Restaurants for Sale in Mendocino County, CA
Mendocino County, California
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Mendocino County, California
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Ukiah, California
Type 47 or Type 48 On-Sale Liquor License for sale in Mendocino County
$ 150,000
This is a full liquor license that can be issued to either bars or restaurants in Mendocino County (see below for further descriptions of the two licenses). Price is $150,000 net to Seller, so the Buyer will be responsible for the broker fee, the escrow fee & the ABC application fees. 1. Type 47: Issued to restaurants. Authorizes the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for consumption on the licensed premises. Authorizes the sale of beer and wine for consumption off the licensed premises. Must operate and maintain the licensed premises as a bona-fide eating place. Must maintain suita
Mendocino County, California
Unbranded Gas Station And Mart - With Property
$ 5,500,000
Description: Independent Gas Station and Mini ideally located on the corner of busy streets. Ample free parking in the front is perfect for easy ingress and egress. Originally established in 1969 and under current family ownership since 1998. High volume conv. Store with Type-21 Liquor License. Gas pumps and tanks are up-to-code and fully compliant with Environmental Health Board regulations. Nearby, you can find a mix of residential neighborhoods, small businesses, motels and restaurants that reflect the city's ethnic diversity. This well-established Gas Station with Mart offers extremely hi
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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 - 2 listings
- Average Asking Price - $2,825,000
- Average Revenue - $70,174
- Average Cash Flow - $0
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 2 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.
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