BRAZOS LIFE: SHOPPING & SERVICES DIRECTORY 2023
APPLIANCES
Buddy’s Appliance Buddy’s Brazos Appliance has been serving the Brazos Valley since 1960. Locally-owned-and-operated, Buddy’s started out as a two-person repair service and has evolved into the largest independently-owned-and-operated appliance store and repair service in the Brazos Valley.
Buddy’s takes pride in being able to offer their customers a full-service appliance experience: Sales, Installation, Service, Appliance Parts, and Accessories. Buddy’s is still one of the only appliance companies left that offers service with the purchase of an appliance. Between their Bryan and Brenham locations, Buddy’s has 39 employees who are ready to help you with all of your appliance needs – from start to finish!
Buddy’s carries a wide selection of appliances; ovens, ranges, wall ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, disposals, vent hoods, undercounter icemakers, refrigerators, freezers, and even window air conditioning units. From the moment you’re browsing for appliances with their expert sales department, to delivery, and even service after the purchase – you’ll be dealing with a friendly, familiar face! A familiar face that has a wellspring of experience and knowledge in the appliance industry, because most of Buddy’s team have worked there for over 10 (and even 20) years! Before your purchase, Buddy’s offers to send one of their trusty technicians to measure the area your appliance will be to guarantee the perfect fit, and they haul off your old appliances, too! Something the community may not realize is that Buddy’s has an incredible service department; they carry over 500 parts in-stock for the public to purchase. Buddy’s doesn’t have it? They’ll order it for you! (Voted Best Appliance Store in The Best of the Brazos Valley in 2022)
buddysappliance.us
3815 Texas Ave, Bryan | 979.659.6969
2312 S Market St | 979.830.7204
Appliance Outfitters Appliance Outfitters are here to provide you with knowledge of the appliance world along with tips for getting the most out of your purchases. If you have a question, they have an answer! Customers will save up to 60% off retail pricing. They sell new, scratch & dent and pre-owned appliances. Inventory and availability are changing rapidly. The property management service takes the headache out of dealing with appliance issues in your rental properties. The delivery and installation specialists will assure that your appliances arrive safely and are installed properly. 16310 Texas 6 Frontage Rd, College Station | applianceoutfitters.net | 979.777.7521
Factory Builders Store Factory Builder Stores has been Texas’s premier kitchen appliance retailer for over 34 years with convenient locations in Austin, College Station, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. From luxury brands like Sub-Zero to great value packages from Whirlpool, They are your one-stop appliance shop for purchase, delivery, installation, and haul away. 12850 Old Wellborn Rd, College Station | factorybuilderstores.com | 979.696.2242
| A&M Furniture 2104 S Texas Ave suite 200, Bryan shopamfurniture.com | 979.704.3030 Aaron’s Aggieland Appliance Repair American Freight Furniture, Mattress, Appliance Best Buy Bush’s Appliance Repair |
Conn’s HomePlus 1502 Harvey Rd Ste 100, College Station conns.com | 979.977.5831 EZKun Appliance LLC Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, & Stevens Furniture & Appliance The Appliance Warehouse Turner, Pierce & Fultz Inc
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BARBER SHOPS/HAIR SALONS
Goldstar Barber At Goldstar, it’s full-service. That means they serve everyone, offering services such as traditional barbering services, modern-day women’s cuts/colors, hot towel shaves, hair designs, braids, facials, facial waxing, fades, cut/color, scalp micro pigmentation, and much more. Goldstar has grown significantly since its origins as Mike’s Barber Studio; Mike Espitia (who established the business) and his team have now created their own line of products, have a custom booking app, have opened Goldstar Barber Academy in Bryan, have five locations, and have plans to open another academy in San Antonio, TX! This hustle, skill, convenience, and community are just a few of the reasons Goldstar Barber Studio was voted the “Best Barber Shop” in the Brazos Valley yet again! (Voted Best Barber Shop in The Best of the Brazos Valley in 2022)
goldstarbarberstudio.com
607 University Dr E, College Station | 979.703.7648
3525 Longmire Dr, College Station | 979.704.5524
650 William D Fitch Pkwy, College Station | 979.450.7934
505 N Echols St, Caldwell | 979.567.4761
Celebrity Spa & Salon Celebrity Spa & Salon offers personalized luxury that makes you feel like a celebrity, and we are your destination for beauty and wellness. For more than a decade our collective focus has been remaining on top of the latest trends and techniques, so as to offer our guests the very best in beauty. Celebrity Spa & Salon is your refuge from the daily grind. We invite you to step into the finest haircare, skincare, massage therapy, nail and makeup services. Our service menu offers a complete range of luxurious salon and spa treatments essential to providing relaxation and rejuvenation. (Voted Best Hair Salon in The Best of the Brazos Valley in 2022)
4081 Texas 6 Frontage Rd Suite 601 & 101, College Station | celebrityspa.net | 979.690.6200
The Barber Shop We ask for and listen to what our customers want in a haircut and pride ourselves in giving only the best haircuts in a clean and family-oriented environment. Our staff is courteous and friendly and appreciates your patronage. Together, we have decades of combined experience in the hair-cutting business! 2553 Texas Ave S, College Station | thebarbershopcs.com | 979.693.4400
Galleria Spa, Salon, Boutique Welcome to Galleria Spa Salon Boutique where a lovely atmosphere, years of experience, and the highest level of customer service will provide you with an encounter you will value and remember. There are several spa packages to choose from at both of our locations.
