Trenton’s best local businesses

The 286 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

286 businesses listed28 added this month14 categories

● Updated Aug 7

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286 businesses across 14 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

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Cadwalader Park
Parks & Outdoors
Expansive, serene park showcasing grassy lawns, winding paths, trees & other features.
36 Parkside · trentonnj.org ↗
Riverview Fisk Park
Parks & Outdoors
Along with basketball courts & a playground, this park's gazebo offers water & city views.
498 Palisade Ave (Jersey City) · jcparks.org ↗
Hudson Mall
Other
Clothing, shoes, gifts, phones & other essentials, plus beauty services & many chain restaurants.
701 NJ-440 (Jersey City) · locations.uedge.com ↗
Jackson Premium Outlets
Other
Center with 70 outlet stores from brand-name designers, plus a food court.
537 Monmouth Rd (Jackson Township) · premiumoutlets.com ↗
Lawrence Shopping Center
Other
Shopping center featuring chain retailers such as Burlington and Staples alongside casual eateries.
2495 Brunswick Pike (Lawrence Township) · lawrenceshoppingcenter.com ↗
MarketFair
Other
Classy retail venue with upscale specialty shops, casual restaurants & a multiplex cinema.
3535 US-1 (Princeton) · marketfairshoppes.com ↗
Village at Newtown
Other
Open-air shopping center with a variety of stores, services, and restaurants, including McCaffrey's grocery.
2800 S Eagle Rd (Newtown) · brixmor.com ↗
The Modern Canine - Dog Store & Grooming
Pets
Skip the big-box chaos this week and let The Modern Canine - Dog Store & Grooming keep your pup looking sharp with calm, low-stress…
21 Belle Mead-Griggstown Rd Unit 104 (Belle Mead) · themoderncanine.shop ↗

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