

A rare chance to acquire a thriving specialty bakery with both wholesale and retail revenue streams. Known for its clean-label, gluten-free, and plant-based baked goods, the business has built a loyal...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $116,752

Established Coffeehouse for sale in San Francisco Inner Richmond

San Francisco, CA

Established deli and coffeehouse for sale in San Francisco inner Richmond. Charming eatery (with vegan options) featuring coffee, bagels and sandwiches. Located near Roosevelt middle school my old...

$110,000

$110,000

Beautiful OC Cash Flow Adult Nightclub with Gorgeous Entertainers!

$1,599,999 - Orange County, CA

$1,599,999

Orange County, CA

Turn Key well-known Restaurants w/ Bar & Full liquor License 47

Alameda County, CA

High volume a very established popular Restaurant w Full Bar is located in the busiest street in down town. A beautiful dining room where you can eat in peace. Or you can choose to enjoy your meal...

$169,000

$169,000

Established Vietnamese Restaurant in high traffic shopping center

Redlands, CA

Established Vietnamese Restaurant - Prime Redlands Location This thriving Vietnamese Pho restaurant represents an exceptional opportunity in Redlands' bustling dining scene. Operating successfully...

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$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Rick Rayl, CBB, CBI

Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley

Serving Riverside County, CA

In today’s economy, there are more people looking to buy and sell businesses than ever before. When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors focus on three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association

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Round Table Pizza Franchise - Beer & Wine License - 100% Employee Run

Riverside County, CA

Great opportunity to own an attractive, absentee owned, Round Table Pizza Franchise with beer & wine(ABC-Type 41) license in a desirable area of Riverside County. Please note, that this attractive...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $147,861

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

Riverside County, 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 area of Riverside. This short hours business...

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $149,653

Modern Chinese Fast Casual Restaurant for Sale

Tustin, CA

Major Opportunity to own a modern /contemporary fast-casual Chinese restaurant located in the highly desirable Tustin/Irvine Market Place, one of Orange County’s busiest and most visible dining...

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$269,000

$269,000

Online Cookie Business - Not A Franchise - Absentee Owner Run

North Hollywood, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving online cookie brand that has carved out a premium niche in the e-commerce space. Unlike franchise businesses, this fully independent operation allows...

$475,000

$475,000

Profitable Teriyaki Shop (Established Franchise) SBA Financing

San Diego, CA

Japanese restaurant, easy to run, profitable and easy to access by residential customers or workers on their break. Franchise support is excellent, online presence is strong, top choices (1st page) on...

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$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Profitable Teriyaki Restaurant in Prime Hayward Location

Hayward, CA

A well-established, owner-operated teriyaki restaurant located in a high-traffic shopping plaza in Hayward, CA. This turnkey operation is perfect for an owner-operator looking to take over a stable...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Hot Pot Chinese Restaurant In Roseville

Roseville, CA

To receive the Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM), please fill out the "Contact Form" on this page to electronically sign an NDA. This is a well-established and fully equipped hot pot...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Michelin Guide Rated Full Service Restaurant Business For Sale

$450,000 - Alameda, CA

$450,000

Alameda, CA

Rich Krinks

Berkshire Hathaway Drysdale Properties

Doughboy's Grill & Pizza

San Diego, CA

Turnkey coastal grill just one block from the beach. Doughboy Grill is a well-established burger & grill concept located in the heart of Ocean Beach, just a short walk from the sand, surf, and heavy...

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$159,000

$159,000

“What Up Dough” – Celebrity-Connected Pizza Concept in Burbank – Turnk

Burbank, CA

What Up Dough is a fully built-out, culture-forward pizza restaurant in the heart of Burbank’s studio district, designed with a strong hip-hop theme and urban-influenced concept that sets it apart...

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$300,000

$300,000

Thriving Local Pizza Shop – $120K SDE

Rancho Cordova, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a beloved, profitable pizzeria in the vibrant city of Rancho Cordova, California! Known for its fresh, customizable pizzas and community-driven spirit, this turnkey...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $120,738

Absentee-Run Dessert Café – $100K Cash Flow

Roseville, CA

Rare chance to own a profitable, absentee-run dessert café that’s turning heads across the Greater Sacramento area! With ~$100K in annual cash flow and a lean, efficient model, this is the perfect...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $71,683

Established Franchise Sandwich Shop – $80K SDE

Camarillo, CA

Rare opportunity to own a profitable and growing franchise sandwich restaurant located in one of the busiest shopping plazas of the area! This turnkey operation is part of a world-renowned brand,...

