The Old 300 Mercantile

The Old 300 Mercantile Where Texas history meets local hospitality!

Steeped in community tradition, we are your go-to destination for unique retail finds, everyday essentials, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

🍎✏️ **WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL, ISD EMPLOYEES!** ✏️🍎Hey y'all! The kids are officially back in the classroom, and we want ...
08/11/2026

🍎✏️ **WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL, ISD EMPLOYEES!** ✏️🍎

Hey y'all! The kids are officially back in the classroom, and we want to show some serious love and appreciation to the amazing folks who take care of our kiddos all year long!

If you work for a school district, this week is all about YOU here at the Mercantile!

# # # πŸ’Ž **WIN A FREE DIAMOND ART PRODUCT!**
To show our appreciation, from now through Friday, August 14th, ANY ISD employee who comes in and makes a purchase will be entered into a special drawing! You could win your choice of ANY Diamond art product crafted by the incredibly talented ** CLC Services **! We will be doing the drawing this Friday at 6:00 PM, so come get your name in the hat!

# # # πŸ›οΈ **25% OFF FOR Ezzell ISD & Sweet Home ISD :**
But wait, it gets even better! All Ezzell ISD and Sweet Home ISD employees will also receive **25% OFF** their purchases in the store as a huge thank you for everything you do!

# # # 🎁 **A SPECIAL SURPRISE IS COMING...**
Ezzell ISD, you might want to pay close attention... The Old 300 Mercantile has a little extra surprise in store just for you! We have a special present coming your way this Thursday, and we are so excited to share it.

# # # πŸ—£οΈ **HELP US BEAT THE ALGORITHM!**
Let's have a little fun in the comments today! **Drop a comment below and tell us:** Do you know what the Thursday surprise is?? πŸ€” Drop your absolute best guesses below!

Thank you all for taking care of our kiddos, and we can't wait to see y'all this week! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

πŸ½οΈπŸ” **SUPPER IS PLANNED! CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S MENU!** πŸ”πŸ½οΈHey y'all! Let's talk about supper! We have some amazing food ...
08/11/2026

πŸ½οΈπŸ” **SUPPER IS PLANNED! CHECK OUT THIS WEEK'S MENU!** πŸ”πŸ½οΈ

Hey y'all! Let's talk about supper! We have some amazing food trucks lined up for y'all this week, but we also have some empty spots we need your help filling!

Here is what our Supper Weekly Menu looks like right now:

# # # πŸ—“οΈ **THIS WEEK'S FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE:**
* **Tuesday (TODAY):** Just a quick heads-upβ€” TJ’s Hibachi Fusion is *not* here today, but get your tastebuds ready because they WILL be here next Tuesday!
* **Wednesday:** ** The Rusty Spur FT ** is rolling in tomorrow bringing all of your absolute favorites!
* **Thursday:** ** Big Back Food Co. ** will be here bringing those tantalizing tastes that get us all excited!

# # # 🚨 **WE NEED YOUR HELP TO FILL THE SCHEDULE!**
We have supper planned for at least two days this week, but you can help us make that happen a whole lot more often!

Monday is already gone, but next Monday is OPEN! We also have open spots for this coming Friday and Saturday!

**Here is what we need you to do:**
1. **Drop a comment below** and tag your absolute favorite local food trucks!
2. Tell them we have openings on these amazing days and that YOU would love to see them parked right here at the Mercantile.

Honestly y'all, they need your word and your support, not just mine! Let's get these trucks booked so you don't have to cook! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

πŸ”₯πŸ₯¨ **SAVORY SNACK ALERT! NEW TREATS FROM LB ARE HERE!** πŸ₯¨πŸ”₯Hey y'all! Lisa Berckenhoff Catering  (LB) has been incredibly...
08/11/2026

πŸ”₯πŸ₯¨ **SAVORY SNACK ALERT! NEW TREATS FROM LB ARE HERE!** πŸ₯¨πŸ”₯

Hey y'all! Lisa Berckenhoff Catering (LB) has been incredibly busy, and she just dropped off a massive lineup of super savory, delicious treats to stock the shelves here at the Mercantile!

I am personally snacking on her Parmesan Garlic saltine crackers right now, and let me tell you from experienceβ€”these things are absolutely DIVINE!

