Step into a proven brand, a loyal customer base, and cash flow day 1
Business Description
Steak Sandwich Franchise — Santa Ana, CA | Asking Price: $160,000
Step into a proven brand, a loyal customer base, and cash flow from day one.
Philly's Best Santa Ana is a fully operational fast-casual franchise serving authentic Philadelphia-style cheesesteaks, hoagies, and chicken sandwiches in the heart of Orange County's most populous city. With over 310,000 residents in the immediate trade area and a brand that has built a devoted regional following across Southern California, this location is positioned at the intersection of strong demographics and a differentiated product that simply does not have a direct local competitor.
The business generates revenue across multiple channels — in-store dining, cash, credit, and three active third-party delivery platforms (DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub) — with $475,000 in annual revenue and a gross profit margin exceeding 65%. The location is fully equipped and franchise-ready, with all furniture, fixtures, equipment, POS systems, trained staff, and vendor relationships included in the sale. There is no build-out, no ramp-up, and no guesswork — just a running operation in a proven brand system.
This is a Year 1 location with meaningful upside still on the table. Delivery volume, extended hours, catering, and local marketing are all underdeveloped relative to what the market can support. A motivated owner-operator with food service or retail experience can step in, leverage the Philly Foods franchise infrastructure, and accelerate growth from an already solid foundation.
The seller is committed to a smooth transition and will provide hands-on support alongside the franchisor's mandatory training program. Philly Foods, Inc. provides ongoing operational, marketing, and brand support to all franchisees in good standing.
Asking Price: $160,000 | Est. SDE: ~$51,000 | Gross Margin: 65%+ | Revenue: $475K |
Step into a proven brand, a loyal customer base, and cash flow from day one.
Philly's Best Santa Ana is a fully operational fast-casual franchise serving authentic Philadelphia-style cheesesteaks, hoagies, and chicken sandwiches in the heart of Orange County's most populous city. With over 310,000 residents in the immediate trade area and a brand that has built a devoted regional following across Southern California, this location is positioned at the intersection of strong demographics and a differentiated product that simply does not have a direct local competitor.
The business generates revenue across multiple channels — in-store dining, cash, credit, and three active third-party delivery platforms (DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub) — with $475,000 in annual revenue and a gross profit margin exceeding 65%. The location is fully equipped and franchise-ready, with all furniture, fixtures, equipment, POS systems, trained staff, and vendor relationships included in the sale. There is no build-out, no ramp-up, and no guesswork — just a running operation in a proven brand system.
This is a Year 1 location with meaningful upside still on the table. Delivery volume, extended hours, catering, and local marketing are all underdeveloped relative to what the market can support. A motivated owner-operator with food service or retail experience can step in, leverage the Philly Foods franchise infrastructure, and accelerate growth from an already solid foundation.
The seller is committed to a smooth transition and will provide hands-on support alongside the franchisor's mandatory training program. Philly Foods, Inc. provides ongoing operational, marketing, and brand support to all franchisees in good standing.
Asking Price: $160,000 | Est. SDE: ~$51,000 | Gross Margin: 65%+ | Revenue: $475K |
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 2
- Employees
- 5 (1 Full-time, 4 Part-time)
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- This Philly's Best location operates out of a fully equipped commercial kitchen built to franchise standards, complete with all the equipment needed to run a high-volume fast-casual operation from day one. The sale includes all furniture, fixtures, and equipment — including prep stations, refrigeration units, cooking equipment, a Toast POS system, and a full café build-out. Inventory at normal operating levels is included. The space is configured for both efficient in-store service and seamless third-party delivery fulfillment through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. Everything a new owner needs to open the doors and start serving customers is already in place — no build-out, no equipment sourcing, no setup headaches.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Philly's Best Santa Ana is positioned in the heart of Orange County's most densely populated city, serving a trade area of approximately 310,000 residents. Santa Ana's urban core generates consistent daily foot traffic and strong delivery demand, making it an ideal environment for a value-driven fast-casual concept. The cheesesteak and hoagie category remains highly differentiated in Southern California — Philly's Best holds a distinct niche as an authentic East Coast-style brand in a market largely dominated by tacos, burgers, and pizza. This differentiation, combined with the brand's loyal regional following, gives the Santa Ana location a competitive advantage that is difficult for generic competitors to replicate.
- Opportunities for Growth
- This location is in its first full year of operation, meaning significant revenue upside remains as local brand awareness continues to build in the Santa Ana market. Third-party delivery currently represents just 22.7% of total sales — a figure that can be meaningfully grown through targeted platform promotions and improved online visibility. Extended operating hours, catering services, and local marketing investment represent additional levers that the current ownership has not yet fully pursued. For a buyer with multi-unit ambitions, Philly Foods, Inc. offers a path to additional locations for franchisees who demonstrate operational excellence, making this a potential platform investment, not just a single-store acquisition.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,030
- Rent
- $4,980 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 5/1/2034
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Focused on other opportunities.
- Transition Support
- New ownership will be required to complete Philly Foods, Inc.'s mandated franchisee training program prior to or upon transfer of the franchise agreement. This training covers brand standards, operations, food preparation, and customer service protocols established by the franchisor. In addition to corporate training, the current seller is committed to providing a smooth and thorough transition, including hands-on operational guidance, staff introductions, and vendor relationship handoffs. The combination of structured franchisor support and seller cooperation gives an incoming owner a strong foundation to hit the ground running with confidence from day one.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2529245
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