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Restaurant Asset Sales in California

82 properties for sale
Full Restaurant for Sale in Culver City, CA
Featured
Full Restaurant
9 photos
Asset Sale
$21,666/mo
NNN Lease
Culver City, CA2,600 sq ft
  • Outdoor
  • Bar Area
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Equipment Included
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in West Covina, CA
Full Restaurant
18 photos
Asset Sale
$50,000
NNN LeaseNegotiable
2540 S Azusa Ave, West Covina, CA 91792, USA
  • Parking
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Walk-In Freezer
  • Turnkey
Full Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco, CA
Full Restaurant
9 photos
Asset Sale
$220,000$7,500/mo
NNN Lease
6135 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94121, USA2,880 sq ft
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Equipment Included
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in Pasadena, CA
Full Restaurant
10 photos
Asset Sale
$11,880.10/mo$16,030/mo all-in · 3,086 SF
NNN
61 Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA3,086 sq ft
  • Equipment Included
  • Grease Trap
  • Hood: Type 1
  • Beer & Wine License
Full Restaurant for Sale in Rowland Heights, CA
Full Restaurant
11 photos
Asset Sale
$220,000$14,600/mo
18441 Colima Rd, Rowland Heights, CA 91748, USA3,318 sq ft100 seats
  • Parking
  • Equipment Included
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in Torrance, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$280,000$11,000/mo$11,000/mo all-in · 1,700 SF
NNNNegotiable
Torrance, CA1,700 sq ft
  • Equipment Included
  • Beer & Wine License
Full Restaurant for Sale in Fountain Valley, CA
Full Restaurant
6 photos
Asset Sale
$110,000$6,244.95/mo$7,035/mo all-in · 1,581 SF
NNN
18912 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708, USA1,581 sq ft
  • Parking
  • Equipment Included
  • Immediate Move-In
  • Fully Furnished
Full Restaurant for Sale in Hawthorne, CA
Full Restaurant
8 photos
Asset Sale
$80,000$1,573.15/mo$2,065/mo all-in · 820 SF
NNN
14225 S Inglewood Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250, USA820 sq ft
  • Parking
  • Equipment Included
  • Immediate Move-In
  • Fully Furnished
NON HOODED for Sale in Irvine, CA
Non Hooded
2 photos
Asset Sale
$7,800/mo$7,800/mo all-in · 876 SF
8585 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618, USA876 sq ft
  • Equipment Included
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in Monrovia, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$605,000$10,300/mo$13,083/mo all-in · 4,040 SF
NNN
Monrovia, CA4,040 sq ft
  • Turnkey
  • Beer & Wine License
Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
Full Restaurant
14 photos
Asset Sale
$150,000
8516 Lincoln Blvd, Westchester, CA 90045, USA1,750 sq ft
  • Outdoor
  • Fully Furnished
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Full Restaurant for Sale in Temecula, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$125,000$4,800/mo$6,165/mo all-in · 1,200 SF
NNN
Temecula, CA1,200 sq ft
Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Asset Sale
$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
Full Restaurant for Sale in San Gabriel, CA
Full Restaurant
3 photos
Asset Sale
$120,000$6,833/mo$6,833/mo all-in · 1,400 SF
800 W Las Tunas Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776, USA1,400 sq ft
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Hood: Type 1
NON HOODED for Sale in San Francisco, CA
Non Hooded
Asset Sale
$145,000$6,750/mo$6,750/mo all-in · 1,800 SF
San Francisco, CA1,800 sq ft30 seats
Full Restaurant for Sale in Saratoga, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$295,000$6,885/mo$6,885/mo all-in · 1,672 SF
Gross
Saratoga, CA1,672 sq ft52 indoor · 20 patio
  • Outdoor
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Hood: Type 1
NON HOODED for Sale in San Mateo, CA
Non Hooded
Asset Sale
$188,000$5,350/mo$5,350/mo all-in · 900 SF
San Mateo, CA900 sq ft
Full Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$240,000$5,250/mo$5,250/mo all-in · 1,400 SF
Gross
San Francisco, CA1,400 sq ft
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Hood: Type 1
Full Restaurant for Sale in Berkeley, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$185,000$4,800/mo$4,800/mo all-in · 1,200 SF
Berkeley, CA1,200 sq ft30 seats
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Hood: Type 1
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in San Carlos, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$299,000$6,500/mo$6,500/mo all-in · 2,400 SF
San Carlos, CA2,400 sq ft
  • Bar Area
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Bar & Lounge for Sale in San Francisco, CA
Bar Lounge
Asset Sale
$288,888$12,500/mo$12,500/mo all-in · 3,000 SF
San Francisco, CA3,000 sq ft
Full Restaurant for Sale in Saratoga, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$150,000$4,000/mo$4,000/mo all-in
Saratoga, CA
  • Hood: Type 1
Full Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco, CA
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$140,000$4,233/mo$4,233/mo all-in
San Francisco, CA
  • Hood: Type 1
Multi-Use Bar & Lounge for Sale in San Diego, CA
Bar Lounge
6 photos
Asset Sale
$475,000
3131 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA4,200 sq ft
  • Outdoor
  • Bar Area
  • Grease Trap
  • 3-Comp Sink
Multi-Use Bar & Lounge for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
Bar Lounge
15 photos
Asset Sale
$4.95/SF/mo$8,416/mo all-in · 1,700 SF
NNN
1553 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA1,700 sq ft
  • Equipment Included
  • Fully Furnished
  • 3-Comp Sink
  • Beer & Wine License

