Restaurants for Sale in San Diego County, CA

Great opportunity to own an established Chinese restaurant in San Diego! • Size: 1,600+ sq. ft. • Monthly Rent: $4,900 • Water Included • Asking Price: $150,000 • Great location with good potential for continued operation or a new restaurant concept Serious inquiries only. For more information or to schedule a viewing, please contact: Maribel (619) 623-1723

Fantastic opportunity to own a turnkey restaurant in the prime location of Fashion Valley Mall. This well-positioned establishment comes with an ABC license, fully equipped kitchen, and dining area, making it ready for a new owner to step in and begin operations immediately. Located in one of San Diego’s most popular shopping destinations, the restaurant benefits from heavy foot traffic and strong visibility, surrounded by numerous well-known brand and franchise restaurants that attract a constant flow of visitors. All equipment and fixtures are only few years old, offering a modern, well-ma

This is a rare opportunity to acquire on of San Diego County's unique specialty Mexican restaurants serving authentic Mariscos and ceviche-located in one of South County's most prominent shopping centers. Fully turnkey restaurant in excellent condition, including large hood, burners, fryer, grease trap, 3-compartment sink, refrigerators, plenty of storage racks, multiple refrigerators/freezers, POS system, blenders, and ice-cream/dessert fridge. All equipment to transfer in good working order. Exceptional and spacious kitchen plus a beautiful dining room for customers. High quality, delic

Established in 2016, this neighborhood wine bar and winery tasting room is is a staple in this vibrant coastal community with strong local support and consistent repeat clientele. A standout feature is its unique wine draft system, providing guests with a distinctive tasting experience, operational efficiencies, and environmental consciousness that set it apart from traditional wine bars. With a solid foundation and turnkey operations in place, this is an excellent opportunity for a semiabsentee owner-operator or hospitality group looking to step into a proven concept in a desirable seaside ma

This rare Little Italy restaurant opportunity is located in one of San Diego's busiest dining and pedestrian corridors. With excellent visibility, strong walkability, tourism, residential density, and evening traffic, the location offers outstanding exposure in one of the city's most desirable restaurant markets. The space is fully built out with an existing kitchen, dining area, service areas, FF&E, and a 615 SF exclusive patio that provides valuable additional seating. A Type 41 Beer & Wine License is included, making it an ideal opportunity for an established operator to bring their own co

This corner restaurant opportunity is located in the heart of Hillcrest, one of San Diego's most vibrant urban dining destinations. Positioned on a prominent corner with excellent visibility, the location benefits from consistent neighborhood foot and vehicle traffic, along with a dense mix of residential, medical, office, and nightlife users. The space is fully built out with existing kitchen infrastructure, FF&E, patio seating, and a Type 41 Beer & Wine License, making it an ideal opportunity for an operator looking to convert the space into their own fast casual or restaurant concept while

Excellent opportunity to acquire an established franchise ramen restaurant located in one of San Diego's most desirable and high-traffic trade areas. This business benefits from strong brand recognition, a modern build-out, a beer-and-wine license, and a highly visible retail setting surrounded by major shopping, dining, office, residential, and university traffic. The restaurant features a popular Japanese ramen franchise concept with a focused menu, efficient kitchen layout, and attractive dining atmosphere. The business is positioned in a premier lifestyle/shopping destination with consist

One of San Diego's most authentic and sought after Mexican restaurants in the county! This restaurant is in a premier location in an incredibly busy/central neighborhood. Surrounded by retail, businesses, and neighborhoods combined with its central location and walkability, this restaurant sees thousands of people pass by daily with traffic counts of up to 20,000 vehicles per day at nearest intersections! Beautiful build-out and recent remodel creates a welcoming environment for dine-in and easy access for take-out orders. Plenty of space in dining area with a seating capacity of 80. Kitch

Profitable catering company specializing in weddings & corporate events I $120K SDE I 70+ events/year I $140K+ booked pipeline I Preferred venue relationships I Low overhead & scalable. Established boutique catering and personal chef business with a strong reputation for customizable menus and high-quality service. Revenue is driven by a balanced mix of weddings and corporate events, along with private chef services and celebrations. With 21 events already booked and over $140K in contracted revenue, a new owner steps into immediate cash flow and momentum. The company operates with a lean, l

🥙 Mediterranean Restaurant – North County Coastal 📍 Just 2 Blocks from the Ocean! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own an established Mediterranean restaurant located in one of North County’s most desirable coastal communities. With strong monthly sales, low rent, and a long-term lease in place, this restaurant is perfectly positioned for continued success. ✨ Highlights: • Prime North County coastal location • Only 2 blocks from the beach — strong foot traffic & tourist appeal • Gross Sales: ~ $30,000 per month • Rent: Only $4,800/month • Long 12-year lease offering stability and low ov

Lowered from $300k, owner is motivated. An Asian Fusion restaurant in a very busy Convoy Street Center with ample parking for sale. The 2700 sq. ft. space has a reasonable low rent $11,000 (including NNN) in the prime restaurant area. Fully equipped kitchen walk-in cooler/freezer, a long type #1 hood, and big grease trap by 1,000 gal sitting outside. the lease has 3 year left with no option can be negotiated with landlord. A good opportunity for a turnkey business and a great location for different menu. It's absentee run business. The active owner will create more net profit.

