Best Restaurant Locations in California

Popular Restaurant Franchises & Brands

Restaurant Ring Radius Site Selection Reports

Purchase your $199 Restaurant Location Site Report

Restaurant 1 3 5 Mile Radius Demographics & Market Data Available

Select your business or a competitor below to unlock site selection insights.

Population Demographics included 5 and 10 year forecasts.
Household Incomes
Weekly Per Capita Expenditures across relevant restaurant categories
Competitive Business Density (aka, how many similar businesses in the location)
Other important factors to your industry

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
Vietnamese Delight 358 W 38th St Unit 1 Los Angeles, CA 90037		Vietnamese Food	View
Saigon Eden 980 E Las Tunas Dr San Gabriel, CA 91776		Noodles, Vietnamese Food	View
Rush Street 9546 Washington Blvd Culver City, CA 90232		American Food, Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Late Night, Sports Bar	View
Lemon Sole 2466 E Chapman Ave Fullerton, CA 92831		Asian Food, Soup, Vietnamese Food	View
Donut Country 10721 14th Ave Armona, CA 93202		Donut Shop	View
Dashiwa Ramen 328 E Huntington Dr Arcadia, CA 91006		Japanese Food, Noodles	View
El Marinero Family Restaurant 11025 Alondra Blvd Norwalk, CA 90650		Bar or Pub, Late Night, Mexican Food, Seafood, Wine Bar	View
All Star Donuts 15680 E 14th St Ashland, CA 94578		Donut Shop	View
Kiko's Mexican Grill 8924 Beverly Blvd Pico Rivera, CA 90660		Mexican Food	View
Bonanza Mexican Restaurant 104 N Main St Lone Pine, CA 93545		Mexican Food	View
KFC 150 E Harvard Blvd Santa Paula, CA 93060	KFC	Breakfast, Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Fried Chicken, Lunch	View
Las Trancas 5351 Atlantic Blvd Maywood, CA 90270		Mexican Food, Seafood	View
Godzila Sushi 1800 Divisadero St San Francisco, CA 94115		Japanese Food, Sushi	View
My Thai 1600 Contra Costa Blvd Ste A Pleasant Hill, CA 94523		Salad, Soup, Thai Food	View
La Bufadora Baja Grill Montclair 4468 Holt Blvd Unit B&C Montclair, CA 91763		Mexican Food	View
Mariscos El Pantano 425 East St Woodland, CA 95776		Mexican Food	View
Avalon Donuts & Deli 15801 S Avalon Blvd Gardena, CA 90248		Deli, Donut Shop	View
Hash Brown Waffles 307 S Mission Dr San Gabriel, CA 91776		Waffles	View
Subway 705 Harbor Pointe Pl Ste B West Sacramento, CA 95605	Subway	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Fish Grill 22935 Pacific Coast Hwy Malibu, CA 90265	Fish Grill	Casual Dining, Dinner, Lunch, Seafood	View
KFC 3144 S Bascom Ave San Jose, CA 95124	KFC	Breakfast, Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Fried Chicken, Lunch	View
Kim Bao Noodle House 8118 Garvey Ave Rosemead, CA 91770		Chinese Food, Noodles	View
Vournas Coffee Trading 175 E Wilbur Rd Ste 201 Thousand Oaks, CA 91360		Coffee Shop	View
Networks Cafe 2700 Colorado Ave Ste 190 Santa Monica, CA 90404		Cafe	View
Round Table Pizza 6467 N Riverside Dr Fresno, CA 93722	Round Table Pizza	Casual Dining, Catering, Dinner, Lunch, Pizza	View

Explore Restaurant Locations by County in California

Unlock population and market insights by exploring the best California's county-level restaurant site locations.

Ideal Restaurant Counties

List of the Best Restaurant Locations by County in California

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.