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restaurant and food business for Sale in California
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Coffee Shops & Cafes
Flower Shops
Coffee Shops & Cafes
Flower Shops
Great online business with low rent Flower Shop & Cafe
Contra Costa County, California, United States
Contra Costa County, CA, US
Franchise Flower Shop & Cafe Franchises Represented exclusive for 30 mile radius : • 3 Flower shop • Fruit Bouquets • Chocolate dipped Berries Online Flower Shop & Chocolate-Dipped Fruit / Edible Arrangements An exceptional opportunity to own few businesses in one prime location! This unique setup combines a fully operational online flower shop, edible arrangement and chocolate dip fruit box. The store sells party supply and some gift items. Creating multiple revenue streams under one roof. The business features a spacious kitchen (no hood), providing a great foundation for expanding into food service. Key Features: Online Flower Shop Established with contracts from 3 major national online flower networks Strong online presence and loyal customer base Party Supply & Edible arrangement, chocolate dips fruit box and Gift Shop Sale includes all equipment, store fixtures, vendor relationships, and customer goodwill Two employees currently working alongside the owner Lease Terms Rent: $3,585/month (includes NNN) Located in a high-traffic, desirable area with great accessibility. Why this is a Great Opportunity: • Zero direct competition in the area • Multiple income streams: online, walk-ins, café, party goods, fruit gifts • Fully set up, running, and profitable — no major investments required • Can be managed with part-time presence or full-time passion Growth Potential: Areas to grow include: Launching a pastry, salad, or light café menu Introducing local delivery or catering for events, offices, and celebrations Expanding into custom gift boxes or event decor services Boosting marketing during holidays, birthdays, and seasonal events Don't miss this versatile, turn-key business opportunity with multiple income streams and plenty of room for expansion! Call for more information Nima Sadati DRE # 01358748
$120,000Asking Price
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Asset sale and low rent market & restaurant
Sacramento County, California, United States
Sacramento County, CA, US
800 sq. ft. market & restaurant Full kitchen with Type 2 hood License for outdoor BBQ cooking Large outdoor seating area Very low rent: $2,200/month Excellent lease: 4 years remaining + 5-year option Asset sale—perfect for a Pizza restaurant. Price is negotiable. For more information, please contact: Nima Sadati (Agent)
$45,000Asking Price
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Great restaurant ,Good income and great location
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
This 2,500 sq. ft. restaurant is situated in a busy shopping center, surrounded by thriving businesses and residential neighborhoods. The space offers a bright, inviting atmosphere with a friendly design and a full kitchen featuring two hoods and a salad bar. It has a 5 full time and 2 part time employees. Seating: Inside seating for 88; outside seating for 10-15. Amenities: Two bathrooms. Lease Terms: Lease expires in 2027 with two 5-year renewal options. Rent: $8,980/month (includes NNN). Gross Income: Seller claims $612,000 annually. Additional Info: The restaurant name is not included in the purchase price. For more details, contact: Nima Sadat, Agent
$150,000Asking Price
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Great income and best location restaurant
Contra Costa County, California, United States
Contra Costa County, CA, US
This a 2200 sq ft restaurant with beautiful outside seating. It located in very prestige City of Contra Costa. The restaurant serve Mediterranean food and also catering. Rent + NNN. Total $9,000 Annual Gross income 850,000 Size of hood. 10ft Grease trap. 40 gallons Walk in cooler. Nice size walk in freezer Beer and wine license. Seating inside 49 Outside seating 25
$99,900Asking Price
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Chinese Restaurants
Chinese Restaurants
$180,000 NET INCOME — Profitable Asian Restaurant in San Mateo County
San Mateo County, California, United States
San Mateo County, CA, US
This is a popular Chinese restaurant that has been going strong for the past 25 years, and the owner is now ready to retire. Situated in the San Mateo area, the space is approximately 1,900 sq ft. The current lease in place is valid through August 2026, with a five-year option to extend. The kitchen is spacious and fully equipped with a 24-foot Type I hood and Ansul fire suppression system, two double-basket fryers, and a six-burner range with oven and stove. There are two double wok stations, along with additional burners used for noodles and other cooking needs. The kitchen also includes a walk-in refrigerator and a walk-in freezer, as well as a single-door stainless steel refrigerator. There is an underground grease trap on site. Two new exterior storage units are attached to the building. The business holds an ABC Type 41 license for beer and wine service. Street parking is available, and the restaurant is located in a very nice area near El Camino Real in a mixed-use property, surrounded by other businesses, a high school, and nearby residential neighborhoods.
$290,000Asking Price
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Subway Sandwich Franchise — Very Motivated Seller — Great Location
San Mateo County, California, United States
San Mateo County, CA, US
Well-established, turn-key franchise in a prime shopping center location. This business has built a loyal customer base and reputation over its 14 years of operation. Established Longevity: Serving the local community for over 14 years. Consistent gross income of approximately $7,000 in weekly sales, totaling roughly $350,000 annually. Operated by 1 full-time and 2 part-time employees. Prime Foot Traffic: Located in a 1,200 sq. ft. facility within a busy, high-visibility shopping center. Turn-Key Operation: Fully equipped and currently operating seven days a week from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM. Financial & Lease Overview- Asking Price: $130,000 Monthly Rent: Total monthly rent is $4,310.32 (includes base rent and CAM).
