The Paris Wincey Mills Co. — Attraction in Ontario

The Paris Wincey Mills is a great market hall in Downtown Paris, within walking distance of Paris' main street, Grand River St North. It's a historic building from 1889 that now houses several local vendors. Feel like having a pint? Try the Paris Beer Co. Interested in local meats and and sausages? Try the Link Street Sausage House. Fresh bread? Try the Good Bread Company, which sells delicious loaves, gourmet ketchup, and butter tarts. Fresh seafood? They have that too.

I'm sure the vendors have changed throughout the pandemic but several mainstays include Cake and Crumb, and the Bird and Bee Vintage. I loved the wonderfully curated eclectic vintage items at the Bird and Bee. I wanted to buy so many things, from unique pins to clothing to candles and jewelry. While I resisted the urge to buy the delicious sweet treats that Cake and Crumb sells, there were several amazing looking brownies, macarons, and cakes that were whispering "eat me!"

They also had beautiful market bouquets of flowers, and amazing Instagram worthy rainbow grilled cheese sandwiches from The Grilled Cheese Effect. We opted for the Lumber Jill grilled cheese sandwich with multigrain bread, peameal bacon, generous amounts of melted cheddar, maple syrup and lots of blueberry compote. It was like French toast and grilled cheese had a delicious (albeit messy) baby.

I appreciated that they limit the number of people in the hall and conduct Covid screening and enforce the wearing of masks while in the market hall. The washrooms are clean. I also liked that there was some multicultural influences evident in the market, from pierogies to Arepa Love.

Since they enforce use of masks in the market hall, there really wasn't a place to sit and eat your food unless you went to an outside bench, or were seated at the Paris Beer Co patio.

Paris Wincey Mills is a cool destination that I highly recommend to check out if you're in the Paris or...

Paris Wincy Mills: A Charming Blend of Tradition and Taste

The Wincy Mills Market offers a delightful escape for those seeking a genuine local experience. As you step inside, the enchanting aroma of freshly brewed Detour Coffee sets the tone for an inviting atmosphere. The coffee bar, adorned with friendly vibes and accompanied by a curated playlist, immediately captures your senses.

What sets Paris Wincy Mills apart is not just the coffee but the thoughtful curation of signature seasonal drinks. From the comforting classics to innovative seasonal blends, each sip is a journey through flavors. The baristas, with their skilled craftsmanship, turn your visit into a personalized coffee experience, leaving behind the impersonal touch of commercialization.

The market’s charm extends beyond the coffee bar, as the building itself becomes a character in this narrative. Old beams, original flooring, and purposefully placed antiques weave a tale of the past, creating an authentic backdrop that is both nostalgic and welcoming. It’s a harmonious blend of historical elements and modern features that make the space feel like a comforting embrace.

What sets Paris Wincy Mills apart is its ability to make you feel not like a visitor but a welcomed guest. The historic ambiance, paired with the warm hospitality, invites you to linger and savor the moment. It’s more than a market; it’s an immersive experience that beckons you to return. Paris Wincy Mills has successfully captured the essence of tradition and taste, making it a must-visit for those who appreciate the allure of...

What happened to this place? Not very long ago it was a vibrant and exciting bustle of everything to do with unique small town life. I used to love coming with my three daughters. I was there today and was exceptionally disappointed with what I saw.

Upstairs there are booths which remain closed or unattended. Downstairs has some lovely local vendors (I bought some foot healing cream for me, lip balm for my girls and leggings for the entire family down there a few months ago and loved it!) Today there were a few of those shops still going but most of the vendors stalls were empty or have been replaced by work boots, ugly excess stock clothing, men's underwear?! (Why does this fit with our Wincey Mill?!) And cheap nick-nacks made in China.

We went back upstairs to try the Mexican food stand. I was horrified to see our lunch go into a microwave and come out as scalding hot, rubbery in-edible mess that ultimately ended in the garbage.

The soap people, apothecary of Paris, chelsey jewelry. you know, the hand crafted local goods...these are what our beautiful Paris craves. It's starting to feel like a garage sale with a bunch of disinterested vendors.

I know these reviews are usually dismissed. But hopefully someone will take notice of the now mounting negative response to these changes and do something to bring our weekend hangout back to what we...