Groton Square — Attraction in Groton

Welcome to 'Groton Square' - where your wallet goes on an extreme diet! Here, prices are higher than your last mountain trek, but hey, it's all for that 'big city' feeling. Don't forget to flex those muscles at the almost entirely self-checkout lanes; it's like a mini workout, scanning and bagging your own groceries. Oh, and bring your own bags - because we're all about that eco-friendly life (and cutting costs, shh). And the best part? The parking lot is a real-life version of 'The Fast and the Furious' - make sure you sprint to your car unless you fancy an impromptu donation to the local 'parking lot fund'. Shop at...

Shopping center of 17 shops: Stop and Shop. Kohl's. Verizon. UPS Store. Pet Valu. Payless. Moe's Southwest Grill. Supercuts. New York Pizza. Sally's Beauty. Supply CK. Nails Dollar Tree. Grand wine Spirits liquor store. Xfinity/Comcast. Physician One Urgent Care(takes walk-ins, does X-rays). GNC. Panera Bread. In that order forward or backwards. Need I say more? Google names for more info. Wal-Mart is located behind Stop and Shop. Shopping center is surrounded by other stores, restaurants, mini shopping centers and hotel....

Prices have gone up here in recent years, following the lead of Big Y, which used to be the most expensive grocery store in town. These days, they're running neck and neck. The produce is excellent and the variety of goods is also quite good. If you're looking for Hispanic/Latino foods in particular, though, ShopRite in New London has a better selection. Good deals can still be had IF you check the weekly circular and have a customer loyalty card (free). You need the card to also earn points for discounts on S&S gas and...