We had about 2 hours to kill in Princeton before our Amtrak to Chicago came and Beetz me was one of…read morethe few places open for a drink. I loved the eclectic style of the shop - lots of fun and unique gift items. There's also a small bar in the back. I hope this place does well in Princeton!

When I come to visit family I usually ask to stop here because they usually have some great gifts…read moreand I'll stock up for Xmas. This time around I found the staff rude and the items expensive. They have so many signs up not to take photos, they want you to buy the stuff not search for it online. It's cute but you can totally find that stuff on Amazon for a lot less. You can say that it's the curation of the items that matter and yes, but the prices are prohibitive for items that are mass produced. This isn't chicago. In previous years I found more Illinois/regional items or small business items that I'd be happier to give my money towards. Maybe it's post Covid inflation but the other stores in the area are much friendlier and have more unique pieces.

This is a great thrift store in Princeton with a wide variety of finds on the cheap. The prices are…read morereally good and the ladies and gentlemen working in the store were on top of helping and organizing the store. Don't hesitate to drop in for a great deal!

Everytime i'm in town i stop here with my MIL. We get there right at 10a when it opens and they…read morepost photos on their facebook page in the days before they open so we look for the items we're interested in and make a beeline to them when we get inside. I always find great treasures.

Driving down highway 178 (Clark street) just beyond the down town business district of Utica Il on…read morethe east side of the street you will find an old western frontiersmen style of store called Mix's Trading Post. Upon waling in through the front door you will either be delighted or intimidated at the decor and style, but do no fret this place is awesome. From 1920's post cards ($1.00 collectors items) to moccasins to Motorcycle Jackets, this place has it all. I stopped in on this particular occasion to look for a new pair of biker boots, I have looked around and I was either unhappy with either the style or prices I found else where then I laid my eyes on some traditional style Milwaukee lace up boots (not those plastic buckle sort of things that look like roller blades) with a nice modern touch dual zippers on the side so you lace them the way you like tie a good knot and you never have to lace them again! Thankfully they take credit cards becasue I was not planning on making a purchase but at $105.00 who could pass this up. The owner is good old guy who checks up on you but does not follow you around and keeps good conversation short. If you are from the area and have not been here what are you waiting for? and if you are just passing buy stop on in and check them out there is something here for everyone.

In 15 years of coming to Starved Rock State Park and exploring the surrounding towns, I've only…read morestopped in twice, the first time in 2002 or so, and more recently just 2 days ago. The place hardly changed (except for a new biker bar annexed to it), and is a welcome sight whenever we visit town, with its familiar storefront and vintage Western style sign. It promises unique treasures inside, and it delivers! The eclectic mix of merchandise includes biker/Native American/fantasy themed tchotchkes. They also sell Minnetonka and Red Wing boots. I saw a whole wall of guns and bullets. My prize finds are vintage Starved Rock postcards and some new old stock glass seed bead bracelets. Prices are inexpensive to moderate. I hope they stay in business for many, many more years!

This store has many nice items, clothes, collectibles and vintage items. It is a resale shop where…read moreyou can resell your items via the brick and motor store. You then split profits with the owner. There are many women's clothes for resale, including labels. They do not take men's clothing. Most clothes are in great shape. They also sell purses, shoes, jewelry, home decor, etc... The back room has vintage items, which is my favorite room. The owner is extremely nice, very friendly and personable. I recommend shopping here!

What a treasure trove! Skip the bulky coat and explore the basement where you'll find gorgeous…read moreChina and crystal. Aisles are tight so go slow and enjoy! Would be a perfect place to find a wedding gift. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. PS Princeton, IL has many cute shops and places to eat. Day trip anyone?

If you are looking for Polish pottery, collectibles of absolutely any sort or just neat little…read morethings, absolutely be sure to stop by Hoffmans while you're in Princeton Illinois. I would never dream of visiting Princeton and not stopping in here. To simply go into their basement and look at the quoted 240,000 pieces of China that they have, it's almost a must see on a bucket list. They ship pieces of China all over the world. The staff could not be friendlier. It's not just a visit to a store, your sincerely felt welcome and almost like family. A piece of Americana in a charming town, please do yourself and stop in.

I always find the most amazing jewelry and gifts here! Whenever I'm in town I'll stop in and nearly…read morealways leave with something shiny. Whenever I wear my Me & Ro feather necklace or the black and silver wrap bracelet I got here I get compliments. They carry so many unique and tasteful items, many I never see anywhere else.

They have a good variety of clothes, housewares, pictures, medical, and jewelry, prices are very…read morereasonable

Friendly place, service was excellent, prices very fair…read more Food was MUCH better than was expected. In fact, my Lock 16 Club sandwich with a Caesar salad was among the best clubs I've ever had. Family got the black bean burger and the Turkey/Cranberry sandwich, all enjoyed. Stop by, you won't be disappointed.

Today was the first time we had eaten at Lock 16 in 7 years. So glad we decided to stop. Some of…read morethe original cooks are back in the kitchen again. The soup and quiche were delicious. We will definitely stop again. Glad the have Lock 16 back on our list of places to eat!