Shopping Guide

Art
Hull's Art Supply & Framing203-865-48551144 Chapel Street
Everything you need to unleash your creativity. Voted Best Art Supply in the New Haven Advocate.
Books
Arethusa Book Shop203-624-1848 208 Saint Ronan Street
Out-of-print and used books, early and first editions on a wide variety of subjects.
Atticus Book Store-Cafe203-776-4040 1082 Chapel Street
Very popular among students as a cafe, serving sandwiches, soups, breads, desserts. Fair assortment of books. Books often outside on sidewalk in front of store.
Barnes & Noble Superstores203-234-1805NORTH HAVEN — 470 Universal Drive: Rte 91 to exit 9, left at the end of the exit, take a right on the first light
Vast selection typical of monster chain. The North Haven store has a small café.
Barnes & Noble/The Yale Bookstore203-777-8440 77 Broadway. Near corner of Broadway and York Street
Two separate buildings connected on lower level. Everything from books (including medical texts) and magazines to Yale paraphernalia and clothing to packaged foods and a few dorm room items. Film developing, Best Video rental return box, Clinique station. Quiet, comfortable cafe in back.
Book Haven203-787-2848 290 York Street
Great bookstore with wide selection. Very friendly; relaxing atmosphere; comfortable couches. Large collection downstairs.
Books by the Falls203-734-6112 253 Roosevelt Drive
Big, old building with large collection of used and rare books, also antiques, collectibles.
Bryn Mawr Bookstore203-562-4217 56 1/2 Whitney Avenue
Quiet, secluded little nook in alley off Whitney. Used paperbacks at 50 cents & up (mostly $1); hardbacks similarly reduced. Lots of old books, a few new ones. All books are donated; revenues given to Bryn Mawr College scholarships.
Foundry Bookstore203-624-8282 33 Whitney Avenue
Solid, independent bookstore with children’s books. Nice atmosphere.
The Book Trader Cafe203-787-6147 1140 Chapel Street
Nice place to study. Comic relief unwittingly supplied by self-involved art student patrons.
The Elements of Life, Ltd.203-773-0084 977 State Street
Books on holistic health, psychology, astrology. Also sells tarot cards and jewelry. AMTA certified massage therapy, readings performed by appointment.
Whitlock Farm Booksellers203-393-1240 BETHANY — Sperry Road
A bibliophile’s dream come true! Big, old barn filled with old books, first editions, review copies, old magazines and newspapers, maps, prints, paperbacks, hard covers, etc. One of the largest stocks of used books in the area. Prices range from extremely reasonable to very steep (for rare books). Comfortable setting for browsing.
Yale Medical Bookstore203-789-2124 320 Congress Avenue
The closest and most convenient bookstore. You should check here first if you need some books for classes.
Clothing: Children
A Star Is Born203-865-0774 258 College Street
Campy children’s clothes and costumes.
Urban Objects203-865-5236 1022 Chapel Street
Distinctive infant and toddler clothes; small assortment of home decorations.
Clothing: Coed
Abercrombie & Fitch203-878-6361 MILFORD – In Connecticut Post Mall. See “Malls” for directions
Men’s & women’s fraternity jock fashions with outdoorsy tinge. Hot models.
Bob’s Stores203-877-5000 MILFORD — 195 Cherry Street
An established Connecticut staple. For great clothes at reasonable prices, this place rocks! Giant warehouse with everything from hip urban garb to casual workday attire, shoes too. Discount racks are truly discounted and offer some great finds.
Bob’s Stores203-281-5441 HAMDEN — 2300 Dixwell Avenue
An established Connecticut staple. For great clothes at reasonable prices, this place rocks! Giant warehouse with everything from hip urban garb to casual workday attire, shoes too. Discount racks are truly discounted and offer some great finds.
Gap203-481-4103 BRANFORD — 1060 W. Main Street
These are all pretty much the same. Trendy everyday wear, good prices, but clothes may disintegrate rapidly.
