Monroe is a charming suburb of New York City, New Haven and Bridgeport. With rolling hills, tons of trees, and a cozy hometown feel, this sweet little corner of Connecticut is sure make you feel right at home! The town has a population of 18,000 and is a well-loved area of Fairfield County. Patron one of Monroes locally owned and operated restaurants: Monroe Diner is a great place for a cup of coffee and a pancake, and MacDaddy’s Mac and Cheese Bar is great for trying all sorts of adventurous kinds of Mac and Cheese! If you’re a horror movie fan, you’re in the best of luck. Explore Warren’s Museum of the Occult with a group of friends and scare yourself silly! The Strawberry Festival is another highlight. Enjoy all sorts of delicious strawberry confections every June at this family friendly fest! Annual festivals, great places to eat, and great greenspaces to visit, Monroe is a fantastic little place to call home!
Warrens Occult Museum
Monroe is home to one of the spookiest attractions in the USA! Come explore the Warren Museum and see cursed and haunted items found in “The Conjuring” series. One attraction in particular draws in people from all around the globe: The infamous Annabelle Doll. This terrifying doll is known as being the most haunted doll in the entire world! Grab some friends and take a trip to this world-famous creepy museum!
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The Monroe Strawberry Festival
This annual town-wide favorite event is excellent family fun. Enjoy local artists, live music, tasty baked goods, children’s activities, and strawberry flavored everything at the Strawberry Fest! Join the fun at Monroe Congregational Church during the month of June!
Whitney Farms Golf Club and Event Venue
This well-kept and “challenging but not too hard” golf course will please any Golfer who comes to visit. Many weddings and other celebrations are often hosted at this venue. Spend the day At Whitney Farms Golf Club! Friendly waitstaff are ready to help you with anything you need!
Vazzy’s Osteria
This delicious family oriented Italian restaurant is owned and operated by local residents. Regulars recommend the Sauteed PEI Mussels or the Grilled Lamb Chops. Vazzy’s also has a charming outdoor patio complete with a fireplace and festive string lights! On top of great food and great service, Vazzy’s has an extensive wine menu. Servers are well educated on Wine selections and can help you pair the perfect Vino with the perfect Italian meal. Come to Vazzy’s and relax with a glass of wine on the patio with some friends. It’s one of the coziest spots in town!
MacDaddy’s Macaroni and Cheese Bar
This hole in the wall style restaurant is a location destination for foodies all over New England! Bacon Ranch, Kimchi, Buffalo chicken, and the “Mac Daddy” are all different kinds of Mac and Cheese you can enjoy at this famous establishment! If you’re a serious Mac and Cheese connoisseur, you’re going to have to come back at least 20 times in order to try all of the different flavors available!
Monroe Social
This local watering hole is a cool little spot just off the beaten path! Residents particularly love the Sunday Brunch menu complete with bottomless Mimosas. Weekly Karaoke, homemade pasta, delicious drinks, fun decor, and super helpful waitstaff are all perks of this fantastic local restaurant!