Keith has 48 years of restaurant, bar and catering experience, including 20 years as an owner/operator.
After graduating from the London College of Hotel and Catering, Keith gained initial experience as a Chef in many of London’s renowned restaurants.
In the ‘80’s he became the Managing Director of a large catering company taking on the responsibilities for prestigious events for the
British Royal family, British Government
and their dignitaries & many commercial events for a period of 10 years.
Since moving to the USA in 1996, Keith has owned three successful restaurants and a catering company in Northern California.
In 2013, he was chosen from stiff competition to host an 8-episode series for the Food Network Channel called ‘Buy This Restaurant.‘
Keith Simpson joined Restaurant Realty in 2012 focusing on Northern California. As a Restaurant Broker for over 15 years, he has personally Sold 150+ Restaurants, including 20 Restaurants in 2021 alone.
Lastly, Keith also runs TheRestaurantTutor.com as a Restaurant Consultant helping restaurateurs reconfigure, redefine, revamp and relaunch restaurant and bar businesses making them profitable.
We are excited to have him join our LA Office and wish him much success!
AVAILABLE FOR SALE
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2,000 sq ft Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Restaurant with 1,500 sq ft Outdoor Patio Garden
Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $850,000
This restaurant is located in a residential neighborhood of the east-central region of Los Angeles, northwest of downtown, bordered by Silver Lake to the...
- Sq Ft2,000 + 15,00 patio
- TypeCafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4493
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Active
9,500 sq ft Restaurant with 2 Hard Liquor Licensed Bars, 2 dining rooms & Banquet Room
Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $950,000
Beautiful corner location in NW LA, close by Beverly Hills with huge curb appeal & brick charm. Built in the 1930’s and oozing with...
- Sq Ft9,500
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4492
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Active
SBA Pre-Approved Franchised Sandwich Shop
San Diego County, CA
Offered At $496,000
SBA Pre-Approved on highly profitable national sandwich franchise. Loan payments estimated at approximately $5k per month (4% of revenues) for fixed 10 year loan...
- Sq FtApproximately 1,200 square feet
- TypeDeli, Franchises for Sale, Quick Service Restaurant
- RRC#4489
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Active
Price Reduced - 'Blue Lounge' Hookah Cafe located between West Hollywood and Glendale - LA
1551 N Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $160,000
The price has been reduced for the ‘Blue Lounge’ which is an excellent example of a quality Hookah Lounge located between West Hollywood and...
- Sq Ft1,850 Indoors 1,800 Outdoor Patio
- TypeBring Your Own Concept, Other Food Service Operation, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4481
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Active
Est 1964 - Iconic Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Restaurant Located in Los Angeles County with Hard Liquor License
Glendale, CA
Offered At $2,500,000
An iconic, popular Diner located in Northern Los Angeles County. SBA Pre-approved for an 85% loan. This restaurant has been serving from-scratch American and...
- Sq Ft4,554
- RRC#4475
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Active
1,200 Sq ft Quick Service Restaurant in Ventura County with Beer & Wine and Oodles of Character
Ventura, CA
Offered At $200,000
1,200 Sq ft Quick Service Restaurant just a couple blocks from the Ocean and Hwy 101 in Ventura. Loved by Tourists and Locals alike...
- Sq Ft1,200
- TypePizzeria for Sale, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4474
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Active
85% SBA Loan Approved – Established Restaurant in Highly Desired Area of Coastal San Diego
San Diego, CA
Offered At $385,000
This restaurant is located in a highly desirable area of coastal San Diego and had earnings that exceeded $195,000 in 2022. It is situated...
- Sq Ft1,250
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4471
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Active
Established 42 Years – Famed Mexican 2,800 sq ft + 700 Patio Restaurant - $2.4 Million Annual Sales – ABC Hard Liquor License
North Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $745,000
SBA loan approved for Well Established (1981) Authentic Mexican restaurant with ABC type 47 hard liquor license and indoor seating for 100 plus a...
- Sq Ft2,800 + 700 Patio
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4463
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Active
Michelin Guide Acclaimed - San Diego County - Seaside Resort Town – Successful 2800 sq ft restaurant
San Diego County, CA
Offered At $475,000
SBA loan pre-approved for this highly acclaimed Michelin Guide restaurant located in Seaside Resort city. Annual sales revenues exceeded $1.2 million in 2022, and...
