Pandemonium Thrift Shop is a unique and charming destination that offers a variety of enjoyable experiences all in one place. Visitors can explore a well-stocked thrift store with two floors of vintage and fair-priced items, including books, media, and assorted treasures. The shop’s inventory is mostly old, with some items showing age, but everything is kept very clean and inviting. Outside, there are stands with more items, creating a lively shopping atmosphere. The location also features an adorable cafe serving $3 coffee, perfect for relaxing in a cozy lounge area surrounded by old brickwork and antique furniture. Many visitors enjoy sitting among old books and soaking in the character of the space. The grounds include outdoor seating, a small goat pen where staff know each goat by name, a plant store, and outdoor areas to explore. An outstanding aspect of Pandemonium Thrift Shop is its animal rescue, with animals such as snakes, cats, and other wildlife available for interaction and learning. Staff members are highly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the animals’ backgrounds and care. Visitors can spend hours exploring the grounds, visiting the animals, and shopping, making it an ideal place to spend a few hours and a few dollars. Overall, Pandemonium Thrift Shop is a “hidden gem” that combines shopping, relaxation, and animal rescue in a warm, character-filled environment that visitors find memorable and worth returning to.
Great thrift store tons of items with inventory constantly changing. Best of all the proceeds from your purchases go to caring for abandoned animals which you can visit for a minimal $5 charge. The care givers also walk with you and tell you the back story of each of the animals.
December 2025
What a spot, very well organised and lots to see, don’t miss the cafe and lounge. The building used to be an ivory mill!
October 2025
One of my favorite places in CT. Great prices, nice staff and friendly resident cats. Cozy snack shops with good coffee and muffins. What else can you ask for?