Businesses for Sale in California
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Type 47 Liquor License - $1.4M Gross Sales – Palo Alto Restaurant
**Photo not actual picture of restaurant** Key Highlights: -All FF&E included (kitchen equipment, hood, fixtures, etc.) -Type 1 Hood 12 ft -Any concept -Grease trap -Secure lease 10 plus 5 years option at market rate (negotiable) Gross Sales: $1.4 million Rent: $14,559.96 all inclusive (NNN) Lease: New Lease Size: 3,472 SQ FT Staff: 1 full-time, 20 part-time
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Absentee Chocolate Franchise - Profitable, Turnkey, $187K
Please find the details below for the absentee-owner chocolate factory franchise currently available for sale. This is a high-profit, well-maintained store with significant growth potential. The numbers below reflect absentee ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to invest in food industry as investor or owner operator. Financial Performance: - 2024: Gross Sales: $492,000 | Net Income: $69.00 - 2025: Gross Sales: $485,000 | Net Income: $55,000 - 2026 YTD: Gross Sales: $230,000 Lease Information: - Size: 1,733 sq ft - Remaining Term: 7 years - Monthly Rent: $3,907.00 - Monthly CAM Charge: $2,192.00 - Rent Escalation: Tied to CPI (annual breakdown detailed in the lease) Franchise Agreement & Support: - Remaining Term: 7 years - Royalty & Advertising Fees: 4-6% of gross income - Training: The franchisor will provide training on operational expectations, and the seller will provide on-site training at the location. Operations & Staffing: - Employees: 5 part-time employees and 1 manager (who splits time between two locations). - Monthly Payroll: $5,853.25 Growth Opportunities: This is a highly seasonal business with peak revenue during major holidays, including Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day. An owner-operator could substantially increase income by reducing employee overhead, gaining tighter control over food costs, and implementing targeted promotions, additional products, and ready-made gift packages for fast holiday sales. Please let me know if you would like to discuss this opportunity further or review the lease and franchise agreements.
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Profitable Absentee Chocolate Franchise - $187K
Please find the details below for the absentee-owner chocolate factory franchise currently available for sale. This is a high-profit, well-maintained store with significant growth potential. The numbers below reflect absentee ownership. This is an excellent opportunity for those who would like to invest in the food industry as an investor or owner operator. Due to the size of this location, most chocolates are pre-packaged, only certain products are made on-site. Financial Performance: - 2024: Gross Sales: $365,000 | Net Income: $62000.00 - 2025: Gross Sales: $357,000 | Net Income: $49,000 - 2026 YTD: Gross Sales: $144,000 Lease Information: - Size: 529 sq ft - Remaining Term: 7 years - Monthly Rent: $3900 - Rent Escalation: Tied to CPI (annual breakdown detailed in the lease) Franchise Agreement & Support: - Remaining Term: 7 years - Royalty & Advertising Fees: 4-6% of gross income - Training: The franchisor will provide training on operational expectations, and the seller will provide on-site training at the location. Operations & Staffing: - Employees: 5 part-time employees and 1 manager (who splits time between two locations). - Monthly Payroll: $5,500 Growth Opportunities: This is a highly seasonal business with peak revenue during major holidays, including Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, and Father's Day. An owner-operator could substantially increase income by reducing employee overhead, gaining tighter control over food costs, and implementing targeted promotions, additional products, and ready-made gift packages for fast holiday sales. Please let me know if you would like to discuss this opportunity further or review the lease and franchise agreements.
