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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
Denny's 16851 S Harlan Rd Lathrop, CA 95330	Denny's	American Food, Breakfast, Casual Dining, Diner, Dinner, Lunch	View
Arby's 82111 Avenue 42 Indio, CA 92203	Arby's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Lunch	View
Jimmy Dean's Charbroiled Burgers 22941 Lyons Ave Santa Clarita, CA 91321		Burgers	View
Mama Rosa's Trattoria 37350 De Portola Rd Temecula, CA 92592		Pizza	View
Frosty King Express 1605 E Brundage Ln Bakersfield, CA 93307		Burgers, Sandwich Shop, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Dunkin' 1300 Standiford Ave Modesto, CA 95350	Dunkin'	Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Donut Shop, Snacks	View
El Puesto Cocina y Cantina 3700 California Ave Ste 100 Bakersfield, CA 93309		Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Late Night, Mexican Food	View
98 Shabu Grill Seafood AYCE 8526 Westminster Blvd Westminster, CA 92683		Buffet, Chinese Food, Vietnamese Food	View
Del Taco 24909 Pico Canyon Rd Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381	Del Taco	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Firehouse Subs 1113 W Rancho Vista Blvd Ste B Palmdale, CA 93551	Firehouse Subs	Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
Angry Chickz 5801 Folsom Blvd Ste 130 Sacramento, CA 95819		Chicken, Halal Food	View
Starbucks 1700 Park Ave San Jose, CA 95126	Starbucks	Bakery, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Snacks, Tea House	View
Polly's Pies 17198 Norwalk Blvd Cerritos, CA 90703	Polly's Pies	American Food, Bakery, Breakfast, Casual Dining, Dinner, Lunch	View
Taco Bell 725 N Alta Ave Dinuba, CA 93618	Taco Bell	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
The Vault Bar & Grill 73 N Main St Porterville, CA 93257		American Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night	View
Mainzer 655 W Main St Merced, CA 95340		American Food, Brunch, Dinner Theater	View
Cafe Tazza 4584 Dublin Blvd Dublin, CA 94568		Bakery, Indian Food, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 1244 E 17th St Santa Ana, CA 92701	Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen	Dinner, Fast Food, Fried Chicken, Lunch	View
Cattlemens Steakhouse Petaluma 5012 Petaluma Blvd N Petaluma, CA 94952		American Food, Seafood, Steak House	View
Sonic 512 N Ben Maddox Way Visalia, CA 93292	Sonic	Breakfast, Burgers, Dessert, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Ice Cream Shop, Lunch, Take Out and Delivery Only	View
Golden Eagle Restaurant 2101 E Willow St Signal Hill, CA 90755		American Food, BBQ and Southern Food, Brunch	View
Chipotle Mexican Grill 500 Del Monte Ctr Ste 30 Monterey, CA 93940	Chipotle Mexican Grill	Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Angeles Bakery 1833 W 6th St Ste 1831 Los Angeles, CA 90057		Bakery	View
Sonic 1400 N Park Blvd Pittsburg, CA 94565	Sonic	Breakfast, Burgers, Dessert, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Ice Cream Shop, Lunch, Take Out and Delivery Only	View
Yosemite Falls Cafe 4020 N Cedar Ave Fresno, CA 93726		American Food, Bar or Pub, Late Night, Sports 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.