The best local shops in Norwich

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

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The Briar Patch

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The Briar Patch is Norwich’s newest boutique for meaningful gifts, inspired décor, and simple, beautiful things, curating seasonal finds,…

48 Franklin St

“The Briar Patch is Norwich’s newest boutique for meaningful gifts, inspired décor, and simple, beautiful things, curating seasonal finds, cozy home accents like candles and baskets, thoughtful books and stationery, plus local goods from makers you actually know.”

From the Norwich newsletter, August 6, 2026

Ocean State Job Lot

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Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.

12 Stilson Rd (Wyoming)

“Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.”

Target

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Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.

900 Hartford Turnpike (Waterford)

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

Stop & Shop

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Supermarket chain with house-brand groceries & organics, including deli & bakery counters.

70 Town St

“Supermarket chain with house-brand groceries & organics, including deli & bakery counters.”

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Famous Footwear Outlet

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Chain store offering a wide variety of brand-name shoes at discounted prices.

455 Trolley Line Blvd #260 (Ledyard)

“Chain store offering a wide variety of brand-name shoes at discounted prices.”

Stop & Shop

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Supermarket chain with house-brand groceries & organics, including deli & bakery counters.

1391 Main St (Willimantic)

“Supermarket chain with house-brand groceries & organics, including deli & bakery counters.”

Stop & Shop

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Supermarket chain with house-brand groceries & organics, including deli & bakery counters.

2020 Norwich-New London Turnpike (Montville)

“Supermarket chain with house-brand groceries & organics, including deli & bakery counters.”

Ure Outfitters

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Local outfitter stocking clothing, hiking gear, kayaks and camping supplies.

1009 Main St (Hope Valley)

“Local outfitter stocking clothing, hiking gear, kayaks and camping supplies.”

Target

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Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.

195 River Rd (Lisbon)

“Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.”

Small Potatoes

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Gift shop known for its handmade gifts by local artists and artisans.

50 Pleasant St

“Gift shop known for its handmade gifts by local artists and artisans.”

Brighton

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Chain retailer carrying the brand's signature jewelry, accessories, leather handbags & more.

1 Mohegan Sun Blvd (Uncasville)

“Chain retailer carrying the brand's signature jewelry, accessories, leather handbags & more.”

Walmart

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Retail chain selling groceries, home furniture, appliances, toys, clothing, video games and electronics.

220 Salem Turnpike

“Retail chain selling groceries, home furniture, appliances, toys, clothing, video games and electronics.”

Sunglass Hut

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Chain retailer carrying a wide selection of trendy brand-name & designer sunglasses.

455 Trolley Line Blvd #645 (Mashantucket)

“Chain retailer carrying a wide selection of trendy brand-name & designer sunglasses.”

SKECHERS Factory Outlet

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Family footwear brand featuring athletic & casual shoes in a range of styles, plus apparel.

455 Trolley Line Blvd (MASHANTUCKET)

“Family footwear brand featuring athletic & casual shoes in a range of styles, plus apparel.”

Ocean State Job Lot

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Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.

60 Cantor Dr (Willimantic)

“Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.”

Surplus Unlimited

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Vast inventory of general merchandise ranging from home decor to automotive supplies.

363 W Main St

“Vast inventory of general merchandise ranging from home decor to automotive supplies.”

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse

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Retail chain known for its discounted brand-name & designer shoes, handbags & accessories.

917 Hartford Turnpike (Waterford)

“Retail chain known for its discounted brand-name & designer shoes, handbags & accessories.”

Lids

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Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.

455 Trolley Line Blvd (Ledyard)

“Chain specializing in licensed team hats, logo apparel & other sports merchandise.”

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