For over four decades, the Village Square has been a mainstay of Walker’s dining scene, popular with locals and seasonal visitors alike since 1979. But the path wasn’t always smooth or straight, as owners Gary and Theresa Bilben can attest. Back in the early-to-mid 20th century, Village Square’s brick building housed a Texaco gas station,… More Info
When the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic became evident last spring, Jenny & Company of Walker, along with many other businesses statewide, complied with “Stay Home” orders and closed their doors. It wasn’t easy and certainly wasn’t what they’d envisioned for 2020, but Rich and Krista Hansen, who own Jenny & Company, got through it…. More Info
The inspiration for the WineDown Wine Bar in downtown Walker came to owner Kim Walters from a spot as far south as you can drive and still be in the U.S. — Key West, Fla. “I came upon this cute little house on Duval Street, where all they served was wine and charcuterie boards,” she… More Info
With around 80 artists, crafters and antique vendors located under one roof, you can be pretty sure The Art and Antique Mall of Walker will have something so unique, so exquisite, that you just can’t leave without it. And if that “find” happens to be a perfect photo, print, painting or other creation, you can… More Info
Bayside Bar and Grill sits beneath the most recognizable landmark on main street in Walker: a giant pelican perched atop its roof, keeping vigil over town. It had been painted over by a previous owner, but when Tom Moran purchased the building in 2013 he restored it to its former glory and proper colors. Moran… More Info
