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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
Joe & The Juice 660 Stanford Shopping Ctr Palo Alto, CA 94304	Joe & The Juice	Breakfast, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Subway 183 E Yorba Linda Blvd Placentia, CA 92870	Subway	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Miso Japanese Restaurant 1517 Broadway Sacramento, CA 95818		Asian Food, Japanese Food, Sushi	View
Royal Donuts 633 S Arroyo Pkwy Pasadena, CA 91105		Coffee Shop, Donut Shop	View
Cold Stone Creamery 3388 W Century Blvd Inglewood, CA 90303	Cold Stone Creamery	Bakery, Catering, Counter Service, Dessert, Ice Cream Shop, Snacks	View
L'uxweet Bakery Cafe 4200 Chino Hills Pkwy Ste 125 Chino Hills, CA 91709		Bakery, Brunch, Bubble Tea Shop	View
Brown's BBQ and Soul Food 410 W San Rafael Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262		BBQ and Southern Food	View
Subway 125 N Tustin St Ste E Orange, CA 92867	Subway	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Jeffry's Wine Country BBQ 819 12th St Ste B Paso Robles, CA 93446		American Food, BBQ and Southern Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night, Wine Bar	View
Tacos El Primo 13033 E Parlier Ave Parlier, CA 93648		Mexican Food	View
Togo's Eateries 5677 Snell Ave San Jose, CA 95123	Togo's Eateries	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Scardina's Delicatessen Delivery 4084 East Ave Livermore, CA 94550		Deli	View
Dream Fountain San Mateo Ave San Bruno, CA 94066		None	View
Mi Mexico Lindo 12655 Westminster Ave Garden Grove, CA 92706		Mexican Food	View
The Seafood Xperience 2100 W Florence Ave Los Angeles, CA 90047		Seafood	View
L A China Express 5130 Huntington Dr S Los Angeles, CA 90032		Chinese Food	View
Melisse 1104 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90401		American Food, Fine Dining, French Food	View
Alvarito's Mexican Food 1679 E Base Line St San Bernardino, CA 92410		Mexican Food	View
Keke's Dinner 2390 Clarke Ave East Palo Alto, CA 94303		None	View
Club 33 Expansion Preview Center Disneyland Hotel Fl 11 Bluesky Anaheim, CA 92805		American Food	View
Noah's New York Bagels 170 Bon Air Ctr Larkspur, CA 94904	Noah's New York Bagels	Bagel Shop, Breakfast, Catering, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Lunch, Snacks	View
Touch of Soul 4336 San Pablo Ave Emeryville, CA 94608		BBQ and Southern Food, Diner	View
Green Onion Chinese Food 30651 Thousand Oaks Blvd Ste F Agoura Hills, CA 91301		Chinese Food	View
Maruca's Mexican Kitchen 137 W 1st St Ste A Tustin, CA 92780		Mexican Food	View
Midori Japanese Cuisine 3440 Sonoma Blvd Vallejo, CA 94590		Japanese 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.