Restaurants for Sale in Berkeley, CA
Berkeley, California
Restaurants & Food
9 results for "Restaurants & Food" businesses in "Berkeley, California"
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Berkeley, California
Turnkey Bakery & Café Opportunity in Berkeley
$ 89,000
Turnkey Bakery & Café Space on University Avenue in Berkeley Excellent opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, fully built-out bakery and café space located along University Avenue in Berkeley. The approximately 1,158-square-foot space features a distinctive high-ceiling loft-style interior with exposed wood beams, brick accents, oversized street-facing windows, and abundant natural light. The open layout creates a warm, modern, and inviting atmosphere with excellent visibility from the street. The space has been extensively improved with new finishes, equipment, plumbing, electrical
Berkeley, California
Asian comfort food restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley
$ 200,000
For sale is an Asian comfort food restaurant, ideally located near UC Berkeley, in the city of Berkeley, Alameda County, California. This is a small establishment which features an 8 feet type 1 hood, bar tables and additional outdoor seating, offering patrons an intimate and relaxed dining experience. The business commands a consistent gross income of approximately $45,000 per month. Please note that the lease amount is $6000, inclusive of NNN. It's important to mention that there's a menu restriction and the landlord will require the prospective buyer's menu, personal financial statement,
Berkeley, California
Hamburger Restaurant for sale
$ 249,999
Burger shop for Sale. Next owner can convert it to different type of restaurant. This location is good. (Berkeley hill) and clean and casual setting. Size of the restaurant is 1300s and rents is $8000. Monthly sale is about $50,000. Selling the asset and location and lease..
Berkeley, California
Korean Restaurant -Semi Absentee Run business
$ 400,000
Don't miss out on this profitable opportunity to own a semi-absentee run Korean Restaurant situated in the vibrant area of West Berkeley, California. This business has consistently shown a strong revenue stream with monthly sales averaging $100,000 and an annual revenue of approximately $1.2 million. The restaurant's prime location and established reputation in the community contribute to its high foot traffic and steady customer base. The 2000 square foot premises are well-maintained and equipped with a 10 feet hood in the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations and room for expansion if desire
Berkeley, California
Greek And Mediterranean Restaurant - Near Campus
$ 299,000
Authentic Mediterranean gyros shop for sale tucked away in a food court blocks from the UC Berkeley campus. This place is known for its delicious Mediterranean plates and Gyros. With a remodeled food court and seating. The gross income a month is roughly around $60,000 to $75,000 which includes walk-ins, Doordash and other food delivery apps, and cash transactions. The lease amount is $6,000 plus which covers CAM. It has an open kitchen with 10 feet type 1 hood, grill, deep fryer, 2 Gyros machine. Asset sale only. There will be no tax return to show This information has been secured from sour
Berkeley, California
Well Known Brunch Cafe in Berkely
$ 308,000
CF : $ 162,000
Well known Brunch Cafe located at busy street in Berkely. Full Kitchen Size: 1,465 sq.ft. Gross: $833,456.83 -2025 Net: $162,000 -2025 Lease End: 2023 Rent: $4,900 Employees: 1Full/6Part Payroll: $163,331-2025 Utilities: $27,914 -2025 Food Cost : 22%
Berkeley, California
Full Bar And Restaurant - Recently Renovated
$ 350,000
Established high-volume restaurant/bar for sale in Berkeley near the hill. This restaurant has served the Berkeley/East Bay community since 1996 with great Yelp reviews. They have rustic decor with an open kitchen concept which comes with 3 wok stations with 2 mandarin woks per cook, a back patio private party room, and a full bar. Recently renovated, they offer hot pot at the bar as well as a regular menu. It is approximately 2,800 sq ft with 120 seating capacity. There are 2 ADA restrooms, a break room upstairs with a shower and restroom. The landlord will provide a new lease at $9,500 base
Berkeley, California
Restaurant Cafe - Near UC Berkeley Campus
$ 141,500
Stunning 42+Seat Patio! Great Stylish Cafe with Upgrades In the Heart of Berkeley RRC# 4880 Location: Berkeley Description: This ~885sf counter-service café with an upgraded ~650sf patio oasis is now for sale. This ideally located café is surrounded by apartments, student housing, medical facilities, and businesses and is only two blocks from the UC Berkeley campus. Also, there is new construction on a 170-unit building breaking ground on the block promising to bring even more traffic and business to this block. Student and business types alike dine, meet and relax to enjoy the large o
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Buy or Sell a Restaurant in California
Restaurant and food businesses are some of the most popular and reliable categories on BizBen. Whether you're looking to buy your first café or sell an established dining spot, understanding the local California market can make all the difference. BizBen provides real-time insights from thousands of active restaurant for sale listings across California. Our data below encompasses a range of businesses from fast food restaurants to franchise restaurants to bars for sale. By reviewing asking prices, cash flow, and location trends, buyers and sellers can better compare opportunities and make more informed decisions in one of California's most popular business-for-sale sectors.
