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Posting: 281143 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a well-established Japanese sushi restaurant that's been in the community for a long time. The community is still growing year by year with new house track construction for the middle class. Currently, the restaurant is open 6 days/wk with an a la carte menu. It has a beer/wine license.
Asking Price
$195,000
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$250,000
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$977,100
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Posting: 281674 | Available | 5/16/24
A high-end luxury Thai restaurant in Camarillo, Ventura county is for sale with 17-year history. The average yearly sales are $977,000. Almost $1M. The net income is $250,000 (based in the 2023 sales). The store size is 2,200 sq ft. plus a 1,000 sq ft. patio. An SBA loan is possible.
Asking Price
$298,000
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$160,000
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$408,000
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Posting: 282466 | Available | 5/16/24
This is a 5-day open, high-income Italian restaurant in Huntington Beach for sale. It is closed Sunday and Monday and does dinner only (5 days, 5pm-8:30 pm). The store size is 1,200 sq ft. For 13 years it has had the same owner. It has spacious parkings.Walk-in cooler & pizza oven. Upgraded recently
Asking Price
$180,000
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$972,000
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Posting: 285565 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a well-established and famous Korean bibimbap place at Culver City shopping mall where it is busy all the time. Its monthly sale is about $81,000+. Its rent is $22,000 includes NNN, electricity, and storage. It is easy to operate and manage as it is absentee-owned.
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$250,000
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Posting: 286128 | Available | 5/16/24
A restaurant is for sale in the industrial and residential area, currently operating as an Indian restaurant. The size of the restaurant is 900 sq ft, and the rent is $3800, including CAM. There is a Type 1 in the kitchen, and it is 10 feet long. The lease term is 2 years, renewable every 2 years.
Asking Price
$150,000
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Posting: 283144 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a well-established sushi restaurant in the community that has 4.6 stars on Yelp! Currently, the restaurant is open 5.5 days a week with an A La Carte Menu. It is a good size of 1,800 sq ft. with a great rent of $1,800 including NNN and plenty of parking spaces.
Asking Price
$180,000
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Posting: 286105 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a Chinese restaurant in a busy shopping center near the Premier outlet. It is in newer condition with clean and high ceilings. The size of the restaurant is 1,400 sq ft. and rent is $8,900 including CAM and water & garbage. There's a 16-foot hood in the kitchen.
Asking Price
$400,000
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Posting: 285979 | Available | 5/16/24
For an asset sale located in South Los Angeles is a fish and chips restaurant in a free-standing building that is 390 sq ft. for a rent of $2,500. There is a hood & walk-in cooler.
Asking Price
$45,000
Cash flow
$72,000
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$610,000
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Posting: 285174 | Available | 5/16/24
A cafe, breakfast, and brunch establishment offering waffles, along with a beer and wine license, located in Monrovia downtown for sale.Operating six days a week, with Mondays closed, the business operates for a duration of six hours daily from 8 AM to 2 PM.
Asking Price
$268,000
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Posting: 285084 | Available | 5/15/24
This absentee run, Japanese restaurant is now for sale. The restaurant has operated for 20(+) years by one owner and is beloved by the community. There is extensive goodwill that would transfer with this sale to a new owner. This Japanese sushi restaurant is located in a shopping center.
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Posting: 270994 | Available | 5/15/24
For sale is a great location in the Laguna Niguel area with mostly 75% takeout and delivery. The sales around 500K year. There are 25 seats with no marketing. It is well-equipped, clean, and has nice decor as it was recently remodeled. The size is over 1,000 sq ft. with very low rent at $3,260.
Asking Price
$189,000
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Posting: 286578 | Available | 5/15/24
This is an American restaurant and sports bar for sale in Redwood City. They are one of The Peninsula's best restaurants and feature Redwood City's best burger and best ribs. The bar features only local craft beers. They have 16 beer taps and rotate them frequently.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 286577 | Available | 5/15/24
Established in 2021, The Salty Seal has swiftly become the go-to spot for locals and tourist alike, offering a unique fusion of sports, entertainment, delicious food, and craft brews. It is surrounded by a hub of shops, attractions, hotels, and residences.
