Best of Goshen Guide pt. I: The Guide

A lot has changed in the last two years, but we still enjoy assisting you all in planning memorable gatherings and celebrations here, at the Old Bag Factory and in the city of Goshen. Here’s an updated list of our favorite spots around town that are unique to this place we call home!

Bites:

The Electric Brew
Goshen’s favorite coffeehouse
theelectricbrew.com
Venturi
Certified and recognized Neapolitan pizza
eatventuri.com
Goshen Brewing Company
Family-friendly brewpub serving a wide selection of beers and seasonal, local, farm-to-table food
goshenbrewing.com
Maple Indian Cuisine
Authentic Indian cuisine
mapleindiancuisine.com
South Side Soda Shop
A family run retro diner with a modern twist
southsidesodashop.com
Los Primos
Chipotle, but make it local
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Olympia Candy Kitchen
Handmade confections and authentic diner experience
olympiacandykitchen.com
The O
Goshen’s neighborhood bar and grill
theo.bar
Dutch Maid Bakery
Delicious hand-made pastries and bites
dutchmaidbakerygoshen.com
Maple City Market
Organic grocery store with bites to go
maplecitymarket.coop
The Chief
One of the top 31 ice cream spots in the nation
chieficecream.com
Common Spirits
Fresh craft cocktails and chill vibes
commonspirits.com
Canele Cafe
A small café and bakery specializing in house-made bread, canelés, & pastries
canelecafe.com
Universal Tamal
Authentic Mexican food and specialty tamales
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San Marcos
Authentic Mexican grill

Goshen Noodles
A local Vietnamese restaurant that serves some of Vietnam's common dishes including pho, spring rolls, egg rolls, fried rice and more
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Biebs & Ash
Smashburgers, creative handhelds, tots and casual hangs
biebsandash.com

Outdoor Hangs:

The Pumpkinvine

A 17.5 mile trail for all levels of activity. The train is used for walking, running, and biking. Passing through many parks and beautiful farmland, the Pumpkinvine can get you from Elkhart, all the way to Shipshewana

The Millrace and Goshen Dam Pond

A beautiful gravel trail, winding through wooded parkland on the west side of downtown Goshen. The Millrace follows the hydraulic canal between Shoup Parsons Woods and the north end of Shanklin Park. You'll cross several bridges that connect you to historical neighborhoods along Main Street

Fiddler’s Pond

A picturesque park with canoe, kayak and pedal boat rentals and gravel walking path

Kercher’s Sunrise Orchard

Hay rides, educational tours, and U-pick options

Shanklin Park

Sips:

Common Spirits
Fresh craft cocktails, delicious bites and fun vibes
commonspirits.com
Constant Spring
Casual gastropub offering craft brews & area-sourced ingredients in creative bar bites
aconstantspring.com
Elephant Bar
Local watering hole with an outdoor, pet-friendly patio and bar games 
elephantbargoshen.com
Goshen Brewing Company
Family-friendly brewpub serving a wide selection of beers and seasonal, local, farm-to-table food
goshenbrewing.com

Shopping:

Found
International art and antiques from around the world
foundgoshen.com
The Soapy Gnome
Handcrafted soaps and homebody mercantile
soapygnome.com
Fables Bookstore
Locally owned, independent book store
fablesbooks.com
Ten Thousand Villages
Nonprofit fair trade organization selling unique, handmade gifts from around the world
tenthousandvillages.com
The Depot
A local treasure chest and thrift shop that supports Mennonite Central Committee
thrift.mcc.org
Jules Boutique
A trendy women’s boutique selling clothing, accessories and gifts
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The Imagination Spot
Stationary, greeting cards, gifts and decor
theimaginationspot.com
Ignition Garage
Local music escape, selling LP’s, CD’s, cassettes, record players, and audio gear
ignitionmusic.net
Goertzen Pottery
High-fired porcelain and stoneware ceramic vessels
goertzenpotter.com
Goshen Antique Mall
Fine antiques and collectibles from yesteryear
goshenantiquemall.com