- Sq Ft2,800
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4461
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Active
Established in 2008 – SBA Loan Pre-Approved - Highly Successful 3000 sq ft - Breakfast/Lunch with ABC Hard Liquor License
Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $1,195,000
A solid reputation with a consistent year-round revenue stream from a diverse customer base. 87 seat indoor dining with the elevated patio seating for...
- Sq Ft3,300 + 800 Patio
- TypeCafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Deli, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4455
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Active PRICE REDUCED
Price Reduction - Seller Carry with $50k Down - LA County Seafood Restaurant with Wet Fish Counter - Huge Growth Opportunity
Northern Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $125,000
Price Reduced to $125,000 for this profitable restaurant. The Owners serious illness forces the sale and is willing to carry a large long term...
- Sq Ft1,750 Indoors +500 Patio
- TypeBring Your Own Concept, Other Food Service Operation, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4452
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Active PRICE REDUCED
Price Reduced - Only $99,000 for Turn Key Pizza Franchise Restaurant located in North Los Angeles County
North Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $99,000
Price Reduced to $99,000 for this fully equipped 2,150 square feet modern Pizza Franchise operation located next to the main freeway in Northern LA...
- Sq Ft2,150
- TypePizzeria for Sale, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4440
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Active IN ESCROW
Mexican Restaurant With Beer/Wine Major Boulevard
Studio City, CA
Offered At $109,000
Established in 2008, located minutes from Universal Studios, one of America’s top tourist destinations, this 1,500 square foot restaurant has been a consistently popular...
- Sq Ft1,500
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4436
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Active
Brand Name Hamburger Franchise Busy Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $559,000
Located in Eagle Rock in a busy shopping center with major brand-name anchor stores and close freeway access, this food chain has thrived since...
- Sq Ft2,000
- TypeFranchises for Sale
- RRC#4425
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Active
Delicatessen SFV Landmark for 50+ years
Canoga Park, CA
Offered At $225,000
This popular, long-established deli restaurant, has been preparing fresh authentic deli food served by a friendly attentive long-time staff. Fresh ingredients and everything made...
- Sq Ft4,521
- TypeDeli, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4422
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Active IN ESCROW
Handsome 9th Floor Café/Deli with views of Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $195,000
Handsome 9th Floor Café/Deli with views of Downtown Los Angeles Located in the Heart of the Financial/Legal and Residential District. 50% of the business...
- Sq Ft1,156 Cafe +500 storage
- TypeBring Your Own Concept, Cafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Deli, Quick Service Restaurant
- RRC#4417
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Active IN ESCROW
Price Reduced to $195,000 - Italian Deli with Specialty Grocery Store and Cafe - LA Coastal Town Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $195,000
In business for 30 years this specialist Grocery Store is located near the coast of Los Angeles County. This Deli is where you’ll find...
- Sq Ft4,036
- TypeCafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Deli, Dessert Shop, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale, Wine Bar
- RRC#4413
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Active PRICE REDUCED
Mediterranean Restaurant with Full ABC/Live Entertainment/Hookah Since 1983
West Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $450,000
Founded in 1983, this consistently profitable, classy popular Westside nightclub/bar/restaurant has remained a popular destination for Angelenos. With 5,700 square feet, this establishment is...
- Sq Ft5,700
- TypeNightclubs for Sale
- RRC#4408
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Active PRICE REDUCED
Price Reduction - 6th St, Downtown Los Angeles – Asset sale – 1,400 sq ft Fully Fitted QSR Style – Bring your Own Concept - Long Lease with Options
630 W 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $85,000
The price has been reduced for this perfect Restaurant Location for ALL styles of Quick Service with inside seating. Currently closed but located in...
- Sq Ft1,400
- TypeQuick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale, Space for Lease
- RRC#4406
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Active IN ESCROW
Weekday Cafe Open Mon thru Friday for Breakfast & Lunch
San Diego County, CA
Offered At $70,000
Full kitchen with Type 1 Hood, Grease Trap, Refrigerators or more. Kitchen equipment is all owned and included in the sale. This cafe is...
