Day Guide: Main Street Unionville
Spend a day on historic Main Street Unionville with family and friends for a day of unforgettable memories.
With plenty of things to see and do, places to eat, and incredible stores to shop at, Main Street Unionville is a destination worth visiting.
TO SEE & DO
Stiver Mill
Stiver Mill is the last of the grain elevators and feed mills in Markham. It has been preserved to help educate visitors about the history of Markham and has become a well-known landmark of Unionville. Situated beside the original train station, Stiver Mill was the perfect location for storage of deliveries for the local farming community. It was the backbone of Markham and has had a role in shaping Markham into the city it is today. It is now the location of the weekly Unionville Farmer’s Market which happen every summer.
Where: 9 Station Ln, Unionville
Website: https://unionvilleinfo.com/main-street-unionville-market/
Varley Art Gallery
With plans of reopening in the fall, the Varley Art Gallery is the one stop shop for all things art! With a rotating display in the front courtyard and various exhibits inside, the Varley Art Gallery is the place to go to see amazing art of all mediums.
Where: 216 Main St Unionville
Website: https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/arts/varley-art-gallery/
Instagram: @varleyartgallery
Crock A Doodle
Paint some pottery at Crock A Doodle! Get creative and pick some pottery from a predetermined selection and get painting. Its fun for all ages and you get to take home a masterpiece made by you!
Where: 159 Main Street Unionville
Website: https://crockadoodle.com/unionville/
Instagram: @crockadoodleunionville
Walk at Toogood Pond
Just steps away from Main Street, you will be transported to a different place. Toogood Pond is where the city meets nature. Walk around the pond to take in the stillness of nature and to recharge from the hustle and bustle of Main Street.
Where: Behind the Varley Art Gallery
TO EAT
NextDoor Restaurant
Start the day off right with NextDoor Restaurant’s infamous Brunch Tower. If you’re looking for a fully Canadian experience, grab a table at NextDoor Restaurant. With a rotating menu that features Canadian classics with locally grown ingredients, immerse yourself in this modern dining experience for a memorable dining experience.
Where: 139 Main St Unionville
Website: http://www.nextdoorrestaurant.com/
Instagram: @nextdoorrestaurant
Photo: https://www.facebook.com/NextDoorResto/photos/a.1228784994124435/1458989111104021/
pod coffee
Stop by and grab a mid-day pick me up at pod coffee. Serving coffee, tea, matcha and more, pod coffee has a drink for everyones’ taste buds.
Where: 142 Main St Unionville
Website: https://www.podcoffeeshop.com/
Instagram: @podcoffeeshop
Photo: @_crave.to
Chat Bar
Take a seat and indulge in the newest food trend out there: Chinese skewers. Pairing perfectly with a pint of beer, come and experience Chinese Chuan’r Culture. Chuan’r culture translates to “an atmosphere of smoke and fire” which describes how the skewers are cooked, but also the type of experience you will have at Chat Bar.
Where: 187 Main St Unionville
Website: http://chatbar.ca/en/home-en/
Instagram: @chatbarto
Jake’s On Main
Stop by this local pub for a delicious meal with family and friends. With a large menu, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Take a seat on the patio to immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of Main Street Unionville and feel like a local.
Where: 202 Main St Unionville
Website: http://www.jakesonmainunionville.com/
Instagram: @jakesonmainunionville
Photo: @divaaadventures
Old Firehall Confectionary
Stop by Old Firehall Confectionary to pick up some artisanal chocolates and goodies to bring home and share with family and friends. Whether you are dairy free, nut free, gluten free, or whatever other dietary restrictions you may have, Old Firehall Confectionary has a sweet treat for you.
Where: 170 Main St Unionville
Website: https://oldfirehallconfectionery.com/
Instagram: @oldfirehallconfectionary
Photo: https://www.blogto.com/bakery/old-firehall-confectionery-toronto/
Sweetie Pie
Have a sweet treat at Sweetie Pie! Specializing in ice cream, cookies, pies, cakes in a jar, and more, you will be able to find any baked good you can think of.
Where: 190 Main St Unionville
Website: https://mysweetiepie.ca/
Instagram: @mysweetiepie.ca
TO SHOP
Tucci Armadio
Visit Tucci Armadio to add some new and unique items to your currently wardrobe. This boutique specializes in women’s clothing and accessories.
Where: 154 Main St Unionville
Website: https://unionvilleinfo.com/project/tucci-armadio/
Instagram: @tucci_armadio
Pretty Thingz
Items from accessories to body care to home décor and more, Pretty Thingz is a one stop shop for everything you may need. They carry unique items like cocktail bombs and locally made products like soaps. Pretty Thingz is the place to browse and shop when looking for unique gifts to bring home to family and friends.
Where: 176 Main St Unionville
Website: https://www.prettythingz.com/
Instagram: @prettythingz
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