West Haven’s best local businesses
The 179 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.
● Updated Sep 18
What changed this month
- Sep 18✓ Orange Circle Antique Mall re-checked — details verified
- Sep 17– Sushi X retired from the list
- Sep 3– Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar retired from the list
- Sep 3✓ Biagetti's re-checked — details verified
- Sep 3✓ Johnny Salami's re-checked — details verified
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179 businesses across 13 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.
- 01Restaurants
- 02Beauty
- 03Shopping
- 04Entertainment
- 05Nightlife
- 06Bakeries & Sweets
- 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage
- 08Health & Wellness
- 09Arts & Culture
- 10Home & Garden
- 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
- 12Pets
- 13Cafes
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More spots
Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.
Bradley Point Park
Parks & OutdoorsSkip the errands this week and take a shoreline stroll to Bradley Point Park, where scenic Long Island Sound panoramas meet West Haven…
West River Memorial Park
Parks & OutdoorsSneak in a sanity-saving loop along the West River at West River Memorial Park. It’s an Audubon-recognized hotspot for migrating songbirds…
MakeHaven
ServicesNonprofit community center and makerspace for design and craft projects such as woodworking.
Restaurant Depot
ServicesMembers-only chain selling wholesale food, beverages, equipment & supplies for restaurants & bars.
The Devil's Gear Bike Shop
Sporting GoodsWhether your commuter's creaking, you're gravel-curious, or you want a race rig that actually fits, The Devil's Gear Bike Shop listens…
Whitie Bensen Athletic Equipment
Sporting GoodsWhitie Bensen Athletic Equipment is CT’s oldest hockey and lacrosse shop, serving New Haven since 1965 with a true one-stop selection to…
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