Asking Price
$795,000
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$179,000
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$1,300,000
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Posting: 286576 | Available | 5/15/24
Here is a beautifully designed bar and restaurant in a nice location in downtown Salinas, California. The owners have created a brilliant foundation for an experienced restaurant/bar operator. A strong well-established catering business is included, operated out of the restaurant's kitchen.
Asking Price
$349,000
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Posting: 285461 | Available | 5/14/24
This one-of-a-kind establishment, located on a main boulevard, is one of Conejo Valley's most popular gathering spots. Spacious 4,000 square feet and quickly growing revenue. The menu offers only the freshest ingredients for their popular burritos, tacos, salads, tostadas, nachos, and more.
Asking Price
$175,000
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Posting: 282097 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is a well-established and famous Korean restaurant in the busy Korean community of Buena Park/Fullerton. The current monthly sale is over $58,000. It is an all-day busy location.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 285934 | Available | 5/14/24
This is a restaurant that was remodeled and opened, so everything is new. The kitchen is equipped with all kitchen facilities, including a walking cooler, freezer, and hood. You can run this restaurant (Korean restaurant) as is, or you can change it to another restaurant and run it.
Asking Price
$120,000
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$480,000
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$1,700,000
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Posting: 286569 | Available | 5/14/24
The sushi restaurant near the main strip is well established. It boasts sales of over $150,000 per month. It has been under the current owner's management for almost 20 years, and the owner now wishes to retire.
Asking Price
$970,000
Cash flow
$180,000
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$895,392
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Posting: 284916 | Available | 5/14/24
Situated in a high-traffic plaza, this restaurant holds significant potential, surrounded by renowned eateries and tea cafes that attract a diverse crowd. Originally focused on K-food, the menu has evolved to include new rolls and ramen, expanding our customer base.
Asking Price
$445,000
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Posting: 286564 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is a popular and delicious wings & beer restaurant with an ABC license included. It is easy to run as it is absentee. This is a great franchise opportunity with additional territories also available. It is only a 7% royalty.
Asking Price
$399,000
Cash flow
$36,000
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$480,000
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Posting: 286562 | Available | 5/14/24
This presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly established and well-organized pho restaurant situated in a prime location, all at an incredibly favorable price. It is a hole in the wall but also convertible as well.
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$20,000
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$3,000,000
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Posting: 275102 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is a very popular sushi & teppan grill restaurant with a full cocktail license. They have loud music, are trendy, and are well-established in the heart of South Orange County. Since 2005, this restaurant with a nightclub vibe has been rocking customers and pouring drinks.
Asking Price
$1,450,000
Cash flow
$300,000
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$1,170,452
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Posting: 285996 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is a high net profit, absentee-run Thai restaurant near Hollywood, Los Feliz. The annual sales are approximately more than $1.4M. Dinner only with a BW license. The store size: 1,700 sq. ft. It has an excellent reputation for live music. SBA loans are possible for qualified buyers.
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$865,000
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Posting: 260547 | Available | 5/14/24
Price Lowered! This is a neat Japanese restaurant for sale located in the shopping center around the newer building area. (This shopping center has different types of food and looks like a food alley). The size is 2,200 sq. ft and rent is $10,000, including water and garbage.
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$379,999
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Posting: 280262 | Available | 5/14/24
Price lowered! This is a Mexican restaurant with good rent for sale. The rent is fixed for every 10 years. The monthly gross is $55,000. The owner works 5 days and has 4 employees. The rent is $3,600 and the size of the restaurant is 1,800 sq. ft. There's a fully equipped kitchen w/a 10 feet hood.
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$149,999
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Posting: 284695 | Available | 5/14/24
This is an Asian restaurant. This restaurant is in the shopping center near Highway 4. Walmart is the anchor tenant. The size of the restaurant is 1,440 sq ft. and rent is $4,000 including CAM water and garbage. There's a 9 foot long hood (type 1). Bring your menu.
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$99,999
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Posting: 282743 | Available | 5/14/24
This is a freestanding building of a Korean restaurant for sale. Rent is $5,800 (no CAM = just rent). There's a 2-year + 5-option lease remaining. The size of the restaurant is 2,800 sq. ft. There's a 10.5-foot type 1 hood in the kitchen. There are 20 parking spots in the parking lot.
Asking Price
$329,999
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Posting: 285884 | Available | 5/14/24
For sale is a Japanese sushi roll and teriyaki restaurant in city of Orange. It is located near mixed houses and commercial buildings. The store size is 1,050 sf. Rent is $3,420 with CAM charges. The reason for selling is that the seller to move other states soon. Open 6 days a week. WALK IN COLLER
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$62,900
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/15/24
This is an exceptional restaurant & banquet facility for sale! This is a full-service banquet facility with ABC Type 47 liquor license & ABC Type 58 for catering. They have a seating capacity of over 360. There is vast parking space for guests and it is easily accessible from major freeways.
Asking Price
$4,500,000
Cash flow
$82,216
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$731,213
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Posting: 283846 | Available | 5/18/24
This charming breakfast and lunch restaurant caters to your taste buds for breakfast and lunch. In business for 25 years and nestled in the heart of a rustic marina, this restaurant is a cozy and inviting space that exudes a warm, rustic ambiance. Our menu features a delectable array of dishes.
Asking Price
$150,000
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$219,950
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$219,950
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Posting: 283295 | Available | 5/19/24
This Silverlake restaurant and bar with liquor, onsite parking, and excellent street visibility boasts what may arguably be the most coveted outdoor patio in the area. The venue has 3 dining areas that open into an adjacent bar and outdoor patio. The corner property is included!
Asking Price
$2,900,000
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Posting: 286054 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant that is located inside a major shopping center with a supermarket anchor. No other Mexican restaurants in the complex & cannot open a new Mexican restaurant according to our lease agreement. There is plenty of parking. It has a beer & wine license.
Asking Price
$439,900
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Posting: 285309 | Available | 5/15/24
Situated at a prime corner spot on a bustling main block in Los Angeles, this establishment resonates with rich global influences, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. Boasting adaptable space accommodating up to 140 guests, the venue features timeless design elements.
Asking Price
$825,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/16/24
Experience the epitome of elegance and refinement at our renowned establishment, where breathtaking views, exquisite dining, and a romantic ambiance converge to create an unparalleled dining experience. It is recognized as the Inland Empire's premier destination for romance and ambiance.
Asking Price
$2,500,000
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Posting: 285786 | Available | 5/17/24
This established pizza business is known for its premium pizzas and commitment to quality. While the current owner prioritizes quality over quantity, there's ample room for a new owner to convert to their own vision. It is a prime location in a shopping center with high visibility.
Asking Price
$245,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/16/24
Historic restaurant and bar, East of Alpine. This stand-alone 4,500 sq. ft building with a patio and full kitchen equipped with an A1 hood. Keep it as is or explore new concepts. ABC type 47 license available separately. Unlimited potential for menu expansion, live entertainment, and marketing.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 285840 | Available | 4/27/24
This is a globally inspired, locally sourced restaurant serving hand-crafted food in a well-appointed dining area and bar. This popular restaurant is ideally located at minute's drive from Hwy-101, 1, and world-famous Pismo Beach.
Asking Price
$649,000
Cash flow
$96,000
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$550,000
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Posting: 283945 | Available | 11/20/23
For sale is a ramen, teriyaki, and roll restaurant. They have upgraded equipment and furniture. It is in a cute and good location of Lakewood, Los Angeles County, CA. It si 1,300 sq ft. It is mainly employee-run.
