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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
Dairy Queen 9694 Base Line Rd Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701	Dairy Queen	Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Ice Cream Shop, Lunch	View
MrBeast Burger 774 Spectrum Center Dr Irvine, CA 92618	Mr Beast Burger	Beverages, Burgers, Chicken, Meats, Snacks	View
Cafe Me Ryun 966 S Western Ave Los Angeles, CA 90006		None	View
Jack in the Box 1220 Centinela Ave Inglewood, CA 90302	Jack in the Box	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Super Duper Burgers 15991 Los Gatos Blvd Bldg 3 Los Gatos, CA 95032	Super Duper Burgers	Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Fast Food, Lunch, Vegetarian Food	View
Pho Lee 1700 E Valley Pkwy Escondido, CA 92027		Vietnamese Food	View
FreshLy Tea 8532 Westminster Blvd Westminster, CA 92683		Bubble Tea Shop, Coffee Shop, Smoothie & Juice Bar	View
ABC Bakery 1309 Florin Rd Ste F Sacramento, CA 95831		Bakery, Chinese Food	View
Huntress 376 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101		Bar or Pub, Cocktail Lounge, Late Night, Seafood, Steak House	View
Corner Bakery Cafe 23702 El Toro Rd Ste C Lake Forest, CA 92630	Corner Bakery Cafe	American Food, Bakery, Breakfast, Catering, Counter Service, Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich Shop	View
El Jardin 409 E Olive Ave Turlock, CA 95380		Bar or Pub, Late Night, Mexican Food	View
El DFectuoso 25155 Sunnymead Blvd Ste G5 Moreno Valley, CA 92553		Brunch, Mexican Food	View
Taco Bell 5025 S Highway 99 Stockton, CA 95215	Taco Bell	Breakfast, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Starbucks 12475 Rancho Bernardo Rd San Diego, CA 92128	Starbucks	Bakery, Coffee Shop, Counter Service, Dessert, Snacks, Tea House	View
Wendy's 3111 International Blvd Oakland, CA 94601	Wendy's	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
Green Burrito 192 E Redlands Blvd San Bernardino, CA 92408	Green Burrito	American Food, Breakfast, Fast Food, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
Jack in the Box 510 W Hamilton Ave Campbell, CA 95008	Jack in the Box	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch, Mexican Food	View
New Flavor Of India 3684 Rosemead Blvd Rosemead, CA 91770		Indian Food	View
Tokyo Steakhouse 1865 Herndon Ave Clovis, CA 93611		Japanese Food, Sushi	View
Gold Rush Coffee 2742 Broadway Eureka, CA 95501		Coffee Shop	View
Nanami Sushi 263 N Sanderson Ave Hemet, CA 92545		Japanese Food, Seafood, Sushi	View
IHOP 22810 Vanowen St West Hills, CA 91307	IHOP	American Food, Breakfast, Brunch, Casual Dining, Diner, Dinner, Lunch	View
Ricardo's Place 32082 Camino Capistrano San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675		Brunch, Mexican Food	View
Burger King 7218 Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA 95823	Burger King	Breakfast, Burgers, Counter Service, Dinner, Drive Through, Fast Food, Late Night, Lunch	View
Aztec Grill 9120 Old Redwood Hwy Windsor, CA 95492		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.