Chesterton’s European Market — Attraction in Chesterton

A trip to the Chesterton European Market on Labor Day Saturday was nothing short of a culinary adventure. Planning a weekend at Miller Beach? This market is your one-stop-shop for all things delicious and local.

First, we caffeinated our spirits with some divine brews from The Llama Bean Coffee Company—truly a coffee lover’s dream. Then we were off to Mitzner Meats for some prime-cut steaks that could give any Chicago steakhouse a run for its money.

But wait, there’s more! Our seafood cravings were met by Duneland Shrimp Company, where we snagged succulent shrimp and mouthwatering scallops. Fresh produce? Oak Grove Farms had us covered with vibrant, farm-to-table selections. And let’s not forget the pièce de résistance: the irresistibly sweet corn from How Sweet It Is (Charlesworth Sweet Corn).

In short, the Chesterton European Market is a foodie’s paradise and a weekend essential. If you’re aiming to elevate your Miller Beach getaway, make this your first stop. Trust me; your taste buds...

Chesterton European Market is a highlight of the town. Many local and small businesses set up stalls to promote themselves. A couple food vendors are available, but not many. (I recommend the Philly cheesesteak folks.)

There are usually two or three produce stands. A flower stall. Soaps. Some craft stalls. I often see a Harry Potter wand stall there. There's a stall run by nuns that sells tarts. A little stand for nuts and another for homemade marshmallows. If it's your thing there's always live music too!

The entire way is paved and accessible, something important to me as a wheelchair user. The market is dog friendly, so it's a great place to do socialization training of pups. The bathrooms are also accessible, found in a train car with an appropriately sized ramp and with air conditioning if you need a moment out of the sun.

I love stopping by every weekend with my family for produce and...

one star review not because the market is bad. The market is great. But it is not properly managed. This weekend I attended. Everyone was masked. No distancing rules were being observed. The exit was closed forcing everyone to spend more time in close proximity with one another. When the local mgt was asked why the exit was closed, he sites town ordinance which states he needs to control head count. No one was counting heads. When asked that it doesn't make sense and increases exposure he basically said he didn't have the manpower to open the exit. I.e. POOR MANAGEMENT. let's increase the time people are in close proximity because common sense can't reign. Wont go back till...