This is one of my most favorite shops to find an original gift with an eclectic twist. I never know…read morewhat I will find when visiting the store, but I can always find an inexpensive gift or a piece from a local artisan. The employees are not only friendly but also so helpful. If you cannot find something in the shop that suits your needs, they will search for what you may be interested in and special order it without any additional charges. If you want something personalized, they are glad to do it and make much of the jewelry they sell in-house, even making something to order if you request it. There is a reason that this store wins "Best of Denton" year after year.

Still an amazing store after all these years! I've been shopping here since the late '90s and their…read morestock never misses a beat, any time I'm in town. They've renovated slightly so the counter is now in the center of the store, but pretty much everything else is the same. Take your time browsing through cards, jewelry, gifts, and make sure to pick up a "Denton Rocks" t-shirt!

The esthetic of this shop is delightful--calming colors, open and organized layout, locally made…read moreproducts throughout. Handmade mugs, cards, t-shirts, ornaments, mugs, natural, wooden toys, and other knick-knacks. I will certainly stop in on future visits to Denton and keep it in mind as a place to shop for local gifts. Prices were a bit spendy which is expected for locally, handmade products rather than factory-made. Between Eastside and Bearded Monk-across the street from the post office and only a couple of blocks from Denton's lovely downtown square--a highly recommended shopping or browsing spot in Denton.

Wonderful store, not far from the Historic Downtown Square in Denton, Texas. I had not sought out…read moreto come here, however I noticed it when driving around looking for a parking spot and decided to stop in and check the place out. The person working at the store was friendly and welcoming when I came in. When I told her I was just checking stores out she told me to make myself at home and let her know is I have any questions. As I looked around I noticed several artistically made items. From a set of glasses made from Topo-Chico bottles to handmade Chap Stick, this place had a nice variety of items to choose from. I also noticed while I was there that this place offers arts and crafts classes right in the middle of the store. They also keep some items out on the table to entertain children while their parents shop. It was nice and refreshing to find a store like this, and I plan to visit them on future visits!

Bookstores are my favorite stores - and Patchouli Joe's in Denton is another fabulous bookstore!…read moreAnytime you have a bookstore in an old historic building you already get my attention. And you create a space that honors the building and updating it with warm wood and fixtures, you're doing it right in my opinion. I loved the selections offered here and so did my daughters and granddaughter. Yes, I bought books here and my granddaughter was thrilled. There's a dedicated children's area with nice seating for them. There was a touch of magic there. Kids were happy and couldn't wait to get to the next book. That is what a book store is supposed to be about. I met the owners and both are genuinely nice and they care about their customers and their business. Both are very knowledgeable and more than happy to help in any way. If you're in Denton, you need to drop in and browse around - I bet you walk out with a great book!

Patchouli Joe's Books was an okay bookstore for me…read more After reading some of their amazing reviews, and exploring some of the other bookstores around Denton I had high expectations for this store. However, I don't know if we caught them on a bad day, if their inventory was really low after Indie Bookstore Day the weekend before, or if the stars just weren't aligned that day but the store itself was very empty. The book selection was minimal and the staff was not exactly helpful. Frankly the store felt too big for the minimal amount of books they had. Also customer service was absent that day and after asking some questions to the person at the counter you could tell he just didn't want to be there. The difference in customer interaction between this store and others around Denton was like night and day. Would I come back to Patchouli? Maybe, but it wouldn't be my first stop when visiting Denton.

cute and quirky little gift shop with prime convenient location on the square. nifty things.read more

Very cool shop on the square in Denton. I ended up needing some last-minute gifts for Christmas…read moreand on a whim, ducked into the store. Jordan Reyes was fabulous, she helped me pick several gifts including olive oil gift baskets, honey, cornbread mixes, candles, coffee beans, and small jelly jars. She was very tolerant of all my questions and very helpful in putting all the goods together for transport. I hope the owner(s) can recognize her customer service skills. Reasonable prices, especially for the quality of the goods. Highly recommend.

We purchased a lot of items from different booths. Noticed items missing when we got home…read more Immediately called up there. They told us they forgot to bag items. They verbally confirmed we paid for those items. When we returned to pick up our items they said we had to pay again! We have the receipt. They are refusing to acknowledge they agreed that we paid for items. We requested video evidence from their cameras proving the clerk didn't handle those items. They refused to prove their case. I'm starting to be suspicious that they hold back items to steal from customers!

Super awesome!! totally visit if you're in town. Lots of dealers with different goods ranging from…read moreantiques to art. Cool!