Gap203-248-9742 HAMDEN — 2165 Dixwell Avenue
These are all pretty much the same. Trendy everyday wear, good prices, but clothes may disintegrate rapidly.
Gap203-878-5997 MILFORD — In the Connecticut Post Mall
These are all pretty much the same. Trendy everyday wear, good prices, but clothes may disintegrate rapidly.
J. Crew203-624-7101 29 Broadway Avenue
Casual, preppy outfitter.
Marshall’s203-281-7580 HAMDEN — 2100 Dixwell Avenue: (Hamden Shopping Plaza)
Old Navy203-230-1991 HAMDEN — 2335 Dixwell Avenue
More youthful than the Gap but less so than Urban Outfitters.
Old Navy203-874-9160 MILFORD — 1212 Boston Post Road (I-95 South to Exit 39BC)
More youthful than the Gap but less so than Urban Outfitters.
Salvation Army203-230-2323 HAMDEN — 1359 Dixwell Avenue
Donated clothing, furniture, housewares. Cheap, fun, great finds at times. Dixwell Avenue store is bigger and has donation center.
Salvation Army203-776-2448 274 Crown Street
Donated clothing, furniture, housewares. Cheap, fun, great finds at times. Dixwell Avenue store is bigger and has donation center.
Structure/Express203-878-5567 MILFORD – In Connecticut Post Mall
Connected Men’s and Women’s stores. Classy, modern, young fashions.
T.J. Maxx203-288-8157 HAMDEN — 2335 Dixwell Avenue
Traditionally the place for cheap brand-name clothes, now offering a plethora of fun, decorative odds and ends for the home. Constantly changing selection.
T.J. Maxx203-234-0624 NORTH HAVEN — 135 Universal Drive North
Traditionally the place for cheap brand-name clothes, now offering a plethora of fun, decorative odds and ends for the home. Constantly changing selection.
T.J. Maxx203-466-3327 EAST HAVEN — 68 Frontage Road
Traditionally the place for cheap brand-name clothes, now offering a plethora of fun, decorative odds and ends for the home. Constantly changing selection.
Urban Outfitters203-776-7444 43 Broadway
Gimmicky chain store that reminds post-college students of just how old we are getting. Men’s and Women’s street fashions; silly home decor.
Clothing: Female
Ann Taylor203-777-2304 968 Chapel Street
The very first Ann Taylor in the country! Contemporary takes on traditional career clothing. Great sales, petite sizes.
Ann Taylor LOFT203-776-7766 900 Chapel Street
Same as above, but the more casual version.
Archetype203-562-6772 265 College Street
Hip, sassy, urban clothes for women. Helpful staff.
Endleman Two 203-562-1252 1014 Chapel Street
Contemporary and not cheap. Small, interesting jewelry selection.
Maxine203-752-2053 1052 Chapel Street
Modern boutique shopping.
Seychelles 203-498-2700 1020 Chapel Street
Gorgeous, elegant, pricey women’s dresses.
Clothing: Male
Enson’s203-562-4136 1050 Chapel Street
Large selection of casual and semi-formal clothing. Reasonable prices, always lots on sale.
J. Press Inc.203-772-1310 262 York Street
Men’s suits and accessories.
Raggs203-865-3824 1020 Chapel Street
Formal and semi-formal menswear. Owner knows what customers should be wearing before they do.
Electronics
Cingular Wireless 203-795-2100 ORANGE – 91 Boston Post Road
Your regular Cingular Wireless selection.
Comcast Cable203-865-0096 630 Chapel Street
New Haven’s cable company, television and digital cable radio services. High-speed cable internet connections don’t cost much for equipment and are faster and slightly less expensive than SNET’s DSL services (see below).
SBC SNET1-800-453-7368 10 Wall Street
Basic phone company monopoly. Semi-high-speed DSL connections, hefty installation fee.
Sprint PCS203-891-1030 ORANGE — 125 Boston Post Road
Popular on the East Coast, especially for NYC coverage. Fantastic plans for those who travel or call outside of the Northeast.
Verizon Wireless203-878-0133 ORANGE – 116 Boston Post Road
One of the best if not THE best signals in the area. Great plans.
