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Posting: 281952 | Available | 5/2/24
This is a super high-volume Asian restaurant for sale in Alameda on the main street. They serve a huge selection of different foods, chicken wings, some loaded tots, chicken skins, Mongolian beef chow mein, and garlic noodles. The restaurant shared a parking lot in the back.
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$350,000
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Posting: 286366 | Available | 5/1/24
This is a fully equipped full-service dining restaurant featuring a stove, hood, and Ansul kitchen system. It has a seating capacity of approximately 135 inside and 55 outside. The price includes the business, furniture, fixtures, equipment, goodwill, and beer and wine license, plus inventory.
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$149,000
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Posting: 284679 | Available | 5/1/24
This is a Chinese restaurant for sale in an office area near Lawrence Expressway. The dining area can seat 40 people and there is also a patio area. No AC/heating system or walk-in cooler. The hood is is 11 feet. Restrooms are in the plaza shared with other tenants. It is 1,250 square feet.
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$129,000
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Posting: 278870 | Available | 5/1/24
A newly remodeled restaurant with a turn-key condition and up to code. It is located at a high-foot-traffic shopping center with some nationally known anchor tenants. It has a beautifully designed dining area. The kitchen has a 15' hood, a walk-in cooler, and new equipment. It is 1,417 square feet.
Asking Price
$170,000
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Posting: 282454 | Available | 5/1/24
For sale is a Chinese restaurant with a stable customer base in an upscale area. It is in a high-foot-traffic shopping center with many notable stores and restaurants. They have ample parking spaces, a beer and wine license, and a good size dining room. The kitchen has a 20-foot hood. 2000 sq.ft.
Asking Price
$165,000
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Posting: 284887 | Available | 5/1/24
This restaurant has been operating in the same location for 35 years. Because it has been around for a long time, there are many regular customers and the income is stable. The current owner took over and was selling over $70,000 before the COVID-19 outbreak.
Asking Price
$345,000
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$30,000
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$160,000
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Posting: 286364 | Available | 5/1/24
Our business, founded 1.5 years ago by two Brazilian friends, specializes in Japanese-Brazilian fusion cuisine and has been profitable since day one. We sell cone-shaped sushi hand rolls and poke bowls and have amassed a substantial clientele, earning the highest Google rating.
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$150,000
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Posting: 286358 | Available | 5/1/24
A Chinese restaurant for sale, beautifully designed and built from scratch in 2017, is now on the market. The property is up to code and features ample parking. Inside, there are ten hoods above tables with table stoves, along with a beer and wine license.
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$190,000
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Posting: 286352 | Available | 4/30/24
A Chinese restaurant in the lower Nob Hill area is up for asset sale. The restaurant is currently closed. It occupies 1,200 square feet, with a rent of $4,500. The kitchen features a 7-foot-long hood. Potential buyers are encouraged to bring their own concept.
Asking Price
$88,888
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Posting: 275368 | Available | 4/30/24
This is an Asian fusion restaurant for an asset sale. The restaurant has a big patio area. The restaurant is in a busy foot traffic area. The size of the restaurant is 1,500 sq. ft, and rent is $5,600 including CAM (1.5 years + 5 options remaining). There is a 10 feet hood.
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$188,888
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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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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
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Posting: 283248 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale is an existing restaurant in like-NEW condition ready for an experienced operator to use the same or a new concept. There is a large kitchen with two (2) Type 1 hoods (open flame), a walk-in freezer, grease-trap (50 gal), multiple stoves, cooktops, etc.
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$145,000
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Posting: 278019 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale is a high cash flow, well-established Japanese restaurant with excellent reviews. The owner has owned it for 8 years but they want to relocate/retire. It is 800 sq. ft with a small backyard. The seller's lease is valid for the next 2 years with one 5-year option.
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$220,000
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Posting: 286342 | Available | 4/30/24
The industrial land extends through the city limits of Lancaster. The "specific plan" denotes the actual zoning, permitting multiple uses via conditional use permits, including light and heavy industrial use. There is a steakhouse already established on the premises.
