My husband and I finally checked out The Prize Booth. We decided to go without the kids…read more We were amazed! Brought a lot of nostalgia to us. Toys we used to play with and newer toys as well. So many things to look at. If you haven't checked them out- it's a must. Family owned business- welcoming and friendly staff. Prices are average. Since, we don't have Toys R Us around- this is the place to go. I was told they update toys often. Will definitely swing by again.

The selection for all ages and boys and girls is amazing! I can't wait to go back! They have…read moreeducational, fun, old school, music, art, etc. absolutely adorable! I filled our stockings and more:) owner and her mom were so nice! Clean bright welcoming store.

Artisan Place is an odd name for a "gift" store. Since it's has 10 owners who are artisans & 40…read morevendors showcasing here, the name is appropriate. Motto: housemade, vintage(antiques), confections.. Prices posted are from the vendors, artisans. Value is in the eye of the buyer. Offerings: greeting cards, artifacts, jewelry, candy, jams, clothing, artisan seasonal decor, face masks, gift boxes, ceramics, glassware, accessories....many pics posted by Owners of goods. Eats: "dark chocolate almond toffee chuck cookies" (2) -shelved with some knit xmas caps. -name attracted me. Curious about taste since toffee usually is a solid bar not a cookie -made in home kitchen. Very sweet. Sugar, butter, palm oil top 3 ingredient. Many others -doubtful repeat. Not healthy. Staying with regular toffe. 4.5 stars. aisles narrow. Items stacked tight. Everything labeled. Didn't touch anything. Lots of items would make great gifts.. *items displayed randomly. Some have placards naming vendor, artists. Some didn't have..

I enjoy shopping at artisan Place to find great little gifts made by local crafters and artisans…read more My favorite part is that the gifts are affordable.

Just newly opened in April 2,2024 this woman owned business was quaint & cute…read more Don't underestimate the size of this place bc a lot of cute jewelry, AirPod cases, hand knit or crocheted items, plus hair clips, pencil pouches (authentic Rosy Posy Cream Cosmos pencil pouches) & the cute dog themed pouch was too adorable to pass up are available for purchase. It was not only fun to support a local new business with a 10% discount, but to scratch off a possibility of winning a $15 voucher when you purchase $30. Although I didn't win the $15 voucher, but ended up scratching off for a pen offer, I thought it was a creative incentive.

A cute little trinket gift shop with nice statement jewelries and lots of adorable stationary…read moreitems; it looks like a small shop, but there are quite a lot of items to check out. The owner was very friendly and welcoming, chatting with me a little bit about little dog as I was the only person in the shop then. I do love that there are quite a lot of hair claw clips, was able to find one that looked like my dog (white maltipoo). For their grand opening, there was a 10% off discount and my clip was packaged in the cutest little bag. I'm definitely keeping it to reuse as a cute gift bag for sure! Final Thoughts: Adorable little shop that's perfect for cute gifts with fairly reasonable prices for the items. I'm sure people will say they can find items for cheaper else where, but as a small business in Castro Valley, it is nice to be able to shop and check out items in person.

Awesome little store with kind people. They've got things I've never seen in my life! Plenty of…read morehard to get Redbulls too, expensive but expected for imported Redbull. The person working, when we went, overheard us talking about how we think the store is cool and threw in a little extra treat for us.

We've driven past this candy shop so many times, and today was the day that we decided to walk in…read morebecause we found parking available right outside of the store. Walking in, there is a freezer of Hokkaido cones, which I'll go back to on a day that is hotter than today. They have a pretty large selection of toys which my son wanted to look at, and they have well-stocked inventory of international candies. I tried a chocolate marshmallow candy which was interesting. The customer service was really great and I loved how I could use Apple Pay especially since I left my wallet at home.

Definitely a hidden gem in Castro Valley! Cute items to get a unique gift that's says "awww you…read morethought of me". Who needs more shower gel, candle from that chain store or Korean skincare product...not me...I'm set for the next 2 years! :) Elevate Home Store offers such fun, creative gifts like plants (including air plants!), greeting cards, jewelry, crystals, home accessories, handmade items, various scents and those funny gifts that makes you laugh or at least put a smile on your face. Lynette, the owner and her daughter are very welcoming, friendly and helpful in finding that perfect gift. Shopping at Elevate Home Decor supports small business and local artisans. Street parking with a lot in the back and across from Al's Market.

I love when stores are this beautifully merchandised! So many things to look at, it's like a story…read morebook walking through. I can't wait to come back and get more little goodies, thankfully it's right down the street!!

Sweet local store selling not only Hallmark cards, but a good variety of whimsical gifts and…read moretrinkets for yourself or friends. I was in the area and went inside to look around the fairly spacious shop. I ended up buying 3 ornaments or window hangings as gifts.