galleriaspasalon.com
175 Century Square Dr, College Station | 979.822.5756
2821 Rock Prairie Rd, College Station | 693.0350
| A Wild Hair Salon 700 University Dr E, College Station facebook.com/awildhairstylists 979.260.8900 Aggieland Barber Shop Allure Salon Balboa’s Barber Studio Bentley’s Barbershop Boardwalk Salon & Med Spa Catwalk Hair Studio Chrome: A Salon Experience 943 William D Fitch Ste 501, College Station | 979.268.1398 Classic Cuts Clean Kuts Cutler 2 Salon & Spa Extreme Hair Design Eye Candy Salon Fantastic Sams Frayed Hair Lab The French Door Salon & Spa Fringe Salon Funky Cheveux Hair Studio Hannah’s Hair Braiding Styles House of Beards The Hudson Barber Emporium Hypnotik Salon J & I’s Hair Studio Kalon Hair Studio Karen’s Family Cuts Klassy Shears Salon & Boutique |
Laina Salon 704 N Rosemary Dr, Bryan lainasalon.com | 979.314.4430 Lewis & Co Salon Lionel’s Barber Shop Lizzy Boutique Salon Loxs: A Colour and Cuttery Madison’s Avenue Salon Magic Touch Salon Manuel & Theresa’s School Mark’s Barber Shop Maru Hair Salon MediSpa & Salon Modern Barber and Beauty Institute Neff’s Majestic Hair Studio Park Avenue Hair Salon RA Salon Spa Revival Barber Shop Rita’s House of Stylez Salon of Vern & Mo Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids Sheer’s Hair Salon SoCo Blow Dry Bar Studio 29 Hair Salon Tousled Tresses by Tune Up – The Manly Salon VIXEN |
CLOTHING/ACCESSORIES
C.C. Creations/Maroon U/The Warehouse at C.C. Creations Expanding into the retail market, one of C.C. Creations’ most popular additions is The Warehouse at C.C. Creations which earned “Best Place to Buy Aggie Merchandise” for the 11th year in a row. The Warehouse covers a massive 28,750 square feet with “everything Aggie” and is one of the most anticipated places to visit during Aggie game day weekends. In the Spring of 2021, Guinness World Records confirmed the official record title of “Largest Collegiate Merchandise Store” to The Warehouse at C.C. Creations. Next door, shoppers can check out Maroon U–voted “Best Gift Shop” seven years in a row, and now “Best Accessories” two years in a row. There you can find unique Aggie gifts and brand name apparel including Champions, Adidas, Columbia, and more. (Voted Best Accessories, Custom Clothing, Custom Embroidery, Gift Shop, Place to Buy Aggie Merchandise, Printing Service, Promotional Items, and Signs & Banners in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
114 Holleman Dr, College Station
cccreationsusa.com | 979.693.9664
| Aggieland Outfitters 303 University Dr E, College Station 979.703.1848208 George Bush Dr, College Station 979.680.8780 aggielandoutfitters.com Dusty Diamonds Boutique Francesca’s Giddy Up Glamour Hullabaloo Ave |
Southern Jewlz 901 Harvey Rd b, College Station southernjewlz.com | 979.703.8017 Threads Boutique The Squire Shop Tres Chic Boutique Witt’s End |
CHILDREN’S CLOTHING
Once Upon a Child Kids grow so fast! Why pay full price for their clothing and gear? Once Upon A Child is the perfect place to purchase top name-brand children’s clothing at up to 70% off of regular retail prices. Not only is this beloved business budget-friendly and eco-friendly, but they are also proudly locally owned and operated! (Voted Best Children’s Clothing Resale in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
1106 Harvey Rd, College Station | onceuponachild.com | 979.696.7161
Kid to Kid For almost 30 years, we’ve been paying families to recycle their great kids’ stuff. Each year Kid to Kid stores across the country buy and sell over 2 million items. That means real cash money into the pockets of families in our community–giving a new meaning to SHOP LOCAL! Even more importantly–it means families are saving millions of dollars by shopping at Kid to Kid.