- Sq Ft1,222
- TypeBring Your Own Concept, Deli, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4400
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Active
$3.5 Million Annual Revenue Steakhouse with Heated/Cooled Covered Patio – LA County
Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $1,795,000
SBA Loan pre-approved for this striking, visually stunning steakhouse Restaurant and Hard Liquor Bar, successfully operated for 14 years. This restaurant is located on...
- Sq Ft5,684 plus 670 Patio
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4386
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Mexican Restaurant With ABC 38 Years of Profitability
Simi Valley, CA
Offered At $149,000
Located in a fast-growing community, this establishment, owned and operated by the same family since 1984, has been consistently profitable. Customers come to enjoy...
- Sq Ft2,000
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4381
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Active IN ESCROW
Beautiful Sushi Restaurant in Great Location
San Diego County, CA
Offered At $90,000
Well established full service Sushi & Japanese cooked foods in area with very strong demographics. Full Sushi Bar (approximately 15 feet) with 2 sushi...
- Sq Ft2,000 approximately
- TypeSushi & Japanese
- RRC#4374
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Active
$168,000 Profit - Quick Service - Acai Berry Bowls, Juices & Smoothies Restaurants in LA County
Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $375,000
Price Reduced to $375,000 with pre approved SBA financing in place for well qualified experienced Buyers. This established Acai Berry Bowls, Juices & Smoothies...
- Sq Ft2,986 & 810
- TypeIce Cream / Frozen Yogurt Shops, Juice & Smoothie Bar, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4361
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Active IN ESCROW
Price Reduced $150,000 FIRM- Pastries & Gelato Franchise – Corner Location – Santa Monica, LA
Santa Monica, CA
Offered At $150,000
Price Reduced to not less than $150,000 for this quaint European style Dessert and Pastry Café Franchise located in Santa Monica in Los Angeles...
- Sq Ft700 + 300 Patio
- TypeBakery / Baked Goods Shops, Cafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Deli, Dessert Shop, Franchises for Sale, Ice Cream / Frozen Yogurt Shops, Juice & Smoothie Bar
- RRC#4349
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Active
Mexican Restaurant Long Established with Beer/Wine
Winnetka, CA
Offered At $189,000
Rare opportunity! Located in beautiful family-friendly Winnetka on a busy street, this establishment serves delicious food and offers take-out to a loyal customer base....
- Sq Ft2,800
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4346
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Active
Restaurant Ramen/Sushi/Smoothies Busy Santa Clarita Shopping Center
Santa Clarita, CA
Offered At $120,000
Rare opportunity! Located in beautiful family-friendly Santa Clarita, this establishment serves delicious food and offers take-out to a loyal customer base. A cornerstone of...
- Sq Ft1,200
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4343
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Active PRICE REDUCED
Price Reduced - Highly Profitable, Modern Italian Restaurant with Large Covered & Heated Patio
Bellflower, CA
Offered At $295,000
Price Reduced to $295,000 for this absolutely Turn Key Italian restaurant located near Long Beach. SBA loan Approved and making annual profits of $240,000....
- Sq Ft1,775 + 875 Covered & Heated Patio
- TypeBring Your Own Concept, Other Food Service Operation, Pizzeria for Sale, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4326
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Active IN ESCROW
Restaurant with ABC Highly Profitable
Ventura County, CA
Offered At $595,000
Since 1999, this family-run spacious 4,000 square foot restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week featuring a full selection of hot,...
- Sq Ft4,000
- TypeDeli
- RRC#4314
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Active
Busy Pizzeria NY style, Dining, Delivery, Catering, Recipes, Training, Great Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $395,000
Busy established Pizzeria, Pasta, sandwiches, NY style pizza, Turnkey great Chain concept to expand. Kitchen fully equipped, Type 1 Hood, Pizza Oven, Hobart Mixer,...
- Sq Ft1,200
- TypePizzeria for Sale
- RRC#4280
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Active IN ESCROW
Established European Style Cafe in Urban Area of San Diego
San Diego County, CA
Offered At $70,000
Ready for an owner operator to take back to $600,000+ in annual sales. Located in urban area with numerous restaurants in the immediate vicinity....
- Sq Ft1,100 sf approx
- TypeBakery / Baked Goods Shops, Bars for Sale, Bring Your Own Concept, Cafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Dessert Shop, Ice Cream / Frozen Yogurt Shops, Restaurants for Sale, To Go
- RRC#4270
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Active
Mexican Restaurant With ABC 24 Years of Profitability
Valencia, CA
Offered At $290,000
Located in a fast-growing community, this establishment, owned and operated by the same family since 1998, has been consistently profitable. Customers come to enjoy...