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$1,375,000
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Posting: 286341 | Available | 4/30/24
A seafood restaurant is situated off a major part of the 15 Freeway and adjacent to a bustling shopping plaza featuring Target, HomeGoods, Marshall's, and Best Buy. The plaza experiences high foot traffic, located across from Stater Bros and near a gas station.
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 286340 | Available | 4/30/24
A well-established Japanese bentos and sushi restaurant is available for sale in Downtown Mateo. This delightful casual sit-down Japanese spot, located in downtown San Mateo, boasts positive reviews and satisfied clientele. It is renowned for its generous portions, welcoming staff, etc.
Asking Price
$299,000
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Posting: 286336 | Available | 4/30/24
This restaurant is located in a highly visible location with a lot of traffic. So it has a lot of potential. Any type of restaurant is available except for pizza and Mexican restaurants in the same plaza. This restaurant has alcohol license type-41.
Asking Price
$128,000
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Posting: 286334 | Available | 4/30/24
This high-end restaurant, located in a prime location within a very high-traffic shopping center, has been situated in the same spot for 20 years. The present owner has successfully operated it for 7 years.
Asking Price
$750,000
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$120,000
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Posting: 285255 | Available | 4/30/24
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Santa Monica, this esteemed cafe offers a unique dining experience that draws locals and visitors alike. Known for its exceptional blend of cosmopolitan flair and intimate ambiance, this establishment has become a beloved staple within the community.
Asking Price
$449,000
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Posting: 283743 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale is a super high-volume Asian restaurant for sale in Larkspur main street. It is a hidden gem with a lovely pleasant outdoor patio in the back with decorative lights and a lemon tree. The ambiance is nice and tucked away from a casual neighborhood spot. It is in Marin County.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 267875 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale is a branded banh mi shop in the San Francisco Saigon district. They serve sandwiches, baked goods, Vietnamese desserts, coffee/baguettes, and other Asian delights. The shop is part of the Tenderloin district. Little Saigon includes a 2-block stretch of Larkin Street packed with Vietnamese.
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$80,000
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Posting: 280956 | Available | 4/30/24
This is a large Asian restaurant for sale in Natomas of Sacramento County. It is located near two major freeways, the Sacramento International Airport, Walmart, In n Out Burger, and Downtown making this area a prime location for visitors and locals.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 283823 | Available | 4/30/24
This is a 5-star review family-owned pizza and pasta joint for sale in Santa Maria of Santa Barbara county. It is located on the Central Coast in Santa Barbara County. Santa Maria is a beautiful vacation destination in the foothills of the Sierra Madres, minutes from pristine beaches, parks, etc.
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$220,000
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Posting: 281291 | Available | 4/30/24
This is an 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 $75,000.
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$299,000
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Posting: 279437 | Available | 4/30/24
This is a family-owned sushi restaurant for sale in San Francisco Polk Street. This small little hole-in-the-wall restaurant is nestled among several dining options on Polk Street. This central commercial strip, featuring mom and pop shops, all kinds of restaurants, bars, and cafes
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$168,000
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Posting: 276967 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale is a family-owned Japanese restaurant for sale in the unique Morgan Hill community. Established in 2002, they specialize in custom rolls that you can't find anywhere else. They also have a wide variety of items for people who don't eat raw fish. The outdoor dining is very romantic.
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$180,000
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Posting: 285594 | Available | 4/30/24
This is an established, family-owned Vietnamese restaurant for sale in the San Francisco Financial District. The San Francisco Financial District is where you will find offices for some of our largest businesses such as corporate headquarters, law firms, insurance companies, real estate firms, etc.
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$100,000
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Posting: 286238 | Available | 5/2/24
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.
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$199,000
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Posting: 285056 | Available | 5/2/24
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 | 5/3/24
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: 285309 | Available | 5/1/24
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: 283295 | Available | 4/28/24
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 | 4/28/24
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.
