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Serving all of Connecticut - Confidentiality Assured
Rick Ziff has decades of experience in the restaurant industry as both an owner and a business broker, and he is also a licensed, highly experienced real estate agent. His expertise includes a wide range of businesses including restaurants, package stores, wholesalers, and grocery stores.
He brings years of diverse and extensive experience to the table for each individual client when listing and advertising retail businesses or properties. He has a keen eye for uniting buyers and sellers and will custom-fit his approach to your needs.
Rick’s depth of knowledge will enable him to value your business accurately; and his work with professional photographers will make your place “pop” with stunning inside, outside, and drone photos.
Rick uses a concise, one-page listing agreement, and he always maintains the strictest confidentiality.
If you are looking to buy or sell a retail business or a piece of real property and want an advantage over your competition, give Rick a call. What separates him from the pack is his drive, his unparalleled experience, and his professional and affable style. Whether it be a turnkey or start-up opportunity, Rick Ziff is superbly qualified to make your vision a reality, and he can tailor the extent of his services to your needs.
Services Provided
Financing Recommendations : Owner Financing Advice
Extensive Email Buyers’ List : Advanced Marketing
LLC Name Reservation : LLC Formation
ServSafe Certification : Liquor License Application
Business Start-Up : Lease Review
Areas Served
Business For Sale Listings
Meriden, CT Established Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria with Full Liquor License Lido’s Restaurant & Pizzeria | Turnkey Restaurant & Real Estate Opportunity Financing available Includes Real Estate
Located at 75 Pomeroy Ave in Meriden, Connecticut, this well-established and highly recognized restaurant and pizzeria presents an outstanding opportunity for an owner-operator, family business, or expanding hospitality group.Operating successfully for approximately 30 years, Lido’s has built a loyal customer base and strong community presence while generating reported approximately $1.3 million in annual sales.The business operates from a spacious approximately 3,864 SF facility featuring indoor seating, outdoor brick papered seating for 20, a full-service kitchen, full liquor license, and two parking lots totaling approximately 62 parking Less
Rocky Hill, CT Well-Established Landmark Bakery – Rocky Hill, Connecticut Award-Worthy Bakery & Café – Strong Sales – Prime Rocky Hill Location Financing available
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly respected and well-established landmark bakery business. Located in a prime, high-traffic location in Rocky Hill. Patty Cakes Bakery of CT has been serving the community since 2003 and has built a loyal customer following with a strong reputation for quality baked goods, specialty cakes, desserts, pastries, breakfast & lunch items and catering services.This turnkey operation occupies approximately 3,750 SF and is fully equipped with an estimated FF&E value of approximately $129,500 included in the asking price.The current lease is favorable with below market rent of $4,850.91 per month plus Less
Glastonbury, CT Turnkey Childcare Center | Expansion Approved | Strong Demographics Turnkey Childcare Center Financing available
Strategic value-add childcare investment opportunity in a high-demand Connecticut market. This licensed, fully built-out daycare offers immediate operational continuity with significant upside through enrollment expansion and program optimization.The facility is approved to expand capacity to 73 children, creating a clear path to revenue growth without major capital improvements. For experienced operators or investor groups, this represents a scalable platform with the ability to materially increase top-line revenue and NOI.The business operates from a professionally designed facility with fully equipped classrooms and outdoor play areas, Less
Wolcott, CT Turnkey Creamery + Real Estate – Profitable – Outdoor Seating–Wolcott Turnkey Creamery + Real Estate – Profitable Financing available Includes Real Estate
Turnkey restaurant for sale with real estate in a high-visibility Wolcott, CT location. This profitable, fully equipped restaurant offers a rare opportunity to own both the business and property, with flexible structure including a lease with option to purchase.The property consists of approx. 3,123 SF on 0.86 acres with 30+ parking spaces, strong road exposure, and easy access. The restaurant features a fully built-out commercial kitchen including walk-in cooler, 18’ hood system with fire suppression, natural gas, and ample storage. Seating includes 30 indoor and 35 outdoor seats, supporting year-round and seasonal revenue.Additional Less
East Haddam, CT East Haddam, CT Restaurant 381 Town St, East Haddam, CT 06423 Financing available
Absolutely turnkey professional designed and recently renovated free standing restaurant with a 2 bedroom apartment above. The property owner has opened for business with a desire to sell the restaurants build out with A going business and a name or for a new concept with name change. Owner financing is negotiable. Less
Willimantic, CT Retail in Willimantic, CT Five STAR Location Fish Market or Other Retail Opportunities Welcome | Windham County
A rare chance to own a long-established, high-volume fresh fish market in a prime, high-traffic location! With over 20 years of consistent operations, this casually stylish and memorable retail location offers both profitability and stability—with owner financing negotiable for qualified buyers.Business Highlights:Reported Sales: $1,000,000+ annuallyFurniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E): $139,500 (included)Product Inventory: Approx. $25,000Net Operating Income: Available upon request Experienced GM in Place: Manager wishes to stay on post-sale Less
Portland, CT Portland, CT Retail Space Breakfast, Lunch in Portland, CT Financing available
– Stylish, Inviting, and Memorable. Reported Sales: Approx. $11,000. +++WeeklyRent: $1,360. NNN. (NNN = $525.)Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment:$39,500. (Included in Asking Price)Product Inventory: $6,000.Net Operating Income: To be discussedwith the sellerYears in Business: 11 Less
Old Saybrook, CT
View Details M J Martin Woodworking Business for Sale with Shop & Showroom!
Asking Price: $297,500. Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E): $177,500.(Included in asking price – (fully equipped and ready to operate)Rent(s): Showroom in old say brook, CT: $1,100/monthly (1,000. Sqft) Warehouse/shop in east hartford, cT: $1,223. / Monthly (2,500. SQFT) Reported Sales: To be discussed with seller(Strong and growing revenue stream with high net)Net Operating Income:To be discussed confidentially with the sellerProduct Inventory: $25,000. Years in Business: 27 years since 1998 Less
Cromwell, CT
View Details Cromwell, CT Real Estate & Business for Sale
Property Taxes: $7,054. AnnualFurniture, Fixtures & Equipment: $119,500. (Included in Asking Price).Reported Sales: To be discussed with seller!Accepted Product Inventory: $15,000. Sold Dollar for dollar at wholesale. Net Operating Income:To be discussed with the seller.Years in Business: 6Owner Will Provide One (1) Month of Training. & Staff ready to stay! Less
Mansfield Center, CT
View Details Uconn Liquor Store For Sale
State of the art liquor store built in 2009 just 2.5 miles from Uconn. Professional interior design Great selection, convenience and friendly staff. Wine 35%, Liquor 30%, Beer 35% Lotto $500.RENT $2,500. NNN or better yet buy the Real Estate for $524,500. if you are experienced and financially qualified you are a candidate for owner financing. Both Business & Real estate must be sold together. Less



