While driving through the area, we stopped at Over AndOver, which has so many cute things to look…read moreat! Great place if you're looking for a unique gift. My friend really enjoyed the selection of crystals they had, and I found a candle that smelled great. The worker at the counter was friendly. Would definitely check them out again on future visits to the area!

This is where you find the best gifts in CT. Adorable, homemade upcycled treasures. The people…read morethere are the best and everything is unique and amazing. So many pieces are great jewelry, furniture that you will not find anywhere else and candles that smell awesome. Worth the trip. They also have classes and events happening all the time.

Great place! Does Frank ANATI still own? I went to high school with him. 1969…read more Jeff Hill.

As a bumper sticker connoisseur, I always check out the bench shop before anywhere else. They…read morealways have positive, funny, or pretty bumper stickers for a reasonable price. This little shop makes Main Street look a little brighter, and I remember getting $1 sun glasses from their little stand at third Thursday years ago that I still wear- meaning that they are active in the community. They also have beautiful jewelry and a chill atmosphere. Definitely recommend heading down the the Bench Shop, even just for a look around.

This shop used to be located on Main Street, but recently located to The Hayward Carriage House…read more This building with its beautiful windows, architecture and possible hauntings is a pleasant change from the bustle of Main Street. Above Oz n Bones BBQ you can grab lunch (discount with receipt) and climb the old staircase to the shop. You will find rooms filled with unique gifts and a friendly and helpful staff. We came on a day when lots of changes were happening, but were told that's things should be in place in about a week. Even with the work happening around us, we were able to find a few nicely priced items. We will definitely be back to shop; the ladies are offering DIY events and even a night of jewelry shopping. You can follow on FB & IG.

Location has changed. It's now located above Oz'NBones BBQ…read more I love the gift shop. So many unique and cool items created by local artisans. My personal favorite- only because I'm a plant addict- is the cool plants and planters.

What a great local shop! I can't believe this was my first visit (it won't be my last!)…read more I needed some jewelry for a fancy event and Rings and Things was recommended to me. They have a good quantity of jewelry in stock and I described what I wanted and bright a picture of my gown in and the woman working in the store that day had many suggestions and items for me to choose from. Once I'd made a selection I checked out the rest of the store. What a great spot for those hard to shop for people! I'll be headed back for a couple of Christmas gifts for sure. Funny towels, tea accessories, fun jewelry, bags, decorations. Make a point to run in and check it out if you're in the area and in need of something special.

Love this shop! The ladies are very nice and willing to answer any questions. They have a great…read moreselection of gifts too.

A true gem in the beautiful quiet corner of Connecticut. The Hampton General Store is quaint,…read moreinviting, friendly and gives you that hometown feeling with the added attraction of having some of the greatest "ready to eat" dinners that I have experienced. Truly, this general store reminds you of an updated version of the stores our grandparents shopped in years ago. Absolutely amazing. This spring, I happened to stop in to the Hampton General Store while passing through Hampton while on CT Rte. 97. As I walked in the store, I immediately was thrown back into a time that I used to hear about from my grandparents and great grandparents; local jellies, great (and I mean great) sandwiches, cookies, muffins, fun things to look at, old fashioned soda "pop," but, what really stood out for me and everyone that I shared this food with was the home cooked, absolutely perfect, pre made meals. I first purchased the meatloaf. At first bite, menories flooded my brain. This was exactly like what my mom created and put out for her growing family so many years ago. Not fancy but extremely tasty, juicy, well prepared, excellent portion size with old fashioned mashed potatoes. When you put the first forkful of meatloaf into your mouth, your taste buds explode with enjoying the flavor and your remember the love only a mom can provide. What a memory. What a taste. Since that time, I have been back more than just a few times. I have to share three of their other dinners that stood out with each morsel that entered my mouth, was an experience in phenomenal home cooking. First, the Shepherds Pie. Growing up in an ethnic family, my Irish/Italian mother knew exactly what to do to make this favorite dish as well as how to make her shepherd's pie really leave a long lasting memory of "feel goodness" in your stomach and in your head. Hampton General Store's version is quite the same as was made by my mother and what I ate in my travels all over Ireland. Wow. Other meals that were just wonderful were the Beef Bourgeon and the Beef Stroganoff- the gravy, the meat, the perfect pasta. You just do not think you will get this tremendous quality or taste from someone else's kitchen. The owner and chef really puts her soul into these meals. Incidentally, on a recent visit to New York City, I had the occasion to eat in Cafe Un, Deux, Trois, a French restaurant in the theater district. As I love Beef Bourguignon, I ordered it there and it was excellent. This is not an easy dish to create yet, when I purchased this dinner at the Hampton General Store, memories of that NYC restaurant came flooding back to me. As with Julia Childs recipe, the chef at the Hampton General Store proudly flaunts that she follows Childs' recipe. She well incorporates each of the key elements including (and you can taste this) searing beef in bacon, using quality red wine (I think a Pinot Noir but not sure) to create a velvety, thick sauce, and separately cooking mushrooms and onions to ensure perfect texture. I was shocked, surprised and appreciative of that quality being brought home to each during January's bitter cold days. What also is surprising is that the meals are not expensive at all. That too amazed me. During your visit to the Hampton General Store, don't overlook the owner/chef's blondies and brownies. Sadly, they are better than what I can make and again, WOW. I could go on for pages about my most recent culinary find in Connecticut, I highly recommend this little store in Hampton, Connecticut. Take a moment, take a drive and visit little Hampton Connecticut and visit the Hampton General Store - you most certainly be thrilled that you did!

Brand new in Hampton and they have something for everyone. Gifts, "penny" candy, home made bread…read moreand baked items. Vanilla olive oil cake with a Dulche de Leche buttercream was out of this world! What I really love is that they are all about local. If you need milk or farm fresh eggs or Tylenol they have it. Highly recommend!

So since I cannot resolve it with Edible headquarters, I sadly have to put a bad review for the…read moreitem I purchased. And I did actually call the store and was told that I had to work it out with headquarters. But for Mother's Day, I purchased what I thought was a lovely Mother's Day gift set but in truth was a mix matched mash of junk put together. This is what should have come in the gift set that I ordered: Mother's Day FruitFlowers® - One Size Bright FruitFlowers® - One Size Flower Box (Container) Custom Dipped Fruit™ Box Sleeve: 1 Mother's Day Sleeve 12-count Dipped Fruit Box: Mother's Day Berry Assortment (12ct) It looked cheap and my in-laws and I were deeply disappointed. The helium balloon was insulting...she's not 5-years-old. The replacement items were a joke. For $100 that was insulting. I will not purchase from this place again. * I would put NO stars for this store but it's making me to actually post.

Thank you for going far out of your way to ensure my friend received her special EI arrangement…read moreafter the original was stolen. Thank you for spreading kindness when others are spineless. Thank you for your quick attention to detail and customer service, too. I will recommend you to all of my friends and family in New England.

I am very pleased with the service. I am very fussy with flower arrangements…read more I wanted something difference and and stunning. My instructions were followed and I was not disappointed. I use them every time I need to send arrangements out of state too. Margaret V.

I ordered some flowers online with Dawson's, they were delivered promptly and beautiful. Great…read morelocal florist.