10AM - 6PM
128 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach“I'm a Hermosa Beach resident and I also have a villa in Kauai- Imagine my surprise to see these adorable bags in a shop here on the island from a HB business!! Great job Mixt Studio, I just had to purchase a few ;) The Hermosa Beach button is an added surprise that made me smile Kudos”
11AM - 7PM
6000 Sepulveda Blvd Culver City“I had a wonderful shopping experience here. The atmosphere of the store is so welcoming and the clerk was very helpful. There was a variety of power and inspirational attire to choose from, and I purchased a few items that were kindly shipped for me to Florida for Christmas.”
“perfect for anyone who adores high-end but understated items from Japan. everything from perfectly balanced tableware to hinoki room spray to Comme des Garcons perfume to 14k gold jewelry to metal garden shears that look like museum pieces. it's the perfect escape from the corporate american aesthetic. the staff are lovely and unhurried. take your time to browse and admire the many treasures.”
“I adore this shop! The owners are incredibly welcoming and will help you find the perfect gift for anyone on your list. This was my Mother's Day present and I couldn't be happier! It is absolutely my most favorite item EVER! A tapestry of PV by local artist Judy Adishian.”
“Love this boutique-! So many awesome designers and those special, one of a kind type pieces that are timeless & versatile. Kelly the owner is so sweet & the whole staff, Risë, Nina are all super helpful & great to shop & communicate with. Love being able to go into a small, high end boutique (even with a 1 year old & stroller! ), shop for sale finds & feel welcome by kind, honest ppl”
“Cute little shop in the riviera that has a diverse selection of home goods! Great for last minute bday gifts or treating yourself. The owner is so sweet too and truly appreciative of everyone who stops by and supports her shop.”
10:30AM - 8PM
1207 Ocean Front Walk, Venice“I love this shop, so many beautiful and unique indigenous items. The person working there (4/10/23) was so kind. I would have bought more had my luggage had any space left. I will cherish my two rings and the shirt for years to come. I will definitely come back next time I'm in LA.”
“This is a very fine , non-profit store. The staff is mostly volunteers and are extremely helpful. Most of the merchandise is hand-made...The vibe is very positive in this store. There is something for everyone...I bring friends here every chance I get. If you are in the Riveria Village, it's a must stop.”
“The storefront appears closed, but the sign says they're open. You will be greeted by two tiny dogs at the door and the kind shopkeeper comes to grant you entry. At first, it looks like a bunch of knickknacks and novelties. Then you'll see Coach, Kate Spade, LeSportSac, Kipling, jewelry, Japanese cosmetics, and other more luxurious items further inside. The shopkeeper is very friendly and seemed ecstatic to have a customer she could talk to in Japanese and broken English. (Because of the pandemic, I figured times are hard for the elderly...and so why not support a small business?) I bought lemon manuka honey drops, "magical lips" lipstick/lipstain, almond brittle popcorn, and some neat coffee sticks that Whoopi Goldberg raved about back in the day. Everything is dangerously delicious! This Magical Lips stuff is life-changing! It lasts nearly all day and doesn't rub off from wearing a mask just like the shopkeeper said! I had to return and buy more to give to friends! I want to try the other things she has for sale since I'm already having a good experience with her products. Unfortunately, the two adorable little pups at the door are not for sale.”
“I recently discovered about this shop. and it's great. Lovely tiny gifts, including the nicest cards and mugs and elegant soaps. From now on, I'll be coming here. I believe the owner is the lady that works there because she was so extraordinarily lovely.”
“I LOVE this metaphysical gift store store, they are really hard to find these days. Everything from incense to candles to fun socks, jewelry, stones, you name it, they probably have it. The worker was very sweet too. I'll be back! ”
“I came here on a whim, and I saw they had the Mean Girls bag clips where it’s a surprise what character you’re going to get. I really wanted Regina George, but most of all, I wanted Damien saying, “She doesn’t even go here!” Claudia, who is a Mean Girls fan and works here, went out of her way to help me pick my characters. I did not get Damien which I really wanted, so Claudia bought a couple of Mean Girls clips for herself, got Damien, and was willing to trade!!! I’ve never had such amazing customer service like this in a very long time! Claudia, you are amazing!!!”
“This store has so many great items to choose from. I dropped by last week to find a gift to bring for our hosts for Thanksgiving dinner. The sweetest friendliest service and they gift wrap!”