A great location, well-established strong brand name boba restaurant for sale in a high traffic Mira Mesa shopping center San Diego. The 1900+ sq ft. space is located in a prime commercial area, high visibility, great with the ambiance and cozy atmosphere and ample parking. The reasonable rent of $11,000 (including NNN) for sitting in a strategic position. 3 year lease left plus option. The equipped hood and walkin cooler/freezer kitchen creates an extra value, which is rarely available for most boba milk tea restaurants. The owner remains absentee run for 7 years since opening. Customers ra

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Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational Type 48 licensed dive bar in the heart of Chula Vista! This has all the elements of a classic dive bar with a welcoming environment, strong base of regulars, and consistent nightly traffic. A fun, laid back bar featuring pool tables, karaoke nights, DJ sets, and affordable drinks. Spacious layout featuring a large bar and well for bartenders, abundant seating throughout, walk-in cooler, keg lines already in place, dance floor, plenty of storage, and an owner’s office. Currently five beer taps and able to add more. In addition, the bar offers a

This well-known Japanese Sushi restaurant, which holds a Beer and Wine License, is located in a prime, high-traffic shopping center anchored by major national retail and grocery store brand. The business is owner-operated and enjoys a dedicated customer base. The seller maintains excellent financial records and has a proven history of profitability. The restaurant is in excellent condition and has been carefully maintained. For additional details, please reach out to Amit Wadhera at amit@sdbiz.com or complete the contact form to request a Non-Disclosure Agreement.

Turnkey restaurant asset sale with approximately $1,000,000 invested into the build-out. This is a rare opportunity for an operator to take over a large, fully improved restaurant space without the time, cost, and delays of building from scratch. The business is currently operating at break-even, making this best suited for a hands-on operator, restaurant group, or buyer with a stronger concept, better systems, or improved marketing strategy. The space is approximately 3,200 square feet plus an additional patio area of about 150 to 200 square feet. Monthly rent is $19,000 including CAM. The l

🍳 Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant – North County San Diego Turnkey • Immaculate • High-Traffic Location Discover this exceptionally clean, well-established breakfast and lunch restaurant situated in one of North County San Diego’s busiest commercial corridors. Perfect for an experienced operator, investor, or family-run business looking for a profitable, turnkey opportunity. 🔑 Business Highlights • Gross Sales: $1,120,000 per year • Asking Price: $319,000 • Size: Approx. 4,000 sq. ft. • Rent: $9,362/month (NNN included) • Lease: 12 years • Hours: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM (ideal work-life balance!)

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Downtown Oceanside, just two blocks from the beach and pier, this iconic bar presents a unique business opportunity for those looking to thrive in the bustling restaurant and food industry. For sale at $275,000, the establishment boasts a coveted Type 42 ABC License and occupies a prime corner location, drawing in a steady stream of patrons. The bar showcases a new 30 tap system and coolers, and a commercial-grade sound system ideal for live music, demonstrating its readiness to provide an unmatched customer experience. The interior space spans 1,515 square fee

Prime Little Italy opportunity in a high-barrier-to-entry location with limited licensed competition. The space offers strong flexibility for a range of concepts—restaurant, cocktail bar, live music lounge, or a hybrid experience. Delivered turnkey and ready for immediate operation, this is a rare chance to step into one of San Diego’s most dynamic and in-demand neighborhoods with minimal downtime. This location is truly rare, with over 20 years of proven history as a fully licensed bar and restaurant with an established entertainment component—an increasingly hard-to-replicate use in today’

This restaurant has been a cornerstone of La Jolla Village for over 20 years, earning outstanding reviews and strong brand recognition throughout the community. Its transition to a new owner is expected to generate significant local buzz. The business benefits from a deeply loyal, repeat customer base that has supported it for decades. Currently operated absentee by a seasoned team of long-time employees, the business presents a clear opportunity for improved efficiency and profitability under an engaged, on-site owner/operator or chef. Confidentially Listed - and available to qualified exp

