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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
Super Mex 6429 E Spring St Long Beach, CA 90808	Super Mex	Catering, Dinner, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Sal's Mexican Restaurant Fresno 7476 N Fresno St Fresno, CA 93720		Mexican Food	View
Grammas Country Kitchen 2868 W Ramsey St Banning, CA 92220		American Food	View
Donut Depot 2756 Cochran St Simi Valley, CA 93065		Donut Shop	View
R Burgers 5980 Van Buren Blvd Riverside, CA 92503		Burgers	View
Rascals Teriyaki Grill 1760 N Bellflower Blvd Long Beach, CA 90815		Japanese Food	View
Pancho's Mexican Foods 1231 Johnson Ave San Luis Obispo, CA 93401		Mexican Food	View
Sunny Donut 7056 Archibald Ave Ste 103 Eastvale, CA 92880		Bakery, Donut Shop	View
Carnitas Estilo Michoacan 4809 Marine Ave Lawndale, CA 90260		Mexican Food	View
Organic Fusion Teahouse & Cafe 20162 US Highway 18 Ste I J Apple Valley, CA 92307		Asian Food, Smoothie & Juice Bar, Tea House	View
Monty's Cafe 9425 Penfield Ave Chatsworth, CA 91311		American Food, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
Diana's Restaurant Huntington Park 6035 Pacific Blvd Huntington Park, CA 90255		Mexican Food	View
The Barn Cafe & Restaurant 228 S Oxford Ave Los Angeles, CA 90004		American Food, Cafe, Korean Food	View
Jack in the Box 14304 Amar Rd La Puente, CA 91744	Jack in the Box	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Fire Fish Sushi and More 27507 Ynez Rd Ste B Temecula, CA 92591		Japanese Food, Sushi	View
Starbucks 801 Palm Ave Imperial Beach, CA 91932	Starbucks	Bakery, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Snacks, Tea House	View
On The Border 10789 Westview Pkwy San Diego, CA 92126	On The Border	American Food, Bar or Pub, Mexican Food, Snacks	View
Donut Delicious Coffee Shop 1231 N Cactus Ave Rialto, CA 92376		Coffee Shop, Donut Shop	View
EMO buttons at Lucasfilm Letterman Digital Arts Center The Presidio San Francisco, CA 94129		None	View
Idyllwild Pizza 54391 Village Center Dr Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA 92549		Italian Food, Pizza	View
Mony Ice Cream Truck 3910 University Ave San Diego, CA 92105		Ice Cream Shop	View
Seafood Ranch Grill 2120 Grand Ave Ste A Chino Hills, CA 91709		Dessert, Filipino Food, Seafood	View
Starbucks 2345 Arden Way Sacramento, CA 95825	Starbucks	Bakery, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Snacks, Tea House	View
A'shi Bowl 1605 S Hoover St Ste 109 Los Angeles, CA 90006		Bubble Tea Shop, Chinese Food, Japanese Food	View
Taco Bell 7310 W Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA 95823	Taco Bell	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican 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.