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Branford, Connecticut
About the Company
Broker Biography
Introduction
Shawn Reilly is a Connecticut native whose passion for hospitality has powered a 35 year track record of building, scaling, and operating restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. At just twenty-five, he launched his first concept—Shawn’s in Hamden, and went on to own and operate four additional venues, each known for strong customer loyalty, consistent service, and disciplined operational performance. With more than two decades as a Business Broker dedicated exclusively to the hospitality sector, Shawn brings unmatched real world insight to Restaurant Marketing Service LLC. His mission is simple: help owners, operators, and aspiring entrepreneurs unlock growth, maximize value, and build the life and business they envision.
Services Provided
• No obligation Complimentary market valuation of the hospitality business
• Preparation of a concise, descriptive business for review and multiple marketing businesses for sale websites, and a large database of buyers for qualified buyers
• Financial screening and qualification of all buyer inquiries
• Assistance in evaluating offers and negotiating sale terms
• Coordination of the transaction with the seller’s tax advisors, legal counsel, and buyer’s attorneys
• Backed by decades of owning and operating multiple hospitality operations and concepts, placing Shawn in a unique position to advise, guide, and consult at every level of the hospitality industry
• Representation of a business with a proven track record operating restaurants such as Shawn’s, Reilly’s, and nightclubs
Areas Served
Business For Sale Listings
Hamden, CT
View Details University Pub Hotspot for Sale (3000 Whitney Ave, Hamden Ct)
This space has been alive with energy, a long, inviting bar at its center, buzzing with the same electric atmosphere that made it a local favorite. Surrounding it, 53 welcoming seats have hosted countless conversations, celebrations, and cherished memories. Behind the scenes, everything is set for what comes next. A newly rebuilt, fully equipped kitchen stands ready to bring any concept to life, from elevated pub fare to something entirely new. Every detail has been cared for, with mechanicals, utilities, and back-of-house systems all in pristine condition. It isn’t just functional; it’s truly turnkey. And then there’s the opportunity itself: 2,000 square feet of prime, income-generating space, offered at a below-market rent of just $5,900, all-in, including taxes, water, sewer, trash, and CAM. With ample storage, convenient parking, and a strong long-term lease, it’s the kind of setup seasoned operators rarely find. But what Less
Cash Flow: $100,000
Bloomfield, CT Agent: Richard Vasile
View Details A Culinary Gem -Restaurant Ready for your Vision Charming Modern Space
Established American restaurant opportunity located within the prestigious Copaco Center, offering a turnkey investment in a proven commercial facility. This professionally equipped restaurant has maintained continuous operations since 2007, demonstrating market stability and operational viability within its established location. The facility encompasses 5,000 square feet of professionally designed restaurant space with seating capacity for 184 guests, providing substantial revenue-generating potential for high-volume dining operations. The property features a fully operational commercial kitchen equipped with a comprehensive 40-foot exhaust hood system, meeting all commercial food service requirements and health department standards.Key operational advantages include an established infrastructure that eliminates the substantial startup costs and regulatory Less
New Haven Co., CT
View Details Thriving Landmark East Shore Deli!
