DOWNTOWN FAVORITES
Drink:
- West Winery: Stylish, unassuming craft winery with a great atmosphere.
- Maple City Roasters: Cozy vibe with locally roasted coffee.
- Wooden Nickel: Long-running neighborhood bar with drinks, pool, and a local crowd.
Food:
- Apple Basket: The kind of authentic diner you hope to stumble upon during a small-town getaway.
- Panchito’s Mexican Steakhouse: Welcoming Mexican restaurant known for generous portions and strong margaritas.
Entertainment:
- Maples Repertory Theatre: Big-city caliber meets the warmth of small-town Missouri in this nationally recognized professional Equity theatre.
Shopping:
- Ben Franklin: Rare, independently-owned “five-and-dime” variety store stocked with unique gifts, home pieces, flowers and more.
- D-Zines By T Flowers: Locally loved floral and gift studio known for custom arrangements and personal service.
- Macon Dealz: Fun and nostalgic items for a bargain.
- Another Time, A Vintage Guitar Store: One-of-a-kind finds from another era.
- Cason Liquidation LLC: Casual cafe and liquidation shop hybrid - comfort food meets treasure-hunt browsing.
Beyond our neighborhood, we highly recommend The Pear Tree Kitchen & Bar for elevated casual dining, and Koch’s General Store for lunch, ice cream and locally loved keepsakes.
The Visit Macon County, MO website - https://www.visitmaconcountymo.com/macon - is a wonderful resource for exploring the larger area.