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Posting: 285556 | Available | 4/10/24
A rare opportunity to own a Mexican restaurant with a 47 full bar and the property. The restaurant is almost 4,400 sf and the sales are almost at $1m a year. This business is long established and the property and the liquor license hold a lot of value. SBA requires 10% down for real estate purchase.
Asking Price
$2,100,000
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Posting: 285557 | Available | 4/10/24
This restaurant consists of 2 separate dining areas and a cozy cantina. The dining area can accommodate up to 125 patrons, while the cantina can accommodate 18 patrons. The semi-private dining area is perfect for parties and can hold up to 35 patrons. The space is 3400 sf and there is also a patio.
Asking Price
$199,000
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Posting: 277910 | Available | 4/10/24
For sale is a freestanding attractive restaurant & bar with a type 47 License. It's been in business with the current concept for the past 6 years. Sales are on the upwards with lots of room to grow. There is patio seating and spacious second-floor space not included in the rent.
Asking Price
$488,888
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Posting: 284685 | Available | 4/10/24
This is an absentee-run Asian comfort restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley campus. It is located in an Asian ghetto food court in a bustling environment full of mainly students. It has a cute interior, narrow but cozy with bar tables with tall chairs. It has been established for 17 years.
Asking Price
$165,000
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Posting: 284229 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is an established, profitable sushi restaurant in the greater Modesto area. With over $1,000,000 in annual sales, it comes with strong cash flow. The 3500 SF restaurant is conveniently located off a busy street, in a shopping center, near an upscale residential area.
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 285254 | Available | 4/9/24
This popular restaurant has been in prime downtown Hermosa Beach for decades. It is located just steps from the world-famous Hermosa Pier Plaza, strand, and beaches. It was recently remodeled with a patio and an outdoor dining deck on the street. There is ample parking.
Asking Price
$279,999
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$135,613
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Posting: 280394 | Available | 4/9/24
This is a downtown Santa Barbara restaurant with beer and wine for sale in an ideal location. It is absentee-run and is a turnkey restaurant. A local can easily increase sales to past levels and more. It has new bathrooms and kitchen flooring and additional dining room upgrades have been completed.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 274792 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is a restaurant cafe in Santa Barbara, CA. It is at a high-traffic downtown Santa Barbara location! It is 883 sq. ft(sidewalk tables possible) and rent is $5,000 per month. The lease ends on 2/28/2025 and it was established in 1994.
Asking Price
$249,000
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Posting: 283112 | Available | 4/9/24
This turnkey restaurant is ready to open now! It can take any concept. It has a fully equipped commercial kitchen including a commercial oven, walk-in freezer, walk-in fridge, and ample storage space. There is a public parking garage behind the restaurant with the first 75 minutes free.
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$3.45 + $0.97 (NNN)
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Posting: 285093 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is a thriving turnkey operation providing an enticing entry into California's esteemed wine community. With a $150,000 build-out completed in 2020, this establishment boasts a welcoming ambiance and top-notch amenities, including all furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Asking Price
$249,000
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$452,000
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Posting: 278477 | Available | 4/9/24
A solid reputation with a consistent year-round revenue stream from a diverse customer base. 87-seat indoor dining with elevated patio seating for a further 38 makes this premier, full-service restaurant a much sought-after Hollywood location. Additionally, the online presence has grown.
Asking Price
$1,195,000
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$97,563
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Posting: 286077 | Available | 4/9/24
This restaurant a 'turn key' business opportunity in Sacramento with over a $1million annual sale, easy excitability with nice curb appeal. Keep it as a Mexican restaurant or bring your own concept. With minimal future investment it could be turned into many different concepts.
Asking Price
$295,000
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Posting: 286076 | Available | 4/9/24
Discover this charming neighborhood gem nestled between the vibrant Russian Hill and sophisticated Nob Hill neighborhoods. An inviting opportunity awaits you with this fully equipped restaurant, boasting both indoor and outdoor dining spaces.
Asking Price
$199,900
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Posting: 286075 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is a versatile restaurant and bar venue, equipped with a coveted type 47 liquor license and full entertainment license. This dynamic space offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to seamlessly operate as a unified entity or as two distinct businesses.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 286069 | Available | 4/9/24
Asset sale only, no business name or training: "The OC Lau restaurant". Vietnamese Seafood restaurants are commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine. The restaurant has gross sales of $900,000 per year and holds a B&W license. It is 1,300 sq ft. for a total rent of $4,500.
Asking Price
$140,000
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Posting: 282859 | Available | 4/9/24
Price reduced! This is a turnkey sushi restaurant for sale in the Beverly Grove area! This is a rare opportunity as the premises come with a non-expiring CUP that includes a Type 41 Beer & Wine license. The kitchen features a 10-foot hood and well-maintained kitchen equipment.
Asking Price
$98,000
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Posting: 286048 | Available | 4/8/24
Situated adjacent to a bustling supermarket, the restaurant benefits from high foot traffic, making it a popular choice among shoppers and residents. Currently operated by a team of employees, this business ensures a seamless and straightforward operational experience for the new owner.
