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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
Burger King 435 Winton Pkwy Livingston, CA 95334	Burger King	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
The Bank Sports Lounge 431 North St Taft, CA 93268		American Food, Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Late Night, Sports Bar	View
Applebee's 1493 N Montebello Blvd Ste A Montebello, CA 90640	Applebee's	American Food, Casual Dining, Catering, Dinner, Drinks, Lunch, Sports Bar	View
Great Plaza Buffet 1840 Garnet Ave San Diego, CA 92109		Buffet, Chinese Food, Japanese Food	View
Tacos Unicos 16105 Arrow Blvd Ste A Fontana, CA 92335		Burgers, Mexican Food	View
Super Mex 250 W Orangethorpe Ave Fullerton, CA 92832	Super Mex	Catering, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Robertito's Taco Shop 854 Clovis Ave Clovis, CA 93612		Brunch, Mexican Food	View
Benihana 1737 Post St San Francisco, CA 94115	Benihana	Casual Dining, Dinner, Grill, Japanese Food, Lunch, Seafood, Steak House, Sushi	View
Chipotle Mexican Grill 80 E Nees Ave Fresno, CA 93720	Chipotle Mexican Grill	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Chipotle Mexican Grill 467 E Betteravia Rd Santa Maria, CA 93454	Chipotle Mexican Grill	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
El Torito 600 Cannery Row Monterey, CA 93940	El Torito	Brunch, Casual Dining, Catering, Cocktail Lounge, Dinner, Drinks, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Burger King 3235 Little League Dr San Bernardino, CA 92407	Burger King	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
Taco Bell 43720 15th St W Lancaster, CA 93534	Taco Bell	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
The Broken Yolk Cafe 884 Eastlake Pkwy Chula Vista, CA 91914	The Broken Yolk Cafe	American Food, Breakfast, Catering, Lunch	View
Curry DO 5300 Beach Blvd Ste 108 Buena Park, CA 90621		Japanese Food	View
Stone Fire Grill 10680 Foothill Blvd Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730	Stone Fire Grill	American Food, BBQ and Southern Food, Casual Dining, Catering, Dinner, Lunch, Salad	View
It's Boba Time 2255 Colorado Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90041	It's Boba Time	Bubble Tea Shop, Counter Service, Drinks, Smoothie & Juice Bar, Snacks, Take Out and Delivery Only	View
Jack in the Box 3188 Baldwin Park Blvd Baldwin Park, CA 91706	Jack in the Box	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf 5865 E Spring St Long Beach, CA 90808	The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf	Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Snacks, Tea House	View
Panda Express 3801 Pelandale Ave Ste A3 Modesto, CA 95356	Panda Express	Catering, Chinese Food, Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Lunch	View
Denny's 1065 Camino del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108	Denny's	American Food, Breakfast, Casual Dining, Diner, Dinner, Lunch	View
Bagels & Blenderz 8200 Stockdale Hwy Ste K1 & K2 Bakersfield, CA 93311		Bagel Shop, Brunch, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Carrow's Family Restaurant 10640 Rosecrans Ave Norwalk, CA 90650		American Food, Brunch, Burgers, Diner	View
Bagels & Brew 21771 Lake Forest Dr Ste 100 Lake Forest, CA 92630		Bagel Shop, Coffee Shop, Sandwich Shop	View
Subway 1821 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Los Angeles, CA 90033	Subway	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	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.