This weekend is Small Business Saturday, a day and event which promotes small and local businesses across the country. In the spirit of the event, here are some of the great locally owned businesses in and around Tiffin for your holiday shopping needs. This list isn’t inclusive of all the businesses we have in town – there are so many. Call ahead and/or look online to verify hours before you go. Good luck with your holiday shopping!
Big Ticket Items (15)
- Ace Hardware – Christmas trees to power tools…and some of the friendliest folks around
- Baumann Auto Group – Chevy, Buick, GMC…wouldn’t it be great to put a bow on one of them!
- Burns Electric – appliances, light fixtures, cabinets, countertops, flooring – celebrating 50 years in business
- Coppus Motors – oldest Mercedes Benz dealer in US…plus Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
- Crane’s Mattress Superstore – name says it all…Sealy, Simmons, Tempur-Pedic and more
- Decker’s Home Furnishings & Flooring – 60+ years, 20+ brands…Amish furniture, La-Z-Boy, Butler, Durham and more
- Ewald Furniture – since 1900…Lane, Vaughn-Bassett, Smith Brothers, Lancer and more
- Mohawk Golf & Country Club – dining, swimming, Don Ross-designed golf course…a membership might be a great gift
- Phillips Electric – lots of major appliances…Kitchen-Aid, Maytag, Whirlpool
- Ralph’s Joy of Living – a regional destination shopping experience…only appliance store in US with wine & beer section…gadgets galore…mid- to very high end
- Reineke Family of Dealerships – network of 8 locations, 1600 vehicles…Ford, Lincoln and much more
- Seneca Hills Golf Club – 2015 might be the year to join a great club and amp up your game (and relaxation)
- Tiffin Aire – have you or anyone you know wanted to learn to fly…here’s your chance
- Tiffin Pool Center – would anything make the family happier than a pool or hottub? Check them out.
- Antique Warehouse – in historic Kildow building in downtown Tiffin
- Cabin Creations – art and craft supplies, homemade gifts, postcards and more
- Cross Christian Books & Gifts – small gifts and holiday cards to paintings and books
- Hawkes Crystal – incredible destination place, one of only five master glass cutters in US, art to ornaments…a must see
- Enchanted Moment Doll Museum & Gift Shop – amazing collection of more than 3000 dolls…and a great gift shop
- Heavenly Creations Gift Shop – huge Black Friday and Saturday sale on decorations, handbags and wax shack tarts (20% off)
- King’s Glass Engraving – just passed by this store on a walk today…a lot of neat glass gifts…great place to explore
- Primitive Cross Roads Craft Barn – handmade crafts, furniture, home decor, specialty lighting, flooring
- Scrap Happy – scrapbook store and more…also carrying large selection of Neumeister’s candy (yum!)
- Spirit Space Gallery & Gifts – gifts, cards, CD’s and books…located in the St. Francis Spirituality Center
- Tiffin Glass Shoppe – the gift shop that is part of the Tiffin Glass Museum…interesting selection
- Tom Rodgers Flowers – flowers from around the world plus home decor and gifts
- Who’s Nuts – the best place for Ohio State Buckeyes merchandise…totally devoted to the scarlet and gray
- Ace Hardware – not only big ticket items but lots of holiday decor, tools, gift items
- Bair Bros. Sporting Goods – huge range of sports apparel and equipment…from big leagues to playground
- Beanstalk & Co – this parochial school uniform supplier has a variety of toys and other items for the holidays
- Eclipse – window tinting, auto detailing…your vehicle or someone else’s could be the envy of the neighborhood
- Forrest View Bed & Breakfast – located next to the Forrest Nature Preserve…provides great place to unwind and relax
- Forte Music – all things music…instruments, gift items, T-Shirts, posters
- Frameworks – get anything professionally framed…great custom gift ideas
- Heritage Family Center – great bowling center on Tiffin’s west side…fun activity in the winter!
