THE REFINDERY ON MCCALLIE
1300 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
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PRICE RANGE
Standard Store
STORE SIZE
Store Overview
The Refindery on McCallie is a sprawling warehouse-style antique store in downtown Chattanooga featuring multiple vendors with an eclectic mix of genuine antiques, vintage finds, and architectural salvage. Customers rave about the vast selection spanning antique furniture, vintage hardware perfect for home restoration, collectibles, records, and quirky memorabilia. The multi-room layout encourages extended browsing—many visitors spend 2+ hours exploring. Known for friendly staff, reasonable variety, and unique items from vintage golf clubs to taxidermy. Prices trend higher, reflecting curated inventory. Ideal for home restorers, collectors, and treasure hunters seeking one-of-a-kind pieces.
STORE SIZE
Vast Warehouse
PRICE RANGE
$$$
STORE FORMAT
Multi-Vendor Mall
TYPICAL VISIT
Half-Day Destination
What Makes This Store Special
Store Features
Multiple Floors
Multi-Vendor
Auctions
Delivery Service
Shipping Available
Historic Building
Customer Insights
8.5/10
Satisfaction Drivers
Diverse inventory with something for everyone including rare/vintage specialty items
77%
Warehouse scale enabling extended browsing and discovery of unexpected treasures
81%
Suitability for home restoration projects with extensive vintage hardware and architectural salvage selection
87%
What Customers Love
Vast selection and variety of unique items across multiple categories
Excellent for home restoration projects with abundant vintage hardware and architectural salvage
Friendly, helpful staff and welcoming atmosphere; described as 'treasure trove' and place to 'get lost in time'
Areas for Improvement
Prices consistently described as high/overpriced by multiple customers
Accessibility challenges including tight spaces, steep ramps, and hard-to-find ADA entrance problematic for mobility-impaired visitors
Parking can be limited despite adjacent lot; some booths display items too high to view without assistance
Overall Customer Sentiment
Enthusiastic and nostalgic; customers express genuine delight discovering treasures and unique finds. Strong emotional connection to the browsing experience described as fun, eclectic, and time-consuming in a positive way.
Contact Information
ADDRESS
1300 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
PHONE
Store Hours
Checking hours...
Sunday
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM