Downtown Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Guide

The Abilene Philharmonic, a professional orchestra, has been offering both classical and pops performances for nearly 60 years. The orchestra draws an audience from more than 50 Texas cities each year for its concerts at the Abilene Convention Center. It also educates 6,000 area students yearly. Call for a concert schedule and ticket prices.

Inspired by the 21st Amendment, Amendment 21 is a premier whisk(e)y bar located in Abilene's historic SoDA district. Built in 1919, we brought life back to the old Nichols Battery Company building where you can now find two unique post-prohibition rooms and a large patio with a view of the Taylor County Courthouse and the Enterprise Tower next door. 

Tues. - Sat.: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Furniture, glassware, china, jewelry, advertising memorabilia, primitives and special collections. Services include estate sales and appraisals.

Florist and unique gift shop with items that range from elegant to whimsical, clothing, shoes, home décor, china and much more!

Abilene’s oldest and only traditional drug store features old fashioned service for your health and beauty needs as well as a wide assortment of greeting cards, gifts, jewelry and fine perfumes.

From hamburgers to steaks, seafood and chicken, you can’t go wrong at this fine dining establishment. Enjoy gourmet desserts and a full service saloon. Chef’s special daily. Lunch and Dinner.

A contemporary woman's boutique offering clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories. Brands carried are AG denim, Tolani, Seychelles, Gentlefawn, BB Dakota and more.

The members of the Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame are an impressive group that includes four members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, several members of the College Football Hall of Fame, a number of Olympians, a Masters champion, former and some current NFL, NBA and major league baseball players, numerous state champion athletes and coaches and the most decorated athlete in the history of the University Interscholastic League – all of whom called the Big Country home.

#WhereChampionsAreMade

Bogie’s offers a wide variety of deli and specialty sandwiches, soups and salads. The decor highlights Humphrey Bogart movies and old photos of Abilene.

Vletas, located west of the T&P Depot, was originally founded as the Olympia Confectionery in 1912. Today, Vletas continues that tradition of excellence with hand-dipped chocolates and fruits, brittles, fudges and other candies that are made on site.

Featuring:  • The latest in fashion  • Jewelry by Brighton, LAGOS, Dian Malouf and Pandora 
• Tom’s Shoes • Vera Bradley purses and luggage • Fine furniture and decorating accessories by Hancock & Moore, Lexington, Paul Roberts, Loloi Rugs and John Richards lamps.

Abilene's landmark restaurant. Lunch features hamburgers, pastas, wraps, salads, soups and a daily special. The evening fare runs from sandwiches and pizza to steaks, pork, chicken and seafood. Enjoy gourmet desserts anytime and a full service bar.

The biggest selection in West Texas of wood, pellet, electric and gas stoves, fireplaces, grills and accessories. The Fire Escape also features patio furniture, outdoor fireplaces, fire pits, custom outdoor kitchens and outdoor fireplaces.