Asset Sale
A buyer acquires equipment, fixtures, furniture, and restaurant infrastructure without taking on the prior operating company.
Restaurants for Sale in Downtown Los Angeles
75 properties for sale
FeaturedNew
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$249,000$10,183/mo$12,672/mo all-in · 3,660 SF
NNNNegotiable2 years3%Yes
416 E Las Tunas Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776, USA3,660 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Parking
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$99,000$6,225/mo$6,225/mo all-in
Los Angeles, CA
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$99,000$5,800/mo$5,800/mo all-in · 1,524 SF
Glendale, CA1,524 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$75,000$8,300/mo$8,300/mo all-in · 1,700 SF
Los Angeles, CA1,700 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$179,000$5,993/mo$5,993/mo all-in · 1,481 SF
Rev $560,729/yrCF $75,688/yr
Pizza4 yearsYes
Glendora, CA1,481 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$159,999
Rev $593,418/yrCF $53,338/yr
Pizza
Los Angeles, CA
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
3 photos
Business Sale
$150,000$14,822/mo$14,822/mo all-in · 2,345 SF
Rev $811,000/yrCF $92,000/yr
Monrovia, CA2,345 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- Walk-In Freezer
- Equipment Included
- Hood: Type 1
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$75,000$5,200/mo$5,200/mo all-in · 1,435 SF
San Gabriel, CA1,435 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$89,000$7,287/mo$7,287/mo all-in · 1,500 SF
Rev $797,192/yrCF $65,276/yr
Lomita, CA1,500 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$179,000$7,379/mo$7,379/mo all-in · 1,800 SF
Rev $669,704/yrCF $54,741/yr
PizzaYes
Torrance, CA1,800 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- Equipment Included
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
Fast Casual
10 photos
Business Sale
$49,000$3,000/mo$3,000/mo all-in · 815 SF
NNNNegotiableCafe / Bakery
5150 Huntington Dr ste #101, Los Angeles, CA 90032, USA815 sq ft
- Turnkey
Full Restaurant
9 photos
Property Sale
$50,0002,205 sq ft0.2 Acres
1260 S Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USA2,205 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.2 Acres20 indoor · 80 patio
- 2,205 sq ft
- 0.2 Acres
- Built in 1980
- Parking
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
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
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
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
9 photos
Business Sale
$165,000$4,807.5/mo
NNN LeaseUrban Skillet4 yearsYes
1675 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA1,098 sq ft
- Parking
- Equipment Included
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
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
Other
11 photos
Property Sale
$2,000,0002,282 sq ft0.17 Acres
14071 Polk St, Sylmar, CA 91342, USA2,282 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.17 Acres
- 2,282 sq ft
- 0.17 Acres
- APN: 2504-010-139
- Parking
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
Fast Casual
5 photos
Business Sale
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$1,000,000
CF $2,760,000/yr
Los Angeles, CA
- Beer & Wine License
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
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
75 properties for sale
FeaturedNew
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$249,000$10,183/mo$12,672/mo all-in · 3,660 SF
NNNNegotiable2 years3%Yes
416 E Las Tunas Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776, USA3,660 sq ft
- Outdoor
- Parking
- Bar Area
- Turnkey
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$99,000$6,225/mo$6,225/mo all-in
Los Angeles, CA
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$99,000$5,800/mo$5,800/mo all-in · 1,524 SF
Glendale, CA1,524 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$75,000$8,300/mo$8,300/mo all-in · 1,700 SF
Los Angeles, CA1,700 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$179,000$5,993/mo$5,993/mo all-in · 1,481 SF
Rev $560,729/yrCF $75,688/yr
Pizza4 yearsYes
Glendora, CA1,481 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$159,999
Rev $593,418/yrCF $53,338/yr
Pizza
Los Angeles, CA
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
3 photos
Business Sale
$150,000$14,822/mo$14,822/mo all-in · 2,345 SF
Rev $811,000/yrCF $92,000/yr
Monrovia, CA2,345 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- Walk-In Freezer
- Equipment Included
- Hood: Type 1
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$75,000$5,200/mo$5,200/mo all-in · 1,435 SF
San Gabriel, CA1,435 sq ft
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$89,000$7,287/mo$7,287/mo all-in · 1,500 SF
Rev $797,192/yrCF $65,276/yr
Lomita, CA1,500 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- Equipment Included
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$179,000$7,379/mo$7,379/mo all-in · 1,800 SF
Rev $669,704/yrCF $54,741/yr
PizzaYes
Torrance, CA1,800 sq ft
- Walk-In Cooler
- Equipment Included
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
Fast Casual
10 photos
Business Sale
$49,000$3,000/mo$3,000/mo all-in · 815 SF
NNNNegotiableCafe / Bakery
5150 Huntington Dr ste #101, Los Angeles, CA 90032, USA815 sq ft
