I have been shopping at Kiko + Sven for the past several years. It was one of the first stores I…read morelearned about when I went to the very first Adams Avenue Spirit Stroll, which is a local, annual sip and shop event. I then went back to do a little holiday shopping, and have been back many times since. I am also happy that the shop continues to host a spirt stop on the stroll. Kiko + Sven is a tiny shop with a lot of cute items. Some appear handmade and other are just cute or unique. They probably have more jewelry than anything. It is mostly dainty gold and silver, some with long beads and some made from clay. They have a back wall that is full of greeting cards, and a section of toddler and baby items. There are usually quite a few candles and soaps, and a small amount of cocktail/cooking supplies. All of it calls out to me... and makes me want to spend money. They also have a rack of clothing in the shop, and usually a sale rack outside. I have bought a couple of tops and a cute shawl there in the past, but since the selection is so small, I often don't find any clothing that either is my size or style. I think it is a great shop to browse and find something unecspected. As it is very small, the times I went looking for something more specific for gifts, it has been a bit hit or miss. Their stock varies over time and you may or may not luck out. All in all, if you are shopping or eating on Adams, go check it out. It's really fun to browse and you may find something you like. Also, they will make you an account so you can put your phone number in for discounts without any coupons or solicitaitons.

I truly love this little shop in normal heights. It's a hidden gem and I love going there to find…read moreunique gifts. There is a little something for everyone. I always look forward to going in there to see what they have. Also the service is always helpful and can answer any questions you may have. They also support local artists and there always new items to see when you go in. Also if you are a plant lover they have unique ones as well as pots too.

We would absolutely recommend Native Poppy to anyone looking for flowers for their upcoming wedding…read moreor event! The ordering process was so transparent and the communication with the wedding manager Devon was detailed and clear. Devon worked with us and made recommendations to fit within our budget. Our flowers showed up on time and were set up ahead of schedule. The flowers themselves were stunning. They looked so fresh! Many of our guests told us they were the most beautiful wedding flowers they'd ever seen, and our friends from Seattle said they were even prettier than the famous flowers at Pike Place Market. The team at Native Poppy is amazing!!!

I live in Portland now, but my family is still in San Diego and I wanted to send my mom flowers. I…read morefound Native Poppy online and I'm so glad that I did. The prices were SO AFFORDABLE in the world of flowers, $47 for the bouquet + $10 delivery. That is not bad at all, and then on top of that, the quality was beautiful. I will be using them again in the future!!

Glad to see this shop is still in business. It had been years since I had been, and happened upon…read moreit during an art walk. It's a little shop but has a lot of cool masks, day of the dead pieces, sugar skull art and more. My friend found a cool pair of snake earrings there, and I picked up a shoulder bag and mask for myself. Lots of items from small to more elaborate. A little bit of everything to choose from. Use your yelp check in and get 15 percent off your order (which I realized after I had left *sigh*) I was given 5.00 off my next order as well. I would recommend, if only just to look.

EVERY day is Day of the Dead at Back from Tomboctou…read more Really though, it's a charming shop of Mexican folk arts and antiquities. Heavy emphasis on the skulls. Heavy emphasis on really beautiful stuff. Makes me wish I was Catholic. Not in the Vatican/catechisms kind of way. More in the ancestor-worshipping kind of way. They bring gorgeous artisanal materials from various regions in the south, and they really get a lot of great stuff. My living space is getting progressively more Mexican despite my best efforts to avoid buying more. They also do workshops in the fall to make sugar skulls, pinatas, and those papel picado (paper cut banners) as well as paper mache skulls. Super cool. Wish I had an 8 year-old to drag with me. Kind of like Vintage Religion on 30th, except this place is more specialized, more quaint, and though I like Vintage Religion, I just like Back from Tomboctou better.

Great little flower and gift shop located in the heart of Kensington. The flowers are always fresh…read moreand high quality. The customer service was great and the staff is always friendly! I used the website which was easy to order my flowers. Definitely recommend this florist for special occasions!

Best Bud did my wedding florals in March 2026! I cannot recommend them enough! Not only are they…read moresome of the most creative individuals I've ever had the pleasure of working with, but they were also kind, responsive, and helpful throughout the process. Attached you will see some of the stunning work they produced. We worked with Tiny, who was amazing. She listened to my wants and needs and even helped me rearrange my bridal bouquet the morning of when I was stressed and being a tad bit difficult. She also stuck around to donate the florals afterwards, so they wouldn't go to waste!

