From heirloom-quality furniture and upholstery (hand-crafted by artisans) to brand name fashions, jewelry and exceptional gifts, Chester is a great place to shop for quality, variety and value. Explore the historic downtown retail district—as well as three shopping malls—to find great deals in designer clothing and specialty merchandise. Chester also has an astounding variety of boutiques, craft stores, antiques, pet stores, candy shops, tea room and art galleries.
  A World of Birds15 Perry St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-2291 Sun-Mon: 11:00-6:00 | Tues-Fri: 11:00-7:00 | Sat: 10:00-6:00 Specialty bird store selling many species of hand-fed baby birds spoiled with love. Finest selection of cages, play gyms, variety of seeds and treats, including our own custom blends and a great selection of toys. Grooming and Boarding also available. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Alstede Farms1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-7189 Open year round: 9:00AM - 6:00PM Experience fresh discoveries on our family-owned farm! Pick your own fruits and vegetables, or join our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) for a weekly box of fresh-picked produce grown just for you. Enjoy seasonal festivals, corn and sunflower mazes, children’s activities, brunches, live music, a hard cider garden, and homemade ice cream. |
  Antiques by Chester Crafts & Collectibles28 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-2900 Open Daily: 11:00-5:30 | Winter Hours May Vary. Call for extended holiday hours. Affordable Antiques in Chester! |
  Black River Candy Shoppe44 Main St. (rear), Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-1233 908-879-1905 Mon: 11:00-5:00 | Tue-Fri: 10:00-5:00 | Sat:10:00-5:30 | Sun: 11:00-5:30 Enjoy the nostalgic charm of Black River Candy Shoppe. We offer over 1,000 candy items, specializing in nostalgic favorites. We have a large selection of English/Irish sweets, over 40 flavors from Jelly Belly, including Harry Potter treats, salt water taffy, children's candy, and much more. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Boehs Cabinet Shop85 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-7261 Mon: Call first | Tues-Sat: 9:00-5:00 | Sun: 11:00-5:00 A wood lover's delight! Featuring birdhouses, puzzle boxes, whirligigs, wooden gifts, and unfinished and barn wood furniture for adults, children, and dolls. This Fall (October 2026) marks our 63rd year in business at this location! Visit Website Visit Our Facebook |
 Chester Candle Company76 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-432-5071 Mon - Fri: 11am - 5pm | Sat: 10am -5pm | Sun: 11am-5pm Hand-poured small-batch artisan soy candles made by our family right here on Main Street! Can't find the scent you are looking for? No problem! Choose from over 100 scents in our scent library and make your own candle at our Pour Your Own (PYO) Bar. No appt necessary. We offer classes too See website for more details. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Chester Crafts & Collectibles28 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-2900 Open Daily: 11:30-5:30 | Winter Hours May Vary. Call for extended holiday hours. "Chester's Essential Shopping Destination" |
  Chester Fine Wines and Spirits 120 Route 206 908-979-5352 Mon-Sat: 9:00AM – 9 :00PM | Sun: 10:00AM-7:00PM Chester Fine Wines & Spirits has provided a large and diversified selection of fine wines, beers and spirits since 1974. Formerly operating under the ShopRite banner, CFW has been owned and operated by the same family, who has lived in the community for more than 50 years. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Comfortably Chic47 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-966-6870 Mon-Fri: 11:00-5:00 | Sat: 10:00-6:00 | Sun: 11:00-5:00 Wonderful selection of home decor, furniture, kitchen and garden items! Home of Chester Candle Company retail offering candles, diffusers, wax melts and room sprays. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  DreemIt Boutique 95 West Main Street 973-219-2181 Mon: Closed | Tue: 12:00PM-3:00PM | Wed: 12:00PM-5:00PM | Thu: 12:30PM-5:00PM | Fri: 12:00PM-5:00PM | Sat: 11:00AM-4:00PM | Sun: 11:00AM-3:00PM A lifestyle boutique and brand for grown-ups and kiddos. Earth friendly, gorgeous, gifts, toys and musical instruments. Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  El Monte Coffee Roasters45 Perry St, Ste. D, Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-0313 Open Daily 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Enjoy the freshest coffee ever! We roast our own coffee and make our own baked goods. Tea, latte, cappuccino, Chai and delicious smoothies. |