910 N Earl Rudder Fwy, Ste 350, Bryan | kidtokid.com/bryan-college-station | 979.776.7004
| Carter’s 1505 University Dr E Ste 15, College Station carters.com | 979.260.0159 OshKosh B’gosh Paris Pink & Cowboy Blue Baby Boutique |
Sabi Boutique 520 University Dr E, College Station sabiboutique.com | 979.224.8595 Sweet Repeats Children’s & The Gift Box |
FINE JEWELRY
David Gardner’s Jewelers While working in the artistic community of Salado over 40 years ago, David developed a passion for designing jewelry and a vision for designs that simply do not exist. He has since been devoted to designing one-of-a-kind pieces that tell the unique story of the person wearing it. He is equally as dedicated to DG Signature Collections inspired by his life, love, and the events that have shaped him. (Voted Best Fine Jewelry in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
911 University Dr E, College Station | davidgardnersjewelers.com | 979.268.0800
David’s Jewelry and Coin Exchange We buy, sell and trade fine jewelry, diamonds, gold and silver bullion, collectible coins, Louis Vuitton bags and watches, including Rolex. We also have an on-site jeweler who repairs, appraises and engraves jewelry! Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, trade or if you need us to help appraise and settle your estate collectible coin or jewelry collection, we have 25 years of experience, are locally owned, and look forward to working with you.
522 University Dr. E, College Station | davidsjewelryandcoins.com | 979.846.2400
| Besco Custom Jewelers 2405 Texas Ave S Ste 300, College Station bescojewelers.com | 979.764.8558 Brazos Coin and Jewelry Christie’s Jewelers Faske’s Jewelry |
Fifth C Fine Jewelry 1716 Briarcrest Dr Ste 300, Bryan fifthcjewelry.com | 979.255.8388 James Avery Craftsman Montelongo’s Fine Jewelry The Jewelry Store Zales |
FLOORING
Aggieland Carpet One Home & Floor Aggieland Carpet One is unmatched in our selection and quality of cabinets and flooring (including carpet, tile and stone, mosaics, hardwood, area rugs, laminate, and vinyl). We are part of the largest cooperative of independent private dealerships in the world, and are ranked the seventh largest retailer in North America. This means you don’t compromise on quality or selection, ever. We pride ourselves on having the resources needed to help customers conveniently craft the most beautiful spaces in their homes. (Voted Best Flooring Retailer in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
4093 Hwy 6 S, College Station | aggielandcarpetone.com | 979.690.6766
Zwernemann Flooring Zwernemann Flooring has been helps BCS locals create a home (or business) space they love through their unrivaled customer service. This Aggie owned and operated business has the best team to guide you from idea to finished product on all of your home flooring, shower, backsplash, or new construction or remodel projects. Zwernemann flooring will help you make the best selections that add value, beauty, and durability to your home through quality product lines and expert installations. 1147 N Earl Rudder Fwy, Bryan | zfloors.net | 979.776.2800
| Brazos Valley Floor & Design 12850 Old Wellborn Rd Ste 300, College Station bvflooranddesign.com | 979.764.4084 Design Superstore Dollar Floor Store Faith Floors & More |
Home Outlet Bryan 1309 S Texas Ave, Bryan homeoutlet.com | 979.823.7385 Old Texas Wood Floors The Tile Place Viking Floor Supercenter |
FLORISTS
Tricia Barksdale Designs In a time where search engines drive our world, there are several things a virtual experience cannot deliver – a hug, a smiling face, a listening ear, and a prayer shared among friends. You will find that these are a few of the qualities that encompass Tricia Barksdale’s brand and personality. Taking beautiful flowers and turning them into an exquisite bouquet is not only a craft at Tricia Barksdale Designs, it is an art form. Tricia and her staff want people to experience the many joys that flowers can bring into their lives. They believe that flowers are a universal language, crossing all barriers. “They speak to us when words are lacking. Flowers help people express their emotions.” (Voted Best Florist in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022) College Station | triciabarksdale.com | 979.693.5387
Nan’s Blossom Shop Nan’s Blossom Shop is your local Bryan/College Station, Texas florist serving the area for over 65 years with a wide variety of fresh flowers, plants and gift baskets to suit any style or budget. We hope you enjoy your online shopping experience with secure 24-hour ordering right at your fingertips.