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Newly Remodeled Donut, Coffee & Ice Cream Shop - Full Commercial Kitch
Newly Remodeled Donut, Coffee & Ice Cream Shop - Full Commercial Kitchen Turnkey opportunity to acquire a newly remodeled and fully operational donut, coffee and ice cream shop in a highly visible Inland Empire retail location with convenient freeway access. The business combines three complementary revenue streams: freshly made donuts and specialty baked goods during the morning, coffee and beverages throughout the day, and premium branded ice cream for afternoon and evening customers. The location is an authorized retailer for a nationally recognized ice cream brand with a loyal, multigenerational customer following. The attractive, contemporary storefront has been recently renovated and is ready for a new owner to step in without the time and expense of designing and building a new food-service concept. The sale includes a substantial inventory of commercial-grade bakery, kitchen, refrigeration, beverage and display equipment. Unlike many donut shops, this location has a complete commercial kitchen capable of supporting an expanded menu, catering, breakfast, lunch or other complementary food offerings. This provides an owner-operator with several potential avenues for increasing sales and maximizing use of the facility throughout the day. EQUIPMENT AND ASSETS INCLUDE: High-capacity commercial donut fryer Custom glazing and preparation table Hobart 60-quart and 20-quart mixers Commercial proofing cabinet Automatic commercial coffee-brewing system Cappuccino and specialty beverage station Traulsen commercial refrigerators and freezer Multiple ice cream display and storage freezers Blodgett commercial convection oven Commercial range and burners 48-inch flat-top grill 36-inch commercial charbroiler Custom donut display cases Additional preparation, storage and service equipment LEASE INFORMATION: Current monthly rent is approximately $3,785, including real estate taxes and common-area maintenance. The lease extends through February 2033 and provides valuable long-term occupancy for the incoming owner. Annual rent increases are 2.5%, subject to confirmation during due diligence and landlord approval of the buyer. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: Expand operating hours Increase coffee and specialty beverage sales Introduce additional breakfast and lunch selections Add catering and business-delivery accounts Expand online ordering and third-party delivery Develop school, office and community partnerships Increase local digital and social-media marketing Utilize the full commercial kitchen for additional menu concepts IDEAL BUYER: This opportunity is well suited for an active owner-operator, baker, family business, experienced food-service operator or existing restaurant group seeking a turnkey Inland Empire location with a modern storefront and extensive commercial equipment. The business is being offered as an asset sale. The business name and exact location will remain confidential until a prospective buyer completes a confidentiality agreement and provides evidence of financial capability. Please do not contact the employees, landlord, neighboring businesses or visit the location to discuss the sale. All inquiries and tours must be coordinated through the listing broker. Contact us today to receive a confidentiality agreement and additional information.
ADD-ON Opportunity / Paving & Concrete Contractor / ~$5.7MM Revenue
ADD-ON Opportunity / Paving & Concrete Contractor / ~$5.7MM Revenue / ~$555K Adj. EBITDA / 60+ Year Dual-Trade Provider with Municipal & Contractor Relationships Established Paving & Concrete Contractor San Francisco Bay Area Company Overview Opportunity to acquire a long-established, family-owned paving and concrete contractor serving municipal, commercial, and residential customers throughout the San Francisco Peninsula. The company self-performs asphalt paving and concrete work using an owned fleet, cross-trained crews, and an established operating yard. Revenue is supported by recurring relationships with municipalities, utility districts, general contractors, property managers, and referral-driven residential customers. Much of the work is relationship-directed rather than sourced through open competitive bidding. Current ownership is pursuing retirement and is prepared to provide a structured transition, including customer introductions and operational knowledge transfer. Key KPIs LTM Revenue: $5.66 million LTM Adjusted EBITDA: $555,000 Adjusted EBITDA Margin: 9.8% Contracted Backlog: More than $1.5 million Management 2026 Revenue Target: Approximately $6.0 million H1 2026 Revenue Growth: 5.7% year over year Typical Project Size: $20,000 to $50,000 Approximate Bid Win Rate: 25% Municipal and Utility Relationships: 15 to 20 General Contractor Accounts: 50 to 100 Property Management Relationships: 8 to 10 Customer Revenue Mix: 42% municipal, 38% commercial, and 20% residential Service Revenue Mix: 62% asphalt, 36% concrete, and 2% sealing and striping Operating Capacity: Up to four crews Fleet: Approximately 14 trucks and two paving machines Safety Record: Zero OSHA citations in company history Investment Highlights - More than 60 years of operating history in an affluent, supply-constrained territory. - Recurring, relationship-driven revenue with limited dependence on any single project. - Asphalt and concrete capabilities under one roof, with nearly all core work self-performed. - Owned fleet and operating infrastructure capable of supporting additional growth. - Record first-half revenue performance and contracted backlog extending into the second half. - Minimal marketing investment to date, creating an opportunity for professionalized business development. - Expansion potential across existing municipal, contractor, and property-management relationships. - Attractive opportunity for a strategic operator or financial buyer seeking a regional infrastructure-services platform. Operations The company performs municipal street and utility repairs, commercial parking-lot and site work, concrete scopes, and premium residential paving. Asphalt represents the largest service category and generally offers the company’s strongest project velocity and economics. Approximately 95% of asphalt is sourced from nearby plants, helping reduce transportation time and support crew productivity. Specialty machinery is rented with operators on a project basis, limiting unnecessary fixed capital investment. Only sealing and striping are regularly subcontracted. Growth Opportunities - Add field personnel to increase utilization of the existing fleet and yard. - Expand share of wallet across established municipal and utility relationships. - Build a dedicated commercial and property-management sales function. - Introduce paid search, outbound marketing, and modern lead-generation systems. - Expand selectively into adjacent Bay Area territories. - Pursue complementary acquisitions in the fragmented regional paving market. Transaction Considerations The operating business is being offered through a confidential sale process. The corporation yard is held separately from the operating company and is expected to be available under a market-rate lease. Ownership will support an orderly transition.
