JRamone0819 t1_j0au0yg wrote on December 15, 2022 at 8:24 AM

Definitely the problem with downtown is no grocery store, gas station, or other sort of basic stuff you'd get if you lived in a less urban area. The bright side would be no commute, easy access to theater, museums, and the park.

ManniesLeftArm t1_j0c9kod wrote on December 15, 2022 at 4:34 PM

This comment screams ignorance. There are 2 gas stations downtown and 3 large grocery stores <5 min drive away. Those grocery stores are on a bus line too if you cant drive. Literally dozens of bodega's and markets downtown to supplement this.

JRamone0819 t1_j0fv2ca wrote on December 16, 2022 at 9:42 AM

I've worked in downtown Hartford for 30 years and if you're downtown, there's few options, and these businesses come and go, for shopping, etc. CVS is about it, the and the bodega that is opposite it on Main St. How is that being ignorant? I was thinking of what is accessible within walking distance.

ManniesLeftArm t1_j0gqwv6 wrote on December 16, 2022 at 3:03 PM

> How is that being ignorant?

For the reasons i outlined in the rest of my comment. You are wholly incorrect and it is a sentiment often regurgitated by those who dont spend much time in the city or havent for some time. There are 2 CVS's, a walgreens, dozens of markets, delis and bodegas, and there are 2 gas stations all within walking distance. Stop and Shop, Walmart and Aldis <5 drive away and they are all on bus line. CTown and Whole Foods also ~5 mins away. Stop downtown sometime and walk around a bit, everything is at your fingertips.