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Restaurants for Sale in California

169 properties for sale
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in San Gabriel, CA
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
Full Restaurant for Sale in Clovis, CA
FeaturedNew
Full Restaurant
7 photos
Property Sale
$1,974,9954,876 sq ft0.52 Acres
836 Pollasky Ave, Clovis, CA 93612, USA4,876 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.52 Acres
  • 4,876 sq ft
  • 0.52 Acres
  • Outdoor
  • Parking
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
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
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
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
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Glendora, CA
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
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA
New
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$159,999
Rev $593,418/yrCF $53,338/yr
Pizza
Los Angeles, CA
  • Equipment Included
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Ventura, CA
New
Full Restaurant
Business Sale
$119,000
Rev $731,919/yrCF $59,800/yr
Pizza
Ventura, CA
  • Equipment Included
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Escondido, CA
New
Full Restaurant
2 photos
Business Sale
$99,000
Rev $627,328/yrCF $50,071/yr
Pizza
Escondido, CA
  • Equipment Included
Multi-Use Bar & Lounge for Sale in Camarillo, CA
New
Bar Lounge
2 photos
Business Sale
$279,000$8,886/mo$8,886/mo all-in · 3,275 SF
Rev $957,352/yrCF $137,000/yr
Burger1 yearYes
Camarillo, CA3,275 sq ft
  • Outdoor
  • Bar Area
  • Equipment Included
  • Beer & Wine License
Full Restaurant for Sale in Monrovia, CA
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
Full Restaurant for Sale in San Gabriel, CA
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
Full Restaurant for Sale in Lomita, CA
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
Full Restaurant for Sale in Torrance, CA
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 for Sale in Simi Valley, CA
New
Full Restaurant
Asset Sale
$99,000$4,504/mo$4,504/mo all-in · 1,320 SF
Simi Valley, CA1,320 sq ft
  • Walk-In Cooler
  • Equipment Included
Ghost Kitchen for Sale in Daly City, CA
New
Ghost Kitchen
Business Sale
Contact for price
25 Washington St, Daly City, CA 94014, USA
Full Restaurant for Sale in Camino, CA
Full Restaurant
16 photos
Property Sale
$2,299,0006,800 sq ft10 Acres
Modified Gross
2826 Barkley Rd, Camino, CA 95709, USA6,800 sq ft (Bldg) · 10 Acres60 indoor · 100 patio
  • 6,800 sq ft
  • 10 Acres
  • Built in 2016
  • Outdoor
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Redding, CA
Full Restaurant
18 photos
Property Sale
$895,0003,334 sq ft0.55 Acres
329 Lake Blvd, Redding, CA 96003, USA3,334 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.55 Acres91 seats
  • 3,334 sq ft
  • 0.55 Acres
  • APN: 113-320-005-000
  • Parking
Full Restaurant for Sale in Redding, CA
Full Restaurant
17 photos
Property Sale
$1,725,0008,286 sq ft1.43 Acres
1987 Hilltop Dr, Redding, CA 96002, USA8,286 sq ft (Bldg) · 1.43 Acres
  • 8,286 sq ft
  • 1.43 Acres
  • APN: 107-310-040-000
  • Grease Trap
Full Restaurant for Sale in Dinuba, CA
Full Restaurant
20 photos
Property Sale
$1,250,0004,427 sq ft0.59 Acres
1377 W El Monte Way, Dinuba, CA 93618, USA4,427 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.59 Acres
  • 4,427 sq ft
  • 0.59 Acres
  • Parking
  • Bar Area
Academy for Sale in Victorville, CA
Other
4 photos
Property Sale
Contact for price
14554 7th St, Victorville, CA 92395, USA7,359 sq ft
  • Academy
Multi-Use Full Restaurant for Sale in Escondido, CA
Full Restaurant
5 photos
Property Sale
$1,425,0003,000 sq ft0.07 Acres
113 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA3,000 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.07 Acres
  • 3,000 sq ft
  • 0.07 Acres
  • Outdoor
  • Bar Area
Full Restaurant for Sale in San Diego, CA
Full Restaurant
9 photos
Property Sale
$1,450,0002,400 sq ft
4727 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, USA2,400 sq ft (Bldg)
  • 2,400 sq ft
  • Bar Area
  • Turnkey
  • 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 Escondido, CA
Full Restaurant
17 photos
Property Sale
$1,800,0003,400 sq ft0.08 Acres
113 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA3,400 sq ft (Bldg) · 0.08 Acres
  • 3,400 sq ft
  • 0.08 Acres
  • Bar Area
  • Walk-In Cooler

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.