Cute date night idea with poor execution & poor customer service!!…read more Went here with 6 people, we were seated and then it all got very confusing. The space it self is very small, the bar is on the back wall, with one bar tender, one server and one other worker. The server explained to pick our scents then we were lost once scanning the QR code. The directions on the table did not say to enter your table number as your location, we then waited another 10 minutes for our server to come back over after we observed her talked to her coworker the entire time. We placed our orders, while waiting we drank our first round of drinks. We then ordered another round that came in 10-15 minutes increments. I never received my second drink after asking three times about it. The server's explanation was the bar tender got backed up.

My friend invited a group of us to go to scentique; was my first time there. It's in downtown…read moreprovidence so parking situation is very difficult; have to find metered parking or pay at a lot. The place is very cute, with different tables and even games (like janga) available. They explain the process to us and we went to the scent wall to pick our scents. They also have a bar with cocktails and mocktails. You have option to make candles, room sprays Nd body spray. If you do a combo, has to be with the same scents. I chose a candle and room spray. Was a very fun experience!

Really fun spot to come and just look around if you have friends or family in the area that are…read moreinto cool jewelry or art. The staff is usually friendly and helpful. They're also very knowledgeable about the jewelry, and the value of the stuff is pretty top notch. There are some things that are obviously costume designers that have a lower price tag I love seeing what they have on their shelves

Absolutely loved this place! First off, anyplace having a sign like this one about shoplifting,…read moredeserves to be heard and seen!! It has so many unique and interesting items from candles to clothing and everything in between. While here, I opted to get a Tarot Card reading. I was skeptical when I noticed how young the person was that would do my reading but actually he ended up being spot on!! I highly recommend a reading there and pick up a few items like this "hand chain." #&DrRuss

Anytime I'm in the area and time permits. I come to Frog & Toad - East! They have the most…read moreinteresting and campy little accessories, decor, clothing, and housewares. From the fun baseball caps bearing phrases that are dripping with sarcasm to the posters, bumper stickers and lapel pins that add a little levity to life. I definitely stop by here when I'm looking for fun gifts to give out of towners because there are so many references to local staples that are uniquely Rhode Island. Did I mention the staff is super nice every time I come in here? They know I'm mostly browsing and eventually will find something. They're helpful when you need them and they let you be to just explore and have a good time... sharing insights when they are needed and just overall helping make this a chill shopping atmosphere.

After lunch we passed through a fun neighborhood and our attention caught by a shop with lots of…read moremetal animal sculptures lining the sidewalk. We popped into Frog and Toad to see what else they had to offer. We found it was a fun spot full of eclectic trinkets and items, gifts and clothing. Some specific to the area, some not so much, but fun nonetheless. They offer items in many price ranges , and items good for young and old alike. We enjoyed looking through all the items, getting some good laughs and even picking up a few small items to take home. This shop is a fun and unique spot, definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

BEST CANDLES IN THE STATE....or maybe, the universe!!! I used to have people ship them to me when I…read morelived in LA. I'm strange so I like the Christmas scents all year long: balsam cedar, balsm fir and scotch pine. I also LOVE French apple pie... my mom gets banana nut bread and it's good but not my scent... if you like fresh laundry, clean sheets hits the notes, but too much for me (I know, with the balsam and cedar all year long who am I to say)?! Great local business, really LOVED the previous owners (I believe they sold all the recipes-so all is still great). Haven't been in person in forever cuz they are only open early on Saturdays so I have my mom get them for me or order online... If you like great candles, this is THE place to go....plus, they are local- can't beat that!

I really love their products. The candles have a wonderful long lasting scent. The wicks never need…read moretrimming and the candles are sootless. Amazing. One of my favorite candles is the order absorbing one. Works great in the kitchen, bathroom, garage. Quite remarkable how quickly unwanted oders are gone. I'm also hooked on key lime and cherry. Can't wait to try banana bread. Smells great. Locally manufactured. Small business. Family owned. Great products and business I will continue to support.

Fabulous store has all sorts of beautiful items. Lovely gifts!…read moreThe store's decor is beautiful too. It's set up like a beautiful home that ha many items all over!

This may have just become my favorite little boutique on the East Side... Why? Because in addition…read moreto selling gorgeous linens and home goods, this shop has quirky little personal items like cosmetics cases, silver julep cups and funky candles - scented or tapered, spiraled or standard, and everything in between. Because the shop is on the small side and it absolutely filled with goodies, the service is impecable. A warm greeting, a helpful eye, a friendly chat. There's also a section in the back that has children's clothing and other items, and what looked like a sewing station for personalization of any number of items or even tailoring. This will become one of my go-to spots for picking up a lovely gift for a friend or even for myself! Only thing is, no parking means circling Wayland Square or paying for one of the nearby lots.

