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Pizza Restaurants
Miscellaneous Restaurant & Bars
Pizza Restaurants
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Pizza Restaurant
Sacramento County, California, United States
Sacramento County, CA, US
Price Reduced from $550,000 to $499,000 Very High Profit Margin, Lucrative Opportunity Asking Price: $499,000 Square Footage: 1,202 SF Lease Rate: $3,096/mo Including NNN - 15 x Part Time Employees - Strategically located in a high-traffic area, ensuring steady flow of customers and high visibility - Well established franchise with over 1,100 locations - National and local marketing initiatives, leveraging the power of the brand to attract and retain loyal customers - Very high profit margin! Lucrative opportunity for owner-operator or investor Gross Annual Income (2021): $672,919 ($56,076 per month) Gross Annual Income (2022): $704,942 ($58,745 per month) Gross Annual Income (Jan-Oct 2023): $610,601 ($61,060 per month)
$499,000Asking Price
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American Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
American Restaurants
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Pizza Restaurant + Catering Business
California, United States
CA, US
$240,000 NET PROFIT This is a great opportunity for the owner operator who wants to make a very high net profit. This 1,800 sqft restaurant in the heart of Contra Costa County has two kitchens. Owner Claims the rent is $2,720/m + $600 NNN. It is open from 10 AM to 1 AM. Store does $60,000/m sale with 20,000/m profit. The place has 8 years lease +5 year option one full-time employee & 1 part-time. It’s near 3 schools with 40 settings inside and 14 outside settings.
$550,000Asking Price
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Pizza Restaurants
Other Restaurants & Food
Pizza Restaurants
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Papa John Franchise Restaurant in Los Angles
Los Angeles County, California, United States
Los Angeles County, CA, US
PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - LOS ANGELES COUNTY Established Papa John's franchise unit available for acquisition in Los Angeles County, representing a proven investment opportunity within the world's third-largest pizza delivery chain network. This operational franchise has maintained continuous service to the local market, demonstrating consistent performance and community integration. BUSINESS OVERVIEW This franchise location operates under Papa John's established business model, benefiting from the brand's #1 customer satisfaction ranking and comprehensive corporate support infrastructure. The unit maintains Papa John's signature quality standards while serving a diverse customer base including residential families, local businesses, and community organizations. OPERATIONAL FOUNDATION The business demonstrates operational stability through established customer relationships and proven service delivery systems. Management has successfully maintained brand compliance while navigating market dynamics, creating a sustainable operational framework for continued performance. FRANCHISE ADVANTAGES • Part of 6,000+ location network across 50 states and 37 international markets • Established brand recognition and market positioning • Comprehensive franchisor support and training systems • Proven business model with documented performance metrics • Access to proprietary recipes and operational technologies GROWTH POTENTIAL The location presents expansion opportunities through enhanced community engagement, operational optimization, and market penetration strategies. The established customer base provides a foundation for revenue growth and market share expansion. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Prospective buyers must satisfy Papa John's corporate requirements: • Minimum $750,000 net worth • $250,000 liquid capital • Franchisor approval process completion • Mandatory training program participation This acquisition opportunity offers qualified investors entry into an established franchise operation with proven systems, brand recognition, and growth potential within the competitive Los Angeles market.
