Great service and great fudge in many flavors!…read more Lots of remembrance, Christmas, pet, Knick knacks, and clothes for the beach.

My mother and I visited Elly's today while shopping, and she found two dresses she really liked…read more Both had purple dots on the price tags, so we asked a sales associate what the dots meant. She wasn't sure, went to ask someone, and came back saying the "boss" told her the items were not on sale. My mother decided she didn't want the dresses, but I knew she really liked them. I took them to the register and asked the cashier to scan them. Both items rang up at 50% off. Thinking it might be a mistake, I asked her to scan them again, and once again they rang up at half price. When I told my mother they were 50% off, another associate, Dee, abruptly interrupted and said, "No, they are not. Nothing is on sale." Even the cashier seemed surprised and commented that purple dots usually indicated sale items. Dee then said she would get the manager. When Susan, the manager, arrived, we politely asked to speak with her to the side. In a very cold, monotone manner, she told us nothing in the store was on sale and that the purple dot simply identified an internet item. I asked why the register was applying a 50% discount and why the cashier believed the purple dots indicated a sale. Her response was that the sale rack outside also had purple-dot tags. If that's the case, it's incredibly confusing and misleading for customers. I then asked if they would honor the price that was scanning at the register. Susan showed no concern whatsoever and simply said that someone would buy the items at full price and that they "might go on sale in August." The irony is...it is August. Before leaving, I asked Dee for her name and confirmed the manager's name, Susan, because I knew I wanted to share this experience. The store itself is beautiful, and the prices are what I would expect for a beach boutique. Unfortunately, customer service can make or break a shopping experience, and ours was disappointing. One of the other sales associates even apologized to me for how we had been treated. When I told her she had been wonderful and that my concern was with the manager's attitude, she quietly replied that Susan is "like that with everyone." That was disappointing to hear. I'm sure someone will eventually purchase those dresses, but after the rudeness and lack of customer care we experienced from the management at Elly's, I won't be back.

We found The Frosty Flounder while vacationing near Emerald Isle, and it ended up being one of the…read morebest parts of our trip. After a long day at the beach, having Karen stop by with The Frosty Flounder ice cream truck was the perfect way to unwind. The ice cream was delicious, just the right size, and refreshing.  The customer service was friendly and welcoming--exactly the kind of local charm you hope to find on the Crystal Coast. What really impressed us was learning that The Frosty Flounder also offers ice cream catering for events in Emerald Isle and the surrounding Crystal Coast area. This would be an amazing option for weddings, birthday parties, family reunions, neighborhood gatherings, or even vacation rental welcome events. The truck itself is fun and eye-catching, and having it come to you makes hosting effortless. If you're visiting Emerald Isle and searching for a great ice cream experience near the beach, or if you're a local looking for ice cream catering near Emerald Isle, NC, I can't recommend The Frosty Flounder enough. It's a unique, crowd-pleasing experience that both kids and adults will love. We'll absolutely be booking them the next time we host an event at the coast!

What a cute and convenient kids boutique in Atlantic Beach. If you are looking for cute, soft and…read moretimeless items Zazzy Kids has a great variety. I came in with my daughter to walk around while we waited for the boat to be ready, she left with the ocean theme Little Sleepie pajama. The store is spacious and well maintained, if you forget something for your little one while you are on your trip, they probably will have what you need.

Staff are always so helpful. Large selection of balloons, party themes, and costumes.read more

Best selection of party supplies! My absolute #1 recommendation in the area. Lovely staff who know…read morejust how to help make your event extra special. and the balloons are phenomenal!

Beautiful plants! Wonderful place to go to imagine your own garden oasis. I like the fact that it…read moreis truly a local business.

Love this nursery! Such a great selection of house plants nice and healthy and hearty. What we've…read morebought so far has done well in my house! Great prices and the service seems to be pretty good. I just really liked their houseplant selection a lot!!

Choose from fresh vegetables, beautiful cut flowers, a multitude of baked and canned goods, cute…read morecrafts and so much more. Although not on the main drag (Arendell) it is only a block away and not far from the excitement of downtown Morehead City. It is even the oldest curb market in NC and operated by the Carteret County Extension & Community Association

This shop is so cute and has beautiful items! I stopped in with my boyfriend last week while on…read morevacation. The jewelry was very reasonably priced and high quality. While I was browsing, the owner was so helpful and made a point of talking to us. I will definitely stop by next time I am in the area!

This well stocked little store has some very unique items. It is my favorite store in the Beaufort…read morearea. The owner was friendly and helpful and had so many items that were not in the other stores. I purchased a nice purse and later saw the same brand in several other stores. The one I purchased here was a better style and cheaper than all the other stores. I purchased some other items as well and was tempted by many other items in the store. If I come back to Beaufort, I will hit this store first!!!

George has an amazing shop with cigars from all over the world. George is an ex Marine, and he's a…read moregreat guy. Definitely a good store in the Emerald Ise area.

Needed cigars for a retirement party. Had no clue. Had gotten some info from my brother and went…read morein for help. Can't find my note for his name but a young handsome man helped me. Answered all my questions. Explained everything so I could understand and was so kind. I ended up with three cigars. Two for my friend and had to get my brother one for his help. The shop is interesting and I would like to go back one day and really look around for future gifts. The shop is clean and the people friendly. I like that they smoke outside on the patio and not in a room where I buy the product. Not sure how much cigars cost but from what my brother told me I feel the price was reasonable. June 2024