🔥 San Diego Mira Mesa Prime Location 🔥 Hot Pot / Shabu Concept Restaurant for Sale 💰 Asking Price: $1.3M 📍 Prime Location – Mira Mesa Blvd / Balboa Area Located in one of the busiest and most desirable dining corridors in San Diego. ✔ High traffic retail and dining area ✔ Strong Asian and diverse customer base ✔ Surrounded by major residential communities and businesses ✔ Excellent visibility and accessibility 📊 Business Highlights ✔ Well-established and popular dining concept ✔ Strong and consistent customer traffic ✔ Fully built-out kitchen and dining space ✔ Turnkey operation 👉

🔥 San Diego UTC Prime Location – Dessert Business for Sale 🔥 💰 Asking Price: $700,000 📈 Annual Gross Revenue: Approx. $1,000,000 💵 Net Profit Margin: Approx. 20% 🏦 SBA Loan Eligible 👤 Semi-Absentee Ownership (Owner not involved in daily operations) 📍 Prime Location – UTC Shopping Center Located in one of the most established and high-demand commercial areas in San Diego. ✔ High-end shopping district ✔ Close proximity to UCSD, high-income residential areas, and major tech companies ✔ Strong and consistent foot traffic ✔ High purchasing power customer base ✔ Well-known, highly branded

Confidential opportunity to acquire an established, independently owned themed bar and entertainment venue located in a core Downtown San Diego Gaslamp nightlife and tourism district. The business has operated since 2017 and occupies a historic property with a rare liquor license permitting service until 2:00 AM, a regulatory advantage no longer available to new establishments in the area. Revenue is derived from alcohol sales, food service, private event bookings, and merchandise, with alcohol representing the primary revenue driver. Operations are supported by an experienced management team

A high-profile, well-established ramen franchise restaurant located in a prominent shopping mall, surrounded by numerous national brand tenants. Opened in 2021, this restaurant has been fully upgraded with top-quality improvements, offering an inviting atmosphere that attracts a steady flow of customers. Known for its hearty ramen dishes and savory sides, the restaurant has earned a strong reputation in the community. The current owners have set up the business to be help-run, allowing for ease of management. The menu is simple and well-supported by the franchisor, who will also provide compre

Price lowered from $180k for motivation. A well established semi-absentee run Boba tea shop in South San Diego for sale. It sits in a busy center with high visibility and ample parking near college that has stable young customers and creates stable revenue and profit. The seldom fully equipped kitchen available in most boba tea shops has type 1 hood, unit cooler/freezer, deep fryer/burners and grease trap of 75 gal, which is a great equipment value (may cost $200k for building up and permitting) and support for extra food order service in menu beside drinks. The 1565 sqft space by rent $8665 i

Asking Price: $349,900 Gross Sales: • 2023: $1,400,000 • 2024: $1,400,000 • 2025: $1,500,000 Rent: $29,054 per month Size: Approx. 1,400 SF Lease: Through 2029 + Option Business Type: Restaurant (Asset Sale) Location: Major Regional Mall – San Diego County Rare opportunity to acquire a high-volume food court restaurant located inside one of San Diego’s most dominant regional shopping malls. This is an asset sale of a beautifully built-out, high-visibility location with documented gross sales consistently in the $1.4M–$1.5M range. The space features: • Modern, attractive build-out • Large

Asset sale opportunity located in a busy retail shopping center in National City, San Diego County. High-traffic area with strong food presence and established customer base in the surrounding community. This location previously operated as a franchise but is no longer affiliated. There are no franchise fees or royalties, giving a new owner full flexibility to operate under their own brand or continue a similar concept. Business Highlights: • Approx. 1,300 square feet • Rent: $7,800 per month • Lease: 4 years remaining • No current option, but landlord is cooperative and renewal is achievab

This is a profitable, turnkey pizzeria for sale in Poway. This well-established pizzeria has become a staple in Poway and is in an excellent shopping center with great co-tenants and plenty of parking. The restaurant is fully equipped and recently installed with a new hood, pizza oven, grill, deep fryer, and a walk in cooler. There is also plenty of seating and a large dining area.   Large catering orders to local businesses. There is lots of upside potential by adding a pizza delivery service, as well as expanding operating hours.  This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to own

Little Caesars in California for sale – $125,000 This location is currently part of a larger ownership structure and is primed for an owner-operator ready to step in and take the reins. It is an ideal entry point into franchising under a nationally recognized, proven brand with strong systems and long-term growth potential. With typical startup costs for a new Little Caesars ranging from $446,500 to $1,817,200, this represents a rare opportunity to acquire a functioning store with an existing crew in place at a fraction of the cost. For the right hands-on operator, this store offers a clear

Take advantage of this rare asset sale opportunity in Oceanside, San Diego County. This fully built-out 2nd-gen restaurant is located in a prime, high-traffic area just minutes from Oceanside Pier, the beach, and downtown attractions. The business features a 1,210 square foot space with a fully equipped kitchen, including a Type 1 hood, grease trap, and fryer—perfect for launching or expanding your fast-casual or takeout concept. This is a confidential asset sale—no financials will be provided. You're purchasing the location, equipment, and leasehold improvements, making this ideal for owner

A famous well established Boba tea shop in Mira Mesa Blvd for sale. It sits in a very busy center with high visibility and ample parking. The seldom fully equipped kitchen available in most boba tea business has a walk-in freezer and a large grease trap of 125 gal. The 1200 sqft. space has a low rent of $6000 in the prime commercial Mira Mesa area.