$425,000Asking Price
$1,212,692Revenue
$140,524Cash Flow
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Absentee-Run Fried Chicken Franchise
Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino County, California, United States
Rancho Cucamonga, San Bernardino County, CA, US
Absentee-Run Fried Chicken Franchise in High-Traffic Inland Empire Food Hall Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established fried chicken franchise located in a premier, high-traffic food hall in the Inland Empire. This business is part of a recognized international brand with thousands of locations worldwide and a growing U.S. presence. The location has been operating for approximately 3 years and is fully built out, staffed, and operating under absentee ownership. A major highlight of this offering is the substantial $500,000+ buildout, giving a new owner the benefit of stepping into a beautifully developed, fully equipped location without the time, risk, and cost of starting from scratch. Opportunities to acquire a business with this level of investment already in place are rare. 2025 gross sales were approximately $500,000. Monthly rent plus utilities are approximately $11,000. The business is fully staffed, providing for a smooth transition. *** This business is not profitable as an absentee operation. *** This is an ideal opportunity for a hands-on, full-time owner-operator to improve profitability and maximize the potential of an already established operation. A new owner will benefit from strong brand recognition, an existing customer base, and excellent foot traffic from the surrounding retail and dining environment. Seller is willing to consider financing for a qualified buyer. Highlights: Established franchise with strong international brand recognition Located in a busy, high-traffic food hall Over $500,000 invested in buildout Fully built out, equipped, and staffed Absentee-run operation Approx. $500K annual gross sales Seller financing available for qualified buyer Strong upside for owner-operator
$144,888Asking Price
$499,899Revenue
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American Restaurants
Bars, Pubs & Taverns
American Restaurants
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Playa Vista Area-Restaurant & Bar w/Full Liquor-Patios-Owner Retiring
Los Angeles County, California, United States
Los Angeles County, CA, US
Turnkey Opportunity Well-established, high-energy urban coastal restaurant and bar located in a bustling, walk-able city district surrounded by restaurants, shops, and theaters. This attractive venue features multiple inviting patios, a beautiful setting, and a lively atmosphere that consistently draws a loyal customer base. The restaurant operates with a 47 full liquor license, offers 36 beers on tap, and provides seating for approximately 150 guests (80 indoors and 70 outdoors). Alcohol service is permitted until 11:00 PM on weeknights and midnight on weekends. The business is manager-run, making it an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking a streamlined operation. The upscale-casual menu highlights burgers, chicken, fish, salads, appetizers, brunch, desserts, craft beer, and signature cocktails. Multiple TVs throughout the space make it a popular destination for sports viewing and social gatherings. This turnkey operation generates over $1.1M in annual revenue and occupies approximately 2,655 square feet. The restaurant is fully equipped with high-quality fixtures and systems, including: - Walk-in beer cooler - Kegerator with 36-tap glycol system - Walk-in food cooler - Liquor cooler - Glass washing machine - 12-foot hood system - 12 TVs - Toast POS system - Security and sound systems - 4 cold prep stations - Double griddle, double fryer, grill, char-broiler, salamander - Two stoves with ovens Included in the sale are all furniture and furnishings, including indoor tables, chairs, bar stools, patio tables, chairs, umbrellas, dinnerware, glassware, flatware, and all small-wares. Inventory is available separately in addition to the purchase price. Landlord requires an experienced restaurant operator with strong financials. An exceptional opportunity to acquire a proven, fully built-out restaurant and bar in a prime urban location!
$175,000Asking Price
$1,167,550Revenue
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Absentee High-Volume AYCE Buffet | Strong Assets & Growth Upside
Los Angeles County, California, United States
Los Angeles County, CA, US
Self-Serve, Low Chef Dependency, Established Branding This established AYCE buffet restaurant in Los Angeles County presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly recognizable dining concept with strong historical performance, substantial included assets, a proven self-service operating model, light liquor license, and meaningful recovery and growth potential under new ownership. The seller has made a major price adjustment to reflect the current 2026 operating environment, reduced operating days/hours, and market conditions. Recent sales are below prior peak performance, but the restaurant remains an established operating platform with valuable infrastructure, trained staff, brand recognition, customer loyalty, and clear upside for an experienced operator. Over the years, this approximately 6,500 SF restaurant has built a loyal customer base and strong local following. It has become a destination-style dining location where families, friends, and repeat guests gather for value, variety, and experience. The concept is supported by 4,000+ combined Google and Yelp reviews, approximately 70,000+ combined social media followers, and established local market presence. A major strength is its self-serve buffet format. Compared with many chef-driven or full-service concepts, this model lowers dependency on specialty chefs, requires fewer front-of-house staff, supports standardized kitchen preparation, and relies on repeatable workflows. This structure may provide a qualified buyer with flexibility in staffing, training, menu execution, and scalability. The current owner is not involved in regular day-to-day management, demonstrating the strength of the trained team and operating systems in place. A new owner can step into a business with existing infrastructure, recognizable branding, and a model built around repeatable execution rather than constant owner oversight. The lease is approximately $12,000 per month and runs through 2031, subject to landlord approval and lease assignment. The sale includes substantial furniture, fixtures, equipment, and kitchen infrastructure, with seller-estimated fixed asset and equipment value of approximately $1M, including commercial refrigeration, buffet line and holding equipment, kitchen/prep equipment, POS systems, furniture, fixtures, improvements, and related operational assets. The business also has a light liquor license, subject to applicable regulatory approval and transfer requirements. This may provide additional revenue opportunities through permitted alcoholic beverage sales and can enhance the dining experience for group dining, celebrations, private events, and dinner service. Growth opportunities may include restoring additional operating days/hours, reintroducing select service periods if appropriate, expanding takeout, developing party tray and catering programs, increasing private event sales, improving local marketing and social media conversion, increasing permitted beverage sales, enhancing operational efficiency, and potentially replicating the concept into additional locations. For the right buyer, this is an opportunity to acquire more than a restaurant. It is an established AYCE buffet platform with customer loyalty, brand recognition, trained staff, operating systems, valuable hard assets, liquor license upside, and meaningful potential from operational recovery and future growth initiatives. Assets included: *Kitchen/prep equipment *Commercial refrigeration/cold storage, *Buffet line and holding equipment, * POS and operating systems, *Furniture, fixtures and improvements, *Brand-related assets, *Social media accounts and related digital presence, * Light liquor license subject to transfer approval, *Other operational assets used in the business. Detailed financial information, business name, address, photos, and operational details will only be released to qualified buyers after NDA, seller approval, and proof of funds or financing capability.
