Waterbury’s best local businesses
The 140 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.
● Updated Sep 17
What changed this month
- Sep 17✓ Danique Jewelry re-checked — details verified
- Sep 3✓ MACAR'S Interiors re-checked — details verified
- Sep 3– La Borinqueña Restaurant retired from the list
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140 businesses across 11 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.
- 01Restaurants
- 02Beauty
- 03Shopping
- 04Entertainment
- 05Nightlife
- 06Bakeries & Sweets
- 07Health & Wellness
- 08Arts & Culture
- 09Home & Garden
- 10Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
- 11Parks & Outdoors
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Brass Mill Center
OtherClassic mall with familiar retailers, a department store, movie theater & range of dining options.
Shopping plaza featuring Walmart, Dollar Tree, Stop & Shop and Bob's Stores, plus restaurants.
Waterbury Plaza
OtherAiry shopping center featuring a Super Stop & Shop, Target and Aldi's.
Cheshire Coffee keeps the caffeine game strong with drip coffee brewed fresh throughout the day and espresso drinks that actually taste…
Just over in Naugatuck, The Loaded Goat Coffee Company nails that small-town coffee magic with locally made sweets and seriously good…
DICK'S Sporting Goods
Sporting GoodsSporting goods chain with equipment, apparel & footwear for athletics, outdoor recreation & fitness.
Happy Tails
PetsIf your dog’s look is veering toward "mud puddle chic," Happy Tails is the kind, calm, clean, low-stress grooming spot locals trust. They…
Whether your doodle is a tumbleweed or your senior needs gentle TLC, Lauren's K9 Cuts LLC in nearby Naugatuck focuses on stress-free,…
Red White & Blue Thrift Store - Waterbury
Antiques, Thrift, & VintageCash-only thrift store selling used items, houseware, clothing and kitchen items.
St Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury Thrift Store
Antiques, Thrift, & VintageThrift store selling a wide range of goods including furniture and housewares.
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