Market Context

Restaurants For Sale

Through targeted outreach and digital marketing, Pepperlot positions California's restaurant listings in front of buyers looking for turnkey or second-generation restaurant spaces.

Popular Markets

Explore Other Restaurant Markets

Pepperlot promotes California restaurant listings to serious buyers through industry-specific networks, connecting operators and investors with fully equipped turnkey properties.

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 California

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 California, 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 California, confirm CA 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

Have a Restaurant for Sale in California? Here's How Pepperlot Helps

Generic business marketplaces often fail to capture the nuances of the hospitality industry. Pepperlot provides a restaurant-only environment that speaks the language of California operators.

Reach Buyers Focused on the California Market

The listing is presented to brokers actively evaluating restaurants for sale in California, including owner-operators, multi-unit restaurant groups, familiar with state and regional market conditions.

Confidential Listing Options

Many restaurant owners require discretion during a sale. Pepperlot offers confidential listing options that help protect staff, vendors, and brand reputation while still reaching serious buyers statewide.

Built for Restaurant Transactions

From listing structure to buyer inquiries, every feature is designed around restaurant deals rather than generic commercial sales, keeping conversations relevant and efficient.

Direct Marketing to Buyers

Through targeted outreach and digital marketing, Pepperlot positions restaurant listings in front of buyers looking for turnkey or second-generation restaurant spaces.

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Platform

Step-by-Step Process to List A Restaurant for Sale in California

Our platform supports a diverse array of sellers across California's major markets—including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, and San Jose.

Submit A Restaurant Information

Share key information such as location, concept, and preferred transaction type. Listings are formatted for restaurant-specific buyers.

Listing Activation

Once approved, the restaurant is published and visible to buyers exploring opportunities statewide.

Buyer Inquiries

Interested parties reach out directly through the platform. Confidential listings remain protected during early discussions.

Complete the Transaction

Buyers and sellers communicate directly to negotiate terms and complete the transaction.

About PepperLot

Built for Restaurant Acquisitions in California

PepperLot organizes restaurant acquisitions around the details buyers need in California: sale structure, equipment, permits, seating, and property context.

Submit Listing
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I list my California restaurant confidentially?

Yes. Pepperlot offers privacy controls that allow sellers to market discreetly while reaching serious buyers.

What types of buyers use Pepperlot in California?

Buyers include owner-operators, restaurant groups, and brokers seeking restaurants for sale in California.

Are small or single-location restaurants eligible?

Yes. Pepperlot supports restaurants of all sizes, including local cafés and independent concepts.

Does Pepperlot handle negotiations or closing?

No. Pepperlot facilitates introductions. All negotiations and closing activities are handled directly by buyers and sellers.

How do I attract serious buyers for my California restaurant?

Presenting clear financial information, outlining the existing build-out, and positioning the restaurant as a ready-to-operate opportunity helps attract serious buyers and generate stronger inquiry activity.