This 70-year-old icon deli, beloved breakfast-and-lunch gem, has been the heartbeat of an affluent East Shore town. Generations have gathered here, neighbors, travelers, loyal regulars, drawn in by warm smiles, unforgettable food, and that classic “everyone knows your name” charm. Now, the keys to this thriving landmark are in your hands. Sitting proudly on bustling Route One, the deli, breakfast, and lunch buzz with steady foot traffic, repeat catering clients, and a reputation that practically markets itself. With low rent, strong profits, and room to grow, it’s a rare chance to step into success from day one. Opportunities like this don’t wait. Come see this incredible deli and imagine the next chapter you could write. Don't miss this opportunity, call today to see this wonderful deli for yourself! Less
Cash Flow: $400,000
New Haven Co., CT
View Details Booming Main St Cafe est 25 yrs
A once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a high-performing, fully turnkey, below-market-rent café in the heart of vibrant Main Street. A rare combination of location, longevity, low overhead, and massive upside potential. Café has been a beloved community anchor for 25 years, serving Italian Mediterranean favorites, artisan pizza, fresh salads, wraps, and Italian coffee in a warm, trendy, neighborhood favorite setting. Step into 2,500 sq ft of pure money-making magic, where every corner shines with warmth, charm, and 25 years of community love. With an unheard of $5,100 all in rent (including taxes and insurance!) and a jaw dropping 4% rent factor, this is one of the most attractive restaurant opportunities on the market. This glowing Italian Mediterranean café features 85 lucrative seats, plus sidewalk dining that turns heads on bustling Main Street. Less
Cash Flow: $95,000
Fairfield Co., CT
View Details Fairfield County High Pizza Powerhouse (MOTIVATED SELLER)
Here’s a rare opportunity to acquire a proven, profitable restaurant with strong cash flow and room to grow. This well?established pizza ristorante has been a neighborhood favorite for eight years, consistently filling its 55 dining seats and 10 bar stools while driving substantial takeout and delivery volume. Located in a 2,300 sq. ft. high?visibility plaza on a main road, the restaurant benefits from constant traffic, strong catering demand, and a loyal customer base that keeps the ovens busy turning out signature pies at a pace of eight cases of hard mozzarella per week. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, the business operates with a full liquor license, balancing solid daytime sales with energetic evening service. Rent is an exceptional value at $5,100 per month, including property tax, insurance, and CAM, an outstanding setup for an Less
Cash Flow: $165,000
New Haven Co., CT
View Details Powerhouse Cheese Shop (REDUCED)
Step into a rare opportunity to own a beloved neighborhood institution, a 50?year?old gourmet shop on a lively plaza just off the highway and steps from a bustling university. In 868 square feet, this cozy destination has delighted generations with imported cheeses, pâtés, Belgian sweets, artisanal pantry items, and show?stopping custom gift baskets and charcuterie boards that keep customers coming back.The business is truly turnkey: shelves stocked, a fully functional basement for storage and gift basket preparation, and recent investments, including five new coolers and three new freezers. The all?inclusive rent is an astonishing $1,350 per month, offering low overhead and strong cash?flow potential. The current owner is passionate about a smooth handover and will provide hands?on training to ensure the shop’s traditions and loyal clientele continue to Less
North Haven, CT
View Details Own an Iconic Pizza Powerhouse w Property!!
Unlock the doors to an iconic, high-performing pizzeria with over 30 years of loyal customer history. Wooster St Pizza, reborn in North Haven while preserving its legendary reputation, offers 4,000 sq ft of turnkey space, including a streamlined kitchen with a cheese grinder and a $50k pizza oven, a warm 20-seat dining room, and a lively 15-stool full bar. A scenic 30-seat riverside patio adds a standout dining experience that keeps guests returning season after season. This is a business that never slows down. Delivery drivers move nonstop, catering orders stay steady, and the ovens fire from open to close. The operation moves 20 cases of premium hard mozzarella weekly, a clear indicator of strong, consistent demand. Open seven profitable days a week, this is a well-oiled machine with deep community roots. The real advantage is that you can own both the Less
New Haven Co., CT
View Details Two Powerhouse Coffee Shop Locations
Own a pair of thriving coffee shops established 30 years ago that have already carved out their place in the community, two high-performing locations, one powerful story of momentum, visibility, and nonstop customer flow. This is your chance to step into a business that’s already buzzing from dawn to dusk. Every morning, the first shop comes alive beside a busy McDonald’s, its doors opening to a steady stream of shoppers, commuters, and locals crossing from the bustling shopping center across the street. It’s a warm, familiar hub with constant traffic and a reputation that keeps people coming back. Meanwhile, the second shop commands attention near a major highway, an unmistakable beacon for travelers and on the way.go customers who need quality coffee fast. It's an efficient drive-through, humming with activity, serving a mix of commuters, road trippers, Less
Bristol, CT
View Details Pizza & Grill A Local Legend for Sale