1105 S Texas Ave, Bryan | nansblossoms.com | 979.822.1658
Flawless Florals Flawless Florals is proud to serve the Bryan/College Station area since 2019. We offer daily and local deliveries in the Brazos Valley. We are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements backed by service that is friendly and prompt. Because all of our customers are important to us, we are dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. This is why we go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect. 305 N Parker Ave Ste 111, Bryan | flawlessfloralsbcs.com | 979.250.7869
Postoak Florist Postoak Florist proudly serves the College Station / Brazos Valley area. We are an Aggie owned and operated flower shop, established 1986. Our store is committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly. Because all of our customers are important, our professional staff is dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. That is why we always go the extra mile to make your floral gift perfect. Let Postoak Florist be your first choice for flowers. 900 Harvey Rd Ste 12, College Station | postoakflorist.com | 979.764.0091
| Affordable Florals affordablefloraltx.com 979.229.8582 Aggieland Flowers & Chocolates All Purpose Flower Angelle’s Floral LLC Brenham Floral Co. Brenham Wildflowers Busy Lil Bee Floral Carriage House Floral Design Garden Party by Green Teams Inc. La Petite Poesie |
Moosefeathers Florist Brenham moosefeathersflorist.com 979.219.1690 Nita’s Flowers, Inc. Petal Patch Florist Unforgettable Floral University Flowers Urban Rubbish Weddings Willow Lane Florals Wild Blue Iris Floral Design Ya Ya’s Floral & Specialty Shop |
FURNITURE RETAILERS
Dirt Road Rustics As one of the largest floor to ceiling show rooms boasting the most fashionable and updated styles of rustic home décor and furniture, Dirt Road Rustics has quickly become the inspiration for exquisite home interior design across the Brazos Valley and surrounding areas. Under the mantra, “We want to be in your home,” owner Veronica Fly, her daughter, Cheyenne Castilleja (Store Manager) and team provide an incredible customer experience. Veronica’s faith in God is no secret to her customers who are often drawn in by the peaceful atmosphere, and faith-based signs reflected around her store. It has become so much more than a store for the Fly family. They hold church life groups, make customers feel like family, and pray with anyone in need. They have vowed to use the store to share their faith in God.
