I've been visiting the UK gourmet since they were in their original location, which was a much smaller place. Their new location is spacious with a large assortment UK items. Upon entering, the entire left wall is covered with candies and sweets, to the right are aisles of different packaged foods (chips, crackers,jelly, cookies, etc.), cold drinks, teas, and even an area with frozen (Bangers) and other cold items. There is even a small section of gift items and toiletries from the UK. This is a great place to come if you have a homesick friend or family member and you want to create a gift to remind them of home. It is also a great place to find all of the snacks you've heard of but didn't know where to find them. I was even lucky enough to find my (Canadian) Coffee Crisp bar. The ladies at the counter told me that it had been a while since they've gotten them into the store. I didn't want to be greedy, so I only bought four. I'll definitely be back for more. read more

If you're even slightly obsessed with all things British, UK Gourmet is an absolute gem. This is my go-to spot for all my favorites ~from authentic British chocolates and Easter eggs to crumpets, frozen savory pies, chips, jams, and cheeses. Every visit feels like a little trip across the pond. The selection is fantastic, and there's always something new to discover. Whether you're stocking up on comforts from home or just indulging your inner Anglophile, this place delivers every time. A true hidden treasure in Bethel -- I keep coming back read more

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I love this little store. It reminds me of when I used to live in London. They have all sorts of delicious goods and I'll only buy my tea from here! I just purchased a Dunoon bone china cup and I am so pleased with it! I use it every night. They also have delicious crisps and Cadbury chocolate. It really is a taste of UK. The staff are so helpful and friendly. They also have pasties and frozen goods. Thank you for providing such a lovely experience. read more

They have everything! If you need anything from the UK or Ireland, this is the place to find it.

i went looking for thier website to see xmas specials and noticed the oddly low yelp rating. Lisa and the staff at UK gourmet are fantastic and I couldn't let that falsely low rating slide. We've been shopping there for years and love the great selection, cheery people, and the quaint feel of this great little shop! I like watching imported british tv shows and they always have the interesting treats and snacks I see being enjoyed over there, like smokey bacon crisps and yorkie bars! Weve never been hounded or harassed like other reviewers have mentioned either. Cheers to UK Gourmet and don't be afraid to stop in. read more

The selection and the prices are in line with other import stores and I know and can see you pride yourself on customer service but honestly sometimes it feels stifling and intrusive to have someone constantly greeting you and asking if you need help. Most of us ex-pats know what we're looking for etc and don't need to be followed around. I own a business so I'm all for providing exemplary service but for such a tiny shop five or more times of being asked makes me feel pressured. Also not all of your staff come across as friendly when they ask. One gentleman can be extremely frosty. A customer and I left at the same time once and outside she remarked that she wouldn't be back because she feels intimidated and I know what she means. You're a little heavy with the approach and when it's by someone gruff it's not that nostalgic moment anymore read more

Didn't think the sausage rolls were that fresh. I know they were frozen, but last years were so much better. Prices are high but great selection of British foods. read more

What a gem we have here in Bethel! Not only is the selection huge, but some of the best food and gifts in the area. The Ambiance is quaint and warm! My British friends are always impressed when they come to visit. The staff is always amazingly helpful, and energetic, and informative. Keep up the great job, guys! read more

A wonderful English / Irish market that has many groceries that you would make you would feel your were back home. A very helpful staff wrapped up a lovely Mother's Day basket. While it is a drive from Southeastern CT (about an hour) it is well worth the trek. read more

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So happy to have discovered this gem! A little dangerous to have such a supply of British chocolate so close to home! Very kind employees and nice variety of products. Only wish they didn't sell out of my favorite caramel wafers but they're so good I'm not surprised. Guess that means I'll have to keep stopping in to check on the stock! read more

Took the husband here for a little surprise post-holiday mini shopping spree. Happy Christmas, Dear! This is a mecca of UK goodies. Yummy sweets and savories. We can't wait to go back and try more. Looking forward to breaking into the sticky toffee pudding we bought. And the nicest staff too. My crazy wanker boys were having fun with their Prince Harry and Princess Megs masks too and they were as sweetly tolerant as can be. We'll be back! :) read more

Excellent choices of UK sourced goodies. We stocked on loose leaf tea, mustard and preserves. Service was great, COVID precautions were excellent read more

