restaurant and food business for Sale in California
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2 Premier Desert Locations-Restaurant & Bar + Bakery Cafe -$6.7M Sales
2 Premier Locations | Palm Springs Area | $6.7M Annual Revenue Restaurant & Bar w/Full Liquor & Patio + a Bakery Cafe An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, award-winning restaurant and bakery brand with two synergistic locations in the thriving Palm Springs market. Renowned as one of the valley’s most sought-after dining destinations, the business serves an impressive 800–1,200 guests daily while maintaining a stellar reputation for outstanding cuisine and warm, attentive hospitality. The flagship location is a stunning 210-seat full-service restaurant and bar, benefiting from consistent traffic driven by both loyal local residents and seasonal visitors. The thoughtfully designed space features a spacious main dining room, an inviting bar and lounge, and an expansive covered patio—creating a vibrant yet relaxed dining atmosphere. The diverse, all-day menu drives steady revenue streams across breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, happy hour, and dessert service. The beautifully curated interior blends classic European charm with laid-back California elegance, delivering a memorable and distinctive guest experience. Their Type 47 ABC license supports robust happy hours and specialty cocktail service. Included in the sale is a thriving retail bakery café and production kitchen. This location serves as the heart of the brand’s pastry, dessert, cake, and catering operations. Open daily from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the bakery offers a retail coffee bar along with a popular breakfast and lunch menu featuring sandwiches, salads, pastries, and beverages for both dine-in and takeout customers. The bakery is equipped with a large, fully built-out commercial kitchen, including a 30-foot walk-in cooler, extensive specialty bakery equipment, and dedicated office space. Operations are supported by a talented team of eight experienced professionals, including a highly skilled French pastry chef, cake decorators, and a chocolatier—ensuring consistent, high-quality production. They also lease a 3,000 sq. ft. warehouse and office space to store catering equipment and additional inventory, supporting the brand’s growing catering aspect. With strong financial performance, outstanding online reviews, a loyal repeat clientele, and expanding revenue, this business offers significant brand equity and continued growth potential. Bakery sales are also increasing dramatically in 2026! You don't want to miss this incredible opportunity! SBA pre-approved for a well-qualified and experienced restaurant operator. Extensive equipment included for both locations.
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Warm & Inviting Italian Rest. w/Full Liquor-Patio 1.7M Sales
Superb Italian restaurant, proudly serving the community since 1996. This charming establishment features a cozy, warm, and casual dining room, a semi-enclosed patio, and a full liquor license. Ideally located in a northern Los Angeles foothill suburb, surrounded by shops and restaurants, the location enjoys strong visibility and a loyal following. A longtime favorite among established clientele, the restaurant is known for its classic Italian cuisine, including pasta, pizza, fresh fish, and family-style dinners, complemented by an excellent selection of wines and cocktails. The inviting patio—highlighted by a water fountain and lovely views—creates an ideal setting for everyday dining as well as special occasions such as anniversary celebrations, birthdays, and bridal or baby showers. This is a truly lovely restaurant with long-term staff and a solid, loyal customer base. There is clear upside potential to increase revenue by expanding hours to include lunch service and opening on Mondays. The dining room seats 49 guests, with an additional 40 seats on the patio. Pride of ownership is evident throughout both the building and the business. The property is exceptionally well-maintained and includes parking for approximately 15 cars. The kitchen and back-of-house areas are fully equipped and designed for efficient operations. Key Equipment Includes: - Rosito & Bisani espresso machine - Wood/gas pizza oven - Coffee grinder; Curtis coffee machine (on loan) - 3 POS monitors with receipt printers - 2 three-door refrigerators, additional refrigerator - Walk-in refrigerator; 2-door freezer and freezer chest - Meat slicer; 3 prep stations - Salamander; deep fryer; griddle - 6-burner stove, 6-burner stovetop with oven - Imperial oven with griddle and 2 burners - 2 microwaves; heat lamp - Pasta maker; floor mixer; Robot Coupe immersion blender - Ice maker; wine cooler - Sound system with radio and CD player Furniture, Fixtures & Smallwares: - 40 outdoor metal chairs; 50 indoor wooden chairs - 20 Formica tables; 17 wooden tables - 7 gas heaters; 2 water fountains - Wine display/holder; armoire for computer - 2 soup warmers; 3 outdoor benches - Complete inventory of dinnerware, flatware, glassware, pots, pans, and utensils A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, beautifully maintained Italian restaurant with a strong reputation, growth potential, and a turnkey operation.
