Cleveland, OH

Lorain Avenue Antiques District

Cleveland's antique scene spreads from the trendy Lorain Avenue corridor to suburban Chagrin Falls, reflecting the city's Gilded Age wealth and industrial heritage. The city's population shifts created buying opportunities in architectural salvage and estate pieces.

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Antiques & Uniques

Friendly, welcoming, and helpful staff with genuine customer service
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureCollectiblesJewelry

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Exceptional staff friendliness and willingness to help locate items
  • Massive variety and constantly rotating inventory ensuring repeat visits
  • Clean, organized, well-lit space that's easy to navigate and pleasant to spend time in

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Prices perceived as high by some customers, though individual vendors control pricing
  • Occasional staff conduct issues (isolated incidents of inappropriate behavior)

Antiques & Uniques is a vast 24,000 sq ft antique mall in Wickliffe, Ohio, featuring over 100 independent vendors and makers. Founded in 2015 by Tom and Barb Berges and now family-owned by their son Rob, the store specializes in antique and vintage furniture, jewelry, collectibles, art, tools, and much more. Voted #1 Antique Store in Cleveland and Lake County every year since opening, it's known for its clean, organized layout, expert dealer staff, and constantly changing inventory. Perfect for half-day browsing adventures—customers regularly spend 2-3 hours discovering hidden treasures. A snack bar is available on-site.

30200 Euclid Ave, Wickliffe, OH 44092

Cleveland Curiosities

Exceptional taxidermy quality and variety
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Taxidermy & Natural SpecimensAntique Oddities & CuriositiesVintage Glass & Collectibles

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • High-quality, properly preserved taxidermy specimens
  • Knowledgeable staff who educate about items and history
  • Unique, curated selection impossible to find elsewhere

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Prices perceived as high by some customers
  • Early closing hours (6pm) limits browsing time for some visitors

Cleveland Curiosities is a small, curated oddity shop in Lakewood specializing in obscure antiques and one-of-a-kind curiosities. Since 2014, owners Aubrey and Paul have built a reputation as Northern Ohio's premier destination for museum-quality taxidermy, vintage uranium glass, antique medical models, and delightfully strange collectibles. The well-organized shop rewards extended browsing—customers consistently discover new items on multiple passes through the space. Known for knowledgeable, friendly staff who educate visitors about pieces like radium clocks and Victorian-era oddities, this is equal parts museum and shopping experience.

13373 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

Coco’s Selfie Space

Incredibly creative and unique themed environments with handmade art installations
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Large Store
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Photo Studio/Selfie MuseumEvent VenueAntiques (Secondary)

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Exceptional creativity and artistic vision in themed photo sets
  • Welcoming and personable owner who gives tours and engages with visitors
  • Variety of environments and photo opportunities for different interests and occasions

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Aggressive upselling of tours and potential rudeness to customers not interested in purchasing
  • One negative review describing owner as rude when customers paused to examine items

Coco's Selfie Space is a one-of-a-kind experiential photo studio and event venue in downtown Cleveland featuring multiple themed environments for selfies and photos. The space includes creative installations inspired by locations like Paris, New York, underwater scenes, and more—all handmade by owner Coco. Visitors can explore hidden rooms, nooks, and artistic displays, with free tours available. The venue hosts private parties, weddings, and corporate events. A secondary antique shop is located downstairs. Known for welcoming staff, vibrant atmosphere, and Coco's commitment to community and creativity.

530 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

Coffee Corners Antiques & Coffee House

Warm, cozy, charming atmosphere with antique decor
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Specialty coffee drinks, particularly the Cayenne Mocha and Buckeye Mocha
  • Homemade pastries and baked goods (muffins, coffee cake, pecan crisp)
  • Welcoming, dog-friendly environment with complimentary pet treats

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Inconsistent coffee quality and preparation (some customers report poor cold brew technique)
  • Occasional service issues including long wait times and rude staff behavior from some employees

Coffee Corners Antiques & Coffee House is a charming, small-town café located in downtown Burton, Ohio. This cozy coffeehouse combines specialty coffee drinks, homemade baked goods, sandwiches, and light meals in a warmly decorated space featuring antique decor and 'old times atmosphere.' The establishment hosts live music events featuring local musicians on Friday and Saturday evenings, creating a welcoming community gathering spot. Known for friendly staff, reasonable prices, dog-friendly policies with complimentary treats, and comfortable seating areas perfect for relaxing. Customers consistently praise the Cayenne Mocha, homemade pastries, and welcoming ambiance.

14544 N Cheshire St, Burton, OH 44021

Fat Sally's Warehouse

Friendly, welcoming staff and owners
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureVintage CollectiblesHome Decor

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Exceptional customer service and owner friendliness
  • Vast selection ensuring something for everyone
  • Well-maintained, clean, organized space

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • One incident of overly attentive vendor following customers
  • Some vendors sell faux vintage items from China

Fat Sally's Warehouse is a large multi-vendor antique mall in Ashtabula, Ohio, featuring two floors packed with vintage furniture, collectibles, home decor, toys, records, jewelry, books, and more. With constantly rotating inventory from numerous vendors, there's always something new to discover. The clean, well-organized space offers reasonable prices and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Special events, Facebook Live sales, and an online shop keep the experience fresh. Perfect for a half-day browsing adventure.

1569 Laird Dr, Ashtabula, OH 44004

Hixson's Inc.