The store is darling, and has a definite point of view. It's a nice mix of vintage, clothing,…read morejewelry, accessories, and household items. I love the sock collection!

White Buffalo is such a gem and my fave to shop in Providence (& all of RI actually)…read moreSupporting this woman owned small business is a delight as everything is so unique, whimsical and lovely....and just all around COOL! It's the perfect mix of unique, vintage and diverse.....you can find a gift for ANYONE! The owner is awesome to chat with and has impeccable and fun taste! Absolutely worth a visit and to keep visiting!

I wasn't always a candle man, but after I had been gifted candles a few times I have found A. it…read morereally brightens up your house (IF you choose the right candle ... not of that "freshly cut grass crap") and B. makes a great gift for people. You can never go wrong with a candle. But be warned that you can go wrong with the wrong candle! When you walk into the mall, you'll already get a sense (scent?) of how great wonderful smells can be. Like the abercrombie store of candles, you'll get blasted by fragrance 50 feet away. If you're super sensitive to smell maybe it's not the place for you. Keep in mind they constantly have buy one get one free sales which makes the candles much more affordable. Otherwise it can take a hefty chunk out of your credit card! Two of my favorites are the lavender with lemon (I think... ) and the one the green candle with melon scent. Both unassuming but makes themselves known scents! (don't buy all their candle wick cutting crap... waste of money).

Yankee Candle and the gifting season simply go hand in hand. On my most recent trip to this…read morelocation, I left having purchased 4 Large Jar candles in a "Buy 2 Get 2 free" sale! Without the sales, this place can be a bit pricey for what it is hence the 4- and not 5- star review. The staff at this location (hired just for the holiday season or not) were extremely helpful and sociable during the visit. They touched base with my friend and I about our and their favorite candles, offered suggestions on how to properly detect the scent of certain candles (hint: smell the cover/cap to the candle, not the wax itself... apparently it is a truer representation of what the candle will smell like when it is burning), and were genuinely excited when final decisions were made about which scents to buy. There is a gigantic selection of candles to choose from at this location and a variety of sizes and types available. Jar candles, tumblers, tarts, single and triple wick candles with different burn times, air fresheners, warmers, the list goes on and on. If a candle is on your gift list (or personal gift list!) you are sure to find something here that will fit your needs. Browse the internet before visiting and you can usually find a coupon or two to use with your purchase. My favorite candle this time of year used to be the Christmas Cookie variety but they came out with a new Snowflake Cookie is a sweeter version of this and came out on top this year with my purchases. Conveniently located on the first floor of the Providence Place Mall.

I was looking for some fun souvenirs and gifts I could buy for my family while I was in Providence,…read morelucky enough I stopped by this local shop! They had such an amazing curation of goods, I really loved all the small little nic nacs they had. I bought some red wine salt, a thick's hand towel, and a rhode island candle that smells amazing. Would love to stop by here again!!

The place was very cute and we loved all the jelly cats, but the person working there was very…read morerude. She kept telling my kids to put the jelly cats away where they found them even though they were already doing it without her telling them. She watched them like a hawk and made it seem like she wanted them out. She glared at one who was just looking at a bin of jelly cats. Over all the items were a 5 star but the service was a 1.

This is one of my favorite places in the Downcity to browse, get a gift, get something for me…read more They have lots of stuff that have a Rhode Island inspired theme or just fun, high quality stuff that you could find in any nice upscale gift shop anywhere in the world. Craftland is a mix of card shop, gift store and souvenir store. The staff is pleasant and very helpful if you need their help. The stuff is all colorful and well laid out, so when I walk in the store, it feels bright and cheerful. This last time I got some t-shirts for my nieces...they have lots of colors, patterns, logos, designs and sizes. You can fell the quality of the fabric when you grab them, not the thin cheap ones that you get like in the streets of New York...LOL..

CUTEST STORE EVER! All the stuff is made my indi artists and they are all so talented. It's also…read moresuper welcoming and feminist and equality-focused. Perfect for gifts or art or a little self-care shopping.

Delightful, higher-end homegoods shop; it's packed with stylish, colorful, mostly handmade…read morehousewares from around the world. Everything is curated by the two sister owners who are extremely friendly and helpful. I have bought lush velvet pillows, richly patterned tableclothes, glasses and decorative bowls. They do sell online, so you can surf their stock before you visit, but definitely visit in person for a burst of creative energy.

I love shopping at Stewart House and it's our go to place for holiday gifts. And I can never walk…read moreout without buying something for my own home. Ellen and Karen are warm and welcoming and shopping in the store is a wonderful experience.