With an upcoming baby shower party to attend, I needed to get a greeting card and gift bag for the…read moregift I had purchased for the soon to be baby boy. I had some reward money to use and went online to place an order. I placed my order on a Sunday morning and I received a pickup email on Monday morning. The store is located in the Castro Village shopping center and it was busy on Tuesday afternoon when I came to pick up my order as the parking lot was quite full. I showed my pickup email to the cashier who went to the back to retrieve my order. The process was quick and efficient as I was on my way. Sad, that there aren't that many Hallmark stores around anymore. This location is the closest to me and will be back for future in-store shopping or online pickups.

Walked in was greeted right away. He bagel telling us what was on sale. I loved that. He said if we…read moreneeded any help he be right there. This really made our day. I'm so big on being greeted. Spencer's has everything a heart can desire. From shot glasses, tee shirts to naughty items. My daughter and I had an enjoyable time in our favorite store.

Gave me a hard time about an item and even tried to lie to me about their policy without informing…read moreme prior to the purchase. I bought an item and came less than an hour later to return it unopened and they turned me away. The only reason I got the refund is because I came consistently that day. It's overpriced anyway. I wouldn't recommend this place integrity wise. My advice is to notify customers about return policies if they are specific

Had a great experience overall with this place! Not sure why the low rating! I ordered through the…read morewebsite literally only the day before, which frankly I thought was too late to order an edible arrangement. I was getting a large birthday bouquet and had it for pickup for the next day at 4:30pm. They actually called me the next day at 12:30pm to tell me that the bouquet was already ready for me to pick up. I was surprised that they were able to make it so early and have it ready. They told me that they made it early to assure flexibility in my schedule, I appreciated that. It was also super easy to go in and pick up from the bouquet. Since everything was prepaid through the website. The whole process was really simple, and I have no complaints! I would recommend ordering through the app for ease!!

I would not recommend this location for a time sensitive delivery. I placed an order at 11:33 a.m…read more and specifically selected the advertised One Hour Delivery because it was going to a preschool. The order was never delivered that day and never even progressed to "Crafting your order." After spending hours contacting corporate customer service and having multiple support requests opened, I canceled the order myself the following morning and requested a refund. Afterward, I noticed several reviews reporting similar delivery issues, including another one hour school delivery. This clearly made me more concerned about the continued advertising of one hour delivery. My suggestion is to document everything and contact corporate rather than spending your day repeatedly calling the store. Yelp reviews may help warn other customers, but I also filed complaints with the BBB and FTC regarding the advertised delivery service. The FTC can determine whether the advertising practices warrant further review. If you pay for or rely on One Hour Delivery and it is not honored, document your experience and report it through the appropriate consumer channels. This was a business delivery, so if they don't care about businesses I'm sure they don't care about individual requests

I walked in and was immediately greeted. They had a large amount of pre-arranged flowers but I…read morewanted something specific. They didn't hesitate to help me. I walked out very happy with my custom made arrangement which was completed in about 20 minutes. Definitely recommend.

Thank you for the beautiful Christmas tree arrangement I received during Christmas week. The…read morearrangement was incredibly fresh and beautiful. It was perfect for my dining room table and lasted until the week after New Year's. I've always been pleased with anything that has come from your shop. I got so many compliments on the arrangement during our holiday celebrations.

An Absolutely Magical Find in Castro Valley!…read more If you love crystals, stop scrolling and go visit this incredible shop right now! The collection here is truly out of this world -- I have never seen such a stunning, thoughtfully curated selection of "healing stones" in one place. What makes this store next-level, though, isn't just the crystals it's the owner. His knowledge is unbelievable. He doesn't just know the metaphysical healing properties of every single stone, he can also tell you how they were formed, where they come from, and the story behind them. Talking with him feels less like shopping and more like a personal consultation. He takes the time to really listen and figure out exactly what you need, whether that's something to wear for personal energy and beauty, or a statement piece to enhance the feel of your home. You can tell this isn't just a job for him -- it's a genuine passion and gift, and it shows in every interaction. I walked in curious and walked out feeling completely cared for, educated, and excited about my new stones. If you're anywhere near Castro Valley, do yourself a favor and stop by. You will not find this level of expertise and heart anywhere else! 2793 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94546 (510) 298-5227 Open daily, 11AM-7PM Highly, highly recommend!

Beautiful magical shop full of crystals and jewelry and anything you might want to get for yourself…read moreor for a family member as a gift. The quality and the beauty can't be beat . The selection is huge lots to choose from . Very knowledgeable owners can't help you find what you might be looking for . Give this place a try you will be glad you did .