Asking Price
$67,000
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$200,000
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Posting: 286042 | Available | 4/8/24
The business located in the beautiful Historical Old Town of Orange is very profitable! Its success can be attributed to several factors, including its prime location, high traffic area, and proximity to the circle. The area boasts great visibility, street access, and favorable demographics.
Asking Price
$450,000
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$180,000
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Posting: 286040 | Available | 4/8/24
The Japanese sushi restaurant has been well established for 7 years and is situated in a highly bustling shopping area with a Starbucks drive-thru. The current owners, a husband and wife duo, do not possess any culinary expertise or involvement in the cooking process.
Asking Price
$299,000
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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.
Asking Price
$168,000
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Posting: 285366 | Available | 4/8/24
Well-established for over 26 years is this Vietnamese & French restaurant located in a busy shopping center on Euclid Street. They current husband & wife owners have many restaurants & bars, but unfortunately the wife has serious health issues and has to sell this restaurant to reduce her stress.
Asking Price
$415,000
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Posting: 257099 | Available | 4/8/24
This is a well established seafood restaurant located on busy shopping center. It has annual sales of approximately $1.1-1.2 million. The size is approximately 4,900 sq. ft. The rent is $11,373 and the lease is 15 years. It has a Type 47 liquor license. This is a one of a kind opportunity!
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$450,000
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Posting: 286033 | Available | 4/8/24
The newly constructed building, which has undergone interior renovations, has been in operation for about 7 years, maintaining a clean and well-decorated atmosphere. The surrounding area consists entirely of apartment complexes with 1,900 units, making it advantageous to operate on.
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$99,000
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Posting: 283045 | Available | 4/6/24
A Pacifica household name! This long-time full-service bar and restaurant has been serving delicious food and drinks for decades! This fantastic location is coupled with a Type 47 liquor license, Type 1 hood, extra large walk-in cooler, plenty of storage, bar/dining room seating, outdoor seating!!
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$495,000
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Posting: 286008 | Available | 4/5/24
The Asian restaurant is for an asset sale.It is currently closed for remodeling but can be easily converted to another concept. It is situated in a busy shopping center with high traffic and ample parking. The monthly rent is $6,277 plus $1,632 for NNN. The store size is 1,395 square feet.
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$100,000
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Posting: 286010 | Available | 4/5/24
Japanese restaurant with Beer & Wine license in Torrance for Asset Sale. Price: $450,000 Size: 2,600sf plus 400sf patio. Seating: 48+ inside & 18+ outside Rent: $10,557 included NNN/mo. Lease: 3 years plus 5 years option or new long term Lease License: Beer & Wine 2 Kitchen hoods & grease trap
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$450,000
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Posting: 285018 | Available | 4/5/24
For sale is a hot pot restaurant that has lower than market rent. This restaurant has been there for 10 years with loyal customers. The size of the restaurant is 5,000 sq ft. and rent is $7,800. Last year's sales were around $1,200,000. Currently, the owner works a couple of days for a few hours
Asking Price
$349,999
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$120,000
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Posting: 285427 | Available | 4/5/24
This well-established Mexican restaurant boasts a reputation for serving authentic Hispanic-cuisine style dishes, with a particular emphasis on seafood. It offers daily specials designed to entice patrons every day of the week. Guests can enjoy beer and wine selections in a vibrant atmosphere.
Asking Price
$350,000
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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.
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$245,000
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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: 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
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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
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.
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$150,000
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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
Cash flow
$219,950
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$219,950
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Posting: 283295 | Available | 5/12/24
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: 284590 | Available | 1/9/24
This successful restaurant in the heart of West Hills boasts a vibrant live music atmosphere, immaculate food, and an impressively designed 2,500 sq. ft. space. Net income of $20,000 a month.
Asking Price
$675,000
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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.
Asking Price
$99,999
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Posting: 269121 | Available | 7/29/21
Mediterranean restaurant for sale in El Cajon, San Diego County. Absentee owner. Owner lives out of area. Large seating. Great for hosting events. Prep kitchen, kitchen, updated seating area modern rustic look. Business ready for new owner to put in their own ideas and growth.
Asking Price
$250,000
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$60,000
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$240,000
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Posting: 282955 | Available | 3/25/24
Are you ready to turn your passion for pizza into a lucrative business venture? Look no further! We're excited to present an exclusive opportunity to own a thriving pizzeria in an upscale area with incredible visibility.
Asking Price
$99,000
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Posting: 284320 | Available | 2/3/24
A decade-old neighborhood hot spot is now for sale in Oakland. This popular restaurant and beer bar opened in 2012. The concept has seen great success and profits over the years. It boasts one of Oakland's best all-weather outdoor dining spaces with views.
Asking Price
$545,000
Cash flow
$307,452
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$1,020,000
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Posting: 285684 | Available | 3/17/24
This restaurant has a lot of potential as it is located in a plaza with a lot of foot traffic. This restaurant has customers who come to the restaurant and customers who come to the bar, so I think business will be good regardless of which concept the new owner uses.
