Food & Beverage Businesses for Sale in California

Browse 705 food & beverage businesses currently for sale in California with an average asking price of $841K. Restaurants, cafes, and food service

Active Listings
705
Median Asking Price
$425K
Median SDE
$140K
Median Multiple
3.0x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$841K
Average SDE
$214K
Listed in Last 30 Days
349
Added This Week
46

Median figures are computed over the 404 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 705 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Food & Beverage Businesses for Sale in California

Showing 313–336 of 405

May 29

Quick Service Restaurant for Sale in Oxnard, CA

Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA
$35KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$40K
Multiple:0.9x
Why Buy

This quick service restaurant operates in a high-traffic retail corridor in the Ventura County area, benefiting from proximity to a major mall and business hub. Employees are in place, enabling a smooth ownership transition for a new operator. The low asking price relative to cash flow makes this an accessible entry point for a first-time buyer.

Manager in Place
May 29

Burger Restaurant for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$180KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$96K
Multiple:1.9x
Why Buy

This burger restaurant operates on a streamlined schedule with strong sales, a well-equipped kitchen, and a favorable lease that includes utilities and NNN charges. The limited operating hours reduce labor complexity and make this an appealing entry-level food service acquisition. A loyal customer base and simple operations make it an attractive first business for an owner-operator in the Inland Empire.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
May 29

Roadhouse Restaurant for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$1.2MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$30K
Multiple:40.0x
Why Buy

This destination roadhouse restaurant and bar occupies a nearly seven-acre mountaintop parcel in Southern California with panoramic views, a fully equipped commercial kitchen, indoor and outdoor dining, and a storied history as a traveler's waypoint along a well-trafficked scenic highway. The property includes both the operating business and underlying land, making this a hybrid real estate and hospitality acquisition with development optionality. The long-tenured owner is preparing for retirement, creating a rare opportunity for a qualified hospitality operator, investor, or developer.

Retirement SaleHigh CapEx
May 29

Pizza Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$130KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$90K
Multiple:1.4x
Why Buy

This delivery and takeout pizza operation in Southern California benefits from a proprietary dough recipe that serves as a meaningful competitive differentiator. Dough is produced off-site and delivered to the location, reducing in-store labor while maintaining product consistency. The business generates strong discretionary earnings relative to its asking price, making it an attractive entry-level food service acquisition.

Sticky CustomersHigh Seasonality
May 29

Established Profitable Ice Cream Shop for Sale in California

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$250KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$167K
Multiple:1.5x
Why Buy

This multi-concept food and dessert business in the Los Angeles metro area operates as a retail ice cream shop, an in-house ice cream production facility, and a fast-casual Mexican kitchen under one roof. The manufacturing capability creates a wholesale expansion path, while the combined concept diversifies revenue beyond typical single-format restaurant operations. Strong discretionary earnings relative to the asking price indicate healthy unit economics for an owner-operator.

High Seasonality
May 29

Chinese Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$260KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$80K
Multiple:3.3x
Why Buy

This full-service Chinese restaurant in California offers a fully equipped commercial kitchen with an oversized hood, wok stations, walk-in cooler, and ample storage within a 2,200 square foot space. The lease terms are favorable, and a beer and wine license adds incremental revenue potential. The space is also positioned for conversion to an alternative cuisine concept, broadening buyer options beyond Chinese restaurant operators.

May 29

Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$549KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$158K
Multiple:3.5x
Why Buy

This long-running breakfast and lunch restaurant in a high-traffic Monterey County community has become a local institution drawing both repeat locals and visitors. Annual revenue exceeds $1 million, supporting strong owner earnings, and the business benefits from a loyal customer base built over decades of consistent service. Below-market rent and a prime location in a heavily visited area reinforce the stability of this food service operation.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
May 29

Turnkey Affordable Boba And Tea Shop for Sale in California

CA
$80KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$38K
Multiple:2.1x
Why Buy

A boba and tea shop in San Marcos, California is available as an asset sale at $80K, offering a turnkey-condition operation in a high-traffic location with favorable below-market rent that improves unit economics relative to competitors. The business generates $38K in SDE from a simple, low-labor menu format with strong consumer appeal across age demographics. This is an accessible acquisition for a first-time food service buyer seeking a low-cost entry into the high-growth specialty beverage segment.

May 29

Mexican Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$549KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$300K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

This full-service Mexican restaurant has operated continuously in the Los Angeles metro area for over 15 years, building a loyal customer base across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service with a beer and wine license adding incremental revenue. Annual revenue exceeds $860,000 with $300,000 in cash flow, representing a strong margin profile for a 1,950 square foot restaurant. The high-traffic location near a freeway corridor supports consistent foot traffic without reliance on paid advertising.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
May 27

Sandwich Franchise Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$195KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$80K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This well-established sandwich franchise unit in California is positioned in a high-traffic regional shopping center with strong co-tenancy from grocery, pharmacy, and national retail concepts that drive consistent daily customer flow. The franchise brand has decades of presence in the quick-service restaurant industry, providing consumer recognition and operational systems for a new owner. The location's residential, office, and retail traffic mix supports demand throughout the lunch and dinner dayparts.

