While you are in the area, visit our local historic sites and our many entertainment, shopping, and dining delights.
Home to the original productions of Man of La Mancha, Shenandoah, and Annie, and recipient of two Tony Awards for outstanding achievement in the musical theatre, Goodspeed is world renowned as the home of the American Musical.
La Vita Gustosa, which in Italian means "the tasty life," is a family-owned restaurant that strives to serve authentic and reasonably priced home cooked meals in the intimate atmosphere of a traditional Italian trattoria. Located just across from the Goodspeed Opera House, La Vita Gustosa is homey and welcoming, the perfect spot for a romantic pre-theater dinner.
A suitable accompaniment for its neighbor, the historic Goodspeed Opera House, The Gelston House is a dining experience steeped in tradition. You will be overwhelmed by the spectacular setting. The Gelston House looks as buffed and pampered as a big old riverboat steaming up the Connecticut.
Nestled on a secluded ridge atop the banks of the Connecticut River, The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station is an all-new, state-of-the-art, very private banquet, conference and catering center that promises you a world-class experience unmatched anywhere.
Nestled along the Connecticut River in Haddam, Connecticut, Goodspeed's Station offers an array of unique gifts and home decor. Candles, nostalgic candy, handcrafted jewelry, specialty foods, and holiday must - haves are just some of the items Goodspeed's Station has to offer.
Tylerville Country Market has been in business for more than 40 years. This is a friendly, welcoming grocery store with well-stocked shelves and a butcher onsite. The location near marinas and campgrounds bring the market a lot of business from campers and boaters.
Offering finely prepared foods for your eating pleasure, The Cooking Company has a wide selection of prepared main dishes, alongside fresh-made soups, salads, breads and made-to-order deli sandwiches. Fresh coffee, tea and hot chocolate is also available while you wait for your order. The Cooking Company has dine-in or take-out to serve anyone's needs.
Stunning views of the Connecticut River from your colorful picnic table while you enjoy fresh seafood dishes cooked on a six-foot industrial grill. The Blue Oar, once a snack bar, has only outdoor seating. It's not like you'd want to sit inside with a setting like this. Seafood specials change daily, and there are plenty of land-roving options for the non-fish eaters out there.