Shopping & Entertainment
Within Dearborn is the Waterloo Wholesale Club and National Sports Outlet, this makes all of your shopping trips close to home! If you go South along Weber Street, you will also find a Goodlife Fitness Waterloo; this location offers 24-hour access to its gym and Saunas making it convenient for working out on your schedule. Southwest along University Avenue West are several ethnic grocery stores including: India Food and Grocery and Waterloo Central Supermarket for residents who are looking to expand their culinary horizons.
Located Directly North is the Conestoga Mall shopping centre which offers a vast assortment of shops to explore and a Galaxy Cinemas location. In this area, there are several stores for residents to peruse including a Bouclair Home, Homesense, Best Buy, Home Depot and Payless Furniture. Across the street on Conestogo Road is Flag Raiders Indoor Paintball and The Zone Training Waterloo, a hockey development centre. With so much right next door you’ll never have a dull moment!
Located at Northfield Drive West and Weber Street North, you will find a newly developed shopping centre that includes a 24-hour Fit4Less, Pet Value and Sobeys Northfield location. Waterloo’s Crunch Fitness location is located just South of the plaza for fitness enthusiasts that are looking for a more expert set of equipment.
A major benefit to living in Dearborn is its proximity to St. Jacobs; a quaint settlement just North of Waterloo that is famous for its weekly Farmers Market. St. Jacobs is home to unique shops and attractions not found anywhere else in the City of Waterloo. St. Jacobs offers visitors a collection of local shops that have roots stretching back into the history of the region.
The Farmers’ Market is a weekly event held year-round. It attracts attendees from all around Ontario looking to experience a wide variety of local vendors. Famous for its farm to table selections the Farmers’ market will check off everything on your menu and then some! Family-friendly attractions will allow you to take in the beautiful country scenery with attractions like horse-drawn carriages, train rides and petting zoos, the Farmers’ Market goes beyond produce to ensure any trip to St. Jacobs will be memorable and full of laughs.
St. Jacobs Market District hosts several brand name outlet stores for you to visit and discovers savings just up the street from your front door! Levis, Lego, Tootsies and Trends For Men are just a small collection of outlets waiting for you to explore! All of this is located just a short drive away from your front door, there’s never a dull moment when you live in Dearborn!
Gina’s Closet is well known throughout the region as a wedding reseller that donates 100% of its proceeds to Cancer Charities. Angel Treasures is perfect for landscapers looking for divinity inspired pieces that go well with any design. For those interested in pieces with a history behind them, Artefacts Salvage & Design has been servicing the community for 30 years repurposing eclectic architectural pieces.
The Mennonite Story allows visitors to learn more about Mennonite history through a multimedia centre; a visit to this centre can deepen your experience when taking in the Mennonite culture. The St. Jacobs Country Playhouse is known for the award-winning plays performed by the Drayton Theater Company. It’s known throughout the region for its amazing performances; you can experience Canadian theatre close to home.
Restaurants & Food Services
Dearborn is located within a short distance of unique restaurants, living in Dearborn there’s never an end to the wide variety of food from which you can choose! Wildcraft Grill + Long Bar serves delicious food that has been a luxury staple in the region for more than 10 years. It’s great for a special event or just to grab drinks.
99 Sushi is newly renovated with a wide selection of Japanese food, friendly staff and they offer a discount for individuals paying with cash. Great for a special night out or hosting a party, it offers space for large groups, the last call for orders is 9:30. Getting your sushi on has never been so convenient!
East Side Mario’s is conveniently located within the Dearborn neighbourhood; the location is popularly known for its friendly and fast-paced staff, family atmosphere and excellent take on Italian cuisine.
Busan Korean BBQ is great for BBQ lovers looking for a new spin on an old favourite! A fun experience with great food Busan provides a different approach allowing you to grill an assortment of meats and sides right at your table.
Ennio’s Pasta House has been supplying the Waterloo area with authentic Italian cuisine for more than 10 years! Ennio’s pasta house offers Italian cuisine that will have you coming back for more. Morty’s Pub is great to drop in for a drink with friends. Morty’s is best known for its wings that attract connoisseurs from all around the region.
HealthCare
Waterloo Walk-In Clinic and Spruce Medical Walk-in Clinic & Family Practice are located within a short distance of Dearborn. Waterloo Sports Medicine Centre, found at the intersection of University Avenue and Weber Street, has been servicing Kitchener-Waterloo’s active community for 32 years; they specialize in physiotherapy, massage therapy, and naturopathic medicine.