11400 State Hwy 30 Ste 100, College Station | dirtroadrustics.com | 979.704.6393
(Voted Best Furniture Retailer & Home Decor in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
Star Furniture Star Furniture has been furnishing Texas homes for over 100 years now. We have furniture, rugs, accessories, custom draperies and more from the most trusted brands in the business. Great furniture is just the beginning of a great home. We offer complimentary in-store design service at all of our showrooms. Our designers can help you plan your home for the way you live, and will show you simple design tools to help get you started. 3400 E 29th St, Bryan | starfurniture.com | 979.776.4422
| A&M Furniture 2001 E Hwy 21 Ste 102, Bryan shopamfurniture.com 979.704.3030 Aaron’s Ashley HomeStore Ashley HomeStore Outlet Ambrose Furniture Works Amish Furniture for Generations At Home Buddy’s Home Furnishings Burr’s Unfinished Furniture Conn’s HomePlus Discount Furniture Shack |
Furniture Source International 14761 FM 2154, College Station furnituresourceintl.com/Retail 979.690.2917 Havertys Furniture HomeGoods Kirkland’s Old Bryan Marketplace Smart Buy Furniture Stevens Furniture & Appliance Stonecroft Marketplace The Specialty Stores at Furniture Row
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GIFT/ANTIQUE SHOPS
Bird’s Nest Gifts & Antiques We specialize in vintage finds and primitive antiques. We are a proud retailer of Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan and Iron Orchid Designs. We also carry some of our favorite new products that accent our funky antique style. We give the highest priority to our online customers and promise to ship within one business day of your purchase. Or, swing by the store and find that little treasure you didn’t even know you needed! (Voted Best Antique Shop in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022) 117 N Main St, Bryan | birdsnestgiftsandantiques.com | 979.704.6256
Rabbit Hole Antiques & The Attic Antiques Rabbit Hole was created in June 2017 by co-owners Jeff & Corye Sparks, but their relationship with Downtown Bryan goes way back. Jeff began his antique restoration business, Sparks Restoration Service, 35 years ago at The Attic Antiques, his parents’ shop located in Downtown Bryan. This business continues and thrives today within the walls of Rabbit Hole. When Jeff & Corye were married in 1989, their first home, an old building on Main Street, was located right in the heart of Downtown Bryan. 118 S. Bryan St., Bryan | rabbitholeantiques.com | 979.822.7830
| Bluebonnet Vintage Collectibles 214 E Washington Ave, Navasota facebook.com/bluebonnetvintagecollectibles 936.825.2405 Circle P Antiques & Collectibles Corner of Time Antiques & Collectibles Mall Country Blossoms Earthbound Trading Co. G and Me Antiques, Candles and Gifts The Gift Box Ivy Lane Antique & Gift Boutique Martha’s Bloomers Maroon U |
Mimosa Mercantile 212 S Echols, Caldwell mimosamercantile.com 979.567.1771 NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys Old Bryan Marketplace The Pomegranate Rockin’ M Designs Texas Aggieland Bookstore Under the Chandelier The Vintage Circle Vinyl & Gifts College Station Woman’s Cave |
MATTRESS RETAILERS
The Sleep Station As and Aggie owned small business and our most important goal is giving top notch, respectful service to our customers. Having dealt with all the major mattress brands, we pride ourselves on our product knowledge and we are very familiar with all of the products currently on the market which helps us to merchandise our stores to benefit the consumer. We are authorized dealers of some of the very best mattress and bedding products available. All products we carry are made in the USA and most of which are made in Texas. Most of our mattress lines can be used on adjustable ergonomic foundations which give you the ability to elevate the head and feet of your bed electrically. (Voted Best MATTRESS RETAILERS in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
thesleepstation.com
1731 Texas Avenue South, College Station | 979.696.1255
4461 State Highway 6, College station | 979.690.6016
| American Freight Furniture & Mattress 3125 S Texas Ave, Bryan americanfreight.com | 979.361.5400 BoxDrop B/CS Denver Mattress Mattress Firm |
Mattrezzz Guys 2668 Hwy 36 S, Brenham mattrezzzguys.com | 979.836.1010 Mattress Sleep Centers Relax the Back Sleep Number Star Furniture |
TOY STORES
Learning Express Toys of College Station Lively, fun, and teeming with playful learning opportunities, Learning Express Toys has been lighting up the faces of kids in the Brazos Valley for over four years. When husband and wife team Bridget and Isaac Mais decided to launch their “dream store” here in the Brazos Valley, they never imagined what an amazing response this community would have. “[At Learning Express Toys] we take careful consideration of our customer’s needs to provide high-quality toys, games, books, and more,” Bridget explains. “We hand pick every item in order to provide fun toys that are special, different, and will last for years to come.” Unlike the big box stores, Learning Express Toys’ inventory is hand-selected by Bridget and her team–ensuring that only quality, in-demand, and well-reviewed items make it on the shelves. (Voted Best Toy Store in The Best of the Brazos Valley 2022)
1505 University Dr E #130, College Station | learningexpress.com | 979.234.9000
| The Barnhill House Toys & Books 606 S Austin St, Brenham thebarnhillhouse.com 979.836.1817 Clockwork Games & Events Five Below GameStop Freedom Blvd, Ste 600, Bryan |
Game X Change 1800 Texas Ave S, Ste A, College Station gogamexchange.com 979.696.8500 Kid to Kid NerdVana Vintage Arcade & Toys |