“Gosh I love these Terranea shops!! Between Pointe Discovery and Marea I could spend hours shopping. Such unique items. They don't overprice their items, for example JellyCat is sold at both Marea and Pointe Discovery. Most tourist shops at resorts would up charge $10-$20. Not Terranea. Same price as you would spend online to order some of these adorable toys. My kids go nuts when I ask if they want to walk around and shop at Terranea. They have such a great time. Mainly because Krystal is always so so sweet - and I love her style! Her outfits are always so on brand with the resort. So stylish. Lilly is also amazing and so sweet! I've seen a couple grumpy folks shopping in my many times visiting these boutiques and Lilly and Krystal are always so patient and kind... Terranea is lucky to have them!”
“Coming here felt like I was walking into the past in the best possible way. It feels like how shops used to be 20 years ago, with tropical vibes. I fell in love and will be bringing all my friends here”
“So happy to have found a gem and Crystal store in my neighborhood the area I live at and I didn't have to go far out by the beach I was really happy about it beautiful spot lots of cool crystals”
“Checked out Huckleberry's Pen simply because of yelp reviews of Boomer. Just moved in the area. Boomer is amazing. Knows his stuff and honest on price with quality. Told him the flavor profile I was looking for in a cigar and enjoying it now. It tastes great and price is very good for quality. I highly recommend for new cigar smokers to even veteran I am in between and will recommend to anyone. Great selection and better owner. Cheers to a well tan business”
11AM - 7PM
1316 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice“I have lived in Venice over 30 years and think this is the NICEST store on Abbott Kinney, with unique gifts, clothing, toys, home decor and of course candy and chocolates imported from Scandinavia. It is a delightful space, with friendly service. Everyone there is always smiling and their happy vibe is contagious. Awesome!”
“Make this your permanent gift shop. Absolutely charming. Books. Home Goods. Toys. Linens. Cards. The most well curated and appointed gift shop I have seen. It has a worldly flair but one can see the heart of Paris and parts of Europe that you would only get if you traveled. Gifts for yourself and others of all ages. Everything has a meaning. It's not far from LA. It's worth the time. Enjoy Malaga. Get a coffee. Say hi to a few people. Look at the ocean. And enjoy this shop of wonders for all ages.”
“I love this place so much! Cool anime items you can buy! Friendly staff! And you got japanese and bts and etc stuff! Bit small but still a welcoming place, i go here at least every week like 3-5 times, you’ll see me with my friends!”
11AM - 5PM
2413 Main St, Santa Monica“Though it's small, I found the space delightful and tastefully curated. Interesting coffee table books, instruments, home decor, painted sculptures, jewelry, and so much more. Great place to find something artistic, creative, and unique.”
“We LOVE Gum Tree. The cafe is outstanding. Excellent, healthy, fresh, and always tasty bites. Coffee, espresso, chai, teas made to perfection. The baristas are sweet, cool and service is on point. Lori and hubby are awesome. Great patio to take in passersby. Local, non bougie. We love bringing our out of town friends/family and when they return Gum Tree is first on the list to revisit. That is not only because they love the cafe but because the shop is soooo wonderful. So many beautiful things. So beautifully curated. It feels good the moment you walk in. We always find the perfect gifts for any conceivable occasion.The jewelry is stunning. The home goods....!! Every year a new ornament, or two, for the tree. I love poking through even if I don't need anything.Looking forward to the Tree lighting in Manhattan Beach tonight and stopping into the MB shop (haven't been by yet) for some holiday cheer.Good on ya'”
10:30AM - 6PM
1409 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice“this shop NEVER misses. the buyer(s) consistently deserve a raise. i've never been to a shop that's curated better than Burro, and i've lived in the area for 5+ years. big fan, best gifts.”
“Excellent card shop, friendly staff and even friendly customers, one card trader gave my little 4 year old son his first ever cards...Michael Jordan card worth $400, Steph Curry and Lebron inserts as well. Made our day :)”
9:30AM - 7:30PM
12620 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne“I love this Smoke Shop it's the best I ever been to and I been to a lot of them. It's going about 6 almost when I moved into the neighborhood and it was the first smoke shop I could find and it's been my only smoke shop since. Great service and selection always. Plus I get treated like a king ?. The best place for in and service and always great prices.”
“The shop is very quaint and artsy. Lots of ocean-themed items reminiscent of coastal New England gift shops. We bought a small ceramic for a good price, and the lady who rung us up was very polite. Thank you Lady”
“We love this local small business! The owners are kind, affirming, funny, and feel like friends. Their store is at the top of our recommendations list to any neighbors or those visiting the area as a must visit.”