- Sq Ft1,500
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4264
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Active
SBA Pre-Approved 85% loan - Successful “Charleys Philly Steaks” Franchise - Prime Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Offered At $899,950
Charleys, is THE place that’s all about the classic sandwich from Philly! Founded in 1986, with over 650 locations in 46 U.S. states and...
- Sq Ft650
- TypeFranchises for Sale, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale, To Go
- RRC#4258
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Active
Fully Fitted Quick Service Restaurant - Bring your own Concept - Downtown LA - Completely Turn Key
Los Angeles, CA
Offered at $145,000
This is a fine example of a QSR service restaurant. Completely rebuilt in 2020 with a brand new kitchen. 12ft Type 1 hood with...
- Sq Ft1,900
- TypeBring Your Own Concept, Catering / Commercial Kitchen, Other Food Service Operation, Quick Service Restaurant, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#4121
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Active
Moorpark Burger Restaurant Great Lease Terms
Moorpark, CA
Offered at $139,000
This family run 1,200 s.f. business, established in 2013, is a popular eating spot in East Ventura County. Menu includes a selection of popular...
- Sq Ft1,200
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#4034
SOLD/LEASED
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Sold
Ventura Restaurant/Bar Full ABC with Live Music
Ventura, CA
Offered At $379,000
This one-of-a-kind recently renovated establishment, located on a main street, is one of the area’s most popular gathering spots offering fine wines, craft beers,...
- Sq Ft3,800
- TypeBars for Sale
- RRC#4279
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Active Leased Sold
Below Market Retail Space Sublease in Kearny Mesa
4411 Mercury St., San Diego, Suite 102, CA
For Lease $3,600 per month
Below market base rental rate of $1.70 psf, plus $0.52 psf NNN’s, totalling $2.22 psf, versus $2.66 psf for the Central sub-market. Approximately 2...
- Sq Ft2,120
- TypeBars for Sale, Bring Your Own Concept, Other Food Service Operation, Quick Service Restaurant, Space for Lease, Wine Bar
- RRC#4272
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Leased Sold
Downtown LA Hotel - $0 Purchase - Lease First Floor & Basement Fully Equipped Bar and Restaurants
819 S Flower Street, Los Angeles, CA
For Lease $3.50 & $3.00 PSF - Negotiable per month
$0 to Purchase. Hotel Owner wishes to Lease 2 fully equipped, currently functioning, attractive Bar & Restaurants within this modern hotel to experienced operators....
- Sq Ft3,200 & 2,400
- TypeBars for Sale, Bring Your Own Concept, Catering / Commercial Kitchen, Other Food Service Operation, Restaurants for Sale, Space for Lease
- RRC#4072
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Leased Sold
Free Standing Commercial Kitchen For Lease with Parking -Near 10 Freeway
Los Angeles, CA
Offered at $4,500 per month
Ideal building for food production, catering, small cafe, fast food or delivery biz! Located off the 10 freeway in East Los Angeles, near Cal...
- Sq Ft625
- TypeCatering / Commercial Kitchen, Other Food Service Operation, Space for Lease
- RRC#4003
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Leased Sold
Commercial Kitchen or Charming Neighborhood Cafe for Lease w/Outdoor Dining Area-East LA
Los Angeles, CA 90063
Offered at $4,500 per month
Ideal building for food production, catering, small café, fast food or delivery biz! Health department approved and licensed. Located off the 10 freeway in...
- Sq Ft625
- TypeCatering / Commercial Kitchen, Other Food Service Operation, Space for Lease
- RRC#3964
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Sold
Downtown LA- Fast Casual Sushi Café-Pick Up & Delivery Biz-Tons of Foot Traffic
Los Angeles, CA
Offered at $75,000
Newly remodeled Sushi café in a bustling location between Hope & Flower Streets. Adjacent to 100’s of residential lofts, high rises and eateries. Perfect...
