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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
Stuffers 2512 Walnut Ave Ste 3 Tustin, CA 92780		Brunch, Burgers, Coffee Shop, Sandwich Shop	View
Red Lantern 746 N Brea Blvd Brea, CA 92821		Chinese Food	View
Wu Ming Hot Pot 529 E Valley Blvd Ste 168 San Gabriel, CA 91776		Chinese Food	View
CottonHi 3825 W 6th St Ste B Los Angeles, CA 90020		Coffee Shop, Ice Cream Shop	View
Villa Fat Cuisine 440 Elkhorn Blvd Ste 5 Rio Linda, CA 95673		Chinese Food, Seafood	View
Local Union 271 271 University Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301		American Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night	View
Centro Storico Spaghetteria 405 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780		Italian Food	View
Tortas Mexico Restaurant 11040 Ventura Blvd Studio City, CA 91604		Brunch, Dessert, Mexican Food	View
TV Donuts 1036 Emerald Bay Rd South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150		Bubble Tea Shop, Coffee Shop, Donut Shop	View
Palm Acai Cafe 2979 College Ave Berkeley, CA 94705		Cafe, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Alex's Tacos Birrieria 1745 S Mountain Ave Ontario, CA 91762		Mexican Food	View
Tupelo Coffee House 5700 Elvas Ave Sacramento, CA 95819		Coffee Shop	View
Krispy Krunchy Chicken 4004 Mowry Ave Fremont, CA 94538	Krispy Krunchy Chicken	Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Fried Chicken, Lunch	View
Santa Fe Basque Restaurant & Bar 3110 N Maroa Ave Fresno, CA 93704		Bar or Pub, European Food, Late Night	View
La Fachada 20 25th St San Diego, CA 92102		Latin American Food, Mexican Food	View
Cantina 31 by Limon y Sal 598 E Main St Ventura, CA 93001		Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Late Night, Mexican Food	View
San Diego's Finest Donuts 3458 University Ave San Diego, CA 92104		Bagel Shop, Donut Shop, Ice Cream Shop	View
The Evergreen Cafe 2831 Wabash Ave Los Angeles, CA 90033		Bagel Shop, Brunch, Coffee Shop	View
Waterfront Cafe 100 Waterfront Pl West Sacramento, CA 95605		Brunch, Diner	View
Felix Trattoria 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd Venice, CA 90291		Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Italian Food, Late Night	View
Bird & Buffalo 4659 Telegraph Ave Oakland, CA 94609		Thai Food	View
Wings Street 2931 Market St San Diego, CA 92102		Chicken Wings	View
Los Comales Restaurant 1520 Alum Rock Ave San Jose, CA 95116		None	View
Round Table Pizza 740 S Main St Fort Bragg, CA 95437	Round Table Pizza	Casual Dining, Catering, Dinner, Lunch, Pizza	View
Oceanic Restaurant 2507 S El Camino Real San Mateo, CA 94403		Chinese Food	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.