$2,900,000Asking Price
$3,500,000Revenue
$1,000,000Cash Flow
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Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Restaurant Norco
Norco, California, United States
Norco, CA, US
Pizza Restaurant Carry Out and Delivery ESTABLISHED PIZZA RESTAURANT - NORCO, CALIFORNIA This well-established independent pizza restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Norco's growing market. Operating continuously with a proven track record, the business has cultivated a strong local customer base and maintains consistent revenue performance. OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW The restaurant operates as an owner-managed establishment with streamlined operations and controlled overhead expenses. The business maintains no franchise obligations, providing complete operational autonomy and eliminating ongoing royalty payments. The facility features a fully equipped commercial kitchen with all necessary equipment included in the sale. MARKET POSITION Located in a high-traffic area within Norco's expanding commercial district, the restaurant benefits from strong visibility and accessibility. The establishment has developed significant brand recognition within the local market through consistent service delivery and quality food preparation. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES Substantial expansion potential exists through multiple revenue channels: - Third-party delivery platform integration (currently untapped market) - Online ordering system implementation - Catering service development - Corporate account establishment - Extended operating hours - Enhanced digital marketing initiatives - Lunch service expansion The current ownership has maintained conservative growth strategies, creating significant upside potential for an operator focused on market expansion and revenue optimization. IDEAL BUYER PROFILE This opportunity suits an experienced restaurateur or hands-on owner-operator seeking an established business with proven cash flow and clear growth pathways. The straightforward operational model and strong foundation provide an excellent platform for expansion-minded ownership.
$140,000Asking Price
$267,000Revenue
$63,000Cash Flow
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Edible Arrangements® Franchise Resale – Coastal San Diego County
San Diego County, California, United States
San Diego County, CA, US
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, established Edible® franchise in a desirable coastal community in San Diego County, CA. The store has been operating since 2017 and continues to enjoy strong brand recognition, steady customer traffic, and consistent revenue. Edible® is the global leader in fresh fruit arrangements, chocolate-dipped fruit, baked goods, and gift items — known for helping customers celebrate life’s special moments. With over 900 independently owned stores worldwide, the brand offers a proven business model and a reputation for quality and innovation. This franchise resale is a turnkey operation with trained staff, established customer relationships, and a fully equipped facility. In fact, this business represents an excellent opportunity for a first-time buyer looking for a well-established, turnkey operation with strong brand recognition. The business caters to both consumer and corporate clients with a wide range of gifting, catering, and delivery options. Key Investment Highlights *Proven Profitability: 2024 revenue of approximately $664K with Seller’s Discretionary Earnings of $109K *Turnkey Operation: Fully staffed with 4–6 employees and well-trained team in place *Franchise Support: Comprehensive onboarding, training, and ongoing operational guidance from Edible® Corporate *Multiple Revenue Streams: Retail, online orders, event catering, corporate gifts, and on-demand treats *Established Online Sales: 80%+ of orders placed through Edible’s national e-commerce platform *Desirable Market Area: High-traffic location within a vibrant community *Growth Potential: Expand through local partnerships, corporate gifting, and digital marketing Listed by Timothy Whipple (CA DRE#01351310) and Scott Coyle (CA DRE# 02081536) with Sunbelt Network Services, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of California. All listing and financial information to be verified by buyer during due diligence.