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Deli For Sale East County San Diego
Deli for sale is located along a well-traveled highway with high visibility. Established in 2022, this deli and convenience-style food operation benefits from an existing customer base and consistent daily activity. The business is fully operational with trained staff in place, allowing for a smooth transition to new ownership. Specializing in craft sandwiches featuring Boar’s Head meats, the menu also includes convenience items with room to expand into hot food offerings such as grilled or fried items with the addition of appropriate equipment. There is further opportunity to increase revenue by adding more payment options. Operating daily with established systems, this is a turnkey opportunity ideal for an owner-operator or investor seeking a manageable food service business with upside potential.
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Bar and Grill With 47 Type liquor License Downtown San Diego
Bar and Grill restaurant for sale in downtown San Diego offering a unique combination of Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine in a high-traffic, walkable urban location. Established in 2018, the business has developed a loyal customer base drawn from local residents, professionals, and tourists, supported by a reputation for consistent food quality and attentive service. Operations include dine-in, takeout, delivery, and catering, providing multiple revenue channels and flexibility in service. The menu features a range of sushi, pho, and complementary dishes prepared with fresh ingredients, along with a full-service bar that enhances the dining experience and broadens customer appeal. The business benefits from strong visibility, steady foot traffic, and an experienced team in place, positioning it for a smooth ownership transition and continued operation within a competitive but active market.
Iconic San Francisco "Hybrid Luxury" Concept Ready For Expansion
Coming soon! We are representing a premier, founder-led lifestyle brand that has successfully pioneered the "Scent & Savory" retail model. Known as "one of the most photographed stores in San Francisco," this established asset combines the high margins of artisanal fragrance with the consistent, high-velocity foot traffic of a luxury bakery. Key Value Drivers: Proprietary IP: A full suite of high-end home and body formulations (candles, soaps, diffusers) with a distinct, trademarked Victorian-Modern brand identity. The "Fashion Bakery" Edge: A unique operational model where art, fashion, and gourmand creations (including the viral "Dubai Chocolate Croissant") create a 360-degree sensory experience, driving spend-per-head significantly higher than traditional retail. Prime San Francisco Flagship: Located in a historic Victorian building within one of SF’s most affluent and popular retail corridors. Turnkey Infrastructure: Fully developed supply chain, aesthetic interior design, and a team of fashion and beauty experts already in place. The brand is perfectly positioned for a "hub-and-spoke" expansion into major global markets like NYC, Paris, Tokyo, and beyond.
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Asset Sale - Second Generation Restaurant with Hood
***New Apartments Nearby - Type 1 Hood - Beer & Wine License*** Great opportunity to takeover this location in a heavy traffic area. Or perfect for a more energetic owner to revamp marketing efforts with current operations or change concept. Perfect for Poke, Hawaiian, Burger, Sandwich, Mediterranean, Mexican, Asian, etc. & Store has beer and wine liquor license. Anchor store in plaza is a premier brand. Lots of tech companies and airport nearby. Lots of high rise living exisiting and new development coming. City: Santa Clara, CA Asking Price: $200,000 Size: ~1000sf (600sf dining area - 30 occupancy) Rent + CAM: $5313.00 (all inclusive) Lease: to be renegotiated Financing: All cash purchase only; Unsecured lending available! No SBA loan or Seller Financing. Reason for selling: Retire Please request NDA for more info.