A very good location Fry Chicken restaurant for sale in the busiest center of Convoy Street. Low monthly rent $5000+ by 1400 sf. has space with high visibility and busy traffic flow. The menu has variety choices except fry chicken. Many loyal and walk in customers in this prime center in Convoy area. Beer and wine permit included.

Long-established Asian & Sushi restaurant located in the Oceanside trade area. With 25 years of continuous operation, this restaurant is a proven performer with stable sales, loyal customers, and an experienced team that has been with the business for a decade or more. The current owner has operated the restaurant for approximately 2.5 years and is selling solely because the commute is too far, not due to performance. This makes it an ideal opportunity for a new owner seeking a turnkey operation with strong fundamentals already in place. Business Highlights: Asking Price: $399,000 2024 Gro

This is a rare chance to acquire a high-performing, nationally branded smoothie franchise located in one of North County San Diego’s busiest regional malls. With two major national retailers directly in front of the store, this location enjoys heavy daily foot traffic and strong visibility. The same owner has operated this business successfully for 23 years, making it one of the most stable and proven franchise units in the region. Business Overview This turn-key smoothie franchise offers a simple menu, clean operations, and strong brand support. The owner typically works 10AM–2PM, and the b

Profitable Turnkey Sushi Restaurant Asking Price: $499,900 Location: Carlsbad, San Diego County Annual Revenue: Approx. $1,200,000 Annual Net Income: $120,000 – $180,000 Square Feet: 2,036 SF Monthly Rent: About $10,303 Business Description Exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable and well-established sushi restaurant in Carlsbad, one of San Diego County’s most desirable markets. This beautifully built-out restaurant generates $100,000 in monthly gross sales with consistent net income of $10,000–$15,000 per month. Located in a high-traffic shopping center with excellent visibility,

Discover an exceptional turnkey sushi restaurant opportunity in one of North San Diego’s most affluent coastal communities. This well-known establishment boasts a strong reputation, beautiful interior architecture, and loyal clientele. 📍 Location: Prime Del Mar / Carmel Valley area 🏢 Size: Approx. 1,900 SF with two spacious patios 💰 Monthly Rent: ~$18,000 📈 Monthly Gross Sales: ~$140,000 💵 Monthly Net Profit: ~$20,000 after taxes 🔧 Grease Trap: 1,500 gallons (valued at $150,000) ✨ Highlights: Elegant buildout, high ceilings, modern sushi bar, private group seating area, and stunning des

An asset sale now. Price lowered from $350k owner is motivated. For sale is a well-established Korean fried chicken restaurant in a busy strip center near movie theater in San Diego North County. Rent is $9700 including NNN by 1380 sq ft. lease 4y + op. There's a fully equipped kitchen type 1 hood, unit cooler/freezer, and a large grease trap outside the kitchen by 1500 gal. A beer & wine license is included. It is absentee run by 11 employees with monthly sales was around $60k and previous profit around $15k, from the owner's description, the profit could be better if the owner self-runs. A g

An established, high-volume Asian restaurant in a desirable San Diego location is now available for acquisition. The business currently operates under an absentee owner model and possesses a valuable ABC 41 liquor license. Financial records indicate an average yearly revenue of $2,000,000 over the past three years. This is a significant opportunity for any buyer seeking a high-grossing restaurant in the San Diego market. This business can also qualify for E2 visa buyers looking to invest in a solid U.S.-Based opportunity. For more information please contact Amit Wadhera at amit@sdbiz.com or co

A very profitable yogurt shop in very busy center in Convoy Street. It has very low rent $4000 by 1000 sf has high visibility. The franchise is a high end brand from China. The food cost is low that creates very good profit. The asking price not including inventory. A good opportunity for a turn key, best for a family run business.

Asset sale now! Bring your new concept (except Japanese food, Chinese food or BBQ). Price big drop from $600k. For sale is a well established absolute absentee run, high-end shabu-shabu restaurant with good reviews in Mira Mesa.he fully equipped kitchen by walkin cooler/freezer, type 1 hood with a very large grease trap plus 2 ADA restrooms. The 3525 sq ft facility with monthly rent $25,000, sitting in a very busy center has a high traffic volume of ADT 60,000 vehicles and high visibility and plenty of parking spaces that brings lots of walk-in and guest customers creating a stable volume of s