Thomas Mercantile

11/02/2026

Anybody in the mood for pumpkin rolls with cream cheese from Wild Hart & Herb in Oxford? It’s the right time of year, and you can’t beat the baker’s skills. Available now. Buy them Thomas Mercantile. Your taste buds will thank you.

11/02/2026

Robert of Blue Knight Knives in Idaho Falls has restocked Thomas Mercantile in Swan Lake. We have a bowie knife with a flag handle (the perfect gift for someone this year; we’ll throw in the hat), railroad spike knives, a tomahawk and an axe, and a variety of stainless knives. Robert was Forged in Fire champion for Damascus 500. His weapons hold their edge and sharpen nicely. All come with sheaths.

10/31/2026

10/29/2026

Thomas Mercantile has many tasty homemade offerings for this Thursday. Try Justin Kay’s quiche with bell peppers, bacon, and cheese; Wild Hart & Herb’s sourdough bread made with Kamut flour or cinnamon rolls; or in-house baked small pumpkin cream pies or the French pastry Kouign-Amann.

We have our full spread of cookies, as well. The chocolate chip cookies have just a hint of salt and chocolate crumbs in the dough. The oatmeal raisin is decadent, with lots of butter. Other options include three flavors of sugar cookie, and snickerdoodle, ginger, and shortbread. You can also Paint Your Own cookie by KelliCo Idaho Bakery or get an Idaho Swan.

Our homemade soups today are Creamy Tomato (a grown-up tomato soup) and Zuppa Toscana (Henderson Hogs sausage and local potatoes).

10/28/2026

Jumpin High Nubian Dairy Goats sells raw goat milk and raw goat milk products—such as ice cream, chèvre (cheese), and cajeta (caramel)—at Thomas Mercantile in Swan Lake. If you would like some goat milk yogurt, drop us a line!

10/26/2026

For Monday, Oct. 26, Thomas Mercantile in Swan Lake has a grown-up tomato soup on the menu. If you like tomato soup, you will be a happy camper, whether you eat it with crackers or with a grilled cheese sandwich. We can also send you home with some for the family or spouse.

Add an avocado (perfectly ripe) to anything for $1.

We have a bit of French Dip left. Get a sandwich and small side for $8.

We use local food from local farmers, ranchers, gardeners, and bakers as much as possible. Support local. Eat healthier. Save fuel.

10/26/2026

Bring in something you checked out from the library and get a FREE treat!

The Bookmobile is hitting the road and will be in Swan Lake at Thomas Mercantile today from 2-5 pm. Head over and grab some great reads!

10/26/2026

Here is the latest menu from Thomas Mercantile in Swan Lake.

On Nov. 2, our soup is Creamy Tomato. Eat in or take some home. Get a French Dip Sandwich with a small side for $8.

If you want something warm to drink, try tea, chai latte, cappuccino, coffee, hot c***r, or hot chocolate. On the cold side, try a smoothie, Italian soda, or milk shake.

If you are in the mood for something different, have breakfast for dinner or get a mushroom Swiss burger.

10/24/2026

Come on over to Thomas Mercantile today for a taste of Jumpin High Nubian Dairy Goats’ fabulous horseradish and mustard sauce made with raw goat milk. You can also get goat milk lotions and soaps. We’ve been stocked with Halloween themed earrings and you can order a pumpkin pie chai latte or tea or hot chocolate or hot c***r.

Bring the children! We have coloring sheets for different ages. We’ll hang them on the windows. The best ones qualify for a prize on Halloween. We also have tiny pumpkins to paint. The activities are free! 🎃

10/23/2026

Do you have memories of using or hearing stories about family using the railroads around here for transportation and shipping? Please share!