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THE REFINDERY ON MCCALLIE
1300 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404, United States
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THE REFINDERY ON MCCALLIE
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Ma
Review №1

Very fun place to visit, a must see. Lots of variety, fun novelties. Not often I can afford things in these antique style stores but the employee helped me on pricing and worked out a deal on a larger item, very please. Left there mid day and it was packed, go early to avoid the crowd, secret must be out.

Je
Review №2

Favorite vintage/antique store in Chattanooga! Lots of unique things. Always something new to uncover! Customer service is excellent and prices are reasonable. Definitely put this on your list to visit, you won’t be disappointed!

PJ
Review №3

If your looking for a well run, clean, unique antique shooing experience this is it! We were here for just a few days and we love looking for hidden treasures. The Refinderery is so nice and we had someone helping us to find things along the way as well as happy vendors! We home with more than we came looking for and loved it! We will be back!

ge
Review №4

I would definitely recommend this business to anyone who is in the area. They have a wide selection of anything you could want from the past. They also have a pretty good selection of stones to go through. I managed to find a lamp shade I have been looking for for years!! Staff is quick to get answers if they do not already know.

Fa
Review №5

A very tasteful antique store! A little bit for everyone with all sorts of styles. Staff is extremely helpful and friendly. We’ll definitely be back next we are in Chattanooga!

Ja
Review №6

We went to this awesome store today while visiting from Illinois. It was an amazing experience. I got me a few finds and am excited to find them a home among my other primitive decor. Ladies working were so kind and helpful. I would drive 9 hours just to shop here. You could truly shop and browse here all day long. Thank you for a great experience and making us feel at home.Peoria Illinois

Al
Review №7

Good luck finding something you dont want.

Ch
Review №8

I wish I could buy this whole store!! So much cool stuff to look at, and everyone there was very kind! It is definitely bigger on the inside, I thought it would be much smaller. Will definitely come back!

Ca
Review №9

Visiting from out of town, this place was highly recommended from the locals I know. Upon entering, I was blown away at the quality and selection of products. Prepare to spend at least an hour in this lovely place. I could have easily stayed another hour had it not been closing time. The handmade selection was impressive. A lot of items were very expensive but if you hunt you can find some incredible deals. I absolutely adored this place. Its much bigger than I anticipated as well.

Da
Review №10

I adore this antique store. They have literally everything. I could spend all day exploring

Ki
Review №11

What a wonderful place to find unique things !!!

Ga
Review №12

This is such an amazing place. I love pretty much everything in here.

Br
Review №13

Wonderful shop, kind staff, lots of fun stuff to look at. Would love to come by again.

J
Review №14

I love browsing here you never know what is to be found, I always find something to be cherished.

Wa
Review №15

So many cool treasures! Great place.

Me
Review №16

I absolutely love this store, they have everything you could possibly need or want and it’s so big I still haven’t been all the way through it! Love it!

Ch
Review №17

Awesome antique store! Beautiful building.

Ba
Review №18

I go here quite often to see all the stuff that people have is stuff that people have there sometimes its a stroll down memory lane its a stroll down memory lane and sometimes I see things I see things I never thought before that would look great in my house some 8 in my house some things are old some things are new and sometimes youll find new and sometimes youll find something that an artist made and I can really truly and I can really truly appreciate it the staff is very friendly and always is friendly and always takes the time

Ka
Review №19

Hadnt been in for a while and was pleasantly surprised by all the new goodies! You never know what youre going to find

Je
Review №20

Always find something unique and special here.

Al
Review №21

Lots of great records and other finds!

Mi
Review №22

Fun trip down memory lane. Great displays and unique finds.

Da
Review №23

What a fantastic destination for all things.I was looking for solid wood doors for a project and was assisted by an associate. Sooooo very helpful and knowledgeable. The prices were fair and will DEFINITELY return. There is nothing more that I enjoy than being able to repurpose old or antique materials into new construction. I definitely recommend this to locals Travelers Builders and developers alike.

JC
Review №24

Great shop with lots of unique pieces.