- Level Up – retro and new video games, DVDs & VHS, music CDs, and skateboards
- Line Drive Collectibles – sports cards, gaming cards (Magic, Pokemon, etc.) and other fun items
- Mountain Man Trading Post – guns, hunting, archery, fishing supplies plus much more
- Paper and Ink – 3,000 square feet of books, magazines, newspapers, and gifts for all tastes
- Picture Perfect Photo & Frame – get a holiday family picture (or any other kind of picture) taken today!
- Melissa Perry Photography - Custom LifeStyle Photography
- Ritz Theatre – Tiffin’s beautiful restored theater…buy your favorite person tickets to great upcoming shows or gift cards
- River’s Edge B&B – plan a getaway close to home but far enough away to enjoy…at the historic Beckley Grist Mill
- Tiffin Art Guild – a lot of great paintings and other art for sale by local, regional, and national artists
- Wagner Floral Company – variety of gift ideas…from windchimes and cement angels to throw blankets and plush animals
- Avon Products Inc Cosmetic store selling a range of beauty products
- Bri & Co – spa, beauty & personal care salon started in 2013…pampering is always a good gift idea
- Bodywork by Brandie – professional therapeutic massage in Tiffin
- Bodyworks – join more than 1,300 others with a membership for you or a friend to this 13,000 square foot health club facility
- Dance Unlimited – give kids the gift of dance this year…ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip hop, special needs
- Designers Unlimited – spa and salon with everything from reiki and hot stone massage to facials and pedicures
- The Emporium – offers a full range of massage services…say ahhhhh
- Gem Yoga & Life Enrichment – bikram, hatha, and restorative yoga; meditation; message
- Head Shed of Tiffin – haircuts, color, highlights, manis, pedis, wax – the whole kit and kaboodle
- In Motion Dance Studio – great gift for the kids…acrobatics, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, cheer, tap and more
- Natural Health Care Center – personal training studio and health food store…other services, too
- Ohio Hydroponics – get healthy for 2015 with indoor gardening…from window sill herbs to larger endeavors
- Paradise Nails & Hair Salon – downtown Tiffin’s place to get pampered…nail art to great hair
- Tangles Salon – full service beauty salon
- Ultimate Tan & Beauty Salon – tanning, nail and hair salon in Tiffin’s downtown
- Z Pulse Fitness Studio – Zumba, piloxing, bokwa, Body Beatz, kettle, yoga, tabata, and more
- Mindy’s Hair Fashion (hours by appointment) Provides hair coloring, perms, and cuts
- Ye Crimpers Shoppe Full service salon and spa, Esthetician and Licensed Massage Therapist on staff.
- Seneca Massage Therapy Specializing in deep tissue, Swedish, pregnancy, hot stone massage, and myofascial release
- Elements of Massage and Wellness Therapeutic massage, relaxation, massage, hot stone therapy, and more
- Tan It All Walk-ins welcome, bed tanning and new specials
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- Heidelberg University Bookstore – great place to get your ‘Berg gear and gifts.