- Sq Ft935
- TypeCafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Juice & Smoothie Bar, Restaurants for Sale, Sushi & Japanese
- RRC#3963
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Sold
Los Angeles Commercial Kitchen or Cafe with Real Estate For Sale-Perfect Ghost Kitchen
Los Angeles, CA 90063
Offered at $350,000
Ideal building for food production, catering, small cafe, fast food or delivery biz! Health department approved and licensed. Well maintained property. Located off the...
- Sq Ft625
- Lot Size.079 Acres
- TypeCatering / Commercial Kitchen, Real Estate for Sale
- RRC#3944
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Leased Sold
Turn-Key, Fully Equipped, Former Chinese Restaurant For Lease--Heart of San Bernardino!
111 E Hospitality Ln, San Bernardino, CA
For Lease $12,750 per month + NNN
“Palace-Like”, Luxuriously Decorated, Freestanding Building, on 1.49 Acre Lot with 259′ frontage on Hospitality Ln. Beautiful Chinese inspired interior design including water fountain within...
- Sq Ft8,000
- TypeSpace for Lease
- RRC#3941
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Sold
SBA Loan Approved at ~$60,000 down. 2019 Profit $185,000 and 2020 estimated higher.
San Diego, CA
Offered At $299,900
Pre-Approved for SBA Loan on business financials (tax returns) up to 80% of purchase price, or approximately $60,000 down payment. In 2019 the business...
- Sq Ft975 inside (does not include outside square feet)
- TypeRestaurants for Sale, Sushi & Japanese
- RRC#3863
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Leased Sold
For Lease-North East L.A. Restaurant & Bar w/ Beer & Wine-Well Equipped-All Furnishings-$7500 Rent
1661 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
For Lease $7,500 /mo gross
This totally turn key, Eagle Rock area restaurant & bar for lease on Colorado Blvd with 2 story building is waiting for your concept....
- Sq Ft2816
- TypeCafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#3766
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Leased Sold
Downtown LA Fast Casual Café-Ready to Go! Perfect for Cold Kitchen Concept, Delivery & To Go Biz!
Los Angeles, CA
Offered At $30,000
Bring your concept to this former vegan turn-key café surrounded by residential & office buildings with ample foot traffic. Perfect for To Go &...
- Sq Ft935
- TypeCafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Juice & Smoothie Bar, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#3754
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Sold
Covid Proof Revenues and Low Price on Grab and Go High End Ice Cream Shop. Over 90% of Customers are Take Out!
San Diego,
Offered At $49,900
Easy to run custom ice cream franchise. Fully turn key operation. Beautifully built space (in 2016) with over $300,000 invested in improvements by owner....
- Sq Ft1,100
- TypeIce Cream / Frozen Yogurt Shops
- RRC#3683
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Sold
Larchmont Village Mexican Restaurant with Beer License
Los Angeles,
Offered At $61,900
Currently operating as a Mexican Grill restaurant but can be easily changed to another venue. Located in a busy high traffic thriving upscale area!...
- Sq Ft1200
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#3137
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Sold
LA BREA-Turn Key Kitchen/Cafe Perfect for To Go/Delivery & Catering Biz-High Traffic-Low Rent
Los Angeles,
Offered At $65,000
Centrally located in Mid-LA, Sits at the corner of a very busy intersection with 90,000 cars passing daily. Turn key café with seating inside...
- Sq Ft600
- TypeBakery / Baked Goods Shops, Cafe / Coffee Shop for Sale, Catering / Commercial Kitchen, Deli, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#3117
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Sold
Pizzeria absentee owner, Turnkey easy operation,low rent,close to Hotels, College, major Blvd, delivery
Los Angeles,
Offered At $125,000
Pizza ,Pasta, Sandwiches, salads, catering and Delivery, Busy Turnkey, Absentee Owner, Easy Operation, Low Rent and overhead, employee run, fully equipped Bakers Pride double...
- Sq Ft750
- TypeBakery / Baked Goods Shops, Deli, Pizzeria for Sale, Restaurants for Sale
- RRC#2863
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Sold
Below market 20 year lease Restaurant, Bar. & Hookah in the University of Southern California Area!
Los Angeles, CA
Offered at $249,000
7500 sq. ft. of dynamic Free Span Garage Space converted to a Restaurant and Bar. The restaurant is totally renovated including but not limited...
- Sq Ft7800
- TypeRestaurants for Sale
- RRC#2561