$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $80,270

Beautiful & Up-beat Restaurant in Sherman Oaks/Up-beat Town

Sherman Oaks, CA

Nice off-street from Ventura Blvd., in upbeat Town. The first impression customers have is a pleasant surprise: good Sushi at a reasonable price, along with a wide variety of choices on the menu....

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$150,000

$150,000

5 Juice Bars + Commercial Kitchen

Benicia, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location 100% organic cold-pressed juice company with strong brand reputation and a fully built production infrastructure. This business...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Iconic Mad River Burger Bar- 40+ years of proven success!!

Mad River, CA

Iconic Mad River Burger Bar presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity with over 40 years of proven success. This highly reputable establishment has been serving mouth-watering burgers and...

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$225,000

$225,000

Prime Burbank

Burbank, CA

Exciting Business Opportunity in Prime Burbank Location! Located at 401 South Glenoaks Boulevard, this well-established Subway sandwich shop offers an incredible opportunity to own a nationally...

$100,000

$100,000

Sandwich Franchise - 100% Employee Run - Low Rent - High Net

$350,000 - San Bernardino County, CA

$350,000

San Bernardino County, CA

Mani Singh

TNW Business Brokers

Highly Profitable Bakery 4 Sale-35 Years of Success-National Reach!

Los Angeles, CA

Wholesale Bakery- Gross annual sales: $1,700,000 >Net Profit: $500,000/Year >Employees: 14 full-time >Location: Serves 14 States w/over 300 stores & online orders. Key Highlights: >Established in...

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$4,200,000

$4,200,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Restaurant for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Incredible Opportunity to Own a Popular and Rapidly Growing Franchise! This thriving wing restaurant, located in the heart of Long Beach, offers an unparalleled opportunity to step into a successful...

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$100,000

$100,000

National Burger Franchise For Sale

Concord, CA

Do you have what it takes to flip the perfect burger and satisfy the hunger of customers? Then don't miss out on this sizzling opportunity to become your own boss and run your own premium burger joint...

$149,000

$149,000

Restaurant – 3,200 SF, Low Rent, Flexible Conversion Opportunity

San Jose, CA

This established Ethiopian restaurant offers 3,200 sq. ft. of usable space in a high-traffic San Jose corridor surrounded by commercial buildings and steady daily foot traffic. The operation has been...

$130,000

$130,000

Famous Pizza & Sports bar

Orange, CA

Serving NY-style pizzas, plus pasta, calzones & sandwiches, in a casual setting and sports bar . Big screen TV's for games . Also Video games . Owners are semi absentee , General manager runs the...

$449,900

$449,900

Cash Flow: $165,000

Super high traffic-$2862 rent-ideal Mex Food location

San Diego, CA

Outstanding opportunity to get into a second generation restaurant with extremely cheap rent. Located in a super busy shopping center with many high traffic and high turn neighbors, potential new...

$119,999

$119,999

Stand alone Mexican food w patio or bring your own concept 41 lic-

Escondido, CA

Turnkey Mexican Restaurant in an Ideal Location Step into ownership of a vibrant, free-standing Mexican food destination restaurant that is ready NOW! This is an ideal location for Mexican food or...

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$149,999

$149,999

Kenny Liu

Realest Group

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Realest is a privately held and minority owned, real estate services and investment firm focused on creating and optimizing the value of real estate through the confluence of innovation, cultures, experiences, industries, and communities. Our clients and our projects not only shape culture, but form an evergreen portfolio of experience-driven residential, retail, hospitality, office, leisure and entertainment assets in emerging growth markets. Based in Los Angeles, Realest capitalizes on its proximity to the apex of entertainment, digital media, and innovative dining. With our diverse expertise and close ties to leaders in the real estate, fashion, culinary, music, and entertainment industries, Realest is uniquely positioned to develop a portfolio of experiential brands at the cross-section of multiple sectors. Together, our work has drawn over ten billion impressions and counting. As commercial real estate is upended by emerging technologies, e-commerce, a flattened competitive landscape, and the recent global pandemic, we believe the best way to predict the unknown future is to invent it, creating our own reality. Then, diligently stewarding its course. This is how we ensure our capital investors and long-term brand partners are able to secure, stabilize, and maximize their investments in our institutional-grade projects throughout specific growth markets.