Unique Christmas ornaments
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$
SPECIALTIES
Christmas OrnamentsCollectiblesDecorative Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • One-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments
  • Personal interactions with owner/staff
  • Sense of tradition and history

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Occasionally closed when expected to be open
  • Crowded/tight spaces

Hixson's is a beloved Lakewood institution specializing in unique Christmas ornaments, particularly hand-blown and hand-painted glass pieces designed by the late Bill Hixson himself. This nostalgic treasure trove feels like 'grandma's attic' with its maze of antiques, collectibles and seasonal decorations. Customers return year after year for the magical holiday atmosphere and one-of-a-kind ornaments you won't find elsewhere.

14125 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

Second Thyme Around

Friendly staff
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$
SPECIALTIES
Vintage CollectiblesKitchen & Home DécorLocal Handmade Items

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Treasure-hunting experience
  • Quality of merchandise
  • Pleasant atmosphere

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Occasionally crowded
  • One mention of rude service

Second Thyme Around is a vast multi-vendor antique mall in historic Downtown Olmsted Falls featuring 47 talented vendors offering vintage collectibles, antiques, and unique finds. The store features themed rooms including the popular Kitchen Cupboard Room stocked with local Amish jams, homemade chocolate, and gourmet items, plus an Ohio Handmade room showcasing local artisans' soaps, jewelry, and farmhouse décor. Customers describe it as 'memory road' with constantly refreshed inventory, making it an ideal half-day destination for treasure hunters.

8153 Orchard St, Olmsted Falls, OH 44138

Shops By The Lake

Huge variety and selection across 150+ vendor booths
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
FurnitureVintage CollectiblesHome Decor

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Vast selection and variety across multiple vendor booths
  • Reasonable prices and good value for money
  • Friendly, attentive staff and helpful service

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Some vendors display merchandise poorly or cluttered, making booths difficult to navigate
  • Inconsistent pricing practices (some vendors mark up then claim discounts)

Shops By The Lake is a massive indoor antique mall in Painesville, Ohio, featuring 150+ vendors with constantly changing inventory of vintage furniture, collectibles, and home decor. Customers describe it as a half-day destination where you can easily spend 2-3+ hours browsing diverse booths filled with retro items, cast iron cookware, nostalgic 70s-80s pieces, and unique finds. The store emphasizes affordable pricing with mid-range items, friendly staff, and special promotions including monthly treasure hunts, senior discounts (Fridays), and veteran discounts. Perfect for casual browsing or serious treasure hunting.

1871 N Ridge Rd, Painesville, OH 44077

Sweet Lorain

Incredible selection and variety of vintage items across multiple categories
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$$
SPECIALTIES
Vintage ClothingHome Decor & CollectiblesJewelry & Accessories

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Massive, ever-changing inventory with unique one-of-a-kind vintage pieces
  • Organized categorization by era, type, and color despite overall density
  • Authentic vintage experience and passionate owner/staff knowledge

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Extremely crowded and cluttered layout makes browsing difficult and potentially unsafe
  • Consistently high pricing compared to market value, with many items priced at eBay levels or higher

Sweet Lorain is a vast warehouse-style vintage destination in Cleveland, Ohio, celebrating 33 years in business. This single-owner shop overflows with authentic vintage treasures including extensive clothing collections sorted by decade, ceramics, glassware, jewelry, furniture, records, and seasonal items like vintage Christmas decorations. The store is densely packed with inventory organized by type and color, creating a treasure-hunt shopping experience that demands time and patience. Named one of America's Five Best Vintage Stores by Details Magazine, it attracts serious collectors and casual browsers seeking one-of-a-kind finds spanning multiple eras.

7105 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102

Todd's Jewelers Seiko & lab diamond store Cleveland,Ohio

Exceptional personalized customer service and genuine care
STORE FORMAT
Single Owner Shop
STORE SIZE
Boutique Shop
PRICE RANGE
$$
SPECIALTIES
Engagement Rings & Wedding BandsSeiko WatchesCustom Jewelry Design

WHAT CUSTOMERS LOVE

  • Personal relationship-building and genuine listening to customer needs
  • Expert knowledge and passion for jewelry/watches
  • Willingness to work with unique, challenging designs and sentimental pieces

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT

  • Website lacks product inventory/pricing information (mentioned in 1 review)
  • Limited online presence for jewelry browsing

Todd's Jewelers is a boutique, family-owned jewelry store in Cleveland, Ohio, specializing in custom engagement rings, wedding bands, and Seiko automatic watches. As a 3rd generation business with 104 years of history, Todd combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design, offering personalized service without pressure. The store excels at transforming sentimental heirloom pieces and vintage jewelry into stunning new designs, alongside expert watch servicing, jewelry repair, and on-site appraisals. Known for integrity, fair pricing, and lifetime warranties.

6363 York Rd, Suite 100, Cleveland, OH 44130

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Best Times to Visit

  • Season: May-October (avoid lake effect snow)
  • Parking: Easy on Lorain; moderate in other districts

Shopping Tips

  • Lorain Avenue developing rapidly - new shops opening.
  • Larchmere combines antiques with art galleries.
  • Many ethnic antiques in neighborhoods - Polish in Slavic Village, Italian in Little Italy.
  • Check estate sales in Shaker Heights.

Dining Options

  • Numerous restaurants in Cleveland, OH area
  • Plan a full day trip with dining
  • Local cafes and eateries nearby

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