A spot worth stopping at with the coolest interior and art gallery in the back. There are lots of…read moredifferent seating options, local-featured grab & go items (such as East Coast Kombucha and Foxon Park Sodas). The set up of their roaster in the cafe allows you to get a glimpse into their production. Top sellers are their speciality menu drink options & their drip coffee (Barnum Blend). Plus their food menu has some fan favorites like their Manchego & Sancho Breakfast Sandwiches, BEC, the Romesco and the Lola (special menu item). All of their delicious baked goods and food items are made in house.

My husband and I have been seeing URSA's coffee in our local grocery store, so we were curious to…read morego to their storefront and learn more about them. We're so glad that we did! It's an eclectic space that doubles as both an art gallery and coffee shop, which is such a cool concept, especially for Bridgeport. We shared a breakfast sandwich and parfait, both of which were delicious! My husband really enjoyed his Cortado. Nice spot to hang out for a bit.

I use the Art Space to have my proposal party the day I got engaged to my fiance. The location is…read moregreat and easy to find in inside the Art space you feel as if you're in a painting. The owner was beyond accommodating he clean up the Art Space prior to the event. He also included tables and chairs that I was able to use to seat my guest a refrigerator to store any kind of food and or beverages in speakers to hook up a phone or laptop to to play music in lieu of a DJ. The price per hour that I paid was phenomenal for the art space that I was renting. It's just the right space to hold 30 to 40 people comfortably and did I mention that he has central air that keep my family nice and cool while enjoying a great evening. I wish him nothing but success in the near future and will be recommending him to anybody that is in need of a space to have a baby shower a get-together a sip and paint just about anything in life to Bridgeport creates. Located in the historical arcade mall on Main Street in Bridgeport Connecticut it's a great place to have a good time

This center for art and ideas is my home away from home. They have access to traditional and urban…read morecontemporary art as well as serve as hosts to performers of all disciplines. They are open on evenings and weekends and are usually very informed about the goings on in the downtown area.

My husband and I had our cocktail hour and wedding reception at the Boathouse at the Knowlton. I…read morecannot express how absolutely amazing this venue is. It will WOW your guest in more ways than one and it was a STUNNING place to take pictures! I should start off by saying Shiran and Sandy are a DREAM TEAM. They helped me from start to finish a year in advance with my wedding through me panicking and wanting to see the venue about 1,000 times for my "vision". They were always happy to give advice and to open up the doors for me! The day before we were let in to drop some things off which was great so we didn't have to worry the day of. Most venues don't allow that so I am so happy they did. There is ample parking and the space is new and beautiful. Shiran did a GREAT job with the lighting (such a talented jack of all trades). Do not hesitate to book this place... it was our favorite part of our wedding and our guests too! Open and airy (we were able to keep the huge doors open to the deck on the river). We can't recommend it enough! P.S. It was amazing to see all of our friends change their profile pictures to them in front of all of the murals at the venue!

Impressive mural park outside + gorgeous galleries, and huge event spaces inside! The staff has…read morebeen amazing, they always work with me to create beautiful lighting, the right music for my crowd, plus the artists in the main building are truly talented. Great art everywhere! This place is perfect for small and large parties, photoshoots, artists who want community, and anything creative you've got going on.

What a nifty place! In downtown Bridgeport, right in front of the People's Bank HQ is the P.T…read more Barnum Museum - it is a great piece of local history. We got the free passes from the Milford Library last August and proceeded to bring the kids on a very HOT Wednesday afternoon to utilize the AC. What a pleasant surprise! We were the only patrons that day and had the run of the place. People's Bank also sponsored a recycling exhibit in the "Gallery" that was particularly thought provoking. http://www.barnum-museum.org/

The Barnum Museum is a staple to any visit to Brisgeport, as the man basically built the city. The…read moreentrance and tours are completely free, but they encourage donations at the front desk. The tour guides keep up on their research and are able to answer any question you may possibly have about Barnum and the city. I love visiting the Barnum Museum! They've done so much since my last visit! The pink walls are beautiful. It was a pleasure going through the tour with Cherise, who was very knowledgeable and adorable, and to meet the director, Kathy. Can't wait to see what's in store next!

I'm a big fan of GBR - really great selection of antiques, prices are great, and the owners are…read moreawesome. Just consigned some glass and smalls with them. So worth the trip - you won't be disappointed! Off street parking, and right off of I-95.

The Housatonic Museum of Art is a fantastic resource both for college students and the entire…read morecommunity. In the few times I've visited, I've seen everything from photography and sculptures created by students to real Warhol and Picasso paintings. The location is easily accessible in downtown Bridgeport with plenty of parking in the garage and the train station just a few blocks away.

This is a small museum located on the Housatonic Community College campus, a quick few turns off…read moreRoute 8. The roads and campus were really quiet on Saturday, and parking seemed to be available in their parking garage for visitors. Whether there were visitor designated spots, I wasn't 100% clear so I pulled into the first available spot. The museum is located in Lafayette Hall and while there was a security guard located in the general area, there doesn't seem to be an employee on the weekend to provide information or answer questions on the art. The signage was not the most comprehensive I've seen, and it was very small (two rooms that seem to be for rotating exhibits, a hallway exhibit on Little Liberia, and other older pieces on the second floor). On the other hand, it was also free. The art was beautiful, the Little Liberia exhibit very interesting, and it must be great for students who will be on campus already to be able to enjoy the works of art. As a visitor, particularly on the weekends, you may want to note this will be a quick stop and have plans for the remainder of the day.

Aquila's Nest is absolutely worth a visit. We sat in one of their cozy geodesic dome igloos which…read moremakes it such a fun and relaxed experience. The wine flight did not disappoint -- we tried the red, white & a combination, all solid pours. The cheese box is necessary if you're trying the flight ( or you can bring your own food). Highly recommend booking an igloo and making a night of it!

I saw this place on social media, and since I've been to vineyards before, I wanted to try it in…read morethe Fall. My friend and I booked an igloo (thankfully--we'll get to that). Aquila's gives a 30-minute grace period, which helped since the area gets very dark at night and the roads are narrow. I knew ahead of time there would be a lobster food truck and a live salsa band. When you arrive, you check in with the hostess, though there's no clear hostess stand since she's stationed at the end of the bar. The inside was crowded with no available seats, but we weren't there for the band anyway. Our igloo had a heater, but two would've been ideal. They recommend bringing a blanket, which I forgot, but it wasn't too cold--around the high 40s. We tried the "Sweet Wine Flight," which included Sparkling Rosé, Moscato, and white and red wine slushies. The white wine slushy was my favorite. It started raining while we were there, and everyone with fire pits cleared out, so I was extra glad we chose an igloo. They offered a cheese box, but it looked too small, so we stuck to drinks. Our server was polite and brought everything out quickly. Reservations give you two hours, and we had a great time. I like the variety of reservation options they offer. For suggestions: it would be nice to have a real charcuterie board instead of tiny cheese and veggie boxes. The indoor space could also be larger, especially for people coming for the live band, and there are no seats around the bar. Overall, though, it's a cozy spot, and I enjoyed the experience.