Local specialty shops
Bell’s Seed Store: Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, the store celebrated 100 years in business in 2019. Bell’s offers a variety of seasonal plants, from pansies and petunias to peppers and tomatoes, as well as lawn care essentials. Whenever it snows, Bell’s is a go-to for sleds, shovels, and ice melt. 230 E. Russell St. 7:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Monday-Friday; and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. 910-483-8400
Betty Kelly’s Gift Shop: This family-owned business has been a staple for four generations of brides looking for the perfect china pattern. The shop also offers home decor, invitations, and gifts, including scented candles, jewelry, and women’s clothing. The shop carries the McKenzie-Childs, Vietri, and Julie Vos lines. 1228 Fort Bragg Road. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. 910-484-4044
A Bit of Carolina: This specialty gift shop carries North Carolina-made and -themed goods and specializes in custom gift baskets. 306 Hay St. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 910-551-6537
Blue Bike Antiques and Gifts: Blue Bike is home to local vendors offering antique and vintage items, furniture, and collectibles. 2608 Raeford Road. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
910-920-2146
Cursive: This store features a mixture of cottage shabby home furnishings, vintage finds, jewelry, greeting cards, home fragrances, handbags, and totes, decorations, and gifts. 223 Franklin St. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday.
910-482-0005
Fleishman’s Tiny Town: This family-owned business has offered children’s clothing, shoes, and toys for over 60 years. Tiny Town also has a baby registry and children’s furniture. 2800 Raeford Road, Suite 24B, Highland Centre. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday. 910-323-1991
Greg’s Pottery: The paint-your-own pottery studio, art gallery, and gift shop was founded by local artist Greg Hathaway and is now owned by his daughter, Kelly Hathaway. 122 Maxwell St. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 910-483-8355
John Allen Shoes: This family-owned store sells a variety of shoes for all ages, including hard-to-find brands. 214 Owen Drive. 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-484-3161
Leclair’s General Store: Patrick Leclair opened this store in the heart of Haymount after leaving a career overseeing the decor of a national chain of high-end clothing stores. Leclair’s features coffee, wine, craft beer, specialty groceries, vintage decor, antiques, art, jewelry, and local goods. It’s worth a trip just to check out the way Leclair arranges everything. 1212 Fort Bragg Road. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 910-491-1060
Lisa’s Custom Framing: Besides beautifully framing nearly anything, Robin Kelly also offers a gallery of work by local artists and gifts. 1226 Fort Bragg Road. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-484-3585
The Pilgrim: This gift shop features happy vibes and sweet aromas. It sells Vera Bradley, Cat Studio, and Radko ornaments, along with Byers Choice Figurines, jewelry, and scented candles. 160 Westwood Shopping Center. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-867-9750
Reverie Goods & Gifts: Owner Meghan Reed offers her own jewelry line, Square Peg Meg, along with accessories, art, and bags. The store has gift items for everyone, including teachers, children, and brides. 101 Hay St. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon-6 p.m. Sunday.
Stevies on Hay: This former apothecary features candles, coffee, and eclectic gifts. 318 Hay St. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
910-229-2577
Turner Lane: Tucked on a side street in downtown Fayetteville, this shop has novelty gifts, organic handmade soaps and bath products, artisan foods, and beverages, custom gift baskets, and muscadine slushies. 242-A Hay St. June hours: Closed Tuesdays; 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. For other months, call for hours. 910-818-2157
Clothing boutiques
Epiphany Boutique: “We have cute clothes for any occasion,” said store clerk Nicole Oliver. 3710 Morganton Road, Suite 108. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-323-5591
Fabulous Finds Boutique: You’ll find trendy, affordable styles, jewelry, dresses, and shoes available in-store or online at fabfindsboutique.com. 310 Hay St. above Blue Moon Cafe. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-483-0733
Monkee’s of Fayetteville: Boutique designer fashions, shoes, jewelry, and gift items are featured. 322 Glensford Drive, Suite 106. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-867-6001
Pet food and accessories
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming: Besides dog grooming, grain-free pet food, gourmet dog treats, and dog accessories, toys, and gifts are sold. 1216 Fort Bragg Road. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-860-1200
Area shopping centers
Cross Creek Mall: Fayetteville’s first enclosed mall opened in 1975 with five anchors: Belk, Sears, Thalhimer’s (now Macy’s), JCPenney, and Miller and Rhodes. Belk, JCPenney, and Macy’s remain, along with more than 100 other retail and dining options, including a food court. The newest anchor is the 45,000-square-foot stand-alone Rooms to Go furniture store. Between Skibo and Morganton roads. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-6 p.m. Sunday. 910-868-7668
Cross Pointe Center: This shopping area stays busy because of popular stores like T.J. Maxx, Ashley HomeStore, Shoe Carnival, and Ulta Beauty. Eateries include Nona Sushi and Cold Stone Creamery. 5075 Morganton Road. Check individual stores for hours.