Asking Price
$188,000
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$1,227,000
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Posting: 284230 | Available | 4/30/24
This is a modern pizzeria with a world-class Marra Forni rotating brick pizza oven for sale. Own a newly built and fantastically designed pizzeria in a busy East Bay community. It is located in a vibrant shopping complex that is home to over 20 food concepts and retail.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$110,000
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$1,200,000
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Posting: 283304 | Available | 10/11/23
This is a fantastic opportunity to own a long-time, San Francisco staple! This super pizza and Italian restaurant with one-of-a-kind delicious pizza! The owner is a semi-absentee (2 shifts), the business is debt-free, and all equipment is owned outright with no leased items.
Asking Price
$195,000
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Posting: 283595 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a bar and grill with a 47 license. It is a casual, friendly spot with outdoor and indoor seating. Semi-absentee-run and established 30 years ago. There are 3 full-time employees and 8 part-time. The owner does not work at the bar and grill. It is located in a downtown main street.
Asking Price
$660,000
Cash flow
$224,000
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$2,381,768
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Posting: 282902 | Available | 5/12/24
This place makes you feel you are somewhere other than Southern California. If you like small-town atmosphere and outdoor charming patio with phenomenal, scrumptious, incredible and amazingly delicious food, this is the place. This place really makes you feel at home and definitely a hidden gem.
Asking Price
$2,350,000
Cash flow
$160,000
Revenue
$408,000
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Posting: 282466 | Available | 5/16/24
This is a 5-day open, high-income Italian restaurant in Huntington Beach for sale. It is closed Sunday and Monday and does dinner only (5 days, 5pm-8:30 pm). The store size is 1,200 sq ft. For 13 years it has had the same owner. It has spacious parkings.Walk-in cooler & pizza oven. Upgraded recently
Asking Price
$180,000
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Posting: 275463 | Available | 8/3/22
Well established Korean restaurant located in very busy shopping center with Market anchored in Irvine, CA. Semi absentee run operation now and has so much potential if new owner comes in marketing & promotion. Avg. monthly sale $180,000 with monthly net profit approx. $40,000.
Asking Price
$1,100,000
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Posting: 283770 | Available | 11/8/23
For sale is a restaurant that is on a great location on a major road. It is in an affluent area of Long Beach at Belmont shore. It is within walking distance to the beach. It comes with a beer and wine license for this asset sale. The purchase price includes a nice patio and updated modern decor.
Asking Price
$245,000
Cash flow
$171,000
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$1,331,000
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Posting: 279959 | Available | 5/7/24
This Denny's franchise is absentee-run and has an attractive rent. It currently has limited hours, from 6:30 am to 10 pm. Denny's Inc. has over 1,600 quality full-service Denny's restaurants across the United States. You need a 1 million dollars net worth with at least $500K liquid.
Asking Price
$550,000
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$250,000
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Posting: 258875 | Available | 4/29/24
For sale is an American restaurant with long-time loyal customers for sale with the property available. The restaurant is 4,000 sq. ft and business hours are from 7 am to 9 pm. The owner is not working, and the net profit is about $250,000 a year. The 3-unit residential areas can bring extra income.
Asking Price
$2,899,999
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Posting: 286497 | Available | 5/9/24
For an asset sale is a teriyaki and roll restaurant available at a great location in Montebello, Los Angeles County, California. Call for more information!
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$35,000
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Posting: 283869 | Available | 5/2/24
This restaurant features a type-47 ABC license (valued at $385,000), is located on a main thoroughfare, and has been in business for more than 30 years. Famous for its unique menu, the restaurant has repeatedly won awards over the years, has been featured in multiple publications. A real steal!
Asking Price
$425,000
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$180,000
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$1,320,000
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Posting: 263020 | Available | 10/19/20
Well established for 11 years and most famous japanese restaurant in the City of Montclair in San Bernardino County. Its running by Employee only. Buyer will be train for ownership how to handle the business. Volume increase every year.Pandemic is not impacted to the business and still running well.
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$530,000
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Posting: 284988 | Available | 3/21/24
Discover a unique and lucrative opportunity with this listing, featuring not one, but two businesses under one roof. Step into the charm of an established breakfast and brunch restaurant, nestled in the heart of a historic downtown in South Bay/Silicon Valley.
