Downtown Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Guide

A dessert company, specializing in cold treats, that provides an assortment of ice cream as well as dairy-free options. 

A family owned mexican restaurant that has been serving Abilene since 1936.

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.

The Grace, located in the heart of downtown in a historic building, is an AAM accredited museum. Changing exhibits feature the best of Texas art, past and present, within the context of American art. The Children’s Museum offers hands-on learning activities. The Grace offers a variety of educational programs for all ages and builds connections through new experiences in art, science and history. In addition, this versatile facility can be rented for special events.

The Grace, located in the heart of downtown in a historic building, is an AAM accredited museum. Changing exhibits feature the best of Texas art, past and present, within the context of American art. The Children’s Museum offers hands-on learning activities. The Grace offers a variety of educational programs for all ages and builds connections through new experiences in art, science and history. In addition, this versatile facility can be rented for special events.

Coming Spring of 2021: Brand New Interactive Grace Museum Children's Museum

A brewery and taproom focused on aroma-packed and flavor-driven beer. Their high standards also extend to an expertly curated wine list, remarkable coffee, and a full kitchen! 

Located in a historic landmark home, Hickory Street's menu includes their house specialty of chicken salad with grapes and cashews, quiche, sandwiches, zucchini bread and more.

The Leaf is a premium cigar and pipe tobacco shop with a large walk-in humidor with a variety of cigars to choose from. They also have on of the largest pipe tobacco selections in the state, as well as briar pipes. Smoking accessories can be found as well such as ashtrays, humidors, cigar cutters, lighters, etc. They also offer bottomless cups of coffee and sell coffee beans from duncancoffee.com.

Serving contemporary mexican food and cocktails in a fun atmosphere.

Abilene's Americana! A truly unique shopping expereince in downtown. Handcrafted, handmade brands providing top quality gear.

A classically modern children's boutique with curated brands and styles. 

The food is prepared fresh everyday using their late grandmother's recipes to create authentic and delicious dishes. 

The Mill Wine Bar offers you a wide variety of great wines, along with a rotating selection of craft beer.  The wine bar will serve drinks, appetizers, and desserts. Some evenings you will find a food truck parked outside.  

Pappy Slokum Brewing Co. is a small craft brewery that makes quality artisan ales and lagers in Abilene, Texas.

This fully restored 1930s theatre features • Concerts and live theatre • Touring shows • Classic, art house and special event films • Outstanding architecture: Arched columns, two grand staircases, hand-blown glass chandeliers, Pueblo-Deco artwork ceilings and a 1,200 seat auditorium with twin-domed turrets, a velvet blue ceiling, drifting clouds and twinkling stars.

Another David S. Castle landmark, the Paramount Theatre opened May 19, 1930, as part of the Wooten Hotel development. The 3-story theatre features Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, Art Deco light fixtures and is best known for the stars and clouds that move across its ceiling. The theatre closed in 1979 and was saved from demolition by local preservation efforts. A complete restoration of the theatre was completed in 1987. The theatre is now operated by a non-profit organization and is a center for classic and art films and the performing arts.