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Posting: 285237 | Available | 2/18/24
This opportunity is also pre-qualified for SBA financing, requiring only a ten percent down payment with a ten-year repayment term. So, you can take advantage of favorable financing terms while stepping into this lucrative venture.
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$259,000
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Posting: 285239 | Available | 2/18/24
Discover an extraordinary gastro pub & brewery ideally positioned near a BART station, ensuring easy access for both locals and commuters. Tucked along a vibrant thoroughfare, this establishment boasts a coveted location teeming with potential. Step inside to an inviting ambiance.
Asking Price
$249,000
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Posting: 285246 | Available | 2/18/24
You cannot beat this high-visibility corner location in this popular East Bay community. The 1,800+/- sf space exudes a small-town vibe but has the population to support high volume. Located on the central thoroughfare for this city this popular eatery pumped out nearly $1.2million in sales in 2023.
Asking Price
$260,000
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$340,000
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$2,980,000
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Posting: 285247 | Available | 2/18/24
Step into the realm of highly successful steakhouse franchise ownership with this incredible opportunity. They are passing on years of goodwill to a qualified operator. This is your chance to stake your claim and lock in a great deal. The business is pre-qualified for an SBA (10-year) loan.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
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$720,000
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Posting: 285243 | Available | 2/18/24
This is a sushi restaurant with great potential located in a busy area. The restaurant has an alcohol license. This is an asset sale. They are open every day with differing hours.
Asking Price
$380,000
Cash flow
$314,812
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$1,232,808
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Posting: 280396 | Available | 2/18/24
For sale is this popular historic (circa 1859) boutique hotel, restaurant & bar with patio dining and including the owner's entirely separate detached 2-bedroom apartment. This is a hotel & restaurant business and a home all in one. The lot size is over 11,500 sq. ft.
Asking Price
$2,300,000
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$250,000
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Posting: 285230 | Available | 2/17/24
After satisfying customers with great food and friendly service, the owners of this highly successful Thai restaurant are ready to pass on years of goodwill to a well-qualified operator. They have good books & records and a great location ready to go. They have many repeat customers.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 285226 | Available | 2/17/24
Tangible asset sale! Located on a bustling street in Laguna Beach, this property is within walking distance of the beach. This is a turn-key opportunity for a sushi restaurant. The sale includes good conditions of the Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E) and a Type 41 license.
Asking Price
$199,999
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$230,000
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$1,000,000
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Posting: 284661 | Available | 2/17/24
This is a well-established, fully equipped, and turn key Italian restaurant for sale. This restaurant is well known for their recipes, real authentic Italian Pizza, pasta made with the freshest ingredients, and excellent customer service with amazing reviews.
Asking Price
$595,000
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Posting: 285192 | Available | 2/15/24
For sale is a restaurant located in the bustling Financial District of San Francisco (open 5 days a week), renowned for its commitment to utilizing locally sourced ingredients. This establishment prides itself on offering a menu crafted with fresh produce and high-quality, ethically raised proteins.
Asking Price
$149,000
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Posting: 285188 | Available | 2/15/24
A Japanese sushi restaurant located in Simi Valley is currently on the market. Boasting 14 seats at the sushi bar and an additional 32 seats in the dining room, it offers ample space for patrons to enjoy their dining experience.
Asking Price
$190,000
Cash flow
$250,000
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$960,000
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Posting: 285182 | Available | 2/15/24
For sale is a well-established Chinese restaurant in San Ramon, California. The seller claims $250k net. It is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to convert it to a Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, Mexican, or Mediterranean or acquire the current concept of a Chinese restaurant.
Asking Price
$288,888
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$435,557
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$1,358,167
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Posting: 285176 | Available | 2/15/24
This greater Brea area restaurant and lounge seamlessly blends 2 extraordinarily popular cuisine into a single fusion experience. The venue, which is comprised of a restaurant, and an entirely separate bar operation each with its own kitchen despite operating under a type 47 liquor license.
Asking Price
$1,300,000
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Posting: 285165 | Available | 2/15/24
The price has been reduced! This 6.94-acre mixed-use property is home to an iconic restaurant, wowing folks for almost 75 years with 180 degrees of stunning mountain and lake views and you can build your dream home on the residential portion of the property! Beer and wine included!
Asking Price
$1,299,999
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$193,982
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Posting: 283956 | Available | 2/13/24
Since 1977, this restaurant has been a beloved provider of authentic and award-winning Thai cuisine serving La Canada Flintridge and its surrounding communities. Generations of customers have returned time and time again to eat classic favorites!