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$295,000
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Posting: 286502 | Available | 5/9/24
For sale is a great and well-established sushi restaurant in the affluent Hacienda Heights area. It has a spacious 2,400 sqft with great rent of $4,500 including NNN. It has a full kitchen with a long hood, walk-in cooler, and grease trap. There is a beer/wine license.
Asking Price
$125,000
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$240,000
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$2,400,000
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Posting: 285095 | Available | 5/7/24
Located in San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles is this long-established restaurant under current ownership for decades. This Mexican restaurant with its full bar and large patio offers its patrons authentic traditional cuisine and a great hospitality experience in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Asking Price
$699,999
Cash flow
$55,981
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$770,546
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Posting: 276877 | Available | 3/14/23
For sale is a Frame Broiler Franchise, established since 2008. It is managed by a part-time manager. There is room to improve the business with an owner-operator. It is next to a supermarket and is absentee-run. The seller is selling to look for other opportunities. It has clean books.
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$285,000
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Posting: 281491 | Available | 10/4/23
This is a beautiful Italian-style cafe and gelateria that features craft beers and wines on tap. The daily fare includes panini, soups, delectable salads, espresso, and an array of gelato. Guests dine in the open and casually elegant dining room, airy patio, or private nooks.
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$199,000
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Posting: 286349 | Available | 4/30/24
Nick's Bistro is in a great location inside the Date Palm Country Club on the border of Cathedral City & Rancho Mirage. Nick's Bistro serves classic American & Italian cuisine in an upbeat atmosphere with wonderful views. The restaurant has a spacious dining area, cocktail lounge, patio, and more.
Asking Price
$125,000
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The unfortunate truth is that approximately 50% of all small business sales transactions fall through. While failed transactions can happen for a variety of reasons, Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen Founder & Lead Advisor) discusses the most common reason deals fall through; unrealistic asking prices.
The use of add backs & sellers discretionary cash is common among sellers of businesses when showing their financial information & explaining that the buyer will actually enjoy more profit than is shown. But buyers are cautioned to review documents closely. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen explains.
Owners should keep the fact that they want to sell their small business confidential. Before releasing information to prospective buyers, buyers should commit to confidentiality in writing & should understand why it is important. Peter Siegel, MBA a ProBuy and ProSell Advisor with BizBen explains.
First the dreaded statistic: 80% of all business buyers looking to buy a small business never end up doing so! Peter Siegel, MBA BizBen.com Founder & ProBuy Director) covers successful tactics & strategies all business buyers of small to mid-sized businesses should utilize now to buy a business.
SBA large loan expert and advisor Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen.com & SBALoanAdvisors.com Founder) shares his views and experience for getting the right SBA loan for larger deals, getting deals professionally prequalified & analyzed, and getting that loan through underwriting with fewer complications!
Many times when buying a business there are reasons why buying stock or buying assets is the better business decision. We explore these options on the BizBen Blog Post of which option may be better depending on the circumstances of the buyer (and seller) involved in the transaction taking place.
Many business owners fail to maximize their business' value because they don't have a proper strategy in place to do so. Failure to maximize your businesses value will make it harder to attract the most qualified buyers. Have a plan that ensures your business is as attractive & valuable as possible.
A business buyer in our ProBuy Program searching to buy a business asked me to sum up what I though the biggest mistakes business buyers make when they search for and bought a small business. I asked ProIntermediaries on BizBen their thoughts on the matter and received a diverse response.
It is not uncommon for business Owner/Sellers to get uncomfortable when a potential Buyer requires a SBA loan to purchase the Seller's business. Often times Owner/Sellers will say "the Buyer is the one getting the loan; why am I the one under the microscope?" This blog post addresses this topic.
Depending on the type of business being sold, a month-to-month situation can be severely detrimental to the value of the business. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen (and Lead Facilitator at BizBen) explores the issue of month to month leases in this blog/article.
Throughout the recession, it was very difficult to get approved for business purchase financing. If you are considering incorporating some alternative funding sources in your next small business acquisition, here is what you need to know to protect yourself and your investment.
