Well, let me say that this is the antique store that get's Chico New & Review's Reader's BEST OF CHICO for years and years in a row! Don't miss out on a HUGE store with thousands of items to buy. Her's the article from 2013: "The iconic Eighth & Main Antique Center in the SOPO (south of the post office) neighborhood just south of downtown offers countless intriguing items from the collections of hundreds of vendors. It's easy to spend an entire afternoon poking around at all the fascinating wares on offer at this jam-packed, multi-building venue--from dozens of pairs of vintage cowboy boots and beautiful antique furniture, to collectable dolls and toys, to old postcards and black-and-white photographs perfect for the creative crafter or the collector." Not much parking around the store, but well worth a few blocks walk! Oh,...and after a long afternoon of snooping around the store, you can stop around the corner for a great ice cream cone from Shubert's! read more

What a nice antique store. And big with an upstairs and a back building! One thing I was looking for was sheet music for Bookguy and they had some, but it was inaccessible at the time I was there. I saw lots of beautiful, nicely priced furniture, costume jewelry cases, vintage clothing, soaps, chalk paint, and vintage household goods such as dishes and bakeware. We only spent an hour looking around but could easily have taken a couple of hours or more. Since anything I bought would have to be packed in a suitcase or carry on, I decided there wasn't anything I couldn't live without at that time. If you're ever in Chico CA, this is a great stop for looking at antiques. read more

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We go to a lot of antique stores and this is up there as one of the best. It's huge. It keeps going and going. We found so many items to add to our collection at home. Like most antique stores there were some absolute steals while others are really expensive but overall we felt the deals were fair. Found this toy car that I had from my childhood until 2017 when we lost our home in the Northern California wildfires. Brought back so many memories, had to grab it. read more

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Mark and his crew really know their stuff....this is the biggest and cleanest store I have ever seen. Most items are hand picked and organized in 100 or more dealer booths. I have come here countless times for 20 years and always have fun. Most of the time I walk out of there with a treasure or two. It's like a history museum where you can buy the items. Fun to find that one item amongst possibly a million to choose from, like mining for gold. Good prices compared to Bay Area, Sac. or big cities. read more

Eighth & Main Antique Center.... The rudest service I've experienced probably ever, over & over so it wasn't just a one off bad day visit. From the moment of walking in the door, being followed like a shoplifter, which I'm not, all the way to check out. Last visit I went in for a specific item I'd seen advertised by a vendor, which I bought, but earlier visits were equally as unwelcome. Not sure what's going on there, tho I won't stop in again, ever. Rude rude rude. If I could zero stats, I would! read more

We stopped by this antique center during a day in Chico. It was a cute set up in two buildings. Only down side is the back building does not have AC, so you'll melt shopping. But the front building does and there is a lot to see there. Everything from furniture to baby things to tiny trinkets. It was a fun experience and a place you should plan on spending 1hr+ at. read more

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I spent. Half a day in this place. Every vendors section had something I wanted/needed/bought. Great bathrooms, tons of variety from antiques to vintage to obscure decorating items. I'll definitely be back. read more

Love this place! Staff is super nice and helpful! It has everything and then some! You spend hour here! You gotta visit! You won't be disappointed! read more

This place is terrific! So many fun vintage and antique items, sold mostly by individual vendors. Lots of different styles and items large and small. Friendly workers too. It's huuuuge by the way, with a second large building behind the main building. We got often and find great treasures every time. read more

We used to find fun treasures at the store. Our last two visits have been very disappointing. Now it is junked-up and some areas you can hardly pass due to clutter. That would not be an issue if there were interesting collectible items in the mix. However, the inventory is looking more like a thrift store of super low end stuff. Mark, it is nice to be a buyer of estates but don't use your antique store as a warehouse for dead items! read more

I love this place! Mark and the Gang are always helpful, knowledgeable and friendly....you never know what treasures you may find....it's like a museum where you can buy things. There is really something here for everyone. read more