Flowers/Nurseries
Frank’s Nursery & Crafts203-877-9663 MILFORD — 1738 Boston Post Road
Large store with complete selection of indoor and outdoor plants, shrubs, trees and potted flowers. Also pots, crafts, decorative string lights.
Glen Terrace Flower & Gift Shop203-288-3511 HAMDEN — 1960 Whitney Avenue
Huge store selling fresh flowers, potted plants, fakes
Lenoce’s Florist Shop203-624-5463 1205 Chapel Street
Standard small flower-and-plant shop. Teleflora flowers by wire.
Michaels Flowers, Ltd203-772-2229 26 Whitney Avenue
Beautiful flowers, creative designs, not cheap.
Private OwnerI-95 North to Exit 53; left at light, then follow signs to Route 146; continue on Route 146 as it passes by water and veers to the left at a stop sign; past the stop sign, turn left onto Newton Road (sign not marked well). Go to house at the end of the road on the right.
An incredible find! This man grows fantastic seasonal things in his backyard and sells them at bargain prices. $20 for any Christmas tree in his yard (even if 50-feet tall and several decades old); $5 for a huge bouquet of freshly cut flowers; giant pumpkins. Great getaway from conventional florists or Christmas tree sales.
Street Vendors
In front of the hospital driveway. Roses, carnations, and bouquets. Reasonable prices, often short-lived flowers. Monday-Friday
Street Vendors
Corner of York and Elm Streets. Sometimes a larger selection including potted plants. Nice baroque music emanating from his portable box.
Street Vendors
I-95, Exit 46 (Long Wharf ). Truck visible from the highway. Good prices.
The Hospital Gift Shop203-688-4265 Atrium, Yale New Haven Hospital
Limited selection (bouquets and potted plants), reasonable prices, incredibly convenient.
Hardware/Home Improvement
Bunnell Paint & Hardware Co.203-777-2537 532 Orange Street
Hull’s Hardware203-865-4319 1203 Chapel Street
Stocks the basics of hardware, matches paint, and makes keys. Attached to a hobby shop. Close to the medical area. Sales people helpful and informative.
Lowe’s203-891-2038 ORANGE – 50 Boston Post Road
Same as Home Depot in pretty much all respects, including sidwalk hot dog and sausage cart and commitment to beat competitors’ prices. Lowe’s is closer to campus than Home Depot.
Lowe’s203-468-3068 115 Foxon Boulevard
Same as Home Depot in pretty much all respects, including sidwalk hot dog and sausage cart and commitment to beat competitors’ prices. Lowe’s is closer to campus than Home Depot.
The Home Depot203-799-1900 ORANGE – 440 Boston Post Road
Like Lowe’s. Exhaustive warehouse with serious hardware, power tools, lumber, paint, light fixtures, plumbing supplies, and rugs. Also makes keys. Great selection of potted plants, flowers, and garden supplies. Hot dog and sausage stand in front. Reasonable prices, will beat competitors’ prices upon request.
The Home Depot203-234-1300 NORTH HAVEN – 111 Universal Drive
Like Lowe’s. Exhaustive warehouse with serious hardware, power tools, lumber, paint, light fixtures, plumbing supplies, and rugs. Also makes keys. Great selection of potted plants, flowers, and garden supplies. Hot dog and sausage stand in front. Reasonable prices, will beat competitors’ prices upon request.
Health Clubs
Bally’s Total Fitness Center203-248-9391 HAMDEN – 2380 Dixwell Avenue
Standard gym offerings, swimming pool. Prices range $18-60 per month.
Downtown Health & Racquet Club203-787-6501 230 George Street
Popular gym because of location, largely older crowd. Personal trainers, weights, aerobics, racquetball, access to swimming pool. Student discount. Also some specials throughout the year.
In Shape Fitness Center203-789-1474 NORTH HAVEN – 150 Universal Drive
Personal trainers, racquetball, basketball, aerobics. Offers special website discount and free one-week trial for first-timers.
North Haven Health & Racquet Club203-239-5665 NORTH HAVEN – 100 Elm Street
Standard facilities, plus racquetball and basketball courts, indoor tennis courts, indoor track. Offers 3-month specials.
Home Décor/Housewares
Arte Di Bottega Giuliana 203-562-01351052 Chapel Street
Nearby gallery shop similar to Wave (see below). Downstairs section.
Bed Bath & Beyond203-248-3329HAMDEN – 2045 Dixwell Avenue
Popular store for all living items (bedding, towels, lights, mirrors, frames, shower curtains, pots and pans, etc.).
Bed Bath & Beyond 203-783-1477MILFORD – 1212 Boston Post Road
Popular store for all living items (bedding, towels, lights, mirrors, frames, shower curtains, pots and pans, etc.).
Bombay Co. (outlet)860-669-4404Clinton Crossing Outlet Mall. 20 Killingworth Tpke #204
Fair Haven Furniture203-776-3099 or 800-404-475472 Blatchley Avenue
Bizarre motto that store lives up to perfectly: “Where SoHo meets Vermont.” Fantastic de signs and varieties of lights, sculptures, frames, clocks, picture frames, mirrors, excellent handcrafted furniture. Out of the way, but innovative and unusual stuff .
Group W Bench 203-624-0683 1171 Chapel Street
Popular Berkeley- or Austin-esque collegetown headshop. Candles, rings, trinkets, cards, all with hefty pot flavor. Next door is higher-end gallery selling more upscale pieces.
HomeGoods203-468-1215 EAST HAVEN — 68 Frontage Road
Part of the TJ Maxx and Marshall’s family (see under CLOTHING). HomeGoods has a larger selection of kitchenwares, home décor, bedding and towels. Similar to Bed Bath & Beyond and Linens ‘n Things. HomeGoods carries decorative housewares of less mainstream taste. Constantly changing selection.
Linens ‘n’ Things203-877-9890MILFORD — 1574 Boston Post Road
Concept is similar to Bed Bath & Beyond, but Linens ‘n’ Things is less known to students (no reason) and has less mainstream vibe. Very cheap sidewalk sales periodically.
Pier 1 Imports203-281-1691 HAMDEN – 2335 Dixwell Avenue
Yuppie store selling delicate housewares, pottery, candles, furniture from around the world. Great throw pillows and kitchenware, somewhat pricey. Student discount during August and September.
Pier 1 Imports203-877-1154 MILFORD – 98 Turnpike Square off of Boston Post Road
Yuppie store selling delicate housewares, pottery, candles, furniture from around the world. Great throw pillows and kitchenware, somewhat pricey. Student discount during August and September.
Springmaid Wamsutta (Outlet)203-399-7512 Westbrook Outlet Mall. See “Malls and Outlets” for directions
Large selection of inexpensive sheets, comforters, duvet covers, bed skirts and towels.
Ten Thousand Villages203-776-0854 1054 Chapel Street
Nonprofit organization selling art and handicrafts from impoverished communities worldwide. Some beautiful pieces.
Wave Gallery203-782-62121046 Chapel Street
Jewelry, picture frames, candles, sculptures, all with funky flair. Very popular, perhaps more for location and reputation than selection. Some people (including one store employee) say similar objects at better prices can be found at HomeGoods or TJ Maxx.
Laundrymat/Dry Cleaning
Bubble & Squeak Laundromat203-498-8537 165 Willow Street
The Willow branch is popular among students in the grad ghetto, boasting a praised drop-off service, safe location, ample parking. The Park Street branch borders a less secure area.
Bubble & Squeak Laundromat203-776-3450 130 Park Street
The Willow branch is popular among students in the grad ghetto, boasting a praised drop-off service, safe location, ample parking. The Park Street branch borders a less secure area.
Dee’s Cleaners & Laundromat203-248-5627 2380 Dixwell Avenue
Huge, big, clean, bright. Lots of magazines, televisions, kids’ area, tables with chairs. Full drop-off service, too. An impressive place.