Eutaw Village: Fayetteville’s first shopping center, Eutaw Village was once home to The Capitol Department Store and Ballentine’s Cafeteria. Today, the center off Bragg Boulevard has over 40 businesses and is anchored by Round-a-Bout Skating Center, The Day Spa Rejuvenation Center, Carlie C’s IGA grocery store, The Mill End Store fabric shop, Carolyn’s Hallmark Shop, and Dollar Tree. Adjacent Eutaw Village North has an N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles office. 2620 Bragg Blvd. Check individual stores for hours.
Fayetteville Pavilion: Located across Skibo Road from Target and Home Depot, Fayetteville Pavilion is anchored by a Food Lion supermarket, PetSmart, Marshalls, Michaels, and Rack Room Shoes. 2061 Skibo Road. Check individual stores for hours.
Freedom Town Center: Fayetteville’s newest shopping center features 50 acres of stores and restaurants, including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Home Goods, Hobby Lobby, and First Watch. 22712 Freedom Parkway Drive. Check individual stores for hours.
Marketfair Shopping Center: This open-air retail and dining complex features AMC MarketFair 15 theaters with reclining and heated seats, Planet Fitness, Lidl food store, and Rocket Fizz soda pop and candy store. 1916 Skibo Road. Check individual stores for hours. 910-829-1617
Tallywood Shopping Center: Publix supermarket, Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant, and Great Clips are the centerpieces of one of Fayetteville’s oldest but recently renovated shopping centers. 3114 Raeford Road. Check individual stores for hours.
Westwood Shopping Center: Westwood is anchored by a Food Lion supermarket and Sky Zone Trampoline Park. First Citizens Bank has a branch here. Other stores include The UPS Store, Board & Brush DIY Wood Sign Workshop, and the county’s largest ABC store. Westwood is at Morganton and South McPherson Church roads. Check individual stores for hours.
Fresh produce and outdoor markets
City Market at the Museum: Vendors offer 100% locally grown produce. 325 Franklin St. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. 910-433-1457
Dirtbag Ales: The market is open every Sunday seasonally at the popular brewery. It features locally grown produce, along with food trucks, live music, local vendors, and adult beverages. 5435 Corporation Drive, Hope Mills. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday; noon-
11 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday; and closed Monday. 910-426-2537
The Downtown Market: Located in the warehouse district of Downtown Fayetteville, this market works with local farmers and artisans to offer everything from eggs, milk, meats, and veggies to fresh flowers, candles, soaps, and gifts. 325 Blount St. 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. 919-349-6062
Gillis Hill Road Produce: This farm is ninth-generation family-owned. 2899 Gillis Hill Road. 910-308-9342
Pate’s Farm Market: The store features fresh produce, a butcher shop, bakery, a hot bar serving Southern favorites, and an intriguing pineapple-peeling machine. Adjacent is a nursery with thousands of flowers, shrubs, vegetable and spice plants, trees, and lawn décor. 6411 Raeford Road. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-426-1575
Specialty food stores
Apple Crate Naturals You’ll find organic, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, whole-grain, allergy-sensitive foods, and teas, along with supplements and natural soaps. A bulk section offers trail mixes, dried fruits, grains, and herbs. A grind-your-own-peanut butter station features three kinds of nuts. 2711 Raeford Road, Suite 110. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. 910-426-7777
Compare Foods: This independently-owned supermarket offers fresh produce, meats, beer, and wine, and international products not found in other stores. 155 Bonanza Drive. 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. 910-826-9820
The Fresh Market: Fresh produce, meats, and seafood are featured, as well as a specialty cheese section, bakery, wine and beer, and ready-to-go meals. 230 Glensford Drive. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. 910-867-2588
Indian Food and Spices: Shop for fresh vegetables, spices, local specialty meats, sweets, and toiletries. 2417 Hope Mills Road. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday; 9:30 am.-8:30 p.m. Thursday; and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. 910-229-2263
Mediterranean Mart and Indian Foods: You’ll find Indian spices, pita bread, Greek and Turkish coffees and teas, and hard-to-find items. 5924 Cliffdale Road, Suite 104. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. 910-864-1646
Kinlaw’s Supermarket: This family-owned meat market offers beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and freshly ground hamburger. 1802 Sapona Road. 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday; closed Sunday. 910-483-3437
Pan Thai & Asian Market: Fresh produce and hard-to-find sauces and spices are sold here. 805 Hope Mills Road. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Saturday; and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 910-424-6909
Sprouts Farmers Market: The store features fresh, natural, and organic foods, including fruits and vegetables, as well as a full-service deli and meat and seafood counters. 2810 Freedom Parkway Drive. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. 910-748-5985
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