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Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

Turn-Key Restaurant For Sale

$120,000$6,833/mo$6,833/sq ft

800 W Las Tunas Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776, USA1,400 sq ft

Grease Trap
3-Comp Sink
Hood: Type 1

Non Hooded

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Asset Sale

Non Hooded for Sale in Northeast Los Angeles, Pasadena, CA – 700 SF

$198,000$8,300/sq ft

NNN LeaseLong Term

19 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA700 sq ft

Walk-In Cooler
Walk-In Freezer
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Fully Furnished
3-Comp Sink

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

TURNKEY RESTAURANT || PRIME ALHAMBRA

$5,000/mo

Gross LeaseLong Term

555 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801, USA1,250 sq ft30 patio

Parking
Bar Area
Walk-In Freezer
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In

LOW RENT || RESTAURANT IN PRIME PASADENA

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

LOW RENT || RESTAURANT IN PRIME PASADENA

$3,975/mo

Gross LeaseLong Term

26 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA1,500 sq ft

Walk-In Cooler
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In
Fully Furnished
Grease Trap

TURNKEY RESTAURANT W/ BEER & WINE Monterey Park

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

TURNKEY RESTAURANT W/ BEER & WINE Monterey Park

$6,370/mo

Gross LeaseLong Term

1112 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754, USA2,768 sq ft76 seats

Turnkey
Immediate Move-In
Fully Furnished
Grease Trap
3-Comp Sink
Hood: Type 1

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Arcadia, CA – 5,400 SF

$23,000/mo

Long Term

1088 S Baldwin Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007, USA5,400 sq ft

Parking
Walk-In Cooler
Walk-In Freezer
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In

Full Restaurant

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in San Gabriel, CA – 1,727 SF

$130,000$6,046/mo$1,157.09/mo

Long Term

San Gabriel, CA1,727 sq ft

Turnkey

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Fast Casual

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Business Sale

Turnkey Boba Franchise

$295,000$3,896/mo

Boba

Lomita, CA1,050 sq ft

Outdoor
3-Comp Sink

Profitable Restaurant chain with three locations

New

Full Restaurant

Business Sale

Profitable Restaurant chain with three locations

$1,000,000$2,760,000/yr

Los Angeles, CA

Beer & Wine License

New

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

Extremely Rare Restaurant Opportunity

$150,000

8516 Lincoln Blvd, Westchester, CA 90045, USA1,750 sq ft

Outdoor
Fully Furnished
Grease Trap
3-Comp Sink
Hood: Type 1
Beer & Wine License

New

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

Restaurant Bar Hollywood BLVD

$150,000

1708 N Las Palmas Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA2,000 sq ft75 indoor · 10 patio

Outdoor
Shared Seating
Bar Area
Walk-In Cooler
Turnkey
Equipment Included

Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Store - San Fernando Valley - Low Rent - Franchise 10% Down Payment with SBA

New

Fast Casual

Business Sale

Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Store - San Fernando Valley - Low Rent - Franchise 10% Down Payment with SBA

$495,000$2,800/mo$150,000/yr

NNN LeaseFast CasualYes

Los Angeles, CA1,200 sq ft

Walk-In Cooler
Walk-In Freezer
Equipment Included
3-Comp Sink

Daddy Diamonds Restaurant/Lounge, Arcade & Live Music Venue

Bar Lounge

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Asset Sale

Daddy Diamonds Restaurant/Lounge, Arcade & Live Music Venue

$8,415/mo$4.95/sq ft$0.62/mo

NNN Lease

1553 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA1,700 sq ft

Equipment Included
Fully Furnished
3-Comp Sink
Beer & Wine License
License: Live Music

Mediterranean Fast food restaurant for sale

Full Restaurant

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Business Sale

Mediterranean Fast food restaurant for sale

$250,000$3,880/mo$1,300/mo

NNN LeaseMediterranean1 year3%Yes

1250 W Glenoaks Blvd, Glendale, CA 91201, USA1,080 sq ft

Walk-In Cooler
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In
Fully Furnished
Grease Trap

Porridge & Puffs - Iconic Corner in HiFi (Silverlake/Echo Park Adjacent)

Full Restaurant

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Business Sale

Porridge & Puffs - Iconic Corner in HiFi (Silverlake/Echo Park Adjacent)

$115,000$3,800/mo

Gross Lease5 yearsYes

2801 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA1,500 sq ft50 seats

Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In
3-Comp Sink
Hood: Type 1

Full Restaurant

4 photos

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles CA

$375,000$11,000/mo$3,868/mo

NNN LeaseLong Term

Los Angeles, CA4,900 sq ft

Outdoor
Walk-In Cooler
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In
Fully Furnished

Full Restaurant

7 photos

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in El Segundo CA

$250,000$8,750/mo

Gross LeaseLong Term

747 N Douglas St, El Segundo, CA 90245, USA2,800 sq ft

Outdoor
Parking
Shared Seating
Bar Area
Walk-In Cooler
Walk-In Freezer

Full Restaurant

Asset Sale

2nd Generation Pizza Restaurant Asset Sale - Formerly Papa John’s

$4.47/sq ft

NNN LeaseLong Term

1026 Rosecrans Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833, USA1,481 sq ft

Walk-In Cooler
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Immediate Move-In
Grease Trap
3-Comp Sink