Wash Tub203-776-359840 Foster Street
Malls/Outlets
Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets860-664-0700CLINTON — 20-A Killingworth Turnpike. Take I-95 North to exit 63
Very popular outdoor outlet. Nice to walk around on good weather days. Trendy stores with designer names (BCBG, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Kenneth Cole, Tommy Hilfiger, Versace, Fossil, Liz Claiborne, Nike, Gap, Crate & Barrel, Coach, Brooks Brothers, Bombay Company, Off 5th, etc.). Prices sometimes heftier than expected for outlets, but often good sales.
Danbury Fair Mall203-743-3247DANBURY — 7 Backus Avenue
The closest H&M! And all the expected uppity stores (same as Trumbull or Stamford), plus a full-sized, operating merry-go-round in the upstairs food court.
Stamford Town Center203-324-0935 STAMFORD — 100 Greyrock Pl
Another great upscale mall. Selection and character are similar to Trumbull, but it is larger. Several floors with tons of shops (same as Trumbull, plus Banana Republic, Pottery Barn, Discovery Channel Store, Sharper Image, Harry & David, Williams-Sonoma, etc.). Also has a central stage where small community music recitals take place.
Westbrook Tanger Outlet Center 860-399-8656WESTBROOK — (I-95 North to Exit 65)
Another popular outlet. Different selection from Clinton Crossing (J. Crew, Timberland, Nine West, Reebok, Old Navy, Haggar, etc.)
Westfield Shoppingtown Connecticut Post203-878-6837MILFORD — 1201 Boston Post Road. Take I-95 South to exit 39B, right at the end of the ramp. Mall will be on your right.
Closest option, but with a so-so selection. Some of the expected stores (Filene’s, Sears, J.C. Penny, Gap, Structure, Express, Abercrombie & Fitch, Victoria’s Secret, etc.) but offerings in many shops often less-than-impressive. Good for the basics, but currently under renovation, so it may have more to offer in the future.
Westfield Shoppingtown Trumbull203-372-4500TRUMBULL — 5065 Main Street
Big, wonderful mall. Well-stocked versions of all the expected upscale mall shops (same as Connecticut Post, plus Lord & Taylor, Nine West, Ann Taylor, Brookstone, FYE, Old Navy, etc.).
Westport, CTWESTPORT — (I-95 South to Exit 19 (Southport-US1); keep straight onto Pease Road; turn right onto US-1 Post Road; follow Post Road approx. 4 miles; Main Street with all the shops will be to the right)
Not officially a mall, but a very nice set of outdoor shops. Some of the largest and most well-stocked versions of standards and some unique shops. Includes Banana Republic, GAP, J. Crew, Talbots, Guess?, Brooks Brothers, Lucky Jeans, and more. Right on Saugatuck River. Very scenic shopping.
Music
Coconuts Music & Movies203-234-8335 NORTH HAVEN – 450 Universal Drive (in Home Depot Plaza)
Standard mall/shopping center music fare: all the hot mainstream tunes, good selection of compilation disks, fair-to-lacking in less current, less mainstream or classical.
Cutler’s203-777-627125-27 Broadway
New Haven’s most popular store, great location, independently owned. Large selection of rare and imported titles, including some vinyl. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. Listening stations, used CD’s (including good classical), specials listed in the New Haven Advocate and on mailing list coupons. Classical offerings are great compared to other shops in this section, but lame compared to Tower Records.
Fye203-373-1014TRUMBULL — In Trumbull Mall. 25 minutes away
Large, dazzling store selling music, videos and books. Adjacent to video arcade. More items (especially for classical music) than other mall stores.
Fye203-876-2785 MILFORD – Connecticut Post Mall
Large, dazzling store selling music, videos and books. Adjacent to video arcade. More items (especially for classical music) than other mall stores.
Sam Goody203-359-3307 STAMFORD — In Stamford Town Center mall
Standard mall fare. Stamford store has OK classical.
Sam Goody203-454-3882 WESTPORT – Compo Acres Shopping Center, 370 Post Road East
Standard mall fare. Stamford store has OK classical.