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Tastea Alhambra- Reduced

Alhambra, CA

? Tastea Alhambra 349 E Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 MLS#: SR25063338 Step right into a proven beverage hotspot in the heart of Alhambra’s Main Street corridor — where foot traffic doesn’t stroll,...

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$295,000

$295,000

Convoy District restaurant location-41 lic.

San Diego, CA

Prime Opportunity: Own a Convoy Area Restaurant Turnkey Restaurant with High-End Oven Ready for Success Save on build out $ and 12 plus months of red tape just get it built out. This is your chance to...

$249,999

$249,999

Profitable Chinese / Vietnamese Restaurant w/ Full Kitchen in OC

$895,000 - Westminster, CA

$895,000

Westminster, CA

Stacey Kwong

Realest Group

Profitable-Long Established-Cheap Rent-Seller To Train-Fun Business

Santee, CA

Bakery for sale; Super long established, opened in 2004 this is an opportunity to own a fun and rewarding business that brings smiles to all their customers and good money to your bank account. Are...

$99,999

$99,999

Cash Flow: $74,000

Downtown SD Mexican food or bring your concept

San Diego, CA

Here is the downtown Mexican food location you have been looking for. Turnkey location, keep or change the name, it’s up to you! If you love the location for a different concept-bring it in! Either...

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$137,000

$137,000

Turn key Poke Restaurant

Los Angeles, CA

Here’s your chance to own a popular, turnkey business in the heart of North Hollywood! Offering an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own vision and fresh ideas to an...

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$95,988

$95,988

Ramsey Street Sports Bar & Grill

Banning, CA

Ramsey St Sports Bar & Grill is for sale, located in the heart of downtown Banning, adjacent to the courthouse, this sports bar & grill enjoys excellent visibility and high foot traffic in a central,...

$225,000

$225,000

Franchise Ice Cream in Affluent South OC *UNDER CONTRACT

Orange County, CA

Turn key opportunity to own an ice cream franchise in a busy shopping center in affluent south Orange County. Located in between a movie theater, restaurants, and next to a fountain and park, there is...

$190,000

$190,000

Cash Flow: $38,000

Truly master piece of ownership " Sushi Restaurant"

Thousand Oaks, CA

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

$120,000

$120,000

Established Chinese Restaurant For Sale In SF Financial District

San Francisco, CA

Iconic Chinese Restaurant – Prime San Francisco Financial District Rare opportunity to own a well-established Chinese restaurant with 40+ years of success in San Francisco’s Financial District....

$240,000

$240,000

New Full-Service BBQ Restaurant - Selling Out Daily! - SC2246

California

Northern California New Full-Service BBQ Restaurant - Selling Out Daily! - SC2246 Financial Information Asking Price: $299,900 Cash Flow: $180,000 Gross Revenue: $750,000 Down Payment: $249,900...

$299,900

$299,900

Cash Flow: $180,000

Established Subway in Corona California, Turnkey Operation Easy to Ope

Corona, CA

• Location: High-traffic, high-visibility; steady walk-in/local demand • Build-out: Recent Fresh Forward remodel; updated equipment; modern décor • Performance: Consistent sales and profitability;...

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$139,000

$139,000

Cash Flow: $49,000

Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley

San Diego, CA

Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...

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$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $750,000

South Placer Boba Tea profitable with potential

Placer County, CA

Opportunity to purchase a profitable Boba tea & dessert concept in South Placer County shopping center, a national tenant, and busy highway are there for you to succeed. Excellent end-cap location...

$87,500

$87,500

Cash Flow: $40,323

Buy 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

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

1,825

Median Asking Price  

$282,000

Median Reported Revenue  

$660,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$120,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Restaurant Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.29

1.91

Median

0.42

2.50

Upper Quartile

0.60

3.33

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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