# # # 🀀 **CHECK OUT THIS INCREDIBLE LINEUP:**
Whether you want a mild crunch or a serious kick of heat, LB has you covered:
* **The Crackers:** Firecracker Saltines, Parmesan Garlic Saltines, and Parmesan Garlic Oyster Crackers!
* **The Pretzels:** JalapeΓ±o Ranch, Garlic Ranch, and her famous Matchstick Pretzels *(Warning: These will light you on fire just like the name says! πŸ”₯)*
* **The Peanuts:** Spicy Ranch, Spicy Cajun, Mango Pepper, and Sweet & Spicy!
* **The Almonds & Mixes:** Roasted Garlic Almonds, Moroccan Spiced Almonds, and classic Texas Trash!

# # # πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ **HURRY ON DOWN!**
We will be here all afternoon, so hurry on down to the Mercantile and get yourself some of these delicious snacks from Lisa before they disappear!

See y'all soon! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

πŸš§πŸ”¨ **BIG PROGRESS at The Old 300 Mercantile  !** πŸ”¨πŸš§Hey y'all! If you’ve noticed some serious construction happening late...
08/10/2026

πŸš§πŸ”¨ **BIG PROGRESS at The Old 300 Mercantile !** πŸ”¨πŸš§

Hey y'all! If you’ve noticed some serious construction happening lately, it’s because Stewart has been working his absolute butt off! πŸ˜…

He has been framing out new interior walls, placing them exactly where they are supposed to be, and getting everything completely prepared for the next crucial phase: electricity! ⚑

# # # β„οΈπŸ³ **BUILDING OUR DREAMSPACE** πŸ₯©πŸ›οΈ
This hard work is paving the way for some incredible new additions we have only dreamed of:
* **Central AC** (hallelujah! ❄️)
* A full **commercial kitchen** to cook up fresh local goodness 🍳
* A massive **walk-in refrigerator and freezer room** πŸ₯©
* And... a brand-new space for our **next showroom**! πŸ›οΈ

This is incredibly exciting progress, and we are so proud of the work being put in!

# # # πŸ—£οΈ **HELP US BEAT THE FACEBOOK ALGORITHM!**
To help us beat the Facebook algorithm... chat with us! What are you counting down the days for: The first time you walk in with central AC on a Texas summer day, or the first time you get fresh food cooked in our commercial kitchen? πŸ€”

**Tell us what you are *most* excited for in the comments below,** and tag a friend you’re bringing with you to check out the expansion! πŸ‘‡

Stay tuned for more exciting updates as the transformation continues. We can’t wait for what comes next!

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

08/09/2026

Drawing the winner of the $50 mercantile money!!

πŸŽ‰πŸ’Έ **WE ARE OPEN LATE! WIN $50 IN MERCANTILE MONEY TONIGHT!** πŸ’ΈπŸŽ‰Hey y'all! The weekend fun is still going strong! We are...
08/08/2026

πŸŽ‰πŸ’Έ **WE ARE OPEN LATE! WIN $50 IN MERCANTILE MONEY TONIGHT!** πŸ’ΈπŸŽ‰

Hey y'all! The weekend fun is still going strong! We are keeping the doors open until 9:00 PM tonight, so you still have plenty of time to come see us!

# # # πŸ’° **HOW TO WIN $50:**
Our huge Mercantile Money contest is officially running until **8:45 PM tonight**! Every single purchase you make between now and then gets you entered into the drawing to win **$50**! That is $50 free and clear to turn right back around and spend on all your favorite goodies and vendor creations right here in the store!

# # # πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ **COME ON DOWN!**
Whether you need to grab a quick sweet treat, find a unique gift, or just want to browse our amazing vendor booths this evening, we are here for you!

Come on down, shop around, and get your chances in the drawing! See y'all tonight! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

🚧✨ **PARDON OUR DUST, Y'ALL! BIG CHANGES ARE BREWING!** ✨🚧Hey y'all! You know what they sayβ€”you have to make a little me...
08/08/2026

🚧✨ **PARDON OUR DUST, Y'ALL! BIG CHANGES ARE BREWING!** ✨🚧

Hey y'all! You know what they sayβ€”you have to make a little mess to build something incredible! We are making some serious headway right here at The Old 300 Mercantile, and we just had to share a sneak peek of the progress.