Strawberries Records & Tapes203-799-7799 ORANGE – 116 Boston Post Road
Standard mall fare.
Strawberries Records & Tapes203-234-1313 NORTH HAVEN – 417 Universal Drive
Standard mall fare.
Office Supplies
OfficeMax203-234-2208 NORTH HAVEN – 200 Universal Drive
Like Staples, possibly lower prices. Everything for your office or school project: furniture, fax paper, thick cardboard for poster presentations, office electronics.
OfficeMax203-799-0446 ORANGE – 440 Boston Post Road (in Home Depot Plaza)
Like Staples, possibly lower prices. Everything for your office or school project: furniture, fax paper, thick cardboard for poster presentations, office electronics.
Staples203-407-4250 HAMDEN – 2335 Dixwell Avenue
Like OfficeMax (see above). Desks and complete office supplies. Also cell phones. Whalley Avenue location is within walking distance of med school. Free delivery over $50. Find online coupons on the web. $20 off purchases over $100, $30 off purchases over $150, etc. Great place to buy your new desk.
Staples203-891-1560 ORANGE – 100 Boston Post Road
Like OfficeMax (see above). Desks and complete office supplies. Also cell phones. Whalley Avenue location is within walking distance of med school. Free delivery over $50. Find online coupons on the web. $20 off purchases over $100, $30 off purchases over $150, etc. Great place to buy your new desk.
Staples203-773-3353 84 Whalley Avenue
Like OfficeMax (see above). Desks and complete office supplies. Also cell phones. Whalley Avenue location is within walking distance of med school. Free delivery over $50. Find online coupons on the web. $20 off purchases over $100, $30 off purchases over $150, etc. Great place to buy your new desk.
Optometry
Carafano of New Haven 203-865-4742 1215-A Chapel Street
Eyewear, plus new-age approach to optical exams. You may even get a temple massage.
Kennedy & Perkins203-624-3145 80 Whitney Avenue
Very popular family-owned store that claims to carry some of the world’s most unique eyewear. Less unique than trendy. Many designers in stock, courteous and helpful staff.
Lenscrafters203-878-8511 MILFORD – In the Connecticut Post Mall
National chain. Good choice if you don’t view glasses as a fashion accessory. Their “University Collection” frames are credible knock-offs.
Pearle Vision203-877-6593MILFORD – 1330 Boston Post Road
National chain, similar to Lenscrafters
Pearle Vision203-281-4330 HAMDEN — 2100 Dixwell Avenue
National chain, similar to Lenscrafters
Spector Eye Care Emporium203-787-71111044 Chapel Street
Run by the personable Drive Spector, a small shop with funky frames.
Pets
Petco203-230-1888HAMDEN – 2100 Dixwell Avenue
Supplies, plus birds, small animals, fish and water plants. Discounts with Petco card.
Petco203-234-8112 NORTH HAVEN – 420 Universal Drive
Supplies, plus birds, small animals, fish and water plants. Discounts with Petco card.
Purr-Fect Pets203-874-9250 MILFORD – 282 Boston Post Road
Great pet store owned by very nice, knowledgeable pet lover. Obscure selection. Wonderfully large selection of fish.
Photography
Barnes & Noble/The Yale Bookstore203-777-8440 77 Broadway
High quality. Outside developing.
Photos Plus203-785-1900 930 Chapel Street
Very popular among lab rats preparing slides for department talks. Will do rush jobs for slides. Do-it-yourself laser color photo copies. One-hour film processing. Portrait photography, underwater cameras. Yale discount.
Rite Aid Express203-777-3080 60 Whalley Avenue
One-hour film. Outside developing.
Shoes
Bottega Giuliana203-562-8027 954 Chapel Street
Hip store with great shoes: professional loafers to funky platforms. Also a nice selection of trendy, unique clothing and accessories.
Foot Locker203-865-7516 832 Chapel Street
Athletic shoes and apparel.
Sporting Goods
Action Sports203-481-5511 BRANFORD — 324 W. Main Street
Popular store for extreme sports. Seasonal offerings and services: bikes, skis and snowboards, skateboards, in-line blades, kayaks.