Buying a small to mid-sized restaurant can have many pitfalls, and potential restaurant buyers should know how to avoid getting burned! Several restaurant advisors weigh in with (Peter Siegel, MBA at BizBen) and discuss tips for buying a restaurant in California.
Was chatting with a potential buyer of a restaurant in our BizBen ProBuy Program and he asked me what he should look for in due diligence when he finally did find a restaurant he was interested in. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen and others on BizBen explore this topic.
For those who don't know, a non-compete agreement is a contract between a buyer and seller of a business, which after the sale, prohibits the seller from engaging in direct competition with the business they previously sold. Joe Ranieri (Business Broker) adds this topic to a BizBen Discussion Post.
In our BizBen.com June 2021 Monthly Report the top ProIntermediaries and ProAdvisors on BizBen offer their thoughts about the current status of the business for sale marketplace with trends and predictions for Business Buyers, Owner/Sellers, Business Brokers, Agents, Advisors in the near future.
Sometimes business brokers just can't win with their clients, because if an offer comes in too fast & too early then they must have lowballed the price & the seller is suspicious, and if not enough offers come in after putting the business on the market - they may look unproductive to their clients.
As the year winds down, it's tempting for business brokers to go through their old files and throw them out to make room for new client's folders, but that would be foolish. Joe Ranieri (Orange County Business broker) discusses strategies for saving files - a key annual strategy for brokers/agents.
When seeking SBA loan financing many potential business buyers have wrong information about the process of securing the best financing to buy a business. Peter Siegel, MBA a business purchase financing expert delves into the myths regarding SBA financing and business purchase financing.
We're hearing more and more about "crowd funding" through sites like gofundme and kickstarter as a possible way to raise the cash needed to buy a small business. This method of collecting funds has proven successful in other kinds of situations. Could this strategy work when buying a small business?
We all understand the idea of paying too much for a small business. But is there such a thing as not paying enough? That seems like an odd notion, but I'm familiar with situations in which a buyer acquired a small business for a figure substantially under what probably was market value.
Buying a small business is hard enough when there is no competition, so how might a buyer navigate the process when there is additional competition from other buyers? Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) and others explain a few of the ways that a buyer can beat out other buyers.
When purchasing a small to mid-szied business, there are a multitude of things to evaluate. One area that is often overlooked is the business's culture. Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen discusses with potential buyers the importance of understanding how the business runs on a day-to-day basis.
Negotiating the terms of a business deal is a delicate process, where one wrong move can cost you the business that you wanted to purchase. Peter Siegel, MBA (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses the ins and outs of negotiations, and how to work well with the seller to get a deal done.
It's important to remember that selling a business takes time. Unlike selling a house, which can be sold relatively fast, a business can take up to six months to a year to sell. I discuss this topic with other advisors and intermediaries on this BizBen Discussion.
There are a lot of misconceptions about what enhances the value of a business. The following factors in this Discussion are aspects of a business that really drives its value and pricing. A business owner asked me this question today so I wanted to get others view points as well in this Discussion.
It can take months, sometimes longer to sell a small business. Here are 6 questions plus other information from myself plus other BizBen Users to ask yourself to help you determine why your small to mid-sized California business isn't selling. You might be surprised what those reasons are!
Should I Sell My Business During The Holidays Or Wait Till After The New Year? Business Broker Joe Ranieri and others chime in on this BizBen Discussion about selling a business during the Holiday Season.
Applying for a business acquisition loan can be challenging for someone who hasn't been through that process in the past. If one has a mortgage one knows that the value of the property being pledged has to at least equal the amount of the loan, SBA loans to buy a small business are very different.
Yes, there are ways to find businesses with growth potential that can be purchased with modest investments. But before offering any ideas about finding cheap businesses, it's important to review some of the risks involved. Peter Siegel (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses this topic with others.
At What Point Do You Show Key Marketing Info And Materials To Buyers? Robb Hartman, Business Broker at BizBen discusses this topic with others on this BizBen Discussion.
Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