Such a cute little shop with tons of fun stuff. They had glass blown candy magnets that would be a…read morecute colorful piece to add to your space. They also had flower bouquets available for Mother's Day at a reasonable price. They were super sweet and asked if we needed any help finding specific items. The store is small but lots of great finds here!

My new favorite local shoppy shop…read more Home Ec (an indie kitchen shop) shares it's space with Best Bud (a flower studio). They carry the most adorable kitchen items and trinkets! So many cute food-themed goodies sourced from local artists and makers. Also loved the floral pieces they had out from Best Bud as well! Very unique and intentionally pieced together. As I was perusing around, I noticed they had a ton of community offerings- some were regular and others were special workshops and pop-ups. They regularly get bread deliveries from local bakers- I overheard multiple people stopping by asking if they had any fresh bread. They also host super interesting workshops that range from arts and crafts to cooking and dancing. The longer I wandered around the space, the more I felt that this was way more than a shop, it was a budding community that was SO fun, SO colorful, and SO vibrant. Will definitely be making it a point to pop into one of their workshops soon :)

Variety of items for Chinese New Year/Lunar New Year. Chinese and Vietnamese traditional outfits…read moreand dresses. Toys and plushies for kids and laundry supplies for the local laundromat. Also has a great selection of general merchandise as a quick one stop shop.

Wonderful family owned small business! Thankful for their covid supplies: masks, hand sanitizer,…read moreetc . Sweet family and looking forward to coming back!

It's always the best when you're just driving or walking by and a store catches your eye! I came…read morehere on a Saturday night after spotting it while waiting at the light. It's a small shop on a busy street but it has a big personality and vibe when you walk in. There was a lovely scent of incense burning. It was a colorful spot. Lots of vibrant colors in the form of purses, satchels, clothing, posters and more. They sell just about every item from body products to hair stuff, to paraphernalia. The female section is much more than the male section. But I was able to snag a great find. The dressing room is one room and has a curtain. It's right by the register. The owner is super sweet and engaging. Helping us shop and pulling different items for us to try. It was also pretty great value considering it's a local mom and pop shop. I walked away happy with the selection and the price I paid. It's a BIPOC and women owned store.

This is legit the most beautiful & gahgeous emporium of wares, home decor, jewelry, & one of a kind…read moreitems you could ever hope to find in the normal heights/city heights/Kensington/North park area (Et Al). I've lived in most & none compare. Truly. Most everything is made of 100% cotton or silk or linen or blend with patterns & designs you will never find elsewhere. When my British mum came to visit & we had some time to spend, this child of the 60s felt so fabulous we had a little photo shoot (never happened). This little shop is so incredibly unique, unexpected, under appreciated & absolutely worth a visit whether in town or out of town. The employees & customer service is welcoming & friendly & cool beyond belief. Take a shop, take a visit, & get a skirt for the love of god. I've come here for the last 5+ years with a wide array of wants/needs & all have been met beyond compare, you want a backpack? Here. Need a new throw blanket? Here. Belt/head wrap/earring? Here. Going out top? Skirt? Dress? Classic band tshirt? Incense? Wall mural? Here. Other? Here. This is not an incentivized or even encouraged review, this is legitimately the experience I've been lucky enough to gain over the years I've 'popped' into this shop. Worth a gander & then maybe an additional hour.

SDSU BOOKSTORE @ SDSU…read more As a student here, i've purchased numerous of things! My parents absolutely love the mom, dad, and family merch they have provided. Great quality and always a large selection. The bookstore has two floors, the first being all the electronics, clothes, makeup, etc, as the second floor has the books and textbooks (mostly for the students). The service is run by mostly students which they are friendly and easy to spot if you need any help. I really enjoy this place for a spot to hang around during gap times between my classes, always something new here. The value is decent, can be pricier side since it's school merch, but i the quality is great and it's worth it!

UPDATE: The Clockwork manicure robot is gone and will not be coming back! So sad. They're still…read moreavailable at other places around California but not in San Diego

I go therefore all my religious articles for myself and gifts for my friends. Never disappointed…read more E.StClair

I cannot seem to get an answer to my email. All I want to know is when my order will be shipped…read moreand estimated date of delivery. I have emailed twice and no response: I ordered 27 AUG 2026. I live in San Diego, near Little Italy. When order arrives i will add to this review. My order only reads it is processing.

I'm from out of town and I'm so grateful I found Liz's flowers. She created a beautiful bouquet…read morefor my elopement. She definitely exceeded my expectations! Thank you Liz!

Highly recommend Liz's flowers. She prepared a beautiful arrangement and delivered it the same…read moreday. The arrangement wa perfect for a memorial service, and most importantly, you can tell it was made with love.