Subscription Boxes from Local Small Businesses in the Northeast

Updated by Shannon Ratliff

With seafood, coastal getaways, and over 100 national parks, the Northeast has it all! With Cratejoy’s Northeast Collection, you can bring a little bit of the northeast to you, no matter where you are in the world. From survival gear to seafood, these subscription boxes are sure to make you feel like you're trekking through the White Mountains in New Hampshire or hanging by the beach in Rhode Island.

Check out some of our favorite subscription boxes featuring small businesses from Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

What are the best subscription boxes from the Northeast?

Tinned Fish Club

Tinned Fish Club

From $29.99 per box
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Tinned fish is having a moment in the culinary world—and with good reason. Not only is tinned fish a versatile ingredient or snack on its own, it’s also just downright delicious. Not to mention fish comes packed with Omega-3s and other nutritional benefits. From cod to salmon to sardines, with this subscription, they’ll fill their pantry with self-stable fish from around the world.

Shipping: We try our best to send out first time orders within 5 business days. We can also take some special requests if you just email us. Thank you for your support of our small business!

“Excellent product and service. Bought this as a gift and they couldn’t be happier with this box. I am getting my own subscription after seeing the gift.” – Travis C.

Explore Local Box Monthly

Explore Local Box Monthly

From $45.00 per box
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Take a tasty trip to a new town without leaving the house, thanks to the Explore Local box. Each month, this subscription service spotlights a different U.S. city. They’ll receive a curated selection of artisanal snacks and locally-made treats from that region, along with a beautiful watercolor map and fun facts. It’s a neat way to discover small businesses and local artisans, and it’s the perfect spring subscription box for people who love to travel. With the Explore Local Box, they can sample a little taste of a whole new place.

Shipping: Your first box ships within 3 days of purchase. All subsequent boxes ship the first week of the month. Order by the 14th to receive this month's box.

"GREAT GIFT, GREAT BOX. They support small businesses all around the country and choose the very best locally made items for each month. 10/10 reommend!" - Gene E.

The ManBox

The ManBox

From $20.31 per box
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Introducing the perfect gift for any man - the MANBOX! This ultimate package delivers legendary items right to his doorstep each month, it includes men's essentials, lifestyle, tech/gadgets, and survival items. Every ManBox is jam-packed with 5 or more must-have items! Whether you're treating yourself, your boyfriend, your husband, your son, or anyone else, we guarantee they'll love it!

Shipping: All subsequent boxes ship between the 21st & 25th of each month.

"Not many subscription boxes for guys out there in this price range. A lot of them are either way too much $$$ or too focused (only knifes or only jerky). I enjoyed this box for the randomness of the themes and the items. 10/10 would recommend!!!" - Stefano S.

Steel To Reel Club

Steel To Reel Club

From $54.99 per box
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Filled with practical outdoor gear for fishers, hunters, and hikers, each box from the Steel to Reel Club is curated by a team of expert outdoorsmen with over 10,000 hours of combined field experience. Available in 5 different subscription tiers that cover a wide range of budgets, subscribers will unbox an assortment of outdoor products like high-end multi-tools, trout flies, water filtration kits, first aid essentials, and more.

Shipping: Order by the 14th of the month to get the current box. For existing subscribers we ship on the 15th of each month.

"I ordered steel to reel for my husband and son, and they're both really impressed when I told them how much it cost. They also love the selection of the products because it seems very well thought out. I'm going to get them a few more boxes for sure." - Mora J.

Global Kitchen Inspiration Meal Kit Box • Roaming Radish

Global Kitchen Inspiration Meal Kit Box • Roaming Radish

From $44.00 per box
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Each month includes a different cuisine inspiration with pantry staples, spices, and recipes. They'll only need to bring their own produce and protein to the party to start cooking. This box also donates 5% of the cost of each box to a charity or organization that helps producers in that part of the world.

Shipping: All new orders ship via UPS or USPS within 1-3 business days. Your boxes will ship on or around the same day each month!

“I got this for my daughter and she loved it so much that I got another subscription for myself. It is a wonderful way to try different foods from around the world. Absolutely worth every penny!” – Shannon W.

Cryptid Crate Monthy Subscription Box - Cratejoy Edition

Cryptid Crate Monthy Subscription Box - Cratejoy Edition

From $43.00 per box
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Happy subscribers attest that the team at Cryptid Crate goes above and beyond, curating delightful collections of all things cryptozoological. A great gift idea for any teen who's into the not-yet-substantiated species of the world, each monthly box delivers 4 to 7 handpicked curiosities, including graphic T-shirts, offbeat decor items, intriguing accessories, and books and films from some of the best independent producers and artisans in the game.

Shipping: - Cryptid Crate ships on the first weekday of every month (will ship a day or two earlier or later if first weekday is a holiday) - Every box will ordered within a calendar month will be included in the shipment that goes out on the 1st.

“Amazing! I was so excited to get this box and it did not disappoint! LOVE the t-shirt and one of my new favorite stickers came in this box. Can't wait for next month!!!” – Megan S.

Find more subscription boxes curated by sellers in the Northeast in our Northeast Collection.