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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
Asia Village 747 S Wolfe Rd Sunnyvale, CA 94086		Chinese Food	View
Chick N' Bros 3242 Stevens Creek Blvd San Jose, CA 95117		Burgers, Sandwich Shop, Truck or Cart	View
La Cabana Restaurant 4701 Peck Rd El Monte, CA 91732		Mexican Food	View
Giant New York Pizza 2305 Springs Rd Ste B Vallejo, CA 94591		Pizza	View
King of Thai Noodle 1635 Park St Alameda, CA 94501		Thai Food	View
Kat's Coffee 132 S Vasco Rd Livermore, CA 94551		Coffee Shop	View
Bitez 7 Kersting Ct Sierra Madre, CA 91024		Burgers	View
Geta 165 41st St Oakland, CA 94611		Japanese Food, Sushi	View
The Taco Station 16471 McFadden Ave Tustin, CA 92780		Mexican Food	View
Lawn Universe 350 10th Ave Ste 1000 San Diego, CA 92101		None	View
Little Caesars 2889 Hopyard Rd Pleasanton, CA 94588	Little Caesars	Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Lunch, Pizza	View
Donut King and Water 7502 Katella Ave Stanton, CA 90680		Bakery	View
Las pupusas chalatecas 114 W Avenue 33 Los Angeles, CA 90031		Latin American Food	View
Don Juan Churro Bar 8331 Kern Canyon Rd Bakersfield, CA 93306		Mexican Food	View
The Sandwich Spot 5301 Power Inn Rd Sacramento, CA 95820	The Sandwich Spot	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Great India Cafe 12321 Ventura Blvd Studio City, CA 91604		Indian Food, Pakistani Food	View
Quesadilla Meli's 2700 Future St Los Angeles, CA 90065		Mexican Food, Truck or Cart	View
Afters Ice Cream 1835 Newport Blvd Costa Mesa, CA 92627	Afters Ice Cream	Dessert, Gelato Shop	View
Eta 5630 N Figueroa St Los Angeles, CA 90042		Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Jazz and Blues, Late Night, Seafood	View
Mama's Royal Cafe 4012 Broadway Oakland, CA 94611		Brunch, Burgers, Sandwich Shop	View
Olympic Coffee Shop 12192 San Fernando Rd Sylmar, CA 91342		Brunch, Cafe, Coffee Shop	View
Art Second Saturday Fair Oaks Village Fair Oaks, CA 95628		None	View
The Cravory SDSU 6526 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA 92115		Coffee Shop, Dessert, Ice Cream Shop	View
StarStruck Nutrition 1620 Mendocino Ave Ste B Santa Rosa, CA 95401		Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Fresh MXN Food 1578 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA 92106		Mexican 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.