I called the store today. RUDE!!! Last night I walked pasted the window; headed from dinner at Leon Bistro (YUM!). I Loved the look of an Armiore with mirrored fron I've been searching for one for 4 months- waiting for the right one! No cookie cutter for me. Store closes at 5pm; it would be very difficult to get to the store before then; if it weren't for work. Called to check price-- see if worth my time to check out. The older lady replied; : I don't know I am not standing in front of it; plus, I am busy with a customer. Really!? What would I be I thought!? I was astonished/taken back. I stuttered/choaked and said ok. THEY WILL NOT BE GETTING MY MONEY...SHOCKS read more

This is actually a cooperative of several, individually-owned booths. I hate to say it, but very little in here is older than the 1960s. My mom and I were here and she saw a sewing box identical to hers. Not exactly antique. But a fun place to browse. Of course, nothing in here claims to be older than it is, and of course, there are some older items,but don't expect a great deal, or an Antiques Roadshow moment (which I am proud to say I appeared on when they were in SF). I used to appraise art and antiques, so I know a thing or two about this. Note: Three stars from me is an average rating read more

This place is WAY, WAY, WAY too expensive!! I've been here on many occasions because they have so many things and it is fun to window shop on a lazy Sunday but because they're prices are so outrageous I haven't been back in a while. I'm a wheeler and dealer and so on the days I have actually wanted to buy something from them I've attempted to do just that. NOT ONCE HAS ANYONE TAKEN ME UP ON MY OFFERS!! I haven't tried to swindle anyone out of anything. Usually when someone tries to negotiate a lower price a back-and-forth begins leading both parties to a reasonable price both can agree upon. Not this place! They won't even toy with the idea. At this point, Eight and Main could have made a pretty penny on me. Alas... read more

This store is a treasure hunt in the making, a friend and I spent almost 2 hours browsing and we both enjoyed it thoroughly. I'm an avid Pinterest-er and was looking for skeleton keys for a Skeleton Key Wind chime I have my heart set on making. The staff I approached went beyond my expectations and helped me find all the pieces I needed for my project. Thank you!! We've decided to make it a monthly venture, after Saturday Farmers Market and coffee we will spend our afternoon hunting for that perfect something. read more

If you need anything antique or vintage this is the go to spot. Such a hidden gem from the two whole floors of furniture, clothes, jewelry, collectibles, etc and the amazing customer service. Great group of staff working at this store. Prices are a bit steep on some furniture but the pieces are in good condition considering age. All sales are final so make sure you're purchasing something you enjoy. Have fun browsing this store you're bound to find something you want! read more

Very nice place with lots of treasures. I bought an old ice cream tub as a photo prop and I think it was well priced compared to competitors. Don't miss the alley and the building out back. Tons if boots out in the back building if you're lookin for some. read more

My sister and mom make it a little tradition to stop in this store when we go to Chico. We all love it and exploring it, is just so much fun. This store is huge and there are so many fun things to look for. I have purchased one of my favorite rings from this store and I get so many compliments on it. Everything is priced fairly and it's just a wonderful place to get lost in. I highly recommend stopping in if you have a few hours and are nearby. read more

Great experience! I needed a pair of boots for an engagement tonight. I sent a message via fb asking if the boot guy was still there. Marc responded yes and asked what size I needed. They happened to have my size. When I got there, the boots were up front waiting for me. I love shopping like that! Kudo's to Marc and his staff! read more

This store is so beautiful! I can get lost in here with allll the amazing things for sale ! This is a must see .

I love this Store!!!...I go, when I am in Chico,, I live in Oroville ... I Just Got some, Hagen Renaker Horse's, for My ever Growing Collection of 1,500..I am a Animal Lover. I am going Back next month.. for more,,,They also Have other Treasures. So Much To See,, I did not have The Time, to stay as I wanted,, I will Next Time!!! The Staff was Very Helpful ,and Friendly..I found what I was Looking for Right Away, from a Kind Gent who worked there. This is a every Body Store. you are bound to Find what your Looking For..I always DO!!!! read more

Great place to find just about anything. Prices are sometimes negotiable just ask.

