Kent is rich with country amenities. "The Best of Kent" is underwritten by the top tier of the "Team Kent Advertising Program" listing just a "sampling" of the best of what this dynamic New England village has to offer. Shops, independently owned, line Main Street, while more shops still, are tucked away around corners like hidden gems. Poke your nose into the art galleries, dine at some of the best restaurants in Litchfield County, find some of the latest fashions at our wonderful shops, go antiquing or just kick back and enjoy the outdoors.
- Backcountry Outfitters | 5 Bridge Street 860.927.3377 | bcoutfitters.com
Backcountry Outfitters is Litchfield County's premiere outdoor specialty shop. Tagged by Travel and Leisure Magazine as "the place to shop for outdoor gear", BCO offers products from industry kingpins The North Face, Patagonia, Osprey, Merrell, Keen, Horny Toad, and many more. The camping department is fully stocked with all those impossible-to-find items from waterproofing to compasses to water filtration. We also offer snowshoe, x-c skis, and skate rentals. Right in the center of the shop is Annie Bananie Ice Cream serving hot dogs, home-made ice cream, Harney teas, and Irving Farm coffee and espresso. Open 7 days.
- Eckert Fine Art - Connecticut, Inc. | 27 North Main Street 860.927.0012 | eckertfineart.com
Relocated to Kent (Kent Town Center) in June 2008, to join the town’s rich artistic heritage. Works of art by 19th and early 20th Century painters such as Ernest Lawson and George L. Nelson blend beautifully with the Contemporary art of Robert Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns and Eric Forstmann.
- The Fife ‘n Drum Restaurant, Inn & Gift Shop | 53 North Main Street 860.927.3509 | fifendrum.com
Since 1973, pianist & owner, Dolph Traymon, and daughter Elissa Potts operate the areas landmark restaurant. The menu features trademark specialties such as Caesar Salad for Two and Roast Ducking Flambé, in addition to a Daily Special Board with seasonal offerings. Lunch, Dinner, Tavern Menu, & Sunday Brunch are served. Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” winner 1990 – 2009. INN, Our tastefully decorated 8 room Inn offers gracious accommodations. One Handicap room is available. Tues. Requires Advance Reservation.
- Foreign Cargo and the Gallery Upstairs | 17 North Main Street 860.927.3900 | ForeignCargoGallery.com
Distinctive clothing, unusual jewelry, lovely old textiles. Hand-made baskets, pots, teak and stone carvings and in the Gallery upstairs a spectacular array of African, Asian, and Pacific Island art. Voted "Best Eclectic Store in New England," by Yankee Magazine.
- Kent Wine & Spirit | 24 North Main Street 860.927.3033 | kentwine.com
Located on Combines product expertise with a welcoming atmosphere. Customers will find an unsurpassed selection of wines, ales and spirits with a focus on small, boutique wineries, offering customers a wide-ranging, value-based selection. Please join owner Ira Smith every Saturday, when KW&S conducts in-store tastings.
- Terston | 31 North Main Street 860.927.3226 | terston.com
Terston Home Accents & Womenswear, the most subtly fragranced shop in Kent, offers a surprising collective blend of current trends. Receive genuine, friendly service - they won’t sell you a look that doesn’t thrill you - one stop shopping for excellent gifts, clothing and accessories! Owner, Geraldine Woodruff has a keen eye and Terston continues to be a great resource for a harmonious lifestyle. Open 7 days
- Toys Galore & More | 27 North Main Street 860.927.4091
Toys Galore & More has been serving the town of Kent and the surrounding area for twenty years. As an independent retailer, we offer the best in toys for children of all ages. With indoor and outdoor toys, games, puzzles, arts & crafts, books, plush, bubbles, and more we provide our customers with a friendly, fun, and unique toy experience.
