Stumbled across this boutique while walking past it as my friend and I were waiting for our movie…read moreat the Parkway Theater. It was a fun little impromptu shopping for us. There's a lot of fun gift ideas, but I will say the main items are geared towards children or women. I did find a shampoo bar I've been wanting, but was also browsing their cook books and candles. I found a new shop to consider when buying gifts for my two sisters. ‍ The staff were welcoming and nice and they talked up some of their chocolates at the checkout area. My friend purchased me a small chocolate that we enjoyed in the theater - they were right! Very good.

Visited 14 Hill Boutique mid-afternoon on Saturday after a movie at Parkway Theater. Let's just say…read moreit was a first-time score visit. I snagged a seasonal ornament at 50% off and browsed for about an hour (could've easily stayed longer, but the rest of the day was calling). Such a cute boutique with tons of goodies! I absolutely loved ALL the jewelry. It's about a 30-minute drive from where I live, but it's definitely worth the trip, and hey, maybe I'll catch a movie too. The real icing on the cake was Julie. She was so pleasant and engaging and truly made me feel welcome. Great customer service is rare these days, and she nailed it-thank you, Julie! If you're in the area or looking for a fun little field trip, this place is a must. Everything is beautifully arranged: jewelry, candles, stationary & clothing, purses, and toys for kiddos. I'd say prices are normal for a boutique and the quality of everything is great. Plus, lots of unique finds. Side note- I was so zoned here that I completely forget to take photos.

Cute local gift shop. When you first walk in there's a ton of handmade jewelry & other items. Super…read morefun to browse around. There's a second room with more items like shirts, home goods, pet toys & more! A lot of Mn themed items!! I love creative items & theres so much here! The staff were nice & friendly.

This little shop is amazing, they have so many cool items, very unique designs! From stickers, to…read morejewelry, sweets, and most of the items are Minnesota or Minneapolis inspired! The girls at the store we super nice and you can see they enjoy what they do! Their prices were great and affordable and most when taking in consideration that many things there are custom designs or handmade!

I thought Jaymi's review was kind of harsh, until I went there. It's kind of true. I went looking…read morefor Xmas bargains, specifically garland for the tree. What they had was so weird it wouldn't be fit for a grave site. I got half off Xmas cards for next year, cause I'm cheap. Got some birthday cards, most with no message inside. The fun thing I got was a fat birthday cake candle for April. Worth the trip to go to George and the Dragon.

This place is right next door from George & The Dragon and so right after our lunch, we stopped in…read moreat Patina and let me tell you, this place is cool as heck!!! It is a very eclectic store with some cool and funny items. I wish this store was back here at home, because I would buy so much stuff from these guys. If you are in the area, stop on in and get you some cool stuff, you won't be disappointed.

My First Time Experience At Electric Fetus Record Store In Minneapolis MN. I Got Some My Favorite…read moreMetal Bands CDS And Box Set. They Got A Ton Of CDS, Vinyls And More! I Will Definitely Will Shop Their Record Store And Their Website Again!

Great selection of vinyl, CD's, and yes even cassettes if my eyes were not deceiving me. Along with…read moresome excellent items of t shirts, decals, music art work etc. You can easily spend a couple of hours in store. Found a few albums for under $10 and a few unique ones at prices in the $30 to $40 range. Depending on your taste well worth the money. Check out staff was personable. I did not see any floor staff wandering the aisles asking if you needed any help... but guess that is the part of the experience; seek out your own finds!

My Minneapolis friend brought me here to ensure that I would go home with some cute…read moretrinkets/souvenirs made by local artisans. (I love supporting small business owners/artists, as I am one myself.) The shop itself is not very large, but there's a decent selection of cute stuff that, for the most part, is thematically congruent with the Minnesota/Minneapolis experience. I couldn't resist a glittery ornament depicting the spoon and cherry statue (if you know, you know!). You'll find things like t-shirts, kitchen towels, wooden spoons/spatulas, chocolate, soaps, wooden art blocks, coasters, puzzles, jewelry, baby clothes, coasters, keychains, postcards, stickers, etc. I am uncertain how much or how often stock changes. Prices were pretty reasonable, considering-- obviously more than cheap junk from China would cost, but also more unique and special!

I found some of my favorite gifts here. The friends who received them were thrilled with the…read moreuniqueness and personal feel of them. The website was so easy to navigate, and the curbside pickup was so convenient. When I picked up my order, the person bringing it to me was so friendly. I hadn't know about this shop before Christmas, but I have recommended it to friends and will be shopping here in the future!

I love Midtown Global Market with all of my heart. I went…read morelast Friday for the first time in a while and have already been back 2 times already since then (it's now Monday). Midtown Global Market has been such a staple in my life. It does such a good job of having food options from so many cultures and parts of the world. The food is reasonably priced and the workers are all so kind and knowledgable. Beyond just food, there is a huge selection of art, groceries, clothing, and more. MGM has always felt like the ideal of what Minneapolis is and can be. I am sad to see a lot of booths closed right now. My heart aches for my neighbors and community. I hope (and know) that MGM can bounce back and continue to be a place of diverse community. Love MGM always.

