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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

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

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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

Great opportunity near UCLA with outstanding visibility and foot traffic

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

Great opportunity near UCLA with outstanding visibility and foot traffic

$32,500$5,960.5/mo$1,703/mo

NNN LeaseLong Term

11047 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA1,703 sq ft

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

Full Restaurant

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Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Downtown, Santa Monica, CA – 1,100 SF

$8,500/mo$700/mo

Long Term

Santa Monica, CA1,100 sq ft

Outdoor
Turnkey
Equipment Included
Fully Furnished
Grease Trap
Hood: Type 1

Full Restaurant

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles CA

$240,000

NNN LeaseLong Term

Los Angeles, CA1,700 sq ft

Outdoor
Bar Area
Turnkey
Liquor License

Full Restaurant

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Palms, Los Angeles, CA – 550 SF

$250,000

Long Term

Los Angeles, CA550 sq ft14 indoor · 4 patio

Outdoor
Bar Area
Turnkey

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New

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

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

New

Full Restaurant

3 photos

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

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

New

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

Bar Lounge

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Asset Sale

Restaurant/Bar and Arcades

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

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

Bar Area
Grease Trap
Beer & Wine License

Mediterranean Fast food restaurant for sale

Full Restaurant

3 photos

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

Full Restaurant

3 photos

Asset Sale

Full Restaurant for Sale in Westchester, Los Angeles, CA – 100 SF

$100$100/sq ft

1 World Wy, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA100 sq ft

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

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

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

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Market Context

Restaurants for Sale

Restaurants for sale in Santa Monica span the Third Street Promenade, Main Street, Montana Avenue, Ocean Avenue, and the blocks surrounding Santa Monica Place. The market regularly produces motivated sellers and quality acquisition opportunities across asset sales, business sales, and lease assignments.

Restaurant lease rates in Santa Monica range from approximately $55 to $110 per square foot annually. This occupancy cost context directly affects the carrying costs and return on investment for any restaurant for sale in Santa Monica. Understanding the local rent structure helps buyers evaluate whether the asking price and revenue history support a viable investment at the proposed acquisition cost.

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Nearby Markets

Third Street Promenade restaurant acquisitions benefit from some of the highest tourist foot traffic of any outdoor shopping corridor in Southern California
Main Street business sales offer neighborhood dining concepts with a strong mix of local and visitor revenue
Montana Avenue restaurant acquisitions serve one of the wealthiest residential demographics on the Los Angeles Westside
Year-round outdoor dining revenue from the coastal climate significantly lifts annual revenue for acquired restaurant concepts
Below-replacement-cost acquisitions are available for well-prepared buyers as motivated sellers exit the post-pandemic Santa Monica market

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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 Santa Monica

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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica?

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

Santa Monica-Focused Market Access

Review restaurant sale opportunities across Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica listing.

Brokerage-Sourced Opportunities

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

Platform

How Selling a Restaurant in Santa Monica Works on Pepperlot

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

Review Available Opportunities

Listings provide an overview of the restaurant in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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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PepperLot organizes restaurant acquisitions around the details buyers need in Santa Monica: sale structure, equipment, permits, seating, and property context.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a restaurant for sale in Santa Monica cost?

Santa Monica restaurant acquisitions range from $60,000 to $150,000 for asset sales to $400,000 to $1,200,000 or more for established business sales in prime Third Street Promenade or Main Street locations with strong annual revenue and long remaining lease terms.

Are beachfront restaurants for sale in Santa Monica?

Yes. Pepperlot regularly lists restaurant for sale opportunities near the Santa Monica Pier, Ocean Avenue, and the beachfront. Use the Pepperlot search and location intelligence tools to evaluate available acquisitions with the infrastructure and financial details needed.

How Selling a Restaurant in Santa Monica Works on Pepperlot