Full Restaurant

5 photos

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Venice, Los Angeles, CA – 1,224 SF

$295,000

NNN LeaseLong Term

523 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291, USA1,224 sq ft82 seats

Outdoor
Bar Area
Turnkey
Immediate Move-In
Fully Furnished
Grease Trap

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Market Context

Restaurants for Sale

Restaurants for sale in Pasadena span a wide range of concepts, formats, and transaction types. Old Town Pasadena has historically produced high restaurant turnover, which means buyers consistently find available asset sales, business sales, and lease assignments from operators exiting the market. Second-generation spaces with existing kitchen infrastructure are regularly available, reducing the capital required to get a new concept operational.

Restaurant lease rates in Pasadena range from approximately $28 to $55 per square foot annually for base rent, which directly affects the carrying cost and valuation of any restaurant for sale in this market. Understanding the local occupancy cost structure is essential for evaluating whether a restaurant acquisition in Pasadena can support a viable return on investment at the proposed acquisition price.

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Old Town Colorado Boulevard generates among the highest restaurant foot traffic in the San Gabriel Valley
Rose Bowl stadium events drive significant surge dining demand for nearby restaurant operators
High-income residential demographics support premium concepts with strong average check potential
Caltech and Pasadena City College create consistent student and academic dining demand
Strong brunch and weekend dining culture creating viable revenue across all dayparts

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Sale Types

Asset Sale vs Business Sale vs Property Sale

Asset Sale

A buyer acquires equipment, fixtures, furniture, and restaurant infrastructure without taking on the prior operating company.

Business Sale

A buyer acquires the operating business, brand, staff continuity, vendor relationships, and transfer documents tied to the acquisition.

Property Sale

A buyer acquires the real estate along with restaurant improvements, building systems, and site control.

Price Context

Restaurant Price Ranges in Pasadena

Asking prices vary by market, concept, profitability, equipment condition, and whether real estate is included. Buyers often compare asset sales below $250,000, business sales from $250,000 to $1,000,000, and property sales above that range.

In Pasadena, review the asking price against kitchen infrastructure, seating, alcohol license status, seller financing terms, and local permit transfer requirements.

Licenses and Permits

Alcohol License Transfer and Local Permits

Before completing a restaurant acquisition in Pasadena, confirm the state alcohol license transfer, health permits, business licenses, signage approvals, and local operating permits with the agencies that control the address.

Permit transfer rules vary by market, so buyers should verify what transfers with the business sale, what requires a new application, and what must be approved by the landlord or property owner.

For Owners & Brokers

Why Use Pepperlot to Find Restaurants for Sale in Pasadena?

Pepperlot is designed around restaurant ownership transactions in Pasadena, offering structure and transparency in a market where opportunities are often relationship-driven.

Pasadena-Focused Market Access

Review restaurant sale opportunities across Pasadena and nearby areas without switching platforms.

Controlled Information Visibility

Listings can share high-level details first, with deeper information introduced as discussions progress.

Restaurant-Centric Listing Framework

Operational elements such as kitchen configuration, seating capacity, and service flow are emphasized for every Pasadena listing.

Brokerage-Sourced Opportunities

Many listings originate from restaurant brokers and brokerages familiar with Pasadena's sales landscape.

Platform

How Selling a Restaurant in Pasadena Works on Pepperlot

Pepperlot is the only marketplace built exclusively for restaurant real estate in California. Browse restaurants for sale in Pasadena with restaurant-specific search filters including hood systems, grease traps, walk-in coolers, existing permits, and alcohol licenses. Use our location intelligence tools to analyze competition, demographics, and market potential in Pasadena before committing to an acquisition. Visit Pepperlot.com to search available restaurants for sale in Pasadena today.

Review Available Opportunities

Listings provide an overview of the restaurant in Pasadena, including business type, operational setup, and location context.

Understand the Transaction Format

Sale structures may include full business transfers, asset-only sales, or bundled arrangements depending on the listing.

Access the Active Listing

Once published, the opportunity becomes visible to users searching for a restaurant for sale in Pasadena, including brokers, owner-operators, and multi-unit groups.

Connect with Listing Representatives

Interested parties initiate contact directly through the platform, allowing for controlled communication and follow-up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a restaurant for sale in Pasadena cost?

Restaurant acquisition prices in Pasadena vary significantly by deal structure and location. Asset sales in secondary corridors may be available from $30,000 to $80,000 for equipment and lease rights. Business sales in established Old Town locations with profitable operating history typically range from $150,000 to $500,000 or more, depending on cash flow and lease terms.

What types of restaurants are for sale in Pasadena?

Pepperlot lists all transaction types in Pasadena including asset sales, full business sales, and lease assignments. Available concepts span quick service, fast casual, full service, and bar concepts across multiple cuisine categories.

How Selling a Restaurant in Pasadena Works on Pepperlot