The new framing is officially going up along the walls, the dust is flying, and we are working hard to bring y'all even more amazing things!

# # # πŸ€” **WE NEED YOUR GUESSES!**
To help us beat the Facebook algorithm so everyone sees our exciting updates, we need y'all to chat with us! Take a good look at that brand-new framed-out space and that gorgeous view out the back... what do y'all think this new area is going to be used for?

**Drop your absolute best guesses in the comments below**, and be sure to tag a friend to see if they can figure it out! πŸ‘‡

Stay tuned for more updates as the transformation continues. We cannot wait to show you the final result! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

πŸŒ™βœ¨ **WE ARE KEEPING THE LIGHTS ON LATE TONIGHT!** βœ¨πŸŒ™Hey y'all! The weekend vibes are going strong, and we are not quite ...
08/08/2026

πŸŒ™βœ¨ **WE ARE KEEPING THE LIGHTS ON LATE TONIGHT!** βœ¨πŸŒ™

Hey y'all! The weekend vibes are going strong, and we are not quite ready to call it a day just yet! The Old 300 Mercantile is officially **OPEN UNTIL 9:00 PM** tonight!

Whether you need to grab a last-minute gift, restock your favorite local treats, or just want to get out of the house and browse our amazing vendors under the evening lights, we are here for you all evening long!

# # # πŸ‘‡ **WE NEED YOUR HELP TO BEAT THE ALGORITHM!** πŸ‘‡
You know how Facebook can be hiding posts these days, so do us a massive favor to help spread the word to our community!
* πŸ‘―β€β™€οΈ **TAG** your favorite evening shopping buddy in the comments below!
* πŸ’¬ **TELL US:** What is the first section of the shop you are heading to when you walk through our doors tonight?

Grab your friends, come on down, and let's have a great evening! We can't wait to see y'all tonight! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

β˜€οΈπŸ‹ **BEAT THE HEAT WITH A SUMMERTIME CLASSIC!** πŸ‹β˜€οΈWhew, it is absolutely blazing out there today, y'all! I am currentl...
08/08/2026

β˜€οΈπŸ‹ **BEAT THE HEAT WITH A SUMMERTIME CLASSIC!** πŸ‹β˜€οΈ

Whew, it is absolutely blazing out there today, y'all! I am currently taking a much-needed break to cool down with an ice-cold bottle of **Haizen Fresh Squeezed Lemonade**!

# # # πŸ’› **MADE WITH LOVE:**
Did y'all know that one of the sweet Grannys behind Granny's Kitchen is at the absolute heart of this perfect summertime refresher? It hits the spot every single time, and you can truly taste the love in every sip.

# # # πŸ“ **WHERE TO GRAB YOURS:**
If you need to quench your thirst and survive this heat wave, you have to get your hands on one of these! You can find this delicious Haizen Lemonade right here at The Old 300 Mercantile , as well as over at **Granny's Kitchen** and ** SANDY’s Wingz & Thingz **!

Come grab a bottle, take a break, and stay cool out there! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

🚧✨ **DUST IS FLYING & CHANGE IS IN THE AIR!** ✨🚧Hey y'all! You know what they sayβ€”you have to make a little mess to crea...
08/08/2026

🚧✨ **DUST IS FLYING & CHANGE IS IN THE AIR!** ✨🚧

Hey y'all! You know what they sayβ€”you have to make a little mess to create something beautiful! We are hard at work making some major progress right here at The Old 300 Mercantile, and big things are definitely happening! πŸŒͺοΈπŸ› οΈ

We are framing out some brand-new spaces to get ready for our next huge chapter. Just take a peek at that beautiful Texas view looking out the new doorway! β˜€οΈ

# # # πŸ€” **WE NEED YOUR GUESSES!**
To help us beat the Facebook algorithm so everyone sees our exciting updates, we need y'all to chat with us! What do y'all think this brand-new framed-out area is going to be used for?

**Drop your absolute best guesses in the comments below**, and be sure to tag a friend to see if they can figure it out! πŸ‘‡

Stay tuned for more updates as the transformation continues. We cannot wait to show you what we are building! πŸ‘‹πŸ€ 

πŸ“ **Where to find us:** The Old 300 Mercantile | 5959 County Road 12 *(Directly across from Ezzell School)*

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5959 CR 12
Hallettsville, TX
77964

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm

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+13615826068

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