Ja
Review №25

I freaking love this antique store. There’s so much to see. I am quite good at imagining how to incorporate an item into my home. The displays are done very well which as a merchandiser I appreciate greatly. There is no reason to just cram stuff on a shelf- it’s better to “merch” it so it looks attractive! They pull this off in various areas and I love that!

Tr
Review №26

Although there were a few interesting things that were found in the record section the entire presentation was slapped together. This Beatles album in particular was priced at $19. Tons of Chicago for $12 and above. Miss matched sleeves and empty sleeves in sections clearly marked for sale. Absolutely sloppy and overpriced. Someone who really cares about music should have a go at revamping that section. Could be lucrative for an individual who knows what theyre doing. Best advice, stop gouging prices on records just because theyre records. Take time out to sort your sections and maybe your product will move.And NO ONE is ever going to pay $28 for a used Blue Oyster Cult album............ever.

Mi
Review №27

Awesome place have a lot of neat things there

Da
Review №28

Nice antique store. Very boutiqueish but the prices were reasonable. Larger than I expected. Everyone friendly.

Na
Review №29

Great place with rare and unique finds.

Ea
Review №30

Super fun. There’s a wide variety of stuff from interesting junk to some sought after collectibles.

Pa
Review №31

Loaded with Unique pieces and found objects of antiques! So much to see there!

Ha
Review №32

Wide range of old stuff you may have a use for!

Je
Review №33

Amazing collection of many hard to find antiques.

Je
Review №34

Really overpriced. Home goods is cheaper

Sa
Review №35

Found a few nice things, but they refused to sell me a copper dish because they didnt believe the price that was clearly marked on the bottom. It held some cards and there was no NFS on the item.

Re
Review №36

Fantastic collection of unique antiques and hard to find vintage items lovingly and meticulously grouped into individual booths and specific areas to make your treasure hunt much easier. A leisurely stroll through The Refinderys aisles is a great way to de-stress and reminisce!

Er
Review №37

Prices are on the high side but they have some cool stuff I will be buy some stuff from them real soon

vi
Review №38

Great stuff. Pricing is good

Ra
Review №39

Cool place. There are some secret gems in back if you like old pillars etc...

Ri
Review №40

A stroll through and we always come out with something

De
Review №41

Fantastic store! Great price range and so many options. Cant wait to come back.

La
Review №42

It’s like walking into a time capsule. favorite shop in Chatt hands down. beautiful store and reasonable prices!!!

Je
Review №43

Absolutely love this place. The vibe makes me want one of everything!!

Pa
Review №44

Great place to find old and unusual items! Plan to spend at least an hour here. There are plenty of vintage lamps, Furniture & Industrial pieces here. I saw some very unique items in this store.

Ch
Review №45

Love this place. Picked up the cutest chair for my bedroom reading nook!

Ra
Review №46

I want to give a huge thank you shout out to Chris and Jeff! They helped me load my new table into the car and make it work when it was only a few inches too long. They were so kind to help me and I appreciated it so much! I love shopping here and the customer service makes it even better.

Ju
Review №47

Has some really cute furniture and old bits and bobs if youre restoring an old house. Otherwise it was a bit underwhelming and prices were hit or miss as far as being reasonable.

Ma
Review №48

Had alot of stuff to me price seem little high

Li
Review №49

Not the usual antique store, but certainly an unusual store. Prices were remarkably high, but an interesting walk through.

Ha
Review №50

I only ended up buying the floral print but this place is massive with a fantastic selection of merchandise.

Jo
Review №51

If I could leave 100000 stars I would. My friend lives in Chattanooga and I called from Nashville hoping I could find a specific item for her birthday. They took time on a busy weekend to search the store and find my item!!! I was able to give her the best bday surprise! Its not every day you meet such kind people. Im very grateful to the refindery.

Tr
Review №52

As soon as you inner the building the building you know you’re somewhere special

Ki
Review №53

Nice antique shop

sh
Review №54

What a great variety of items! Must take your time to take full advantage of all the booths. Very friendly staff. 😍

Da
Review №55

Nice place, but a lot of the same things from booth to booth. It was pretty much rustic-trendy. It didnt smell musty, though, and the prices were reasonable.

Wi
Review №56

Well organized and clean. Nice quality items. I was very pleased!