- Turnkey
Full Restaurant
9 photos
Property Sale
$50,0002,205 sq ft0.2 Acres
1260 S Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90023, USA2,205 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.2 Acres20 indoor · 80 patio
- 2,205 sq ft
- 0.2 Acres
- Built in 1980
- Parking
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
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
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
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
9 photos
Business Sale
$165,000$4,807.5/mo
NNN LeaseUrban Skillet4 yearsYes
1675 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA1,098 sq ft
- Parking
- Equipment Included
- Grease Trap
- 3-Comp Sink
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
Other
11 photos
Property Sale
$2,000,0002,282 sq ft0.17 Acres
14071 Polk St, Sylmar, CA 91342, USA2,282 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.17 Acres
- 2,282 sq ft
- 0.17 Acres
- APN: 2504-010-139
- Parking
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
Fast Casual
5 photos
Business Sale
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$1,000,000
CF $2,760,000/yr
Los Angeles, CA
- Beer & Wine License
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
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
Market Context
Restaurants for Sale
Restaurants for sale in Downtown Los Angeles are available across multiple distinct areas including Little Tokyo, the Arts District, South Park, the Financial District, Chinatown, and the Historic Core. Each submarket has distinct demand drivers and revenue profiles that buyers must understand when evaluating acquisition opportunities.
Restaurant lease rates in Downtown Los Angeles range from approximately $30 to $70 per square foot annually. This occupancy cost context directly affects the carrying costs and return on investment for any restaurant for sale in Downtown Los Angeles. Understanding the local rent structure helps buyers evaluate whether the asking price and revenue history support a viable investment at the proposed acquisition cost.
Popular Markets
Explore Other Restaurant Markets
- Little Tokyo restaurant acquisitions benefit from a nationally recognized cultural destination with consistent domestic and international visitor traffic
- Arts District business sales offer placement in one of the most celebrated independent dining neighborhoods in Los Angeles
- South Park and Crypto.com Arena adjacency creates strong event-driven dining demand for restaurant operators in this submarket
- Grand Central Market and food hall culture elevates the entire DTLA dining ecosystem and drives foot traffic to surrounding restaurant businesses
- Motivated sellers and below-replacement-cost acquisitions available as the DTLA market continues its structural transition
Sale Types
Asset Sale vs Business Sale vs Property Sale
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 Downtown Los Angeles
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 Downtown Los Angeles, 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 Downtown Los Angeles, 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
Why Use Pepperlot to Find Restaurants for Sale in Downtown Los Angeles?
Pepperlot is designed around restaurant ownership transactions in Downtown Los Angeles, offering structure and transparency in a market where opportunities are often relationship-driven.
Downtown Los Angeles-Focused Market Access
Review restaurant sale opportunities across Downtown Los Angeles 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 Downtown Los Angeles listing.
Brokerage-Sourced Opportunities
Many listings originate from restaurant brokers and brokerages familiar with Downtown Los Angeles's sales landscape.
Platform
How Selling a Restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles Works on Pepperlot
Pepperlot is the marketplace built exclusively for restaurant real estate in California. Browse restaurants for sale in Downtown Los Angeles 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 Downtown Los Angeles locations before committing to an acquisition. Visit Pepperlot.com to search available restaurants for sale in Downtown Los Angeles today.
Review Available Opportunities
Listings provide an overview of the restaurant in Downtown Los Angeles, 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 Downtown Los Angeles, 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.
About PepperLot
Built for Restaurant Acquisitions in Downtown Los Angeles
PepperLot organizes restaurant acquisitions around the details buyers need in Downtown Los Angeles: sale structure, equipment, permits, seating, and property context.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a restaurant for sale in Downtown Los Angeles cost?
DTLA restaurant acquisitions vary significantly by submarket. Asset sales in transitional areas may be available from $20,000 to $60,000. Established business sales in the Arts District or South Park with strong operating history range from $150,000 to $600,000.
Are restaurants for sale in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles?
Yes. The Arts District is one of DTLA's most active restaurant transaction markets. Pepperlot lists available Arts District opportunities with full details on infrastructure, permits, and lease terms.