In Princeton

Whether you are spending time looking at all the items the antique stores hold, visiting crafts shops, or doing specialized shopping for that next project, you'll find Bureau County will satisfy every need. The following stores and shops are for Princeton.

North Main and South Main shopping

More than 10,000 bolts of fabric are on hand at Old Times-Quilters Heaven and The Lacery. If you need a timepiece of a certain size or repair on an existing timepiece see Krieger Time and Jewelry. They now have guitars and accessories for the guitar enthusiast. Missing a piece from your antique dinnerware pattern or silver setting? Hoffman's Patterns of the Past is world renowned for its huge stock of replacement pieces. Walking though their "Sea of China" is no small undertaking as the aisles are filled with quality items including jewelry and collector figurines. Check out the antiques at Hattie's, Madsen's on Main, J&S Antiques in Sheffield, and the unique art treasures and collectibles at Sundance Gallery. Flowers by Julia offers fresh and silk flowers and Surroundings offers tasteful decorative touches. Bruce Jewelers have been serving shoppers for 63 years and can create a custom piece of jewelry for that special person or occasion. Steve Coven's Portrait Designs is a portrait studio, framing center, and gallery. Nicole Isaacson provides fine photographic services. Check out the latest fashions at Four Seasons. They always have an excellent selection of women's and junior wear. Aspen Ridge Furniture supplies hand-built home and cabin furnishings and many other decor items. For interior treatments and floor coverings go to Wynona's Draperies, Johnsons Carpet Shoppe, and Wyanet Carpet. The Nelson Drug Store building has housed a drug store in the same building for over 90 years, Kirby Henning Pharmacy has an expanded selection of unique gifts as well as cards, candy, and other assorted gift giving ideas. Explore healthy living options and associated products at Austin Parker Naturals.

A variety of dining choices

The Big Apple has perhaps the largest local breakfast menu, the Prime Quarter's grill-your-own steaks and seafood are hard to beat, Anna Maria's Pizza always has great Italian food. Everything is made fresh the same day. Some consider the sausage pizza at the Pizza Cellar the best in Bureau County. Wise Guys offers a variety of tastes to satisfy any palate but they pride themselves on their steak and seafood. The Light Post restaurant features daily specials and owner Shawn's very own delicious homemade pies. The 28 East Tearoom in a old home with an elegant atmosphere. Reserve a Full Tea Service for your group, sit back, and enjoy the afternoon. Pick up some delicious homemade fudge at the Covered Bridge Fudge Shop in the Amtrak station. Kramer's Kitchen has a wide selection of delectable sandwiches with a unique order placing system. Sweeties caramel corn and chocolate creations are well worth a stop. Oriental Garden is the place to satisfy that Chinese food craving. They were awarded a Top 100 American restaurant in Chinese Cuisine for its Full Moon Seven Stars offering. The Three Olive Bar & Grill on Rt. 6 between Princeton and Wyanet has great steaks, daily specials, and a large salad bar.

Visit the Mini-mall

And while you're in the Downtown mini-mall visit Bead Buzz for fine handcrafted jewelry, the BCV Wine Store for a great selection of wine and fine cheeses, Ultimate Salon and Spa, and close with visiting Fitzgerald's Piano Lounge for a pleasant end to the day.