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Brand new fast food In the heart of Contra Costa $125,000
Excellent High-Traffic Restaurant Opportunity Near School This is a prime location situated near a high school, benefiting from consistent foot traffic and a strong surrounding residential community. The approximately 1,000 sq. ft. space has been fully remodeled and is ready for a new operator to step in and generate income immediately. The restaurant offers 15 indoor seats and 20 outdoor seats, located within a busy shopping strip. It is equipped with a full hood, walk-in cooler, fryer, and is currently set up for a menu featuring burgers, boba drinks, and desserts-making it ideal for a variety of fast-casual concepts. For an owner-operator, this business presents strong income potential, with the ability to generate over $100,000 annually with proper management. If you've been looking for an opportunity to own and operate your own business in a proven, highvisibility location, this is one you should not miss. For more information, please contact: Matt Sadati (DRE# 00704888) or his assistant Tamana at (510) 415-6023
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American BBQ Restautaurant with bar and R/E
American Restaurant with Bar 47 License This beloved American restaurantwith Bar 47 License, represents more than just a business opportunity – it's a testament to the American dream realized through smoke, spice, and unwavering dedication to quality. Founded with a vision to bring authentic barbecue flavors to the heart of Corona Area, this establishment has evolved from a passionate entrepreneur's dream into a cornerstone of the local dining scene. The journey began with a commitment to time-honored smoking techniques and premium ingredients, slowly building a reputation that would transform casual diners into devoted regulars. Through years of perfecting recipes and refining service, the restaurant overcame the typical challenges of the competitive food industry by focusing on what matters most – exceptional food and genuine hospitality. Today, this thriving establishment stands as proof of that original vision, generating approximately $400,000 Plus in annual profit while operating under semi-absentee ownership. The business has achieved something remarkable in the restaurant world: sustainable profitability combined with operational efficiency that allows for work-life balance. Located in a highly desirable, high-traffic area, the restaurant benefits from both consistent traffic and a loyal customer base that has grown organically through word-of-mouth recommendations. The inclusion of both business and real estate in this offering provides unprecedented stability and long-term investment value – a rare combination in today's market. This is more than an acquisition; it's an invitation to become the next chapter in a success story that has already proven its resilience and profitability. The foundation has been built, the systems are in place, and the community relationships are established. Now, this remarkable American BBQ destination awaits a new owner ready to honor its legacy while writing the next chapter of growth and community connection. For the right buyer, this represents the opportunity to step into a proven business model with strong fundamentals, excellent location advantages, and the potential for continued expansion and enhancement.
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Absentee-Run Boba Franchise – Established Brand + Loyal Customers
**Motivated Seller** The Boba franchise is starting to thrive with monthly revenue of ~25,000 per month beginning January 2025 to August 2025. Turnkey boba franchise with a loyal customer base and steady revenue in a booming location. The brand is well-recognized with a devoted following, particularly among teens and young professionals. Great opportunity to increase sales with good local marketing and dedicated owner to run the business. Lease: 10 years. Rent: 4,300 plus CAM. Size: 1,200 SQ FT. Employees: 8 part-time. Owner works 6 hours a week.
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Established Neighborhood "Dive" Bar with Outdoor Patio
Confidential sale of a long-established beer and wine neighborhood bar with strong local identity and nearly 20 years under current ownership. This business is known as a true local pool / bands / dive bar, offering a casual, welcoming atmosphere that appeals to regular patrons and neighborhood customers. The venue includes a spacious outdoor patio and a loyal base of customers who value its authenticity, entertainment, and community feel. The current owner has operated the business on an absentee basis, and the bar is currently breaking even. This creates a solid opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator to take over an established location and improve operations, energy, and financial performance. Ideal for a buyer seeking an authentic local bar with history, character, and clear upside through active ownership.