This shop couldn't be more adorable if it tried!…read more I give it 5 stars for being a local small business and for promoting other local businesses. That's awesome and I can get behind that. The soap is $9 for 5 ounces, except the sea salt soaps which are $11. I was told if we bought 3, we get a special deal- $22 I think. We bought one to try out and see how long it lasts, handmade soap is the kind of thing we buy on vacations, so I was excited to try it. We purchased the lemongrass shea butter and it's nice, if not a little rough, and has a lovely, refreshing fragrance. This place isn't cheap for a regular, weekly shopping trip, but everything in this store would make an amazing gift!!! I was amazed at the array of products- jewelry, kitchenware, candles, handmade bags, notebooks, etc. My favorites that I filed away for future gifts were the beautiful bookmarks and the gemstone nightlights. Just gorgeous! My mom and mother in law would LOVE it here! At the time we stopped in, a Saturday mid afternoon, we were the only customers. There was an event going on near the square, so I'm sure that may have been part of the reason. It may also be because they are slightly hidden at the corner of their parking lot, next to a chiropractors office off Elm and Congress. They are the next lot over from where The Cupboard was and the next street over from Seven Mile Café for reference. They are open 10-6pm on weekdays, 10-4pm on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. The employee was friendly and let us know more about the business. Everything in the store is either made by them or a local business owner. I love places with this kind of business practice and though it's not a cheap gift shop, the pricing definitely matches the quality of the products. They have a loyalty program- you get a point for every product you purchase. Once you get 10 points, you get a free soap! I think this is a must stop if you need a gift for a birthday, anniversary or celebration!

I asked the difference between cold soaps and hot soaps - the difference is that one is cured with…read moretime and the other is quick cured - possibly in a crockpot. I don't know if I have ever purchased shortcut soaps, but I can tell you these soaps are wonderfully nicer than any others I have tried. Soft on the skin , scents are restrained, not too subtle and not overpowering. Goldilocks would be a fan, they are just right. I will be going back for more, now that I have tried lavender lulu, I am really glad they have a deal on 3 bars!

They weren't open according to the hours that are posted online AND posted on the window to the…read morebuilding. We've been burning gas in the parking lot for a half hour because it's wrong. And when an employee actually showed up she was rude to us when we asked if she worked there and if the store was actually open. Disappointing customer service and terrible communication.

Just in the area checking out little shops near UNT and came across this place. Lots of neat…read moretshirts, art supplies, college school supplies, etc! We've been here maybe 4-5 times have purchased a handful of shirts and have been happy with all of them. I really love the comfort color shirts, seem to be the best quality for your money. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Definitely a place to check out if you are in the area.

The decor and china are gorgeous- there's a curated feel to atmosphere which made for a unique…read moreexperience. The tea selection was great with lots of different seasonal teas to choose from. The family is very sweet and I loveeee supporting small business, but the food was just okay. We had a food allergy and, while they tried to be accommodating- we still received our platter with the allergen mixed among the other items. This was a huge cross contamination concern for our table, but we decided not to make a stink about it since it was getting busier and toward the end of our visit anyway.

Loved the ambiance! The tea and delicacies were absolutely delicious and the owner was incredibly…read morewarm and welcoming. A wonderful place with great food and hospitality.

Absolutely appalling experience. Do not waste your time or money…read more This was one of the most uncomfortable, unprofessional, and unethical experiences I've ever had. My mother-in-law and I booked in-person "full readings" after reviewing the services online and feeling excited to do something special together during the holidays. What we walked into instead felt chaotic, invasive, and manipulative from the moment we arrived. There was no real intake, no calm introduction, just a rushed sales pitch of services and prices. I was told to sit in the next room and "play on my phone" while my mother-in-law's reading began. There was zero privacy. We were separated by a thin wall in a shared dining/living space, and I could hear most of what was said. Completely inappropriate and unethical for a service that claims to deal with sensitive spiritual and emotional matters. About five minutes in, a large German shepherd came barreling through the room, barking loudly and running around my mother-in-law. After several shouted attempts to control the dog, it was finally put outside. No warning, no apology. If someone has allergies, anxiety, or trauma involving animals, too bad, apparently. My session didn't improve. It began with a vague breathing exercise and a "wish," led by the daughter, whose name I was never given. I was promised a full reading that included aura, chakra, tarot, palm, and past/present/future life insights. Instead, after a brief palm and tarot reading, I was told I've had a "dark portal" open for most of my life. Conveniently, this terrifying revelation was immediately followed by "but don't worry, I can help you" and a hard pitch for a $900 two-week spiritual program. When I hesitated, the fear-based language intensified. When I declined, I was suddenly done. No aura reading. No chakra assessment. No life insights. I had to ask for the aura reading, and by that point, trust was gone. Meanwhile, my mother-in-law was also pressured into a $500 program and told she had 24 hours to decide. During my session, it was interrupted so the mother could ask the daughter about business cards. That should tell you everything about the priorities here. The most shocking moment came after we both declined. My mother-in-law was told that if money was the issue, she could "just not pay the electric bill this month." That is not spiritual guidance. That is reckless, manipulative, and frankly disturbing. After leaving, we attempted to address our concerns directly and respectfully via text. The response was defensive, dismissive, and ultimately resulted in being ignored entirely. No refund. No accountability. No follow-up. This experience felt less like a spiritual service and more like a fear-based upsell operation conducted in someone's living room with no boundaries, no professionalism, and no ethics. DO NOT VISIT.

They were very nice. Very comfortable environment and they seemed to genuinely care. Worth giving…read morethem a try!