Me
Review №57

Awesome place

Li
Review №58

I cant say enough about how interesting and delightful this place is, You can get lost in a sea of vintage treasure for hours. Every piece makes me smile. Items are well displayed, and there is a find in store for any style of decor. This is a great place to shop if you are looking to turn any room in your home into a conversation piece in itself! But...... customer service? Ahhh, not so great. ( At least not for ME🍫) Upon entry, which was at opening, The associate (s) at the register did not greet me, I fact, I greeted THEM upon entry and was unaware at how dry the word HELLO could be🤔??? fast forward. .was quoted a price on a. Item only to have another person say they it was too low, but she gave it to me anyway at the quote..... begrudgingly ( I thank her for that) then told the associate to give me the CHEAPEST BAG 😱😱😂😂😂 RUDENESS beyond compare. I still love the place, I have had a couple if good experiences and spent some good money in there. Have bragged about the place and even sent friends in to check them out. Wont let one BAD APPLE spoil the tree, this place still gets my vote!

Mi
Review №59

Good place. Dont be afaid to negotiate!

Ce
Review №60

Favorite antique store ever! Such great finds here. I have visited several times and always leave with a car full of stuff! Definitely worth a visit.

Je
Review №61

A wonderful find ... Great little antique store super sweet staff.

Ir
Review №62

Lots to see. Worth a look.

Ca
Review №63

Great find!! Huge store and I had a blast exploring. Prices are pretty good on most items! Fun place to find goodies for your house that aren’t cookie cutter

Re
Review №64

Power went out & we had to leave. 😭😞

na
Review №65

Lots of cool and unique stuff and organized very well. Not your typical antique store thats filled with junk, but actually stuff that can be reused or refurbished

Je
Review №66

Nice selection, yet pricey

Kr
Review №67

I love this store so much!!! Make sure you have plenty of time to go through the store!!! There is so much

Mi
Review №68

Fun place to look around. Great space. Prices usually high, but who cares? Just checking out all the cool stuff is worth the visit.

Br
Review №69

Really like this place. I have gone 2-3 times a year for past couple years and I always find at least one thing that I get super excited about. Staff has always been pleasant and helpful, too. Well, except yesterday when there was a rather snooty woman (long, light-colored hair, younger). But hey, it happens. I do hope whatever might be weighing her down gets lessened. ;-)Anywho; place is interesting and fun. The prices have a decent range, too, so most people could probably find something within their budget. I recommend visiting to anyone! Lots of fun!

Ch
Review №70

I was hooked before I got out of the car. Just seeing the salvaged home building materials outside was all it took. Inside, the explorer in me was fascinated. I would still be there right now if not for life. I am 56 years old, and I found so many memories from my childhood scattered among the thousands and thousands of items that I was taken back in time. This is almost a museum with price tags on the exhibits. I found antiques that had been manufactured as well as had been made by hand, one-of-a-kind crafts and furnishings. New old stock. Plenty of genuine distressed building materials, wooden, metal, hardware etc. Just looking around gave me ideas for some crafts of my own. Signs, soft drink bottles, electronics, comics, recordings, photos, lions, tigers, and bears oh my. Even if you are not into these things, please visit. You may be surprised.

St
Review №71

We always enjoy looking for something different here. Nice place and staff.

ho
Review №72

Large antique warehouse... Carol and her staff are so friendly and helpful! : ) Lots of antique doors, hardware, retro to turn-of-the-century... antiques to diy... lots of vendor booths with furniture, vintage and new clothing, records, home decor, handmade candles and much more... I found 1890 door hardware here.. you pick through bins... great resource!

Ju
Review №73

This is the best place to get a box of 100-year-old doorknobs, or windows, or a full luggage set from 1967, or even a fully working vintage cash register. TONS of random cool old stuff in a very interesting building. I plan to make weekly stops here to see what kind of new curiosities show up.

Mo
Review №74

Love the way its organized. There are some great things in here. Always fun to have a look around.

Da
Review №75

Awesome place with a great variety and (for the most part) great prices. Will definitely be back next time were in Chattanooga.

Da
Review №76

Great place. !!