I feel like it used to be much livelier years ago. I went this year to Volunteer and noticed a lot…read moreof places were vacant/closed. Seems like they are trying to bring people back by hosting more events (they've always had events but really pushing for the community to out). They still have some decent food options. Sad about Slice closing before I had to a chance to check them out. Still a few shops and produce vendors. I was born and raised for a bit in South Mpls and I find this area to be a bit challenging sometimes especially with them narrowing Lake Street down to single lanes. Makes me avoid the area as a whole. Definitely not MGM fault but generally unfortunate. You do have to pay for parking, ramp or metered. Or you could be lucky and find a spot around the neighborhood and walk over.

I LOVE Moona Moono! What a cute and very cool coffee and gift shop to visit , study, or just to…read morerelax! It's bright, airy, with lots and lots of natural lighting. Such a peaceful vibe. The diverse coffee and tea menu offer both the classics to the fancy brews. The pastries to pair with the drinks, are so delectable since they the delightful pastries are from the renown Patisserie 46! Today, I got the Black Sesame Latte with Oat Foam, served hot since it was quite a chilly day and an Almond croissant, which was sooo good, the perfect balance of a flaky exterior with a rich, nutty interior. Heavenly! I also got the opportunity to meet Angie Lee, the founder of Moona Moono! I told her how much I LOVED her shop and how much Minneapolis needed a shop like this. Angie appreciated my feedback and she told me the backstory to the name of the store! The name "Moona Moono" is a rough translation of two Korean words meaning "culture octopus," representing the various "tentacles" or facets of the Asian American experience. How COOL is that? Thank you again, Angie, for bringing this lovely shop to Minneapolis, and I hope it stays a hit for the years to come! LOVE!

**Pros:** * The coffee itself is legitimate: strong, hot,…read moreand fresh. * Reliable Wi-Fi. * The price point for a standard drip coffee is excellent (under $4). **Cons:** * The interior design feels sterile, leaning into a "clinical" aesthetic that lacks warmth. **Review:** I stopped in for a simple "coffee of the day" during a time when the shop was only moderately busy. The staff was initially friendly, emphasizing that I should let them know if I needed anything and that refills were complimentary. However, when I went to pour my coffee, the carafe was empty. What followed was a frustrating 10-minute wait for a simple cup of drip coffee. Despite there being no line, the staff behind the counter were preoccupied with conversation rather than maintaining the station--the most basic expectation for a coffee shop. Furthermore, the process was handled inefficiently. Rather than prioritizing the waiting customer by pouring a cup from the new brew as soon as it was ready, I was left waiting for the entire vessel to finish filling. In a fast-paced environment, drip coffee should be an immediate transaction. Simple service recovery--such as offering an Americano while the pot brewed or acknowledging the wait--would have gone a long way, but unfortunately, there was a lack of situational awareness. The environment also felt dismissive. As I reached my 7th minute waiting for this cup, I remarked that the process was taking longer than a pour-over. A bystander felt compelled to interject, stating, "They're doing their best." I responded, "No, they're not," with the employees standing right there, still failing to perform the basic requirements of their job. If a shop runs out of its primary product and makes a customer wait nearly 10 minutes for a fresh brew, they are not doing their best. That is a failure of service, not a reflection of the customer's patience. tl;dr: Great coffee, but the service experience needs a serious recalibration.

This is a Crystal lovers dream. They have so many materials and pieces- from large tables to small…read morepieces. They have tumbles, specimens, jewelry, and so much more. They have geodes that you can buy and cut open in the back yourself! The staff is all so sweet and kind! Expect to spend at least 1hr looking at everything. I feel the prices are good. I bought a nice piece of green tourmaline that was $10 with the stand, some fun crackle quartz (dyed material), and a fun rainbow/iridescent piece (I forgot the name). They have Libyan desert glass ($10/g) and moldavite ($30/g) if you're looking for that.

I love this store. It's a hidden treasure off Lake St, and sort of like a jewel box on your…read moregramma's dresser, surprising you once you open it. The space is beautiful and you don't know where to look, there is so much to delight. I was particularly impressed by the owner, who didn't flinch when I asked him for a moderately priced dinosaur something for a young friend. He immediately knew what to show me...dinosaur poop, all shined up. Now, the young friend was delighted, of course, with the copralite, but even funnier was my accompanying story of the quest. Untold treasures, beautiful calm space, extremely knowledgeable owner = superb, one of a kind shop. Go!

A great place to buy unique items, especially small scale artwork and gifts. On my last visit I…read morepicked up 3 prints for myself and Christmas gifts for my sisters. This shop is truly a treasure trove of individual pieces in an age of mass production.

I stumbled into this store while searching for fishing items down the street. What a pearl! There's…read moreso many unique and handcrafted items. I enjoy giving personalized and quality gifts and this store is it! You will find a variety of items to meet every special person in your life. The customer service is top notch. The store is incredibly cute and inviting. I'm going to have to find excuses to give people gifts from here so I can stop by more.

I stopped here as part of the Indie Bookstore Passport tour, and was struck by what a great…read morebookstore and gift shop this was. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and asked about what bookstores I've traveled to so far. The store is very close the Bde Maka Ska lake, and would make a great stop if on a bike ride around the Minneapolis lakes. Today, I drove and didn't have a problem finding parking on the street. The bookstore specializes in Native American voices and handmade arts. The interior of the store is really interesting to look at; there's a handmade canoe hanging from the ceiling and lots of handmade crafts throughout the store. I think Louise Erdrich, who is an author I enjoy, owns the store.

Support Indigenous Businesses! I may have spent too much money in here but it was such an AWESOME…read morebookstore! All the curated books and crafts- I wanted to buy it all!