Wow...what a charming diamond in the rough... with beautiful Monroe county as a back drop…read more We Had the chicken rice casserole, asparagus quiche, Parma crusted chicken breast stuffed with provel, mushrooms, spinach, and a light, harmonious blend of herbs Also enjoyed chicken salad sandwich and buttermilk pie ( sort of a cross between creme brûlée and custard ). All FANTASTIC and highly recommended! Only negatives are; * limited menu and limited hours ( but as the delightful owner/only cook, Jeannette puts it: "She's it."). You have to check web-site daily to see that day's whimsical menu. * maybe nit picking but view on webpage is not their view... Still pretty though. A few tips: 1. Make a rez (small place and she has to turn people away sometimes) ...be a shame to drive all that way and not eat. 2. It's not too too hard to find...looking for the signs helps. Best to use directions from their website rather than mapquest ( which has some mileage off) both work though. * There is no town really of "Fults, IL"...nearest quaint town is Maeystown for a drive through on way back via Bluff road. On that note, HIGHLY recommend driving back via BLUFF ROAD. Melissa, the farmer's daughter (I know, and shame on you), will tell you how to get there...it's real easy...bucolic, river valley farmland on your left, river bluffs on your right Just as fast back to stl as route 3, ...but what do you care ...it's the journey as much as the destination, right? :) Hope this helped, John

Yesterday two friends and I drove across the JB Bridge, through Columbia and Waterloo to Kaskaskia…read moreRd., then on about another 6 miles or so to find a recommended lunch place. The drive was less than 20 minutes from the bridge, good roads and farmland. It would be lovely with fall color! Signage begins at Kaskaskia road, so it was not difficult to find. When we arrived we parked at the remodeled barn than houses the restaurant and gift shop. There are two outdoor dining areas as well as a few tables inside. The owner and her daughters welcomed us warmly. Jeannette, the owner, makes all of the food, locally grown whenever possible. Each of us had either spinach or asparagus quiche and it was light, creamy and delicious! It came with a Italian style green salad and fresh bread. One of us had cheesecake with strawberries that Jeannette had grown and frozen herself. The other two had buttermilk pie simply because we had always heard of it but never tried it... also delicious, topped with freshly whipped cream. We were seated near the kitchen and Jeannette chatted with us amiably while she tossed fresh salads for each order and warmed dishes individually for the guests. It was as though we were dining with a friend. They serve bottled water and soda as well as wine and beer. The gift shop has very cute items such as you would see in any nice gift boutique. Although lunch, water and dessert ran each of us $18+, all three of us intend to return. With the cooler weather Jeannette promises to add pot pie to the menu which changes with available ingredients and her mood.

I love antique and peddler malls. I love seeing the treasures others have shared. This place is…read morehuge. It's super clean. Nice restrooms. The prices are reasonable. You do need to watch on some of the pieces. Great people watching. There is a lot to choose from. Their staff is really friendly. This place will do well.

Friendly respected staff and engaging place to go to learn all kinds of history of many stuffread more

What a cute shop! If you want something different in home decor they have it. If you need a gift…read morethey will bag it and add tissue paper, she even has cards.

From the owner: The Fancy Crow Shop: Gifts, Farmhouse Decor, and local artists…read more The Fancy Crow Studio: Art and Crafting Workshops, Create and Sip Events, Parties, and Creative Space

I love this shop. It is the best gift boutique shop in Carbondale, IL! When I'm looking for gifts…read morefor others (or myself), this store is my first stop. While the store itself is a modest (smallish) size, the owner has packed it full of goodies galore - literally from floor to ceiling. And speaking of the owner, more often than not she is there to help you find that perfect item, ring you up at the cash register, and is the first to greet you by name when you walk in the door! The shop itself has an eclectic mix of items: -Yankee candles -boutique baby gifts -one of a kind, exquisite holiday decorations (including Christmas Village collectibles) -gourmet food items like teas, hot chocolate, crackers, cookies, etc -garden flags -women's accessories such as scarves -women's jewelry -unique linens like crisp cotton table runners and table cloths -kitchen decoration / accessories like picnic baskets, decorative olive oil dispensers, and select ceramics -small yard art -and much much more I know I said this already, but I love this place. I never go in without buying something! The staff will beautifully gift wrap your packages, help you create a gift basket, and they even have gift registries. The shop is tucked away in a quiet little strip mall (next to Murdale Shopping Center), but that ensures you almost always get a parking spot. If you're in Carbondale, and you want a nice little gift for mom, (yourself), aunt, (yourself), grandma, (yourself), BFF, (yourself), newlyweds, (yourself), or just about any ladies(yourself), you must stop here. The Apple Tree is just about perfect.