GA
Review №77

Wonderful place with wonderful deals. I always find something great in there for a great price every time I go. The ladies that work there are wonderful! I live in GA but travel up for my ankle surgeon. But I could see making the trip just to come here. With so many booths in one place its worth it!

Le
Review №78

This place is full of wonderful treasures just make sure that you slow down and get lost in every booth. You will see how much they really have to offer if you take your time and appreciate the personality that goes into the individual venues.

Do
Review №79

We recently visited while in town for appointment and truly enjoyed this hidden jewel. Very nice staff, clean, layout organized and prices were reasonable on most items. I will definitely visit anytime Im in town.

Mo
Review №80

This store is absolutely fascinating. If you are into old things made new again, unique folksy/boho style, or if youre just looking for that super cool piece to complete a room, this is the place to go. Refurbished and original antique furniture, decor, art, and cool old clothes can be found here. They even have old unfinished wood, barn doors, and unique hardware if you are looking to complete a refurbishing project of a piece yourself! There are little sort of cubbyholes all through the store that have specific local peoples work in them, so youre supporting local art if you shop here, which is pretty cool too!I have no affiliation with the store, I just wandered through it and was impressed by the idea of it and by some of the neat things that have been made or re-found locally. Give it a try!

Ad
Review №81

Lovely place with unique and fun finds! My fiance mentioned that Chip and Joanna Gaines would probably love this place for upcycled items 😂. Most items seemed largely overpriced however.

Ma
Review №82

Lovely little antique store!

Ly
Review №83

Awesome place

De
Review №84

Awesome location and super friendly owner. Will definitely be back. A+++

Sh
Review №85

Great finds! Lots of furniture and larger pieces that arent easy to come by. Prices are good from what Ive seen.

MJ
Review №86

Excellent quality vintage and antique goodies! Cant beat it if youre visiting Chatanooga! Also have great recycled or renewed finds. Great prices. We love thrift stores but they save you time and effort as they stock with quality items not junk.

Li
Review №87

This place was great. There was a lot to see with many booths. The prices were reasonable.

Li
Review №88

The Refindery is the most amazing antique store there is. From beautiful antique items with an incredible price to beautiful furniture with an incredible pricetag. It is beautifully built in an antique building which draws you in. Everything about this place feels so historical and gorgeous. There are nice people that run the store and its always clean and taken care of. There are beautiful displays of items laid out around the store. This store is too good to be true, except, it is true! This is by far the best antique store out there. You wont waste your time coming here.

Ra
Review №89

Huge antique store... awesome stuff... however, a bit expensive... i love to wander on a rainy day.

Je
Review №90

I love this store! They always have something... Vintage and on trend! 😍

Ro
Review №91

The merchandise and the prices were second to none. Very clean, beautifully displayed vignettes and a warm and welcoming staff. It far exceeded the other local dealers open on the 4th of July.Ill be back, definitely.

Ar
Review №92

Great vintage antique great great prices antiques great prices

Je
Review №93

I love this store! I always find unique items here!

l
Review №94

Fun unique store! All types of treasures. Easy to access from main roads. Lots of windows!

Ja
Review №95

Love the old finds and the new things they have. Just a neat store and friendly place to go.

Al
Review №96

A beautiful store with many booths to browse. Indeed, a nice walk down memory lane! However, I did find it disappointing to over hear to female employees complain about Saturday staffing. Let me assure you, your customers dont consider the staffing concerns part of their shopping experience.

Da
Review №97

Very nice inside but prices on everything way too high.

Mo
Review №98

A great place to find all the the things that are special and hard to find.

Or
Review №99

Loads of things from many departments. Good selection. Occasional sales. Kind and helpful staff! Display makes it fairly easy to see everything.

Jo
Review №100

A great shop with an assortment of things you cant live without. From country to traditional to mid century to quirky they have it all.

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  • Address:1300 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404, United States
  • Site:http://therefinderyonmccallie.com/
  • Phone:+1 423-697-1243
Categories
  • Antique store
  • Antique furniture store
  • Architectural salvage store
  • Collectibles store
  • Hardware store
  • Vintage clothing store
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–6PM
  • Thursday:10AM–6PM
  • Friday:12–5PM
  • Saturday:11AM–6PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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