Sticky Customers
May 27

Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale in San Diego, CA

San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
$1.2MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$180K
Multiple:6.7x
Why Buy

This Persian and Mediterranean restaurant in the San Diego metro has built a loyal following through a commitment to house-made sauces, fresh-daily ingredients, and authentic preparation that differentiates it from mainstream competitors. The business maintains a strong combined online rating across major review platforms, reflecting consistent customer satisfaction and repeat visitation. With an asking price of $1.2 million and $180,000 in annual owner earnings, this is a well-established food and beverage acquisition for a buyer with restaurant operations experience.

Sticky Customers
May 26

Subway Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$60KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$72K
Multiple:0.8x
Why Buy

This Subway franchise location in Orange County, California has operated since 2006 from a 1,200 square foot space with a fresh five-year lease in place, generating $450,000 in annual revenue with a semi-absentee ownership model requiring a team of three employees. The business produces $72,000 in annual cash flow on a low $60,000 asking price, making it an accessible entry point into the quick-service restaurant franchise sector for an owner-operator or bolt-on acquisition. The established brand, favorable lease terms, and existing operational systems reduce the typical startup complexity associated with food and beverage businesses.

Absentee OwnerRetirement Sale
May 26

Fast Casual Sandwich Shop for Sale in Santa Cruz, CA

Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
$425KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$190K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This fast casual sandwich concept in the Central California Coast region has cultivated a loyal local following through made-to-order sandwiches featuring premium ingredients and house-made accompaniments that differentiate it from chain competitors. The business generates strong owner earnings relative to its asking price, with an SBA pre-qualification in place to ease financing for qualified buyers. Its coastal market location and distinctive menu position it well for continued growth under new ownership.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
May 26

Profitable Stable In Store Sushi Bar for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$108KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$199K
Multiple:0.5x
Why Buy

This sushi bar operates within a high-traffic supermarket in the Inland Empire region of Southern California, benefiting from a built-in daily customer flow that reduces marketing dependency. Monthly gross sales approach $46,000, with net income consistently above $16,000 before owner compensation, implying strong unit economics for a simple, structured operation. The straightforward model and low overhead make it an attractive entry point for an owner-operator seeking predictable cash flow.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersKey Person Risk
May 26

Japanese Izakaya Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$990KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$360K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This high-volume Japanese izakaya and sake bar in the greater Los Angeles metro generates over $2.5 million in annual gross sales and is operated entirely under absentee ownership through a professional management team. Net income to the owner approaches $360,000 annually without any owner labor involvement, reflecting a well-systematized operation with strong brand loyalty and dominant local market presence. The custom buildout, valued in excess of $800,000, is included in the acquisition, providing significant hard asset value relative to the purchase price.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceHigh CapEx
May 26

Seafood Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$175KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$120K
Multiple:1.5x
Why Buy

This seafood-focused fast food franchise in Orange County, California operates from a 1,200 square foot space with a fully equipped kitchen including a hood and grease trap, supporting a smooth ownership transition. Monthly sales average $60,000 with consistent customer traffic and a recognizable franchise brand providing operational support. The manageable footprint and moderate rent structure make this an accessible entry point into the quick-service restaurant segment.

May 26

Quick Service Deli Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$245KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$96K
Multiple:2.6x
Why Buy

This weekday deli operation in the greater Los Angeles metro serves an industrial and office corridor, generating approximately $40,000 in monthly sales with a well-equipped 2,000-square-foot kitchen at notably low rent. The limited operating hours and defined customer base create a stable, predictable revenue structure well suited to an owner-operator or husband-and-wife team. The hood, walk-in cooler, and grease trap infrastructure support a broad range of culinary concepts for a buyer looking to reposition the menu or expand service offerings.

High Seasonality
May 21

Pizza Franchise for Sale in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$350KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$149K
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This take-and-bake pizza franchise in the East Bay area of the San Francisco metro generates approximately $149K in annual cash flow on a $350K asking price, operating under a nationally recognized brand with proven systems and streamlined day-to-day operations. Established over a decade ago, the location benefits from strong brand awareness, repeat customer traffic, and a semi-absentee-friendly operational model. It suits an owner-operator or multi-unit restaurant group seeking a turnkey franchise with immediate profitability.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
May 21

Japanese Restaurant for Sale in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
$1000KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$393K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This full-service Japanese restaurant in Northern California's Sacramento region has built a loyal following over nearly two decades through scratch-made sushi, teriyaki, and specialty items. A recent owner-funded renovation modernized the facility and equipment, transferring significant asset value to the buyer at the current asking price. The beer and wine license, anchored shopping center location, and dine-in plus takeout revenue streams provide a diversified, durable business model.