Letting my wife write this one... My daughter and I really…read moreenjoy shopping at this one-of-a-kind treat of a boutique! If we don't want the "same old" we go here! It's a wonderful place for a gift, and they will wrap it for you too! Great selection of jewelry, cards, garden flags, candles and dip mixes too. They never disappoint, which means we "never" leave empty handed!

This shop is the best. They have several vendors who make, create, and sell their brands. I have…read morehad the opportunity to come here a few times (live out of state) and have always have found a good find. You can find something for everyone here. I look forward to seeing their new stock soon!

From the owner: The partner group had the idea to start a business where local crafters can sell their creations to…read morethe community.

Beautiful curation of great finds here . Everything from candles , gifts , jewelry, unisex scents ,…read morescarfs , unique baby gifts , games and so much more . Your eyes won't know where to look next . Take your time shopping through this treasure house . I picked up tobacco scented incense , tobacco candle & a set of handmade rings .

Urban Matter is a Tower Grove treasure trove…read more Located in the heart of the South Grand shopping and dining district, Urban Matter is a local, women-owned small business with something special for everyone who visits! Ten pictures are far too few to showcase this shop's beautifully curated collection, but these are a handful of our favorites. My husband and I were especially drawn to the honey, tea, fruit spreads, seasonings, and kitchenware; we are foodies after all. Bundle up to support Urban Matter this week, and be sure to give yourself plenty of time to browse. There's a lot to shop!

The friendliest gift store and you can always find something to buy! You can also find something in…read moreyour price range!!

Prices seem to be a bit higher for same items at other stores but The Spotted Pig is in the right…read morezip code and they do gift wrap. Quite a bit of costume jewelry and lots of other gift items to choose from...picture frames, water bottles, notebooks...a pretty big range of items. Lots of subtle colors and wood tones dominate. I might find more I'm looking for around the holidays when some bright colors will mKe everything pop Friendly service.

I've heard about this little store on Facebook and couldn't make it to visit until now. This is a…read moregreat store to find a unique gift for someone who is difficult to buy for. I personally love the signs they have for sale. They are made locally.

I have been shopping here for over a decade. I enjoy everything I buy here from small items to…read morelarge pieces of furniture. I have spent a lot over the years, and appreciate the customer service, the wide range of items, and just finding a treasure here and there. Check them out! You won't regret it.

What a quaint, welcoming, lovely shop. They have so many unique items. The way they arrange a mix…read moreof vintage, antique, or new things is inspiring. I highly recommend a visit to this establishment. They also carry a substantial inventory of paint and IOD products.

As the Niva St. Louis Gift Shop is inside the Hyatt, I have been here every single day of my trip…read more LoL. Niva St. Louis Gift Shop presents a warm and inviting ambiance. The shop isn't big at all, however, it has all the snacks you need to get through the day, night, and conference. Ha! As there isn't a store close, Niva St. Louis Gift Shop provided as your grab and go for anything you need. With the assortment of items within the store, you can grab your toiletries if you forgot something as well as some quick gifts to take home with you. Though everything has a higher price point than a trip to Walmart, the higher price point is worth the convenience of not having to leave the hotel and take a rideshare. Niva St. Louis Gift Shop has def been my go to for the past three days. Along with being a go to, the staff is super friendly and have been a pleasure to engage with.

Very little inventory for some items but hey, covid impacted us all. Not the best neighborhood…read moreeither by the guy at the checkout was polite. Definitely don't be walking around after dark. Shop on this area at your own risk. Prices were average to cheap.