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 275794 | In Escrow | 2/12/24
Price lowered. For sale is a profitable Chinese restaurant in a heavily populated area in South San Diego with high visibility near a major freeway. This restaurant is a single building that has a private parking lot and has been serving San Diego for more than 40 years. The owner plans to retire
Asking Price
$120,000
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Posting: 285111 | Available | 2/12/24
This long standing restaurant is in an excellent high traffic location surrounded by all the big name retailers like Target, Home Depot and Costco to name a few. The owner of 18 years has been operating as a Japanese restaurant and has made the difficult decision to retire.
Asking Price
$95,000
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$140,000
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Posting: 284502 | Available | 2/9/24
This pizzeria does great volume at almost $1.2m a year and the rent is $14k a month for about 1500 sf of space plus a nice and cozy patio. You can continue as this small franchise and pay 5% royalty and bring your established concept here which will be subject to landlord approval.
Asking Price
$249,000
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Posting: 285083 | Available | 2/9/24
This Japanese sushi restaurant is located in a shopping center of Fremont. Great location and 100% absentee run. The owners have other businesses. They don't have enough time to take care of the restaurant. The monthly sales were $100,000~ $120,000 in 2023. The working owner will make more sales.
Asking Price
$445,000
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Posting: 281792 | Available | 2/8/24
This is a restaurant space for sale in San Francisco's vibrant Mission District. The space is located on a busy corridor and is a fully equipped restaurant space. The buildout has a clean, contemporary look that would be a great fit for a range of different concepts.
Asking Price
$99,000
Cash flow
$180,000
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$1,056,000
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Posting: 285057 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a Mexican restaurant that is located inside a major shopping center with a supermarket anchor. There is plenty of parking. It has a beer wine license and they have 4-star Yelp reviews. This is the local favorite place for authentic Mexican food and margaritas after work.
Asking Price
$450,000
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Posting: 285023 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a sports bar and grill that is equipped with 22 taps on beer tower on a custom made bar and 6 on kegerator = 28 taps. It has an on sale type 41 license for beer & wine. It in is located in a strip center with ample parking. The seating capacity is approximately 80+/-.
Asking Price
$250,000
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Posting: 285051 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a great opportunity, in the heart of old town Monrovia. This national franchise business is in a large shopping center anchored by other franchises, and surrounded by offices, retail, and residential buildings that bring lots of traffic year-round.
Asking Price
$159,000
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$998,000
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Posting: 283781 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is colorful Japanese restaurant & sushi bar with a liquor license, located in a shopping center. The business was established in 1984. The present owner has been there for 9 years as semi-absentee, and it is help-run. There are 10 part-time and 3 full-time employees. It's open 6 days.
Asking Price
$198,000
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Posting: 283595 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is a bar and grill with a 47 license. It is a casual, friendly spot with outdoor and indoor seating. Semi-absentee-run and established 30 years ago. There are 3 full-time employees and 8 part-time. The owner does not work at the bar and grill. It is located in a downtown main street.
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$660,000
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Posting: 284285 | Available | 2/8/24
This is an extraordinarily well-maintained restaurant space with two fully equipped kitchens including one with an open-concept layout. With plenty of goodwill, architectural charm and high visibility this space is versatile and well-suited for a variety of restaurant and bar concepts to thrive.
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$349,000
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Posting: 281775 | Available | 2/8/24
This Santa Ana restaurant and bar is located in the heart of its popular historic district. The venue boasts a versatile layout in a prime location with liquor, sidewalk seating, convenient access, and stellar street visibility.
Asking Price
$299,000
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Posting: 246661 | Available | 2/8/24
For sale is an asset sale Taiwanese boba tea, shaved ice, and dessert restaurant. It is well-known to the young crowd and locals. The owner has another business venture that requires his full attention. The store size is 2,237 sq ft. and the rent is $6,800/month. The lease terms are 5+5.
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$119,000
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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
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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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$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: 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
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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.
Asking Price
$245,000
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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: 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
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.
Asking Price
$150,000
Cash flow
$121,000
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$576,000
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Posting: 278600 | Available | 3/4/23
Jinky's Coffee Shop/Restaurant in a highly visible corner location in Santa Monica Promenade. Ocean view from the front of the shop. Newly established for approximately 2 years. Previously was a Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf store. Lots of potential to grow. Lunch and dinner items can be added.
Asking Price
$499,000
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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: 286388 | Available | 5/2/24
A freestanding 3000 SF facility is located in a central Santa Cruz location, equipped with a full bar and off-street parking. Dining and entertaining options include indoor (air-conditioned), outdoor (covered), and at the bar, which also features a cozy fireplace and multiple TVs.
