Follow your nose to the most distinct district of downtown New Haven. Wooster Street was the center of New Haven's Italian community prior to the construction of I-91 and I-95 that rip right through the heart of the street. Today, Wooster Street is host to New Haven's finest and most renowned Italian restaurants, with the famous Pepe's and Sally's pizzerie. A few blocks up is the famed Lucibello's Italian pastry shop where you can taste all your favorite Neapolitan sweets. Wooster Street is the best part of town to explore and get a great meal.
Located right in Downtown New Haven, the Broadway Shopping District is home to over 50 different shops. From cute boutiques to jewelry stores and beauty products, the Broadway Shopping District is one of the most popular shopping areas in New Haven. When it's time to rest your feet, there are several restaurants and cafes in the area as well.
A grand expansion at the Westfield Connecticut Post (formerly known as the Post Mall) brings with it more levels of premium designer boutiques, chain retailers and major department stores like Sears and Macy's, and several other anchor stores like Dick's Sporting Goods, Target, JC Penney, H&M and Borders. The center also offers dining and entertainment options, like the 14-plex Showcase Cinemas. The mall is conveniently located off I-95 and in the five mile strip mall of the Post Road in Milford and Orange, where there is just about every major chain store and eatery imaginable.
Material Girls is one of the area's most popular boutiques. The shop carries all kinds of trendy fashions, from clothing to jewelry, shoes, bags and more. In addition to the wearable items, they also stock a range of candles and other home decor items. Material Girls will monogram any of their items.
This shop is a true piece of New Haven history, and it is worth a stop inside regardless of your smoking habits. Conveniently located across the street from the Shubert Theatre, past customers include Vincent Price, Olivia de Havilland and Rex Harrison. Two employees from the 1950s still work here; one an expert in pipe repair and the other a specialist in mixing tobaccos. The shop offers a walk-in humidor, cigar lounge and cafe, plus everything from hand-blended tobaccos and handcrafted pipes to music boxes, writing instruments and chess sets.
If you're style is a little more vintage than modern trends, then Fashionista Vintage & Variety is for you. There's a great selection for both men and women, so everyone can find something they want. In addition to the clothing, Fashionista also carries great vintage shoes and accessories.
Owned by one of the leading fashion designer's in the city, there is much to be admired at the Neville Wisdom store. Designed and put together by the genius man, each piece of clothing found here boasts an impeccable finesse and style, that's been mastered over the years. Featuring chic and trendy clothes for men and women, there's very little here that won't light up your eyes in amazement. From dresses and tops, to skirts, coats and sweaters, no matter what you're looking for, this store will deliver. If none of the available options seem appealing, Neville can customize an outfit for you based on your designs and requirements.
The Red Barn of Woodbridge is one of the area's favorite local boutiques. The shop sells women's clothing, accessories, jewelry and all kinds of interesting gifts and home items. All the staff are quite artistic people, so they can always help you pick out something special and unique that fits your personal style.
People from all over New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and beyond come to this shop to admire and dream about its exquisite selection of contemporary, handmade wood furniture. Helpful salespeople will show you the portfolios of the artists who sell their work at the store. Other niceties include unique toys and furnishings for children, and unusual artwork for your home. Drive east on Chapel Street 1.6 miles from the New Haven Green. Turn right on Blatchley and park.
Voted by New Haveners as the best wine and spirit shop, The Wine Thief has made a name for itself by having the greatest selection and service yet. Their mission is simple: The Wine Thief will guarantee your purchase. If it fails your expectations, bring in the unused portion, they will refund your purchase, backwash and all. Buy tee shirts, corkscrews and vacuum wine savers to enhance your shopping experience. As with Connecticut package stores, no liquor can be sold after 8p, Sundays or holidays.
Material Girls is one of the area's most popular boutiques. The shop carries all kinds of trendy fashions, from clothing to jewelry, shoes, bags and more. In addition to the wearable items, they also stock a range of candles and other home decor items. Material Girls will monogram any of their items.
This shop is a true piece of New Haven history, and it is worth a stop inside regardless of your smoking habits. Conveniently located across the street from the Shubert Theatre, past customers include Vincent Price, Olivia de Havilland and Rex Harrison. Two employees from the 1950s still work here; one an expert in pipe repair and the other a specialist in mixing tobaccos. The shop offers a walk-in humidor, cigar lounge and cafe, plus everything from hand-blended tobaccos and handcrafted pipes to music boxes, writing instruments and chess sets.