This place is magical. I've never been anywhere like it! Two buildings, 2 floors, with tons of antique collections. They had great vintage furniture and I left with a really cool dresser. There is something for everyone here, and there's so much to explore that you can make a day out of it! The employees were also very helpful and pleasant as they loaded my very large and heavy dresser for me. I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! read more

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I just called to ask about selling a few antiques I have. The lady on the phone was not at all interested in talking to me or answering my questions. I first said I am interested in selling some antiques and before I could finish she cut me off and said that I'd have to bring them down. I told her that before I loaded them all up in the car I just wanted to make sure they would be interested in the types of items I had. Again she cut me off and announced very irritated and impatiently that I would have to bring them down so they could look at them. Finally I said, "could I please just ask you quickly if you guys would buy a table or some china?" she replied,"table yes. China no." Thank you for your help! Was that so hard? It is nice to know beforehand if places are even interested in the things you want. I am just one woman with a sedan and loading furniture in the trunk and bunjee cording it closed is difficult for me, so I'm very sorry to inconvieniance you with a 30 second question for the chance it might save me the trouble. So selfish of me. I think I will take my business somewhere that wants it and doesn't behave as if I am just another idiot bothering them. read more

I love Eighth & Main! It's huge! There are a bunch of different vendors under one roof so some have great prices and others not so much. If you see something you like but it's too pricey, chances are you can find something similar at another vendor's spot. read more

this is my very favorite place to shop and get ideas for decorating my home. There is something to suit everyone's taste here, it's huge and artfully arranged. read more

This place is HUGE! There's something for everyone, but some items are overpriced. The employees were friendly and attentive.

Can't wait to be back in the area so I can shop here again! There are 2 buildings. You don't want to miss the one in the back. The day we were there it was HOT. I would have liked to have styed longer in the back building, as there was a kot to look at, but there was no air conditioning. I still managed to find several treasures read more

I love this store and spend hours just walking around looking at all the things. Some of the spaces can be quite pricy though. I usually end up with a few trinkets but can't really afford anything big. read more

I have several items on consignment there. The owner is never available to talk to on the phone, and he doesn't return phone calls. I would not recommend putting anything on consignment . read more

Awesome place!!! Huge building, amazing selection, beautifully displayed, fair prices. You could easily spend hours and hours here. The people are very nice and helpful, they let us peruse the selection but were readily available to answer questions and help out. Best antique/used goods/ consignment/vintage shop I've been to. Will be visiting frequently! read more

It's a fun place to browse but the staff are extremely unhelpful and border line rude. Except the man in the back with the cowboy boots, he is always helpful and knowledgeable, but watch out if he's not there! No one else seems to care about customer service. read more

Eigth & Main Antiques was never in the old Oser's building! That was a different antique mall: Attic Treasures Chico, which closed about 2 years ago, due to management screw ups. Perhaps one collection of antiques and yard sale junk looks similar to another........... read more

It appears that I am having the same negative experience with these people that James D. did, only worse. I had them do an estate sale for me, and one of the first things they did was haul stuff off to their shop or to be sold to "people they knew". He even took off with my Uncle's Purple heart from WW1! Since I work full time, I wasn't able to be there to supervise the goings on. On the last day of the sale, I was told that I would be receiving my check in a few days. A week has past, and when I called him to find out where my money was, he said that he still needed to do his so-called "paperwork" and it would be "a few days". When I told him that I was not impressed with his unprofessional business ethics, he not only became irate on the phone, but hung up on me. We are talking about a lot of money here, at least to me. I will be filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau. read more

One of my fav stores on my treasure hunting map. Unfortunately not all items are what they seem or claimed to be. Not all sellers know the difference between vintage, antique and everything in between or how to price accordingly. But this occasionally happens at almost all antique "co-op" style stores now days. Still a great place to indulge! read more