English Building Market is a truly unique department store located in Downtown New Haven. The store features all vintage and antique goods in its various departments, from clothing and home goods, to furniture. Where else can you go buy a vintage tea set and a one-of-a-kind pair of shoes all in the same adorable store? Thanks to the variety on offer, it attracts customers who like to browse thoroughly before purchasing.
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.
As the oldest running and operating general store in the country, St. James is a landmark and a convenient shop for all sorts of goods on the North Shore. They sell 19th Century wares and modern day gifts, trinkets, supplies and candy. Originally opened in 1857, the locals revere St. James as their corner shop as well as a throwback to their rich history and culture.