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"Fixer" Restaurant with Bar Type 47
Confidential opportunity to acquire an established restaurant and bar being offered as an asset sale. This business features a fully built-out restaurant, an existing staff in place, and a valuable Type 47 full bar license included in the sale. The concept has historically offered a distinctive Spanish/Californian dining experience with a full-service bar and rotating craft beer selection, creating a strong foundation for a new owner to reposition, refresh, or relaunch the operation. The facility is currently open and operating, making this an attractive opportunity for an experienced operator seeking a turnkey location with infrastructure already in place. This is best suited for a hands-on chef, restaurateur, or operator looking for a second location or a turnaround opportunity. The business is currently losing money and needs active ownership, operational oversight, and a fresh vision to unlock its potential. With an established presence, equipped facility, staffing in place, and full liquor privileges, this opportunity offers meaningful upside for the right buyer. - Restaurant currently open and operating - Full staff in place - Type 47 full bar license included - Ideal for chef-owner or experienced operator - Strong upside through active management and repositioning
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Multi-Location Beauty Spa Business For Sale
Beauty Spa Business For Sale. Established multi-location personal care business operating in San Diego with a long history of providing waxing, brow, lash, facial, and skincare services. The company serves a large base of loyal, repeat clients through two leased locations. It benefits from an experienced team, established operating procedures, and efficient systems that support day-to-day operations. Customer acquisition is driven through referrals, strong online reviews, digital marketing, and automated booking technology, while recurring service appointments contribute to consistent client engagement and repeat business. The current owner is actively involved in managing the business, overseeing staff, operations, marketing, and overall business performance, but does not provide services to clients. This creates an opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator to assume the management role and build upon an established foundation with trained staff, proven systems, and a recognized market presence. Growth opportunities include expanding marketing efforts, introducing additional services, increasing retail product sales, enhancing client retention programs, and pursuing geographic expansion. The business is best suited for an owner-operator seeking to actively manage and grow an established operation while benefiting from its loyal customer base and experienced team.
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Profitable Custom Embroidery & Screen Printing Business
-SBA Pre-Qualified This established custom apparel and branded merchandise company offers embroidery, screen printing, promotional products, and fulfillment services to a diversified base of commercial, institutional, and government-related customers. Operating for more than two decades, the business has developed recurring revenue through repeat commercial orders, annual event clients, and long-standing organizational relationships, supported by an approximately 87% customer return rate. The operation includes a fully equipped production facility, showroom, professional software systems, and approximately $83,000 in furniture, fixtures, and equipment, along with approximately $9,500 in inventory. Revenue increased from $303,413 in 2024 to $400,205 in 2025, with Seller’s Discretionary Earnings rising to $147,000, offering a debt-free, turnkey opportunity that may be well suited for an owner-operator, strategic buyer, or complementary business seeking expansion in the branded merchandise sector.
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Wholesale Candy Distribution Business For Sale
Wholesale candy distribution business for sale. Established in Southern California since 1999, this business specializes in supplying candy, snacks, beverages, and convenience products to hotel gift shops, hospital gift shops, and other institutional retail locations. The company has built long-standing commercial customer relationships, operates with a streamlined, home-based model, and benefits from established supplier partnerships, recurring accounts, and efficient delivery routes. The business offers a lean operating platform suitable for an owner-operator or an existing distributor looking to expand its customer base and geographic reach. Opportunities exist to grow through additional commercial accounts, expanded territories, new product categories, and enhanced marketing while building on an established foundation with documented operating procedures and seller transition support.
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Established Inland Empire Party Rental Business | Semi-Absentee
This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the larger party rental businesses in the Inland Empire. The company has built a strong reputation in the market and operates with stable annual gross revenue of approximately $1.2 million. The business is run on a semi-absentee basis with established SOPs and an experienced team in place, allowing for efficient day-to-day operations with minimal owner involvement. The operation is fully staffed with front office managers, drivers, warehouse personnel, and other key employees. The company operates from an approximately 12,000 square foot warehouse facility that includes storage, office space, and a showroom. The warehouse is highly organized and supports an extensive inventory of approximately $1 million in rental assets, including linens, tables, chairs, tents, China, and other event rental equipment. Also included in the sale are 3 large, later-model box trucks. In addition, a 4th leased truck will be assumed by the buyer, providing a strong transportation and delivery infrastructure already in place. The business also features in-house commercial laundry and commercial dishwashing equipment, which support operational efficiency and strong margins. The company has maintained consistent top-line performance and generates excellent cash flow, with Seller’s Discretionary Earnings of $480,000 in 2025. This is an ideal acquisition for an individual buyer, strategic operator, or industry participant seeking a scalable platform with staff, systems, assets, vehicles, and proven profitability already in place.