$130,000Asking Price
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American Restaurants
Coffee Shops & Cafes
American Restaurants
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Fully Built-Out Restaurant w/ Patio & Bar
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
A long-standing café and restaurant serving the Livermore Valley for over 10 years, offering a well-designed and versatile space. The restaurant features a bright 3,500 sq ft main dining area, a 600 sq ft street-facing patio with strong curb appeal, and an additional 1,000 sq ft second level used for office and storage. The lease includes two five-year options to extend. The location sits along a busy main street near residential homes and nearby schools, providing excellent visibility and steady daily traffic. The building is adjacent to a large parking area primarily used by the restaurant, making access easy for customers. The business currently operates only during breakfast and lunch hours, leaving significant growth potential for a future owner-operator. The kitchen is spacious, fully built out, and ready for high-volume service. It includes two recently serviced 14-foot Type I hoods with fire suppression systems, a Blodgett bakery-depth full-size convection oven, two Frymaster double-basket fryers, a 6-burner range, flat griddles, multiple 5-foot refrigerated prep stations, a large 15’ x 11’ walk-in refrigerator, and a 6’ x 9’ walk-in freezer. Additional features include a pass-through warming shelf, commercial ice machine, soda fountain system, three-compartment sink, and an outdoor underground grease trap. All equipment is in good working order. The restaurant also features a beautiful 18-foot bar with a draft beer system, under-bar refrigeration, and back-bar coolers. The restaurant offers seating for approximately 90 guests indoors, including bar seating, along with a pet-friendly outdoor patio seating about 30 guests. The business operates with a full Type 47 ABC liquor license, currently underutilized due to limited operating hours. Well positioned in the Livermore Valley with an established customer base, this semi-absentee operated restaurant is ideal for a hands-on owner-operator to step in, expand operations, and maximize the potential of the space and location.
$355,000Asking Price
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Delis & Sandwich Shops
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Franchise Sandwich Shop
San Mateo County, California, United States
San Mateo County, CA, US
Financials Gross Income: Approximately $7,000 weekly sales, or $350,000 annually Net: TBD Lease Information Total Size: 1,200 sq. ft. Lease: Ends January 2026 – Option: None Base Rent: $3872.32/mo – CAM: $438/mo – Total: $4310.32/mo Operations Hours of Operation: Mon–Sun: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM Employees: – Full Time: 1 – Part Time: 2 Payroll: n/a
$150,000Asking Price
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Coffee Shops & Cafes
Other Restaurants & Food
Coffee Shops & Cafes
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American Restaurant with Patio & Full-Bar $180k Asset Sale
Alameda County, California, United States
Alameda County, CA, US
A long-standing café and restaurant serving the Livermore Valley for over 10 years, offering a well-designed and versatile space. The restaurant features a bright 3,500 sq ft main dining area, a 600 sq ft street-facing patio with strong curb appeal, and an additional 1,000 sq ft second level used for office and storage. The lease includes two five-year options to extend. The location sits along a busy main street near residential homes and nearby schools, providing excellent visibility and steady daily traffic. The building is adjacent to a large parking area primarily used by the restaurant, making access easy for customers. The business currently operates only during breakfast and lunch hours, leaving significant growth potential for a future owner-operator. The kitchen is spacious, fully built out, and ready for high-volume service. It includes two recently serviced 14-foot Type I hoods with fire suppression systems, a Blodgett bakery-depth full-size convection oven, two Frymaster double-basket fryers, a 6-burner range, flat griddles, multiple 5-foot refrigerated prep stations, a large 15’ x 11’ walk-in refrigerator, and a 6’ x 9’ walk-in freezer. Additional features include a pass-through warming shelf, commercial ice machine, soda fountain system, three-compartment sink, and an outdoor underground grease trap. All equipment is in good working order. The restaurant also features a beautiful 18-foot bar with a draft beer system, under-bar refrigeration, and back-bar coolers. The restaurant offers seating for approximately 90 guests indoors, including bar seating, along with a pet-friendly outdoor patio seating about 30 guests. The business operates with a full Type 47 ABC liquor license, currently underutilized due to limited operating hours. Well positioned in the Livermore Valley with an established customer base, this semi-absentee operated restaurant is ideal for a hands-on owner-operator to step in, expand operations, and maximize the potential of the space and location. Financials Net Annual Income: n/a Gross: $700,000 Lease Information Total Size: 3,517sqft (downstairs), 600sqft (rear patio), 1,000sqft (upstairs) Lease: Ends 10/10/26 -Two (2) x Five (5) Year Options Monthly Rent: $10,800/mo including $1,500 (NNN) Operations Hours of Operation: Mon–Sun: 8:00AM – 2:30PM Employees: 6 -Full Time: 4 -Part Time: 2 Payroll: n/a Type 47 Liquor License Business available subject to existing financing.
$180,000Asking Price
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Other Restaurants & Food
Other Restaurants & Food
Profitable Mediterranean Restaurant with Strong Delivery Demand
San Francisco County, California, United States
San Francisco County, CA, US
Established neighborhood restaurant located in a busy San Francisco corridor. The business generates approximately $35,000 per month in gross sales with net income around $100,000 annually. Monthly rent is $3,500 for approximately 1,000 sq. ft., with 10 years remaining on the lease and the option for a longer lease to be obtained. The restaurant operates with a fully equipped kitchen, including a 16-foot Type I hood, allowing for a wide range of cooking concepts. The current owner does not serve alcohol despite having a type 41 license, presenting immediate upside for the new operator. Of total sales, approximately $3,000–$4,000 per week comes from online delivery platforms. The business also does not currently offer catering, even though customer requests are received regularly, leaving additional revenue streams untapped. Financial Summary Gross Sales: ~$420,000 annually Net Income: ~$100,000 Monthly Rent: $3,500 Size: ~999 Sq. Ft. Lease Term: ~10 Years Remaining; longer term available Location and name provided only upon signed NDA.
$180,000Asking Price
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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
GW
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.