Baybrook Bicycles203-865-2724252 College Street
Convenient location. Lifetime warranty on all bikes and accessories; lifetime free service. Informative website. The guys here are about our age, very friendly and knowledgeable. On a number of occasions they’ve rescued students with minor repairs on their way to or from school. Sponsors of Habitat for Humanity’s Bicycle Tour & Walk. There is also a West Haven location.
Branford Bike203-488-0482 202 Main Street
Words of previous writer: “Best bike shop in the area for the serious cyclist.” Fun place to browse. Extensive website allows online ordering. Sponsor of the Yale Cycling Team. They have a nice catalog index on the website.
Campmor201-445-5000 PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY – 810 Route 17-North
Mail-order store, nationally renowned for low-cost, high-quality camping goods, bike accessories and clothing. Prices almost 50% off in many cases.
Dick’s Sporting Goods203-799-0444 ORANGE – 50 Boston Post Road
National chain with wide selection of sporting equipment, clothing, and shoes.
Mickey Finn’s203-828-6547 BERLIN – 874 Wilbur Cross Highway
Highlighted in past editions as the largest selection of family camping and backpacking equipment in Connecticut. Also offers ski equipment. Reasonable prices.
North Haven Bicycle Center203-239-7789NORTH HAVEN — 476 Washington Avenue: Exit 12 of 91 (N or S), turn right onto Rte. 5, and the shop is about 1 mile down on the right.
Great website offering internet specials that you can download and bring into the store. Also sells on consignment. Official sponsor of the New England Mountain Bike Association.
The Sports Authority203-239-1031NORTH HAVEN – 100 Universal Drive
Sports superstore. Camping gear, skis, sticks, clubs, guns, helmets and more.
The Sports Authority203-876-9767 MILFORD – 1777 Boston Post Road
Sports superstore. Camping gear, skis, sticks, clubs, guns, helmets and more.
Trailblazer203-865-6244 994 Chapel Street
Great location. Running, backpacking, skateboards/snowboards and extreme sports. Expensive, but staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Also an outlet at Clinton Crossing.
Zane's Cycles203-488-3244 or 1-800-551-BIKEBRANFORD — 105 N. Main Street: I-95 to exit 54
Free lifetime parts warranty, lifetime free service contract, 9-day price protection plan. The largest showroom in Connecticut, plus an 11-foot mahogany coffee bar with Snapple, pop corn and free coffee. Website lists specials.
Video Rental
Best Video 203-287-9286 HAMDEN – 1842 Whitney Avenue at Thornton
Exceptional. Mammoth selection known throughout New England. Offers all stan-dards (comedy, drama, action, documentary, classics, “top hits,” etc.), a big gay & lesbian selection, skin flicks, cult flicks and a vast collection of rare, domestic and foreign, otherwise-difficult-to-find. Staff is extremely knowledgeable. Drop-off boxes at Yale Bookstore and Lulu’s Coffee House (49 Cottage Street, corner of Orange Street). Lifetime membership fee ($14.95) entitles one to specials and ($34.95) free rentals.
Blockbuster Video203-230-8883 HAMDEN — 2300 Dixwell Avenue
Open 365 days. Free membership with credit card and driver’s license. Movies average $3.25 and no more late fees. Nothing naughty.
Blockbuster Video203-562-4601 960 Chapel Street
Open 365 days. Free membership with credit card and driver’s license. Movies average $3.25 and no more late fees. Nothing naughty.
Hollywood Video203-772-3331 495 Orchard Street
National chain similar to Blockbuster. Also has crazy game section.
Tommy K’s203-389-8208 AMITY – 1351 Whalley Avenue
Open 365 days. Popular chain among natives. Mainstream and adult videos. Membership free with driver’s license and telephone number.
Tommy K’s203-782-3134 HAMDEN – 940 Dixwell Avenue
Open 365 days. Popular chain among natives. Mainstream and adult videos. Membership free with driver’s license and telephone number.