Asking Price
$449,000
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Posting: 286048 | Available | 4/8/24
Situated adjacent to a bustling supermarket, the restaurant benefits from high foot traffic, making it a popular choice among shoppers and residents. Currently operated by a team of employees, this business ensures a seamless and straightforward operational experience for the new owner.
Asking Price
$67,000
Cash flow
$132,900
Revenue
$730,000
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Posting: 282971 | Available | 4/16/24
For sale is a bustling cafe situated on one of Los Angeles' most high-traffic thoroughfares, offering an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established breakfast and lunch venue that has thrived for over 17 years.
Asking Price
$325,000
Cash flow
$160,435
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$1,232,233
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Posting: 283656 | Available | 5/2/24
Extremely attractive Mexican family restaurant with full liquor and a community favorite for over 40 years! Offering an incredible lease through 2042, with only 2% annual increases every five years. An expansive remodel was completed in 2022 with new equipment, flooring, new lighting & much more!
Asking Price
$299,000
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Posting: 284774 | Available | 3/1/24
For sale is a well-established, traditional smoked BBQ restaurant that was ranked Best BBQ Restaurants with Best Reviews. The restaurant has good cash flow and lots of catering orders daily. The size is 1,450 sq. ft, a new long-term lease is negotiable. Business hours are 6 days/week.
Asking Price
$299,000
Cash flow
$546,825
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$3,400,000
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Posting: 284067 | Available | 11/29/23
We are offering a package of 2 profitable, absentee-run, bistro-style restaurants in very desirable high-traffic locations. The locations can be purchased separately. The concept and model are scalable. The 2022 Net Sales were $3.4Mil and EBITDA $546k.
Asking Price
$1,900,000
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$1,100,000
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Posting: 284282 | Available | 4/4/24
For sale is a well-established sushi restaurant in the community that has great responses on Yelp! Currently, the restaurant is open 6 days a week with an A La Carte Menu. It is a good size of 1,500 sq ft. with a great rent of $8,800 including NNN and plenty of parking spaces.
Asking Price
$495,000
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$2,200,000
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Posting: 285463 | Available | 3/1/24
This is a very profitable, well-established Chinese restaurant for sale near freeway in San Diego north County. It sits in a center of higher income household area. The 2,995 sq ft. space is great with the ambiance and cozy atmosphere, has large patio space with a rent of $14K.
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$650,000
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Posting: 286445 | Available | 5/7/24
This great Mexican restaurant is located in a nice, locally owned commercial center with ample parking. The restaurant offers a nice-sized dining area, compact kitchen, and several tables for outside seating. The commercial center sits on a busy thoroughfare.
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$95,000
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Posting: 286271 | Available | 4/26/24
This is an incredible opportunity to own a word class brewery with a large restaurant in the South Bay. Capacity to brew 500 barrels of beer monthly. All equipment is in excellent condition. Includes a fully-equipped restaurant as well with a huge patio and tons of on site parking.
Asking Price
$2,900,000
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$100,000
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Posting: 281455 | Available | 8/4/23
For an asset sale is a well-known Korean restaurant located at Embarcadero San Francisco. It comes with a full kitchen and a large seating area, and it is good for the catering business. There are 4 part-time employees (payroll $40,000/year) and there are 49 inside seats and 49 patio seats.
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$150,000
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Posting: 284435 | Available | 4/27/24
A 2-story red brick building + bar and lounge is for sale in the Oakland Jack London Square district. The architectural style is an early 20th-century utilitarian building. Zoning is C-40, Community Thoroughfare. The current use is as an event venue - music events, birthday parties, reunions, etc.
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$1,500,000
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Posting: 286075 | Available | 4/9/24
For sale is a versatile restaurant and bar venue, equipped with a coveted type 47 liquor license and full entertainment license. This dynamic space offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to seamlessly operate as a unified entity or as two distinct businesses.
Asking Price
$399,000
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Posting: 283283 | Available | 2/28/24
The owner is currently operating a sushi restaurant. The buyer can continue to run it as a sushi restaurant or change it to a different concept of their choice. The restaurant comes with almost all the necessary equipment. The available seating capacity is 80 seats.
Asking Price
$90,000
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Posting: 286010 | Available | 4/5/24
Japanese restaurant with Beer & Wine license in Torrance for Asset Sale. Price: $450,000 Size: 2,600sf plus 400sf patio. Seating: 48+ inside & 18+ outside Rent: $10,557 included NNN/mo. Lease: 3 years plus 5 years option or new long term Lease License: Beer & Wine 2 Kitchen hoods & grease trap
Asking Price
$450,000
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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.
In my opinion and experience, an LOI may very well be appropriate for lower middle market transactions of $5,000,000 or more; but, for deals less than that an Asset Purchase Agreement ("APA") with contingencies on the actions of the buyer (and seller) is much more efficient and effective.
Using an earn out can benefit both buyer & seller of a business purchase. A recent question by a buyer in the BizBen ProBuy Program about the best way to structure a business earn out prompted me to ask a panel of BizBen Resources how they would deal with the buyers question on earn out structures.
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.