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$439,900
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Posting: 284472 | Available | 5/1/24
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
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Posting: 282386 | Available | 5/2/24
For sale is a charming oyster bar, nestled in the heart of a renowned beach community's bustling restaurant row. With its prime location and inviting front patio, this establishment radiates a vibrant ambiance and boasts tasteful improvements. It comes with an active Type 41 ABC license.
Asking Price
$338,000
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$475,000
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Posting: 267141 | Available | 4/30/24
For sale are two bagel and sandwich shops that are available. They are in excellent commercial areas that have a hospital and residents that are high and middle-income. 2022 Year to Date made approximately $3 Million / Pandemic approximately $2.7 million plus 2020.
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$1,675,000
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Posting: 282560 | Available | 9/3/23
This very desirable restaurant is well-located in a busy commercial area in downtown Hayward. The location has many new condos in the are and ample parking for the customers. This restaurant has approximately 2,241 sq ft. which includes a nice 425 sq ft. upstairs storage room and office.
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$178,000
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Posting: 267008 | Available | 3/1/24
The owner is absentee! This is a phenomenal restaurant opportunity! It is located at the corner of heavy traffic downtown San Francisco with Hard liquor licensed included price!
Asking Price
$278,000
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$221,570
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Posting: 282994 | Available | 9/24/23
For sale is an SBA loan pre-approved restaurant with real estate included. It is in the beautiful Countryside setting of Twain Harte, Tuolumne County. Many tourists visit this area for summer outdoor activities and ��Dodge Ridge Ski' resort during the winter. This is a charming countryside gem.
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$2,050,000
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Posting: 276031 | Available | 1/22/24
Price reduced! This is a unique opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic bars in Northern California, Papermill Creek Saloon, with the real property! The location has hosted hundreds of musicians from Hall of Fame artists to local talent.
Asking Price
$1,950,000
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Posting: 281291 | Available | 4/30/24
This is an 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 $75,000.
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$299,000
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Posting: 266744 | Available | 7/7/21
Mexican Restaurant dine in or take out location in business shopping center corner location good serves Mexican food tacos etc. full hot kitchen, hood system nice equipment nice decor. located on busy street next to burger king.
Asking Price
$125,000
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$200,000
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Posting: 281632 | Available | 4/28/24
For sale is a great and well-established sushi restaurant with 4.5 stars on Yelp! Currently, the store opens for 5 days a week because of a shortage of employees and its monthly sale is currently around $70,000. Its size is about just 1,200 sq ft. with a great rent of $3,620 including NNN.
Asking Price
$285,000
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$120,000
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$696,000
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Posting: 285649 | Available | 4/15/24
For sale is a prime location in Azusa. It is a Japanese sushi & roll restaurant with beer and wine. The store size is 1,600 sq ft. The restaurant is located next to Chipotle, Urbane Cafe, Starbucks. Rolls & salmon make up 80% of their sales. The food cost is 35% approximatel
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$168,000
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Posting: 280735 | Available | 4/8/24
This is a very nice well-established Japanese ramen restaurant located in a major shopping center in a high-demand Irvine area. It is possible for a new owner to convert it to another type of food menu. The size is approximately 1,500 sq ft. and rent is $11,007 including NNN and water.
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$168,000
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Posting: 277040 | Available | 9/7/23
The owners are very motivated to sell this San Francisco restaurant. The food inventory is included in the purchase price. The restaurant is currently serving Japanese/Chinese food, but it can be converted into a popular Thai or other types of cuisine.
Asking Price
$78,000
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Posting: 284725 | Available | 4/16/24
This is an authentic Thai restaurant for sale tucked away on the border of Civic Center-Tenderloin in San Francisco. It is a hidden gem with a large basement below permitted for a prep area. There is a walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer along with 2 grease traps in the basement with lots of storage.