Step inside this Bristol favorite and you can almost hear the heartbeat of the town—ovens humming, wings sizzling, and locals swapping stories over heaping plates. For years, this Pizza & Grill has been the go?to spot for families, late?night regulars, and anyone craving big portions at friendly prices. This turnkey 2,100 sq ft restaurant seats 50, runs 11 AM–11 PM daily, and thrives on delivery, takeout, and curbside pickup. The kitchen flies through four cases of hard mozzarella each week, and its Hawaiian pizza and subs have earned near?legend status. With rent at just $3,000/month and a desirable 7% rent factor, the numbers are as appealing as the menu. Beloved, busy, and priced to move—opportunities like this rarely hit the market. Step in, keep the ovens hot, and make Empire Pizza & Grill your next success story. CALL NOW Less
New Haven, CT
View Details Best Location in Town
Discover an exceptional opportunity to take over a beautifully renovated, turnkey Italian restaurant in a prime location steps from Yale University. This impressive 3,200?square?foot space features 90 warm and inviting dining seats, a lively 20?seat bar, and one of the area’s most sought?after patios with room for 60 guests. The lease is remarkably attractive at just $9,300 per month, inclusive of trash removal, property taxes, and insurance. A recent top?to?bottom renovation—valued at $1,000,000—has left the restaurant in outstanding condition, ready for a seamless transition. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, this establishment is already a strong performer with significant room for further growth. Its proximity to Yale ensures a steady flow of students, faculty, theatergoers, and visitors. Currently operated absentee, the owner spends $170,000 Less
New Haven, CT
View Details Manhattan Caliber Bistro in Elm City
It was found it tucked between a row of brick storefronts, a place that, from the moment the door swung open, felt less like downtown New Haven and more like a slice of Manhattan dropped into Elm City. Sunlight pooled on a modern, geometric tile floor; laughter rose from a long, show stopping bar where 15 patrons nursed cocktails that tasted like summer. The space breathed—2,800 sq ft spread over two floors, high ceilings, a small patio for people watching, and a rhythm that had kept it busy for 10 bustling years. On the first floor, forty diners settled into intimate tables while the bar hummed with conversation. Upstairs, a second level of 50 seats waited like a secret room made for celebrations—Yale parties, rehearsal dinners, late night gatherings—each night folding into the next with ease. Before the world changed, the place pulled in $1.5M a year, a Less
Cash Flow: $225,000
New Haven Co., CT
View Details An Iconic Italian Ristorante & Pizzeria
This is more than a restaurant for sale. It’s a chance to own a beloved cornerstone of the community, to carry forward its legacy, and to put your own stamp on its future. It has become more than just a place to eat; it’s a tradition. For years, this highly acclaimed Italian ristorante has been the go-to spot for unforgettable dinners, irresistible pizza, and the kind of warm, welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back week after week. Inside its 1,200 square feet of bustling space, you’ll find 30 inviting indoor seats and 30 charming patio seats, each one a potential spot for a loyal customer or a new fan. The kitchen hums with energy, equipped with a hood and nearly all new equipment purchased within the last two years. There’s ample dry storage, a pristine setup, and a layout designed for efficiency and flow. The numbers tell an equally compelling Less
Cash Flow: $40,000
New Haven, CT
View Details Major Office Building Deli w/ Built-in Clientele
Looking for a standout business opportunity in the heart of New Haven? This highly profitable and long-established takeout operation could be precisely what you’ve been searching for. With 18 years of proven success and a loyal customer base, this business is perfectly positioned for a smooth and profitable transition. Housed in a 1,350-square-foot space within a major office building, the location ensures steady foot traffic and a built-in clientele. The rent is a phenomenal $3,700/month, which includes HVAC and garbage services—your only additional utility is electricity. Designed for efficiency, the compact setup features just four stools and focuses on takeout, eliminating the need for waitstaff and reducing overhead. The business currently operates weekdays from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, offering a rare 40-hour workweek with weekends off—ideal for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Expansion potential abounds; consider Less
East Berlin, CT
View Details All the Boxes are Checked Here!!!
A rare chance to purchase a business, as they say, for chump change, asking $75,000. There is a large, dazzling U-shaped bar with granite surfaces and wood ceilings. There are also two distinctive, inviting dining rooms. The full kitchen has all the state-of-the-art new equipment. A spacious parking lot holds 52 cars, with an incredible 40,000 vehicles daily in traffic volume. The restaurant is in Pristine Condition, due to a complete renovation with a well-thought-out design, which is reported to have cost around $1,000,000 in 2019. Essentially, the building was taken down to the studs, and all new mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC were installed and equipped with small wares, plates, glasses, pots, pans, and more. An enviable, impressive basement with a walk-in and storage. With 4600 stunning square feet and a magnificent 2nd-floor 5-room mahogany office suite, conference room, kitchen, and widescreen TVs Less