Market Snapshot
- Number of Businesses - 9 listings
- Median Asking Price - $299,000
- Median Revenue - $916,728
- Median Cash Flow - $162,000
Top Metro Areas for Restaurant Ownership
- Los Angeles & Orange County: High population density, strong year-round tourism and dining demand
- San Francisco Bay Area: High household incomes and premium dining preferences
- Sacramento & Central Valley: More affordable rents, growing suburban populations, and rising food-service consumption
- San Diego: Tourist and student markets sustain steady traffic and diversified dining formats
Why Invest in a Restaurant?
- Strong demand, especially in high-traffic markets and tourist destinations
- Opportunities for owner-operators to scale or convert absentee models
- Multiple paths to revenue: full-service, quick-service, franchise, delivery/take-out
- California's large and diverse consumer base offers resilience across economic cycles
Whether you're a first-time buyer or an investor adding another location, restaurants in California deliver consistent potential for growth and return when properly maintained, marketed, and located.
Selling Your California Restaurant?
Thinking about selling your restaurant? BizBen connects sellers with qualified buyers and experienced restaurant brokers statewide who understand valuations, leases, and operational complexities.
FAQs
How many restaurant businesses are currently listed for sale in California?
At present, there are 9 listings in the restaurant & food category across California.
Are restaurants still profitable?
Yes. While specific margins vary depending on many variables (location, size, category), well-managed restaurants in high-demand markets remain attractive business investments.
Can I finance a purchase?
Yes. Buyers frequently leverage SBA or conventional loans, work with business brokers who offer seller financing, or deploy owner-operator models to maximize value.
Which California cities have the most restaurant listings?
Most active listings tend to be concentrated in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, and Sacramento, with additional opportunities across Orange County and the Central Valley.
Does the lease transfer when I buy a California restaurant?
Not automatically. Almost every commercial lease requires the landlord's written consent to an assignment, and that consent is where restaurant deals most often stall or die. Read the assignment clause before anything else: some landlords use the change of hands to reset the rent or shorten the term. Check the remaining term and every option to renew — a restaurant with two years left is worth far less than the equipment and goodwill suggest, because you may be rebuilding the fit-out somewhere else. Expect the landlord to want your financials and restaurant experience, and start that conversation early rather than at the end of escrow.
How does the ABC licence work when buying a restaurant?
A California alcohol licence is transferred through the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, not handed over with the keys, and the transfer runs through escrow with a posting and objection period. Budget 60 to 120 days. The type matters: a Type 47 (full liquor, on-sale general) is restricted by county quota and can be worth six figures on its own in Los Angeles or San Francisco, while a Type 41 (beer and wine) is far cheaper and easier to obtain. Confirm the licence is in good standing with no pending disciplinary action before you agree a price, because a suspended or conditioned licence changes what you are buying.
Whether buying, investing, or selling, California's restaurant market remains active, competitive, and driven by a large consumer base. Explore the current opportunities on BizBen.com to find your next restaurant business investment.