  Enchanted Chocolate 43 Main Street 908-955-7051 Wed-Fri: 11:30AM-5:00PM | Sat-Sun: 10:30AM-4:30PM Handcrafted chocolate shop, specializing in small batch, artisan confections, made with premium ingredients. We create truffles, caramels, barks, creams, and seasonal specialties. Our signature Buttercrunch is our top seller and quickly becoming a Chester favorite! Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Essentials at The Olive & The Stone58 Main Street 908-455-1131 Mon-Tue: Closed | Wed-Fri: 11AM-4PM | Sat-Sun: 11AM-5PM Discover premium cookware, innovative kitchen gadgets, beautiful serving pieces and so much more - all you need to cook, entertain, and elevate your kitchen. Visit us! Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Four Paws Annex 54 Main Street Tues-Fri 11am -6pm Four Paws Annex is a dog health and wellness shop dedicated to helping pet parents provide the best for their furry companions. We specialize in clean treats and holistic wellness products that support a healthier lifestyle for dogs, while also educating owners on the benefits of natural pet care. We host engaging community events, from pet-friendly gatherings to educational workshops, making us more than just a store—it’s a destination for pet wellness, education, and community. |
  Fresco Mexican137 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-955-7222 Mon- Thu:10:30-9:00 | Fri:10:30-10:00 |Sat: 7:00am-10:00pm|Sun: 7:00am-9:00pm Fresh Mexican on Main Street Chester! Summer porch dining, vegetarian options and artisan boutique. A unique dining and shopping experience. |
  Grouse in Pearls54 Main St., Village Square Ste. 3, Chester, NJ 07930 908-888-2538 Wed-Sun: 11:00-5:00 A unique store with a signature mix offering antique, vintage, and contemporary furniture, home decor, art, fine jewelry, LV, Chanel, Hermes, glass, lighting, etc. Visit Website Visit Our Instagram |
  Handmade By Melinda20 Main St., Chester NJ 07930 908-888-3056 Tues-Sun: 10:00-5:00 Greeting cards, unique, dimensional, boxes, signs, shirts, watercolor paintings, classes for handmade cards, boxes, paper & fabric Visit Website |
 Hester & Shore, The Kitchen Store 57 Main Street 908-966-5894 Mon: Closed |Tues-Fri: 11AM-5PM | Sat: 10AM-6PM | Sun: 11AM-5PM Welcome to Hester & Shore, the Kitchen Store! Featuring 100 different types of tea from around the world! A fantastic selection of coffee, tea and coffee accessories, kitchen gadgets, table / serving ware, salts, spice blends, baking accessories and artisan foods. Fun for the foodie, the baker, the everyday home chef and even the begrudging cook! Perfect for hostess gifting too! Love Vintage Kitchen Items? We’ve got you covered! From cookie jars, serving pieces, teapots, Toleware & more! Curated by Carversville Home. Visit Our Instagram |
  IrisTree 270 US 206 908-206-4981 Mon-Fri: 10:00AM-5:00PM | Sat: 10:00AM-4:00PM | Sun: 11:00AM-4:00PM Iris Tree has been your go-to boutique and spa 14 years, offering expert facials, massage, waxing, and makeup services. We’re dedicated to pampering you with exceptional care, plus curated skincare, makeup, and thoughtful gift items Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
-pdf.jpeg){kind=logo}  Linda's Gourmet Biscotti30 Main St., Chester, NJ 908-246-2233 Tues-Fri: 8:30-5:00 | Sat-Sun: 8:30-6:00 Gourmet biscotti shop serving delicious treats, coffee, artisan breads and more. Great for gifts, catering or a quick snack. With traditional crunchy and signature soft biscotti, Linda's offers something for everyone! Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Lupa Apothecary 41-A Main Street 908-872-8514 Wed-Fri : 11am - 6pm Lupa Apothecary is a mix of ancient and modern methods to self-care. We have an intentionally curated selection of wellness products, apparel, body treatments, contemporary and vintage jewelry, fragrances, decor, tarot, books and more. We have monthly events, groups and guests; all connected by the thread of being a little bit Witchy. |
  Main Street Misfits Toys & Collectibles 50 Main Street 908-955-7016 Mon: Closed | Tue-Fri: 11am-6pm | Sat-Sun: 11am-5pm Not your average toy store! Main Street Misfits is a local destination for childhood nostalgia - past and present - featuring vintage and modern toys, video games, Pokémon Trading Cards, and pop-culture collectibles. Bring in old toys or collections for cash or store credit. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
 Mercantile on Main76 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-922-3852 Mon-Fri: 11:00-5:00 | Sat: 10:00-6:00 | Sun: 11:00-5:00 Jewelry, Cards, Gifts, Accessories and more Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Midnight Owl75 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-1717 Please call the store for current hours "Live your own myth" |
