The best local shops in Bristol

6 local shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Year-round marketplace for locally sourced items from artists, boutiques and small businesses.

67 Race St

Year-round marketplace for locally sourced items from artists, boutiques and small businesses.

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Walmart

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Giant retailer selling foods, clothing, housewares, electronics, toys and furniture. Friendly staff.

910 Wolcott St (Waterbury)

Giant retailer selling foods, clothing, housewares, electronics, toys and furniture. Friendly staff.

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Burlington

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Chain selling low-priced apparel including designer brands, plus shoes and home items.

657 Farmington Ave

Chain selling low-priced apparel including designer brands, plus shoes and home items.

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Chain operation that buys & sells gently used items for children, including clothes, shoes & toys.

99 Farmington Ave

Chain operation that buys & sells gently used items for children, including clothes, shoes & toys.

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Curioporium

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Store offering an immersive shopping experience with tarot cards, games, and other metaphysical supplies.

168 Center Street Use Entrance A, 168 Center St (Southington)

Store offering an immersive shopping experience with tarot cards, games, and other metaphysical supplies.

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Market 32

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Grocery outlet providing produce, prepared foods, a deli, and a bakery, plus organic products.

121 Farmington Ave

Grocery outlet providing produce, prepared foods, a deli, and a bakery, plus organic products.

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