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Restaurant Competitive Intelligence for California

View a list of the local restaurant competition and click on location name for more details regarding estimated visitor traffic, population demographics, popular visit times, and more. Includes a 1, 3, 5-mile site selection data analytics report for each restaurant location.

Restaurant Locations	Affiliation	Services	Report
Fantastic Cafe 24211 Narbonne Ave Lomita, CA 90717		Brunch, Burgers	View
Jersey Mike's 7100 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 153 West Hollywood, CA 90046	Jersey Mike's	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Subway 8133 W Manchester Ave Playa del Rey, CA 90293	Subway	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Love for Creme 181 Sand Creek Rd Brentwood, CA 94513		Bakery	View
Huong Lan Sandwiches 811 Wales Dr Folsom, CA 95630		Sandwich Shop, Vietnamese Food	View
Pho Hoang 1390 G St Arcata, CA 95521		Vietnamese Food	View
Mountain Mike's Pizza 5267 Sunrise Blvd Fair Oaks, CA 95628	Mountain Mike's Pizza	Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Pizza	View
Coffee Shop 3160 Danville Blvd Alamo, CA 94507		Coffee Shop, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Blaze Pizza 5353 Almaden Expy San Jose, CA 95118	Blaze Pizza	Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Pizza	View
Quan Co Ba Lu Saigon 9081 Bolsa Ave Ste 105 Westminster, CA 92683		Vietnamese Food	View
Chaat Bhavan 4112 Grafton St Dublin, CA 94568		Indian Food, Vegetarian Food	View
Rincon Oaxaqueno Restaurant 1544 N Western Ave Los Angeles, CA 90027		Mexican Food	View
Dave’s Hot Chicken 1085 E Brokaw Rd Ste 10 San Jose, CA 95131	Dave’s Hot Chicken	Beverages, Chicken, Chicken Wings, Snacks	View
Shorthorn Bar and Grill 41790 Dorabella Rd Shaver Lake, CA 93664		American Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night, Pool and Billiards	View
Bow Wow Beer Bash 1441 L St San Diego, CA 92101		Non-profit	View
Pascale's Caribean Cuisine 140 Verdugo Rd Glendale, CA 91207		BBQ and Southern Food	View
KFC 6502 Laurel Canyon Blvd North Hollywood, CA 91606	KFC	Breakfast, Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Fried Chicken, Lunch	View
La Michoacana Delicious Ice Cream 4515 E Chapman Ave Orange, CA 92869		Dessert, Ice Cream Shop, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Edo Sushi 8895 Towne Centre Dr San Diego, CA 92122		Japanese Food, Sushi	View
The Pho Shop 3760 Sports Arena Blvd Ste 3 San Diego, CA 92110		Sandwich Shop, Soup, Vietnamese Food	View
Ching Yen 1207 Columbus St Bakersfield, CA 93305		Chinese Food	View
El Burrito Grill 4101 N Bellflower Blvd Long Beach, CA 90808		Mexican Food	View
Hao Jing Seafood Restaurant 2111 S Hacienda Blvd Hacienda Heights, CA 91745		Chinese Food, Seafood	View
Tacos La Playita 2580 Jefferson St Napa, CA 94558		Mexican Food	View
Pacifico Fish Restaurant 15354 Alton Pkwy Irvine, CA 92618		Mexican Food, Seafood	View

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Restaurant Site Selection Considerations for California

Since 2014, Marc Smookler, Kevin James, and the Plotr Team have been empowering business operators and owners with location data insights. They are the geo-intelligence experts.

Poor site selection stands as a critical factor contributing to the failure of restaurants in California. Neglecting the significance of site selection can have detrimental consequences that ultimately lead to a restaurant going out of business.

Firstly, selecting a location with inadequate foot traffic can severely hinder a restaurant's chances of success. If a restaurant is situated in an area with low visibility or limited customer flow, it will struggle to attract a sufficient number of patrons. Insufficient foot traffic directly impacts customer acquisition and can result in reduced revenue and profitability, making it difficult for the restaurant to sustain its operations.

Secondly, poor site selection may lead to intense competition and market saturation. California, with its diverse culinary landscape, demands careful consideration of existing competitors. Choosing a site in close proximity to well-established, popular restaurants without offering a unique value proposition can dilute the customer base and lead to fierce competition. In such scenarios, the restaurant may struggle to differentiate itself, resulting in decreased market share and potential failure.

Thirdly, ignoring the demographics and preferences of the local population can prove detrimental. Understanding the target market's characteristics, such as age, income levels, and cultural preferences, is crucial for tailoring the restaurant's offerings and ambiance. Failure to align with the preferences and demands of the local population may result in a lack of customer interest and loyalty, leading to declining patronage and eventual closure.

Lastly, disregarding essential infrastructure factors can contribute to a restaurant's downfall. Factors such as parking availability, accessibility to public transportation, and proximity to major attractions or residential areas significantly impact customer convenience. If a site lacks adequate parking or is challenging to reach, potential diners may choose more accessible alternatives, resulting in lost business opportunities.

In conclusion, poor site selection acts as a critical failure factor for restaurants in California. It diminishes visibility, exposes the business to intense competition, disregards the preferences of the local population, and neglects crucial infrastructure considerations. To avoid the risks associated with poor site selection, thorough research, data analysis, and a deep understanding of the target market are necessary to identify a prime location that will maximize the restaurant's chances of success and sustainability.