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(203) 248-0648
2979 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA

About this Restaurant

What You’ll Experience

Pick up a fully customized charcuterie board from a beloved specialty food shop that’s been serving Hamden for more than 50 years. Every board is made fresh to order and designed around your group size, preferences, and occasion.

  • Custom-Built Charcuterie Boards — Each board is assembled to your specifications, whether you’re planning an intimate girls’ night or feeding a larger group celebration.

  • Premium Ingredients — Boards feature specialty cheeses, cured meats, gourmet crackers, olives, house-made jams, seasonal fruits, and fresh vegetables.

  • Gourmet Gift Baskets Available — In addition to charcuterie, Bon Appétit also creates curated gift baskets perfect for hosts, brides, birthdays, or corporate gifting.

  • Decades of Expertise — With more than five decades of experience sourcing cheeses and specialty foods from around the world, the team brings genuine product knowledge to every order.

  • Fresh Pickup Service — Orders are prepared fresh and available for pickup directly from the Whitney Avenue shop.

It’s an easy, elevated option for groups that want something polished without spending hours assembling it themselves.

Why We Love It for Group Gatherings

  • Effortless Entertaining — You arrive with a beautiful spread that feels fully catered without having to prep or style it yourself.

  • Completely Customizable — Boards can be adjusted for dietary preferences, group size, budget, and event style.

  • Works for Any Occasion — Perfect for cocktail hours, pre-dinner snacks, brunch tables, girls’ weekends, or casual celebrations at home or your Airbnb.

  • Built-In Gift Option — Pair your board with a gourmet gift basket for a thoughtful add-on.

  • A True Local Favorite — Bon Appétit has been serving the community long before charcuterie became trendy, giving the experience a more authentic neighborhood feel.

About the Experience Partner

Bon Appétit is a long-running specialty food shop located on Whitney Avenue in Hamden, Connecticut. Known for its curated cheeses, charcuterie, gourmet foods, and gift baskets, the shop has spent over 50 years building relationships with specialty food producers and helping customers create elevated spreads for gatherings of all kinds.

Additional Information

  • Charcuterie boards start at $15

  • Orders require at least 24 hours’ advance notice

  • Pickup only — delivery is not available

  • Pickup location: 2979 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

  • No on-site seating available

  • Orders can be placed online or by phone

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Style Factor

Low-key Looks
Luxe AF

Social Scene

Date Night
Friend Feast

Bite Level

No-Fuss
Fancy Plates

Food Sharing

Pass the Plates
All Mine

Who's There

Locals
Tourist Hotspot

Why We Love It

Rules for Groups

Cancellation / No Show FeeCancellation / No Show Fee
48 hour cancellation policy for catering orders

General Information

Food Service

breakfastbreakfast
lunchlunch
dinnerdinner
brunchbrunch

Dietary Considerations

vegetarianVegetarian
gluten-freeGluten-free

Location

New Haven, CT

2979 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA

About the neighborhood

Whitney Avenue is one of Hamden’s main commercial corridors and sits just a short drive from downtown New Haven. The area is easy to access with convenient parking nearby, making pickup simple whether you’re local or visiting for the weekend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I order a Board or Gift Basket ?

We have many different options! You can shop directly online if you head over to the “Shop” Section on our site. You can also head to the "Contact Us" Section and sent us a note, or reach out directly via email at bonappetitct@att.net or give the store a call at 203-248-0648. Let us know what you're looking for, preferred size and/or number of people you're serving and date and time of your event. We'll then work together to chose the perfect option for you. Payment for all orders are expected at the time of your order.

How do I Inquire about or order a Grazing Table?

You can also head to the "Contact Us" Section and sent us a note, or reach out directly via email at bonappetitct@att.net or give the store a call at 203-248-0648 and ask for Valerie. Let us know what you're looking for, preferred size and/or number of people you're serving and date, location and time of your event. We'll then work together to chose the perfect option for you.

How far in advance should I place my order?

The sooner the better! Rule of thumb, if you're thinking about ordering, we would recommend reaching out to us as early as possible. However, if you're in a jam or need a last minute appetizer to bring to friend's house, we ask for at a minimum, 24 hours. If you are really in a pitch give us a call and we will see what we can do.

What do I do with the board when I'm finished, do I have to give it back to you?

It's yours to keep!

Do you provide the physical table for the Grazing Table?

Not at this time. The client is responsible for providing an adequate space for us to create a spread upon. If you're not interested in renting a table, we can certainly create "tables" on various counters, islands and other surfaces within the home. If you need any table rental recommendations we are happy to help with that.

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How does set-up/ clean-up work if I want a Grazing Table at my event?

For flat lay grazing tables (no rentals provided by us) we typically require 2 hours of set up time at the location/venue depending on the amount of people being served. Since we do not need our rentals back and everything included in the table is disposable, clean up is a breeze. Just roll up the butcher paper and throw away the scraps! For multi-dimensional the same amount of time is required for set up (approximately 2 hours depending) and the customer is responsible for making sure the rentals are free of large particles of food and returning rentals to the shop located at 2979 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT.

What about plates, napkins and cutlery?

We do not provide plates or napkins, and generally we try to put out a spread that requires no cutlery - however, plates and napkins can be added-on if desired. We offer a great option for an disposables, so feel free to inquire about them! We do however, provide all necessary serving items.

Do you have a store front?

We sure do! 2979 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

What are your hours?

Tuesday - Thursday: 11am - 4pm Friday & Saturday: 10am - 5pm Sunday & Monday: CLOSED