The top-grossing independent restaurants in California

Restaurant Business’ annual Top 100 Independents feature ranks the largest indies in the nation by food and beverage sales. California’s contributions include many seafood concepts located near the water. Click through to see the top-grossing restaurants in California.

A massive underground baking operation produces memorable macarons.

Top 100 rank: 34

2019 sales: $18.5M

2019 meals served: 322,562

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A suburban spinoff of the original Original Joe's is going gangbusters.

Top 100 rank: 42

2019 sales: $18.5M

2019 meals served: 473,492

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New meal kits showcase the ranch's products, from meats to produce.

Top 100 rank: 47

2019 sales: $17.6M

2019 meals served: 611,928

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Open since 2017, this mixed concept serves classic regional Chinese specialties.

Top 100 rank: 63

2019 sales: $15.1M

2019 meals served: 300,000

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The seaside Cliff House is an institution on the outskirts of Golden Gate Park.

Top 100 rank: 71

2019 sales: $14.5M

2019 meals served: 199,901

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Sweeping views of the city make this a top wedding venue.

Top 100 rank: 72

2019 sales: $14.4M

2019 meals served: 180,320

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Dining in the sand is a draw at this beachy spot.

Top 100 rank: 79

2019 sales: $13.7M

2019 meals served: 312,050

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This West Hollywood modern steakhouse has become a hangout for Gen Z social media influencers.

Top 100 rank: 80

2019 sales: $13.6M

2019 meals served: 123,204

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Launched in 1937 as a 14-stool counter, this Italian-American eatery is a North Beach standout.

Top 100 rank: 81

2019 sales: $13.2M

2019 meals served: 267,533

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Brothers Al and Joe Scoma parlayed a six-stool coffee shop on Pier 47 into a seafood palace.

Top 100 rank: 87

2019 sales: $12.7M

2019 meals served: 292,000

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A retro atmosphere and tiered dining with bay views mark this Fisherman's Wharf classic.

Top 100 rank: 95

2019 sales: $12.2M

2019 meals served: 240,000

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Patrons can choose from formal dining to casual experiences.

Top 100 rank: 96

2019 sales: $12.2M*

2019 meals served: 250,000*

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*RB estimate