Dukie B.

This is a locally owned store & they have another store south of here. We love to go here & browse. This Mercantile isn't a restaurant but, you'll find many things to eat! They have fresh farm eggs, milk, homemade cakes & pies. Hand-dipped ice cream & they are large scoops! The offering of waffle cones, cake cones, dips in cups, sundaes, milkshakes & I'm sure that I have forgotten others is amazing! The owners have beef that is raised on their farm. These range from ground beef to several varieties of steak, roast & more options. The Mercantile has a weekly meat selection of approximately five different meats in a package for one price & it's a popular choice. There is a large selection of local vendors, Illinois, Carmi, and Carmi Bulldogs items, plus other towns' local school items. Other vendors are a little further away but all vendors have unique items not found anywhere else. You can find seasonal home decor, year-round decor, kitchen accessories like mixes, barbecue sauce, salsa, relishes, soda pop, and candy from homemade fudge to vintage candy from the good ole' days. I love the gardening totes and watercolor paintings. There is such an eclectic assortment of items. I have no doubt anyone can go there & find something for themselves or someone else or maybe both. This is just a very limited choice of all they have to choose from. You won't be sorry if you stop in & look around, but you will be sorry if you don't!

M S.

Best ice cream ive ever had they have 52 flavors that change constantly. And the drinks are so good to . Better than cold stone hands down

This ice cream reminds me what europe ice cream taste like

Mona W.

Higginson Farms Mercantile is locally owned and operated. If you're in Carmi, stop by and see what they offer... much more than delicious, hand-scooped ice cream!

I go to the Mercantile first if I'm looking for a special gift. It was a great place to pick up stocking stuffers! They offer locally raised meats, an unmatched variety of brats, and delicious canned goods from the Amish and local vendors.

On Saturdays, get there early for fresh, delicious Amish donuts, cinnamon rolls, and pie!

Higginson Farms offers so much. You must go see for yourself. Don't forget your ice cream!

Leslie L.

I love our hometown produce store. The grass feed beef makes for great hamburgers and steaks. I also like the pork burgers and little sizlers that are made with bacon and sausage patties. I also like that vendors bring in their own homemade products. Higginson's supports small buisness, and I highly recommend Higginson's for your local shopping!

Leslie P. (.

I love our little hometown store! It's important to support smallbusinessess. Higginson's is the best at supporting other small businesses by offering their products as well. I love to go in and buy their Phillipstown ground coffee amaretto flavor andbuyg their bacon and sausage sizzlers. The gals are so sweet and alwaysaskg if you need any help. Support your small town businessess! I'll ALWAYS be a customer of Higginson's!

Terry B.

This store has local everything. From icream and honey pies, bread, cheese, milk to in season produce, beef, poultry, pork, seasonings, coffee etc. etc. Lots of hand crafted items. All local suppliers.

Pam W.

This was my first visit nice and clean lots of variety to choose from

Toni O.

My husband and I stayed in Carmi for a short time.
This store was by far my favorite place in the town.
Absolutely adorable
Great meat and meat deals.
Staff super friendly and helpful
Lots of great stuff here.
Highly recommended