Asking Price
$350,000
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Posting: 285293 | Available | 2/22/24
Opportunity awaits in the upscale Bressi Ranch Village Center, which brings in 2.5 million visitors annually. It is an ideal endcap location offering excellent street visibility and prominent signage. No expense spared, this multi-million dollar buildout features an open concept kitchen.
Asking Price
$495,000
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Posting: 284789 | Available | 4/27/24
For sale is a restaurant that is currently operating as a ramen shop. You can take over and run this restaurant as is, or you can run it as any other type of restaurant. There is no alcohol license. Must see this asset sale!
Asking Price
$65,000
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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.
Asking Price
$149,000
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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.
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$98,000
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Posting: 286124 | Available | 4/14/24
Tangible Asset Sale! This restaurant is located very close to the exit for Freeway 91, surrounded by numerous businesses. Originally established in 2007, it has been successfully operating for almost 14 years. The kitchen features an extensive hood system, a walk-in cooler & freezer.
Asking Price
$135,000
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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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Posting: 282936 | Available | 5/16/24
For sale is a well-established and famous Korean restaurant in Riverside County. Its current monthly sale is about $115,000, and open 6 days a week. It has a spacious 3,500+ sqft with a full kitchen, grease interceptor, and about 10 table hoods for K-BBQ. Its current rent is about $10,300 (w NNN).
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$555,000
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Posting: 285239 | Available | 2/18/24
Discover an extraordinary gastro pub & brewery ideally positioned near a BART station, ensuring easy access for both locals and commuters. Tucked along a vibrant thoroughfare, this establishment boasts a coveted location teeming with potential. Step inside to an inviting ambiance.
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$249,000
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Posting: 286247 | Available | 4/24/24
Indulge in an unparalleled opportunity to own a thriving business in one of the most sought-after locations! Presenting a meticulously crafted upscale restaurant and lounge, boasting a Type 47 license, nestled in a prime, high-traffic area.
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$300,000
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Posting: 282743 | Available | 5/14/24
This is a freestanding building of a Korean restaurant for sale. Rent is $5,800 (no CAM = just rent). There's a 2-year + 5-option lease remaining. The size of the restaurant is 2,800 sq. ft. There's a 10.5-foot type 1 hood in the kitchen. There are 20 parking spots in the parking lot.
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$329,999
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Posting: 285755 | Available | 4/27/24
This is a Mediterranean restaurant for an asset sale. It was remodeled and built out 1 year ago. This restaurant is located in the strip center on busy Travis Blvd. The size is 1,900 sq ft and rent is $3,700 including NNN, water and garbage. There's a fully equipped kitchen with a 10-foot hood.
Asking Price
$149,999
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$120,000
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$600,000
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Posting: 283568 | In Escrow | 10/27/23
This is a profitable Mediterranean restaurant in a popular commercial area. It is located in a busy center by heavy traffic streets with high visibility and close to residential areas. Previously it was a Chinese restaurant with a well-equipped double kitchen ideal for Asian menu concepts.
Asking Price
$189,000
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$149,792
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Posting: 270169 | Available | 10/27/22
This award-winning family restaurant has been serving Japanese and Korean cuisine for over thirty years and has a loyal following in the community. It's located on the corner of a major shopping center and has great visibility from the street. The dining area is tastefully decorated with Asian art.
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$239,000
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Posting: 280473 | Available | 2/3/24
For sale is a hotel with a restaurant and bar that has a hard liquor type 47 license. There are 9 bedrooms in the 6,000 square feet business. A separate precious "Off Sale Type 21" license is available for $200,0000, one of only 4 in Modoc County. It is fully equipped.
Asking Price
$485,000
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Posting: 279336 | Available | 8/2/23
This is an established Thai Asian fusion restaurant for sale in Vallejo tucked away in the golf course/housing community. Parking is easy to find in the small plazas along with other retail shops, delis, and more. The restaurant has a minimalistic white clean aesthetic and an open-airy feeling.
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$150,000
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Posting: 281251 | Available | 4/28/24
For sale is a 17-year established restaurant/cafe in SOMA in SF near AT&T park, Cal Train station, and Safeway. seller is averaging $800- $1000 a day in sales from Monday -Friday 5:30 am to 3 pm, closed on weekends. The lease amount is subject to change.
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$75,000
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Posting: 285444 | In Contract | 3/1/24
For sale is a Vietnamese restaurant in strip center of busy Mira Mesa Blvd. Rent is $4,200 plus NNN by 1,100 sf. The lease has 2 years left, but you may sign a new lease with landlord. There's a fully equipped kitchen type 1 hood, unit cooler/freezer. It is a good location for different concepts.
Asking Price
$150,000
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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.