Sticky Customers
May 21

Chinese Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
$635KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$238K
Multiple:2.7x
Why Buy

This full-service Chinese restaurant in the San Francisco Bay Area has generated nearly $1.9 million in annual revenue with strong cash flow from a high-visibility location along a major commercial corridor. The 4,400-square-foot facility seats approximately 160 guests including a private banquet room, supported by a fully equipped commercial kitchen and dedicated parking. Below-market rent relative to the revenue base and an established customer following create a compelling acquisition for a restaurant operator seeking a turnkey, income-producing location.

Sticky Customers
May 21

Subway Franchise Portfolio for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$1.1MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$360K
Multiple:3.1x
Why Buy

This five-unit quick-service restaurant portfolio in Los Angeles County operates from high-density retail corridors with multiple revenue channels including dine-in, catering, online ordering, and third-party delivery. Full staffing and experienced management infrastructure are in place, allowing for a smoother transition without requiring the buyer to build an operational team from scratch. The portfolio's geographic diversification across one of the country's most economically active counties provides resilience and brand-supported customer demand.

Manager in Place
May 20

Cookie Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$350KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$139K
Multiple:2.5x
Why Buy

This franchise cookie retail location in Los Angeles County, California operates under one of the fastest-growing dessert brands in the country, generating over $713K in annual revenue and approximately $139K in owner benefit with an experienced team and loyal customer base already in place. The sale includes over $300K of well-maintained furniture, fixtures, and equipment, significantly reducing effective acquisition cost and providing immediate hard asset value. SBA pre-qualification is in place, enabling eligible buyers to finance a substantial portion of the purchase price.

May 16

Cafe And Coffee Shop for Sale in San Diego, CA

San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
$65KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$30K
Multiple:2.2x
Why Buy

This fully equipped bakery and cafe space is located in a coastal San Diego County retail corridor with strong foot traffic and a built-in local customer base. The asset sale includes commercial espresso equipment, ovens, and bakery infrastructure, allowing a buyer to open quickly without a ground-up build-out. The prime coastal retail location and turnkey setup make it particularly well-suited for an owner-operator or E-2 visa applicant entering the specialty food and beverage market.

Low Margins
May 15

Juice Bar Franchise for Sale in San Diego, CA

San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
$279KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$70K
Multiple:4.0x
Why Buy

This established juice bar franchise in Marin County, California benefits from a health-conscious consumer base in one of the country's most affluent and wellness-oriented regional markets. The franchise model provides brand recognition, supply chain access, and operational support that lowers the barrier to entry for a first-time food and beverage buyer. Consistent demand for fresh, health-focused beverages supports recurring customer visits and predictable revenue in a high-traffic retail setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many food & beverage businesses are for sale in California?
Searcher OS currently tracks 705 businesses for sale in California, aggregated daily from broker websites and the major marketplaces. 46 of them were listed in the last 7 days. Every listing is de-identified — you see the financials and metro area first, and unlock full details free.
How much does a food & beverage business cost in California?
The median asking price of current listings is $425,000, and average seller's discretionary earnings run around $214,000. Most small businesses trade at a multiple of cash flow, so compare the asking price against earnings rather than revenue.
What multiple of earnings do food & beverage businesses in California list for?
Across the 404 food & beverage businesses currently browsable in California, the median asking price is $425K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $140K. The median asking price works out to 3.0x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
Can I buy a California food & beverage business with an SBA loan?
Usually, yes. Most businesses in this size range qualify for SBA 7(a) acquisition financing, which typically covers up to 90% of the purchase price on a 10-year term, leaving a 10–15% down payment. Lenders look for steady cash flow that covers the loan payments with room to spare (debt service coverage), so listings with documented earnings are the easiest to finance.
How do I find food & beverage businesses for sale in California before they hit the big marketplaces?
Most listings appear on individual broker websites days or weeks before they reach the national marketplaces. Searcher OS scrapes those broker sites daily and matches new California food & beverage listings against your acquisition criteria, so you can be the first call instead of one of fifty.

Buying a Food & Beverage Business in California

Buying a food & beverage business in California pairs a sector you can evaluate with a market you can drive to. Restaurants, cafes, and food service Common business types include Restaurants, Cafes, Catering, Food Trucks, Bars, Bakeries.

When you compare food & beverage listings in California, look past the asking price: verify seller's discretionary earnings against tax returns, understand how much revenue is recurring versus project-based, and gauge how dependent the business is on the current owner. Most listings in this range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing with 10–15% down, so a deal's debt service coverage matters as much as its headline price. These guides cover the fundamentals:

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