  My Pretty Little Closet Thrift & Gift 60 Main Street 908-955-7021 Winter Hours: Monday Closed, Tuesday 12-4, Wednesday-Sunday 10:30-5 Hours may vary by season. Check Instagram for updates Located in the heart of Chester, My Pretty Little Closet Thrift and Gift offers a wide range of gifts and housewares with great selections for men, women and kids. There is also a thrifted clothes section! Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  New Wineskin Emporium 25 Perry Street 973-576-5607 Mon: Closed | Tues-Sat 10am-6pm | Sun 1-5pm New Wineskin Emporium is an independent bookstore and boutique offering a thoughtfully curated selection of books, gifts and apparel. Rooted in faith and community, we provide a welcoming space for readers, families, and neighbors to connect, learn, and be inspired. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
.jpg){kind=logo} Penny Lane87 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 862-777-1785 Fri:12:00-5:00 | Sat-Sun: 11:00-5:00 This unique shop offers a wide selection of vinyl records (original and re-issue), plus a vast collection of CD's and DVD's at great prices. Worth the drive from anywhere! Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Perfect Treasure35 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-9622 Mon-Fri: 10:30-5:00 | Sat-Sun: 10:30-6:00 | Extended holiday hours. "Something for all ages" |
  Point 538 Main Street 862-286-0555 Tue: 11AM-5PM | Thur: 11AM-5PM | Fri-Sun: 11AM-6PM This non-alcoholic bottle shop and tasting bar features specialty beverages, spirit substitutes, unique botanicals, and mixers for the sober-curious and mindful drinkers. Full of flavor, some functional drinks also include ingredients for mood and relaxation. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Rows of PurL44 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-0403 Tues-Sat: 11:00am-5:00pm | Sun: 11:00-4:00 Walk this way to Rows of PurL for the finest of knitting and crochet fibers, needles, and supplies. Original artworks and handmade gifts offered for purchase. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Sally Lunn's Tea Shoppe & Restaurant15 Perry St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-7731 Tues-Fri: 10:30-5:30 | Sat-Sun: 10:30-6:00 VOTED #1 Restaurant by NJ Monthly for 5 Years in a Row! |
 Steam Soapery76 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-954-8565 Mon: Mon-Fri: 11:00-5:00 | Sat: 10:00-6:00 | Sun: 11:00-5:00 Handcrafted clean customizable bath, shower, beauty and body products. We specialize in creating products onsite that are personalized just for you. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Stony Hill Farms (Farm Market)15 North Rd., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-2908 908-879-5876 June 1st-Dec 23rd 10:00am-6:00pm Farm market selling homegrown produce, baked goods and seasonal items. Pick your own strawberries, flowers, raspberries, blueberries, apples, pumpkins and vegetables. 10 acre Corn Maze. See website for what is available by season. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Stony Hill Farms (Greenhouses)8 State Route 24, Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-2696 Fax: 908-879-5876 Hours vary by season. Visit website for hours. Greenhouse with seasonal plants, cut flowers, orchids, house plants and home decor Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Taylor's Ice Cream Parlor18 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-5363 Open Daily:10:30-Close | Changes seasonally 48 flavors of homemade hard ice cream, soft-serve, sundaes, banana splits, shakes, malts, floats, egg creams, smoothies, yogurt, no-sugar/dairy free options. Ready to go cakes and novelties. Comfortable inside seating with views of up- beat Main Street. |
  The Artful Hideaway44 Main St., Chester NJ 07930 908-955-7896 Wed-Thur: 11:00AM-5:00PM | Fri-Sat: 10AM-8PM | Sun: 11AM-5PM We're a groovy place where art comes to the table. |
.jpg) The Olive and The Stone58 Main St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-455-1131 Wed-Fri: 11:00am-5:00pm |Sat-Sun: 11:00am-5:00pm Premium flavored Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars. "A unique tasting bar experience." More than 70 varieties of premium olive oils and balsamic vinegars to try before you buy. Related accessories, gifts and more. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  Winky's Pet Boutique15 Perry St., Chester, NJ 07930 908-955-4211 Wed-Sun:11:00am-5:00pm Best store for your "Best Friend' featuring specialty toys, all natural treats and chews, clothing, leashes and collars. Lots of other unique items! Pets of all sizes welcome! Adoption events and holiday photos. Visit Website Visit Our Facebook Visit Our Instagram |
  You're Not In Kansas Anymore35 Perry St., Chester, NJ 07930 973-945-9133 Thur-Sat: 11:00-5:30 | Sun: 12:00-5:00 | Call for extended holiday hours *You're not in Kansas* |