Pandemonium Thrift Shop - Deep River, Connecticut

Dan Ryan

This place was awesome. Absolutely a “hidden gem”. They had a ton of thrift and vintage items that were prices very fairly, not over priced like you would find in an antique store. The prices for books and media were unbeatable too. The back room and cafe were super cool with old brick and antique furniture. Extra points for the 2 cats that were lounging around. They also have an animal sacristy in the back that’s its own attraction you can check out too. This is definitely a place to check out.

Samantha Ide

Such a wonderful “hidden” gem- and I say hidden because I had just found out about it yesterday! Brought my 1 year old daughter and we had a blast exploring the grounds, visiting the animals and shopping. Will definitely be back. Thank you to Audrey?/Aubrey? I apologize for not getting her name again before leaving- she was amazing in her knowledge of all the animals in their care.

Chicken Locket

This place is phenomenal!!! Great prices on clothes. Fantastic toys and games in great condition. Two levels of fun!! Clean - great finds!!
((Having said that - i wouldn’t be able to bring my senior dad. Tight aisles and stairs. Not faulting - it is a beautiful old building. just making others aware))

Johanna K

I was here for the first time today and had a wonderful experience. Your staff let me hold 2 snakes conquering my fear of them. Your staff in the bird and animals rescue were amazing! I spoke with someone who only worked there a few weeks who was so well educated on every animals background. you think they had been working there for years. So nice so polite so Informative. Then we went to sit with the goats. All had names and staff knew each of them. The thrift store is as clean as possible with the massive amount of inventory they have. Unfortunately me and my roommate had run out of time to explore the rest of the grounds. We also had a historical tour of what the original building and grounds were and how it tied into the rest of deep river. I'll be back again for sure so I can check out more things. What a wonderful experience

Chris Bryant

What a FANTASTIC place! 4 of my absolute favorite things all rolled into one location: a café, an animal rescue, a thrift store, and a (mini) book store!

There is a REALLY great lounge area right off the café, where you can kick back in an old chair and read, enjoy something from the café, or if you’re lucky pet one of the cats who is walking around.

Every single person there clearly loves what they do, whether that’s directly interacting with the animals and answering visitor’s questions, or getting your order together in the café.

I only wish I could pick this whole place up and move it an hour and a half closer to my house! I’d be here ALL the time.

The thrift shop has extremely fair pricing and lots to see, the books were also very, very well priced (naturally I grabbed a bunch), and I love knowing my purchases here are to help support the animals.

I couldn’t recommend Pandemonium Thrift Shop more highly, and literally cannot wait to return.

Jessica Franco

Cute little place with a lot to explore just in the shop. We didn’t notice until after that they have a cafe and activities on the grounds. Will want to return in warmer weather to see the rest!

Kendra Shubert

I went here for a school trip to write about the animals, and I absolutely loved it. The whole place was cozy and comforting. The animals were so sweet and the staff was so helpful and kind! I greatly recommend coming here, it was an amazing experience!

Steven Webb

What a great place. Old books, cheap 2$ for hardcopy. Cafe with friendly folks, 3$ coffee. And fantastic places to sit amongst old books, old brickwork, wood floors. Lots of character. Attached thrift store, everything is cheap and old, mostly busted and dented but that's ok.

Small goat pen, plant store, outdoor seating. Great place to spend a few hours and a few bucks. Donations accepted of old stuff.