Asking Price
$120,000
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$210,000
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Posting: 281400 | Available | 9/10/23
For sale is a long-established & profitable busy fast-food hamburger/diner located in the center of a well-mixed commercial and residential area in the restaurant street of South Gate/Downey. The free-standing building comes with great parking spaces and an easily accessible drive-thru.
Asking Price
$399,000
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$85,888
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$600,000
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Posting: 282779 | Available | 4/19/24
For sale is a prime location in the heart of Glendale. It is well-established on the busiest Blvd, with lots of cars and foot traffic. It is surrounded by a mix of commercial, residential, and retail stores. The building has 2 floors totaling 2,000 sqft. The second floor is used as an office lounge.
Asking Price
$125,000
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$260,000
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$1,400,000
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Posting: 258581 | Available | 11/14/23
This is an absentee owner BBQ and bar that's been well known for many years. The property is available for sale for a total of $2,800,000. It has a gross revenue of $1,400,000 annually and nets over $260,000 annually. The manager has been running the business for many years.
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$589,000
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Posting: 284772 | Available | 1/21/24
For sale is a restaurant with beer & wine and a prime location in Towne Center @ Fontana, anchored by many known brand names such as LA Fitness & Costco. This is a great opportunity for restaurateurs to establish their own concept with low set-up costs.
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$150,000
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Posting: 284328 | Available | 4/28/24
Located in a vibrant North Bay Area Community that is thriving with shops, restaurants, music, and outdoor activities, this local pizza & pasta restaurant has been serving up its hand-crafted pizza & pasta dishes for almost 30 years! The loyal customer base enjoys many choices on the menu.
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$130,000
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Posting: 277905 | Available | 4/1/24
The price has been lowered! This is a closed restaurant for sale. This restaurant is located in Tenderloin Area. It is huge. The address is 177 Eddy St. San Francisco. The size of the restaurant is 4,000 sq. ft and rent is $8,500+ $1,000 (CAM). The hood is over 35 feet. There's a walk-in cooler.
Asking Price
$169,999
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$90,000
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$300,000
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Posting: 286400 | Available | 5/3/24
A unique Japanese restaurant is serving traditional, home-style cuisine that a lady owner operated for 40 years in Japan. It has a full kitchen, is 1,400 sq ft. and has cheap rent. There is lots potential as the single lady owner opens for 4 days, dinner only per week
Asking Price
$175,000
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$91,224
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Posting: 284826 | Available | 1/24/24
This establishment presents an enticing opportunity for big brand-name franchises or upscale coffee shops. This is a prime location, full-service restaurant opportunity in the Heart of Orange County! Nestled within one of the region's major malls, this restaurant boasts high foot traffic.
Asking Price
$149,000
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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.
The latest BizBen.com survey of Business Brokers and Agents outlined what it takes to be a top ten percent performer in the business brokerage industry. From good communication to utilizing your resources, these traits are something to take note of and put into practice to be successful.
To start a business or try something new, starting a franchise business is a great option. In this blog, we'll break down everything you need to know about buying a franchise in simple, easy-to-understand terms. This guide is for business owners, whether experienced or new.
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!
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.
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 idea to have a buying a business checklist follows the adage that it's always useful to start with a plan when searching to buy a small business for sale. Peter Siegel, MBA Founder of BizBen.com and top advisor of the BizBen ProBuy Program suggests six items for all business buyers to utilize.
The key to finding the ideal business broker or agent and selling a small business is asking the right questions and getting the right answers back! Peter Siegel, MBA with BizBen & several top business brokers and agents in California (ProIntermediaries) contribute to this topic to assist sellers.
In this month's Business Buyer survey for BizBen.com, we asked participants in our ProBuy Program and 250 other random business buyers what they look for and avoid when looking at a business for sale postings online. Of the 20 potential posting characteristics we asked about, 8 stood out.
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.
Peter Siegel, MBA - Lead Advisor with the BizBen.com ProSell Program discusses critical steps to prepare a small to mid-sized business including: which documents will be needed, key advisors to have involved, pricing the business, and how to attract the right business buyers to your listing.
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.
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.
