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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
L A Street Tacos 245 Broadway Chula Vista, CA 91910		Mexican Food, Truck or Cart	View
UCen Soup Guy University Center Ucsb Isla Vista, CA 93106		Soup	View
Poke Bar 555 California St San Francisco, CA 94104	Poke Bar	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Hawaiian Food, Healthy Food, Lunch	View
Cam Hong Restaurant 4068 San Pablo Dam Rd El Sobrante, CA 94803		Deli, Vietnamese Food	View
Papa Murphy's 2621 Balls Ferry Rd Anderson, CA 96007	Papa Murphy's	Dessert, Dinner, Lunch, Pizza, Salad, Take Out and Delivery Only	View
Wingstop 4436 Las Positas Rd Ste 4436 Livermore, CA 94551	Wingstop	Chicken Wings, Counter Service, Dinner, Late Night, Lunch	View
Dulan's On Crenshaw 4859 Crenshaw Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90043		BBQ and Southern Food, Dessert	View
Palermo Bakery 1124 Via Verde San Dimas, CA 91773		Cafe, Dessert, Italian Food	View
Fire and Rice 70 E 4th St Morgan Hill, CA 95037		Asian Food, Hawaiian Food, Truck or Cart	View
Lino's Greenhorn Grill 10720 Pine Dr Wofford Heights, CA 93285		American Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night, Latin American Food, Steak House	View
The Reel Fish Shop & Grill 401 Grove St El Verano, CA 95476		None	View
Mandys Fam Restaurant 13510 Inglewood Ave Hawthorne, CA 90250		Brunch, Coffee Shop, Diner, Sandwich Shop	View
Tokyo Bento 615 N Western Ave Los Angeles, CA 90004		Japanese Food	View
TR Taqueria 190 Town Ctr E Ste E 26 Santa Maria, CA 93454		Mexican Food	View
La Cabana 778 Nogales Ave Walnut, CA 91789		Japanese Food	View
Paris Baguette 550 Market St San Francisco, CA 94104	Paris Baguette	Bakery, Breakfast, Counter Service, Dessert, Lunch, Sandwich Shop, Snacks	View
E Plus Restaurant 490A S Airport Blvd Ste A South San Francisco, CA 94080		Asian Food, Chinese Food	View
664 TJ Birrieria 658 Hollister St San Diego, CA 92154		Mexican Food	View
Delia's Island Blend 1560 S Lewis St Anaheim, CA 92805		Caribbean Food, Seafood	View
Shanghai Chinese Kitchen 17859 Colima Rd City of Industry, CA 91748		Chinese Food, Seafood	View
Country Harvest Restaurant Moorpark 252 Los Angeles Ave Ste A B Moorpark, CA 93021		American Food, Bar or Pub, Brunch, Late Night	View
Madina Market & Grill 1711 Branham Ln Ste A12 San Jose, CA 95118		Halal Food, Mediterranean Food	View
Leon's Wings 5555 E Stearns St Ste 104 Long Beach, CA 90815		Chicken Wings	View
The Salad Grill 11419 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025		Salad	View
Georgie's Mediterranean Cuisine 1365 E Gladstone St Ste 300 Glendora, CA 91740		Greek Food, Mediterranean Food, Middle Eastern 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.