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middletown ct - town was a nice surprise..
Largemarge867
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just visited this past weekend - had certain expectations of the town based on CC reviews of Wes and the town. Specifically, the word "gritty" has been a commonly used descriptor. Well, hubby and I were pleasantly surprised, if not downright shocked - this town is an absolute hidden gem imo.
The diversity of shops/restaurants, with walking paths along a scenic riverfront, creates more character and a more energetic vibe/character than most of the other NESCAC towns, notably Williamstown, which had an almost antiseptic feel on the 100 yard retail strip - which certainly may appeal to some, but not us. As residents of the Garden State, I would favorably compare Middletown most closely to Montclair (more affluent in general, but with a similar overall diversification socioeconomically) , and to a lesser extent parts of Summit / Ridgewood. You can get a nice steak in any of these towns, as well as authentic empanadas or Korean bulgogi.
As a real estate investor, my eye quickly notices the availability (or lack thereof) of retail/commercial space - and I didn't notice one material empty space from the boutique hotel (on the south end), down to the diner at the north end of Main Street. Also, a good amt of construction going on, and not one fast food chain.
For those in the know, has this revitalization been recent?
5 replies The diversity of shops/restaurants, with walking paths along a scenic riverfront, creates more character and a more energetic vibe/character than most of the other NESCAC towns, notably Williamstown, which had an almost antiseptic feel on the 100 yard retail strip - which certainly may appeal to some, but not us. As residents of the Garden State, I would favorably compare Middletown most closely to Montclair (more affluent in general, but with a similar overall diversification socioeconomically) , and to a lesser extent parts of Summit / Ridgewood. You can get a nice steak in any of these towns, as well as authentic empanadas or Korean bulgogi.
As a real estate investor, my eye quickly notices the availability (or lack thereof) of retail/commercial space - and I didn't notice one material empty space from the boutique hotel (on the south end), down to the diner at the north end of Main Street. Also, a good amt of construction going on, and not one fast food chain.
For those in the know, has this revitalization been recent?
Replies to: middletown ct - town was a nice surprise..
Ironically, the place really comes alive during the summer when the college population shrinks, but the weather warms up, the days are long and the spicy fragrances from all the open restaurant kitchen doors escape and mingle in the air.