$210,000Asking Price
$664,000Revenue
$109,000Cash Flow
Italian Restaurants
Pizza Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
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Encinitas Turn-Key Italian / Pizza Restaurant - Price: $125,000
Encinitas, San Diego County, California, United States
Encinitas, San Diego County, CA, US
Currently operating as an Italian / pizza restaurant. Operates out of a 3,788 sq. ft. space in a high-traffic, affluent area of San Diego County, just minutes from the coast. Dine-in, takeout, and online delivery platforms serve a wide customer base, with consistent foot traffic from nearby beaches and shopping centers. Key Investment Highlights - Turnkey Operation: Fully staffed with established systems and vendor relationships. - Affluent Demographics: $221K+ average household income within 3 miles. - Prime Coastal Location: Central to Encinitas with significant tourist and local draw. This is an asset sale. Buyer can acquire current brand including menu and recipes or convert to a different concept. No financials to be provided. All inquiries require execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Listed by Scott Coyle (CA DRE# 02081536) and Timothy Whipple (CA DRE#01351310) with Ace Socal Real Estate and Commercial Services, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of California. All listing information to be verified by buyer during due diligence. Ad#:2365232 Business name and location published with Seller's permission. DO NOT DISTURB BUSINESS OR EMPLOYEES. ALL TOURS TO BE SCHEDULED IN ADVANCE WITH THE LISTING BROKER.
$125,000Asking Price
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American Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
American Restaurants
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Established Restaurant with Full Liquor-Real Estate and Retail Tenant
Riverside County, California, United States
Riverside County, CA, US
Long-standing, family-owned restaurant with real estate, known for its authentic, house-made cuisine and warm, traditional atmosphere. Serving the Inland Empire for over 36 years, it offers a menu of freshly prepared pastas, pizzas, seafood, and classic Italian specialties, along with homemade bread and sauces. Overall, it’s considered a local favorite for casual dining, combining generous portions, traditional recipes, and a welcoming, family-style experience. Comes complete with an ABC Type 47 for full liquor service and ABC Type 79 for catering. Featuring a fully equipped restaurant, kitchen, prep kitchen, small bar, dishwashing area and ample storage. The property located on Hwy 74 consists of two adjacent commercial buildings situated on separate parcels, offering flexibility for a variety of investment strategies and or uses. The improvements are configured to accommodate multiple tenants or a single owner-user. Features include: -Prime frontage on major throughfare with with high daily traffic counts -Strong visibility and signage opportunities -Flexible layout suitable for multiple uses -Potential for owner-user occupancy or investment income -Located in a growing commercial corridor -Proximity to national retailers, restaurants, and residential neighborhoods Property Type: Commercial Restaurant/(Retail /Office / Mixed-Use confirm) Number of Buildings: Two Parcel Count: Two contiguous parcels Lot Size: Restaurant 14,810 - Retail 10,018 [SF] Building Size: Restaurant 3,960 - Retail 768 [SF] Year Built: 1989 Zoning: Commercial, Retail, Office Parking: 24 spots This is a great opportunity to for an owner operato to continue this legacy or expand your own. Sale includes all equipment. The owner is retiring.
$1,650,000Asking Price
$571,000Revenue
$49,215Cash Flow
Market Snapshot
National transaction benchmarks for restaurant and food business businesses.
Under $500K
Median revenue$456k
Median cash flow$80k
Median sale price$130k
Multiple range1.2x - 2.5x
$500K to $2M
Median revenue$1.50m
Median cash flow$276k
Median sale price$750k
Multiple range2.1x - 3.5x
Over $2M
Median revenue$4.27m
Median cash flow$1.03m
Median sale price$3.20m
Multiple range2.7x - 4.0x
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
What to know about restaurant and food business acquisitions
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Cofounder & CEO
Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating restaurant and food business acquisitions.
Read the lease like it's the deal
Remaining term, escalations, and assignment rights can make or break a restaurant; a strong concept on a non-transferable lease is a problem you inherit.
Pressure-test prime cost — labor plus food
Margins are thin and move with wages and commodities; understand prime cost and how stable the kitchen and front-of-house staff are.
Confirm licenses and health standing transfer
Liquor licenses, health permits, and inspection history are valuable and sometimes fragile; review the record before you commit.
Test how much rides on the owner and concept
A chef-owner or personality-driven concept may not transfer; understand the recipes, systems, and whether the brand survives new ownership.
Budget for equipment and build-out condition
Kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and the dining room wear and date; tour it with someone who knows the gear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
Yes, but they're scrutinized closely because margins are thin and failures common. Verifiable cash flow, a transferable lease, and systems that run without the owner make the difference.