- Jeffrey Jewelry – family-owned, operating since 1946…fine/fashion jewelry, timepieces, giftware, eyeware
- Kuebler Shoes – Ohio’s oldest retail store focuses on fit and high-quality footware for all occasions
- Lace and Elegance – over 400 styles of not only wedding gowns but social occasion clothing as well
- Tiffin University Bookstore – clothing for the TU Dragon in your life…plus glassware, gifts and more
- Threads – women’s clothing and accessories store (Vera Bradley, Brighton, Pandora)
- Tuxedo Junction – if you want to dress to impress, this is the place to go…plenty for rent or purchase
- Simply Susan’s Boutique store that carries a little bit of everything, from clothing to local hand-dipped chocolates and strawberries to crafts handmade from local makers
- Who’s Nuts – the best place for Ohio State Buckeyes merchandise…totally devoted to the scarlet and gray
- Washington St. Outfitters (2016 Tiffin Community Reinvestment Group Business Contest Winners) - Lifestyle Retailer, Men’s and Women’s Fashion
- B and B Food Mart – more than 250 international and domestic beers…and they’ll order anything they don’t have
- Bailiwicks Coffee Company – can get Red Rambler Coffee beans, locally made baked goods, and other things to consume :)
- Ballreich’s – one of world’s best potato chips…factory store open Fridays…can order online
- Heritage IGA – fast and friendly local grocery that makes donuts fresh everyday
- McCartan’s Grocery – great family owned shop known for fresh meats (incl. prime cuts), also carries variety of grocery items
- Molyet’s Farm Market & Garden Center – locally grown produce, Amish meats & cheeses, Ohio gourmet foods, deli
- Ralph’s Joy of Living – great wine selection, olive oil fantastic, craft beers & other goodies
- Rock Run Bulk Foods – wide variety of bulk foods and nice selection of in-house made chocolate goodies and candy
- Scrap Happy – scrapbook store and more…also carrying large selection of Neumeister’s candy (yum!)
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- AJ’s Heavenly Pizza – nothing fancy, just good eating…a few tables for dine-in
- Asian Grill Buffet – daily lunch and dinner buffet with 200+ choices…sushi, hibachi
- Bailiwicks Coffee Company – great place to have a latte and warm up after a hard day’s shopping!
- Bear’s Den – historic building in historic downtown Tiffin…nice bar…billiards
- Carmie’s Grill & Bar – great local hangout…large menu…soups from scratch…daily specials…kids eat free
- Clover Club – great bar and white tablecloth restaurants…great food…100+ items…steaks, seafood, sandwiches, salads, 15 taps
- Empire at 138 showcases made-from-scratch food, classically inspired cocktails, select wines, and beers
- Fort Ball Pizza Palace – biggest Italian buffet in Town, popular pizza
- Golden Crown – an Asian restaurant that gets good reviews…fried rice, egg rolls, sweet & sour chicken
- GW’s Fine Food & Spirits – restaurant with kitchen open from early (6 am) to late (2 pm+). Steaks, prime rib (weekends), specials.
- Jac & Do’s Pizza – the dine-in restaurant may not be large, but the pizza is first class
- Happy Garden – Chinese restaurant at Westgate Shopping Center…can order online…offers traditional dishes and sushi
- Hunan King – very popular Chinese restaurant in downtown Tiffin…great food, onsite parking
- Madison Street Tavern – subs, burgers, Philly cheese steak, homemade potato chips, Tuesday night pork, beef, chicken tacos ($1 each)
- McGowan’s Tavern – local Irish pub with standard fare that goes great with the beer and spirits they serve up with a smile
- Napoli Pizza – dine-in and carry-out…known as the home of the “foldover”
- Paulette’s – good old fashioned diner-style restaurant…usually busy
- Phat Cakes & Cafe – fantastic gourmet cupcake bakery (yum) turned trendy cafe and wine bar…occasional live entertainment
- Pioneer Mill – upscale restaurant in historic mill on the river…great wine cellar (100+ varieties)…talented chefs
- Reino’s Pizza & Pasta – Tiffin’s first pizza “joint”…great atmosphere…great Italian food…popular lunch buffet
- Rosie’s Soup & Such – family style breakfast & brunch restaurant…daily specials
- Sabaidee Coffee House – great selection and some local favorites like Blood Orange Lemonade and White Peppermint Mocha
- Stiney’s Three Oaks Tavern – chunks, wings, fries, taco Tuesday, Thursday ribs, Friday steak
- Steamer’s Sports Bar – located in Heritage Family Center…pizza, subs, wings…NFL Sunday Ticket
- T.J. Willie’s – a Tiffin institution for more than 30 years…ribs, steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, salads, and more
- The Viaduct Bar & Grill – good pub grub…burgers, apps, wraps, sandwiches, wings
- Xcaret Mexican Restaurant – very good Mexican option…nice atmosphere…reasonable prices…great services
