Antique store · Waterloo, Iowa

Calico and Company

1022 Alabar Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701

42.4989° N 92.3864° W

Calico and Company is an antique store at 1022 Alabar Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701.

About the shop

This two-level antique store houses 60+ vendors offering a diverse mix of old and new treasures. Known for farmhouse decor, vintage items, and collectibles like Pyrex, the well-organized space stays remarkably clean with thoughtfully arranged displays. Visitors appreciate the reasonable prices on everything from antique toys to home decor. Plan to spend 1-2 hours exploring both floors, where you'll discover handcrafted items alongside nostalgic treasures.

From directory research

What you'll find

Decorative ItemsCollectiblesVintage/Primitives

Compiled by AntiqueStoresNearby from public listings and reviews

The particulars

Shop format
Multi-Vendor MallFrom directory research
Shop size
Larger StoreFrom directory research
Price range
$From directory research
Typical visit
Extended BrowseFrom directory research
Multiple dealers
YesFrom directory research
Multiple floors
YesFrom directory research

What reviewers mention

Largely positive

Praised

  • Clean and well-organized
  • Wide variety of merchandise
  • Reasonable prices

Keeps people coming back

  • Friendly staff
  • Mix of old and new items
  • Well-curated displays

Worth knowing

  • Credit card surcharge
  • Some feel too many craft items vs. antiques

Our analysis of public reviews — a summary of what people wrote, not a star rating. Tone: Enthusiastic and delighted, with customers expressing joy in discovering unique items.

Make a day of it

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Nearby antique destinationDes Moines, IA89 mi
  1. 1Midwest Blessed Curated Goods4807 University Ave, #106, Cedar Falls, IA 506131.6 mi
  2. 2CA Treasures & Collectibles622 Sycamore St, Waterloo, IA 507032.6 mi
  3. 3Rostig, LLC.427 Main St, Reinbeck, IA 5066916 mi
  4. 4The Prairie Bee221 E Bremer Ave, Waverly, IA 5067716 mi

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