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10 Shopping Malls in Connecticut That You Shouldn't Miss
Connecticut is a study in attraction and contrast. In one small state, you’ll find miles of sandy oceanfront shoreline, acres of forested hiking trails, and world-class museums, art and theater. Here family-friendly adventure parks and aquariums are just minutes from dynamic casino resorts and quaint, historic small towns — offering experiences that range from culinary to cultural, luxurious to laid-back. It’s the perfect place to unwind and recharge, all at the same time.
Restaurants in Connecticut
1. The Center & The Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Boomertraveller1948 - West Hartford, United States
These two venues in the center of West Hartford harbor a plethora of places for all ages. From the Noah Webster Library on South Main with an amazing children's area and various events for all ages to specialty clothing stores such as B&K on Farmington Avenue as well as many restaurants for all tastes, this area has it all. Barnes & Noble, Crate & Barrel, West Elm, a movie theater, and a gaming store, are just a few of the many shops in this area. Come for coffee at Starbuck's or Sofia's and stay the day.
2. The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Whether shopping, dining, or strolling down the vibrant main street, The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk has quickly become South Windsor’s go-to lifestyle destination. With highly coveted retailers, restaurants, and amenities, it’s easy to see why. Shoppers have access to the best stores in the area and can relax in front of the cozy fire pit in the Village Green, enjoy concerts and events in Evergreen Walk Park, experience pet-friendly shopping, and take advantage of storefront parking. No matter what brings you to The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk, it is sure to please.
Reviewed By lionelb224
Great place to shop. High end shops. LL BeN, Talbots, Apple store. Many others Good place to eat with several good Reasturant.
3. The Shops at Nature's Art Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
With over 10,000 sq. ft. of unique treasures from all over the world, The SHOPS at Nature's Art Village has evolved into a collection of six unique shops in one convenient stop. Always a treasure trove for the fossil and mineral enthusiast, The SHOPS now includes the region's largest source for beading supplies and findings,a huge toy shop, a selection of one-of-a-kind jewelry and much more!
Reviewed By 240candicec - Decatur, United States
Two large floors of various antique vendors. Extremely well organized, clean and all manner of antiques and collectibles - you can find anything here with a wide range of prices from antique tools to artwork to furniture to housewares - something for everyone! Got a beautiful little hand painted metal tray for only $5 and a charming hand painted wooden rotating musical box from Germany for my granddaughter.
4. Blue Back Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
This shopping district in the town center of West Hartford are a Whole Foods, REI, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and over 30 other stores, boutique shops, eateries and entertainment options. The shopping center and Criterion Cinemas movie theater are easily to accessed from two garages and on-street parking.
5. The Shoppes at Farmington Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
The Shoppes at Farmington Valley is an open-air lifestyle shopping destination located on Route 44 in Canton, Connecticut that offers a unique and enticing selection of more than 45 specialty stores and eateries including: Talbots, Old Navy, Sephora, Cyclebar, J.Crew, Flatbread Company, ShopRite, Dick's Sporting Goods, Barnes & Noble, Kohl’s, Feng Asian Bistro, Massage Envy, barre3 and many more.
6. Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 167 reviews
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets features an impressive collection of the finest designer labels and brands for you, your family and your home. Include a shopping stop during your next trip to the area. Located along the Connecticut Shoreline, directly off I-95, this is Connecticut's only upscale outlet center. Local Shop & Stay packages are available. Don't forget to stop by Guest Services for a center Savings Passport, filled with hundreds of dollars in savings from designer brands.
Reviewed By ragiansanti34 - Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets are incredibly easy to find. They are located right off of 81/Killingworth Turnpike. They are open Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 9:00 and 10:00 - 7:00 on Sunday. They offer military discounts to active duty and retirees at selected stores and even parking spaces for military members. Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets offers many top name brands like Coach, Lucky Brand, True Religion, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour, Gap, Calvin Klein, etc. They do not have a food court, but have many food trucks located throughout the outlets. A lot of the food trucks have tables and chairs in front of them for people to sit down and enjoy their meal. The veggie rolls at Teriyaki Mania are incredible. Anyone who enjoys shopping and a good bargain will have a great time out at the Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets. Check them out.
7. Uptown Consignment
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
8. Danbury Fair Mall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By M3694BZnelsonm - Danbury, United States
The Danbury Fair Mall has lots of options. You can just walk the halls and find familiar and unique specialty shops to find fun things you didn't know you needed. Also people come to just walk for exercise. There are plenty of choices at the Food Emporium complete with a Merry-Go-Round. Plus there are excellent restaurants on the Mall grounds.
9. Westfarms
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Westfarms, the premier shopping center of central Connecticut, features anchor stores Nordstrom, Macy’s, Lord & Taylor and JCPenney. The shopping center offers 160 stylish retailers and restaurants, many unique to the trade area, including Anthropologie, Apple, The Art of Shaving, Athleta, Brio Tuscan Grille, California Pizza Kitchen, Coach, Free People, Hanna Andersson, J.Crew, Kiehl's, LEGO, Louis Vuitton, Lush, lululemon, Michael Kors, Microsoft, P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Spanx, The North Face, Tiffany & Co., Tommy Bahama, Tory Burch, True Religion Brand Jeans, Urban Outfitters, Vans, vineyard vines and many more. The shopping center straddles the towns of Farmington and West Hartford, and is conveniently located at the intersection of I-84 and Route 9.
Reviewed By dustythoughts - Manchester, United States
I normally don't like shopping, as I find it stressful, but I do enjoy coming here. It's a well-light mall with a lot of stores and is generally pretty busy, even in the shopping off-seasons. It doesn't have the rundown, derelict feeling that many malls have, now that so many stores are closing. There isn't a centralized food court, but there are some good restaurants, and there's plenty of parking.
10. The Sono Collection
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By dapsdaughter - Connecticut, United States
love this new mall. I grew up here so I wasn't excited that a mall was being built in my small comfy town. But this mall is not like other malls. First, reviewers are complaining about paying to park, well, this is the trend everywhere, you can't park in Norwalk or most places without paying and 1 dollar an hour is not bad. If you go to the Westchester Mall, it's 3 dollars even if you stay for LESS than three hours, this mall gIves you the option of paying 1 dollar if you only stay for an hour. There are several ways to pay as mentioned, Pay Station and via Parking App. Next, there is no food court, personally I'm happy about that, instead on the fourth floor you have restaurants and out side there is a space created for food trucks, in addition there are the kiosks for pretzels, gelato, and popups for local restaurants to temporarily give you a taste of their menu.
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