Pros & cons
PROS
- One-stop for groceries, deli subs, pizza, ice cream, and fudge
- Stocked with firewood, propane exchange, bait, beer/wine, and souvenirs
CONS
- No indoor restroom; typically just an outdoor porta‑potty
- Gets crowded and tight inside during peak times
Overview
Grandma Faye's is the classic Hocking Hills supply stop—part convenience store, part deli, part souvenir trove. Open daily 8 AM–9 PM, it’s where hikers and cabin‑goers swing in for last‑minute groceries, hot food, and a sweet treat before or after the trails.
What You’ll Find
- Made‑to‑order subs, pizzas, daily lunch specials, and hand‑scooped ice cream, shakes, and homemade fudge.
- A surprisingly broad mix for a small shop: fresh‑cut steaks, fresh ground chuck, plus carryout beer and wine.
- Camping essentials—firewood (often touted as the area’s best prices), propane exchange, and 24‑hour bait service.
- Souvenirs galore: T‑shirts, candles, wind chimes, jewelry, toys, postcards, geodes, dream catchers, and more.
- Services like lotto and a wildlife agent counter.
Good to Know
- Restrooms: Expect only a porta‑potty outside. If you want running water, use the park restrooms at major trailheads; the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center is about a mile north.
- Space can feel tight, and lines build when only one or two registers are open.
- They take credit cards and have on‑site parking.
When It’s Best
- Weekdays or early (8–10 AM) are mellow; late‑morning to mid‑afternoon gets busier.
- Saturdays peak hard around early‑ to mid‑afternoon—plan quick in‑and‑outs or go early.
Who Will Love It
- Families and cabin groups topping off snacks and s’mores kits.
- Anglers and campers needing bait, propane, or firewood.
- Souvenir hunters who want a wide, fun selection without trekking into town.
Bottom Line
Not a full supermarket, but for trail fuel, hot deli items, and “forgot it at home” supplies, this place delivers—and the fudge and ice cream are easy wins.
Where it is
39.4397, -82.5566Grandma Faye’s Grocery & Carryout
Tips for Grandma Faye’s Grocery & Carryout
- 01Go before 10 AM or on weekdays to avoid the longest lines.
- 02Grab firewood here—prices are often highlighted as among the lowest nearby.
- 03Need licenses or bait? They’re a wildlife agent and offer 24‑hour bait service.
- 04No indoor restroom; use the park facilities at Old Man’s Cave about a mile north.
- 05They accept credit cards, and there’s on‑site parking for quick in‑and‑outs.
Amenities
Near Grandma Faye’s Grocery & Carryout
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