Make sure you check the hours before planning a trip to the store. This is a great place to find traditional Irish Rashers and Bangers. They also have all the fixings for an Irish breakfast, jams, biscuits, chips. Etc and all the traditional treats. Great place to put together a gift basket for birthdays or holidays. They also have some small novelty type gifts. read more

I stumbled upon UK Gourmet during an extensive internet search for my favorite Scottish Oatcake and I couldn't be more pleased! Lisa responded quickly to my request and went out of her way to make sure I got exactly what I asked for. To complicate things, I asked her to delay shipping until a particular date and she not only agreed, but she had my box and tracking info ready when the time was right. The oatcakes were thoughtfully packed and arrived in great shape. I will definitely be ordering from UK Gourmet again and look forward to working with Lisa once more. read more

They seem a bit racist. They're nice to the white couples or families, every time I go there. The manager actually followed me around the store, staring into my basket! I'm British luv! Just trying to get a few things that remind of home! They rang me up so fast and were not friendly at all! This is the last time I will go to this store! It really puts a damper on what should be a nostalgic experience! read more

A friend from work told me about U.K. Gourmet approximately one year ago, I try to stop in whenever possible. I absolutely love this place, from the wide selection of imported U.K. goods to the very friendly and helpful staff. I now have my parents, aunt, and uncle hooked on this place as well. Ultimately, I highly recommend this place and will be keeping my business here for the foreseeable future. read more

Great place! Love buying the frozen foods here. I bought Haggis and B&W pudding. Delicious! Nice friendly staff too!

Totally happy to find this gem of a shop almost on my doorstep! All my favourite chocolate and sweets, plus things you miss from the UK that you never thought you would, like Christmas crackers and advent calendars. Added to that, a great selection of items with British flair that can make you feel at home. In addition, all the staff are welcoming, helpful and friendly. My daughter is on the autism spectrum and everyone has been understanding and accommodating. Thank you UK Gourmet! read more

Always a pleasure visiting this place! Not just the authentic, nostalgic British/UK goodies but their customer service is stellar! Especially, the tall, slender young lady with a welcoming smile, knowledgeable about the products and when customers should check back for certain items. Highly recommend it to anyone curious about European foods or those homesick. My childhood faves are the smarties, toffees, Ribena, and of course the biscuits & Cadbury chocolates...list is endless! Recently, I tried the meat pies and blood sausages, but today the winner is the Daily Fare Scones mmmm!! read more

This little shop is jam packed full of great British groceries. The selection is amazing and the service very friendly. Before we found this place, we were considering shopping online to get the British food we miss so much. However, these folks are so well stocked, we'll never need to do that. We bought pork pies, back bacon, pork sausage, black pudding, Lorne sausage and haggis. We also got British chocolate, biscuits, crisps, pickled onions and soda. We've stopped in twice now and will be shopping there regularly! read more

Super helpful and friendly staff. Amazing selection of Uk & Irish goodies. Will be back again soon!

One of the best stocked, fairly priced UK grocers we've been to (and that's saying a lot because we've been to plenty). Everyone who works there is super nice and always upbeat. Even had my fave toothpaste from back in England. TONS of Chocs, BEST bacon, crisps, biscuits, Paxo and so so much more. Love this place and always know we can rely on them for all of the home comforts of Blighty. Love u guys! read more

First, I was really glad to find a cute gourmet store, but they really should re-price their items. After I bought several things from here, I stopped by Caraluzzi's for some other stuffs. And I found exactly same products with less than a half price. As a small business owner, I know it is hard to compete with big businesses, but still paying more than 2 times for the same items really made me turning away from this store. BTW, I went back to check the products that were a lot cheaper at Caraluzzi's, and they were all imported from UK. read more

Fantastic little gourmet store chock full of goodies! :D I don't remember how I first found out about UK Gourmet, but I'm so glad I found them! It may be small but it is so stuffed to the gills with a huge assortment of teas, snacks, cheeses, chocolates, chips (err, crisps :D ), sodas, and knick knacks. The staff is always friendly and helpful! Love stopping in and finding something new to try, or a favorite (like Jammie Dodgers, thanks Doctor Who! :D ). read more