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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
Flying Fish Grill Mission St Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923		Japanese Food, Seafood	View
Super Donut 193 Welburn Ave Ste B Gilroy, CA 95020		Bakery, Donut Shop	View
Channel Islands Juice Company 291 E Thompson Blvd Ventura, CA 93001		Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Nosh House by OC Kosher 678 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92780		Deli, Kosher Food	View
Kwok Hong Chinese Herbs 14441 Griffith St San Leandro, CA 94577		Chinese Food	View
Sticks Market 13710 Donner Pass Rd Truckee, CA 96161		Sandwich Shop	View
A Restaurant Specialist 2398 Fair Oaks Blvd Sacramento, CA 95825		None	View
Shawowrma Mediterranean Street Food 1505 S Winchester Blvd San Jose, CA 95128		Mediterranean Food, Middle Eastern Food	View
Food Truck Fridays Elm St And 1st St Long Beach, CA 90802		Truck or Cart	View
UCen Soup Guy University Center Ucsb Isla Vista, CA 93106		Soup	View
San Diego Style Sombrero Mexican Food 12346 Woodside Ave Lakeside, CA 92040	San Diego Style Sombrero Mexican Food	Breakfast, Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Tuk Tuk Eatery 879 W Harbor Dr Ste B San Diego, CA 92101		Asian Food	View
Copacabana Acai 615 N Western Ave Los Angeles, CA 90004		Dessert, Smoothie & Juice Bar	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
Greenview Restaurant 19210 Hartmann Rd Hidden Valley Lake, CA 95467		American Food, Brunch, Dessert	View
Noodle Ly 437 Old Mammoth Rd Ste 146 Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546		Noodles, Thai Food, Vietnamese Food	View
The Cheese School of San Francisco 900 N Point St Ste K201 San Francisco, CA 94109		Cafe	View
Mini's Market & Deli 4140 Redwood Hwy San Rafael, CA 94903		Deli	View
Nam Giao Restaurant 2066 Tully Rd San Jose, CA 95122		Soup, Vietnamese Food	View
Bitchin' Baklava 4031 Balboa St San Francisco, CA 94121		African Food, Bakery, Dessert, Middle Eastern Food	View
Mrs Moon's Cafe 740 Texas St Ste 101 Fairfield, CA 94533		None	View
Chengdu Taste 18406 Colima Rd # 8 Rowland Heights, CA 91748		Chinese Food	View
Nani's Hot Steamy Buns 9932 Mesa Rim Rd San Diego, CA 92121		Catering, Truck or Cart	View
Heroic Italian 572 Castro St San Francisco, CA 94114		Bar or Pub, Italian Food, Late Night, Sandwich Shop, Wine Bar	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.

When it comes to restaurants in California, the art of site selection cannot be underestimated. California offers a dynamic dining scene with a myriad of choices for food enthusiasts, making it imperative for restaurants to carefully consider their location for maximum impact and success.

The geographical positioning of a restaurant in California can significantly influence its fortunes. Being situated in a bustling area with high foot traffic can attract both locals and tourists, ensuring a steady flow of potential customers. Moreover, a strategic location near popular landmarks, shopping centers, or entertainment venues can help capitalize on the existing footfall and capture the attention of passersby.

However, site selection in California extends beyond just physical proximity. Understanding the unique characteristics and preferences of the local population is equally vital. California boasts diverse demographics, and a restaurant must align its concept, cuisine, and ambiance with the tastes and expectations of its target market. By conducting thorough market research and identifying gaps or untapped niches, restaurants can position themselves as innovative, must-visit destinations that cater to the specific desires of California' culinary enthusiasts.

In addition, California is known for its vibrant culinary community, which presents both opportunities and challenges. Careful consideration of the competition in the area is essential to identify gaps in the market and differentiate the restaurant from existing options. By offering a unique value proposition, such as a specialized menu, a distinct dining experience, or exceptional customer service, a restaurant can carve its own niche and attract a loyal following.