7-Year Sushi Restaurant | Prime Location | High-Upside Turnaround
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Popular AYCE sushi concept in a high-traffic plaza with strong local following and major upside potential.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sushi restaurant with 7 years of operating history in a highly desirable dining corridor. The business benefits from excellent visibility and accessibility, located just off a major freeway exit and surrounded by high-volume retail destinations including Target, IKEA, and other national brands that drive consistent traffic to the area.
The restaurant offers a popular all-you-can-eat (AYCE) concept paired with a modern, inviting atmosphere that customers consistently respond well to. The space delivers a vibrant dine-in experience that encourages repeat visits and group dining.
The concept is fully built out with a dedicated sushi bar and operational infrastructure already in place—allowing a new owner to step in and operate immediately without the time and cost of building from scratch.
While the foundation of the business remains strong, performance has been impacted by limited owner involvement in recent periods. This creates a compelling value-add opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator to re-engage with daily operations, enhance customer experience, and drive revenue growth.
With an established customer base, prime location, and underutilized operational potential, this business is well-positioned for a motivated buyer to unlock immediate and long-term upside.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sushi restaurant with 7 years of operating history in a highly desirable dining corridor. The business benefits from excellent visibility and accessibility, located just off a major freeway exit and surrounded by high-volume retail destinations including Target, IKEA, and other national brands that drive consistent traffic to the area.
The restaurant offers a popular all-you-can-eat (AYCE) concept paired with a modern, inviting atmosphere that customers consistently respond well to. The space delivers a vibrant dine-in experience that encourages repeat visits and group dining.
The concept is fully built out with a dedicated sushi bar and operational infrastructure already in place—allowing a new owner to step in and operate immediately without the time and cost of building from scratch.
While the foundation of the business remains strong, performance has been impacted by limited owner involvement in recent periods. This creates a compelling value-add opportunity for a hands-on owner-operator to re-engage with daily operations, enhance customer experience, and drive revenue growth.
With an established customer base, prime location, and underutilized operational potential, this business is well-positioned for a motivated buyer to unlock immediate and long-term upside.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 8
- Employees
- 10 (5 Full-time, 5 Part-time)
- Facilities & Assets
- Located in a highly visible end-cap space within a busy neighborhood retail plaza, the restaurant features approximately 2,000 sq. ft. of interior space plus a 900 sq. ft. outdoor patio. The space is fully built out with a dedicated bar with seating, dining area, sushi bar, and a complete commercial kitchen including refrigeration, prep stations, stove, deep fryer and storage. All furniture, fixtures, and equipment are included.
The plaza is anchored by popular dining and retail tenants such as 85°C Bakery Cafe, Dave’s Hot Chicken, and other established Asian concepts, generating consistent foot traffic. Ample shared parking and Tesla charging stations further enhance customer flow.
Current rent is approximately $15,500/month (NNN included). Landlord is open to negotiating a new long-term lease (5–10 years with options) for a qualified buyer. - Market Outlook / Competition
- The business is located in a highly desirable and high-traffic area of West Covina, surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods and strong retail demand. The plaza attracts consistent foot traffic throughout the day due to a mix of popular dining concepts, dessert destinations, and national brands, making it a well-known local dining hub.
The area has a strong consumer base with high demand for Asian cuisine, including sushi, which continues to perform well in both dine-in and takeout channels. While there are other dining options nearby, this creates a synergistic environment that drives overall traffic to the plaza rather than direct competition.
With its prime location, strong visibility, and established presence, the business is well-positioned for a hands-on operator to capture additional market share and grow revenue. - Opportunities for Growth
- Significant growth and expansion opportunities exist for a hands-on owner-operator. The business is currently underperforming due to limited owner involvement, leaving clear upside through improved day-to-day management, customer engagement, and operational consistency.
Revenue can be increased through enhanced marketing efforts, including social media, local promotions, and better conversion of existing plaza foot traffic. Additional growth can be achieved by expanding the menu, as the kitchen is equipped with a grill and full commercial stove/oven that are currently underutilized—creating an opportunity to introduce high-margin items such as yakitori and other hot food offerings.
The large patio space also presents an opportunity to enhance the dining experience, increase seating capacity, or host private events. With its strong location and established customer base, a motivated operator can unlock meaningful revenue growth.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,900
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owners unable to manage daily operations; strong opportunity for active operator
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide detailed training and transition support, including hands-on guidance with daily operations, staff, vendors, and systems. Seller is willing to stay on for an agreed-upon period post-sale to ensure a smooth transition and assist in stabilizing and growing the business.
Listing Info
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- 2497896
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