It's funny - Bank's not one of those places I normally stop on my sprees through town, but whenever…read moreI am in here, I find something I want to buy. Take today, for instance, I have a quick browse, thinking that bags with shiny, reflective things really aren't my taste at all, and the next thing you know, I'm in the fittng room trying on a new top. And I love it and have to buy it. Sigh. Anyway, this Bank on Queen Street is much more comprehensive than its sister store in Cardiff Bay. The lower ground floor houses the men's clothing, while the ladies' items take over the ground floor. With brands like Gio Goi, Lipsy and Heaven Sent (a line exclusive to Bank), Bank offers a wide range of clothing to suit younger clientele. The staff here are helpful, and I always like it when I don't have to wait ages for the next available dressing room (weirdly though, the fitting room attendant took my top's hanger before allowing me in).

A brand new store taking over JD sports old store on the high street. Its shiny and new and like…read moreall things new a little bit exciting, at least for a few minutes! I guess I would describe Bank as hip/street with plenty of designer branded fashion. It has sports brands like Addidas classics and rebook and street brands like Red and Dead, Henleys and Superdry. Admittedly there was lots of stuff that I liked especially the shoe selection but it did feel a bit like it was trying too hard to be cool which kinda irritates me, but then all shopping generally irritates me!

This is the most helpful shop in Cardiff if you're after a new stereo, amp, or other audio and…read morevisual goods. They know their kit and their brands, and can offer really sound advice according to your budget. From basics such as speaker cabling through to full sound systems, TVs, DVD players and recorders, they offer good price deals and don't try to push the most expensive products down your throat. They stock a good range of well-known brands and don't talk down to you if you know little about electrical equipment. You might be able to match or even better their prices online, but you just won't be able to benefit from their expertise. If you see something you like, however, grab it there and then - as stock often flies out of the door not long after it arrives.

This is the kind of shop that will have a never-ending supply of teenage boys pressing their noses…read moreup against the glass. Once upon a time they were the be all and end all in tape recorders, then they moved on to CD players, and now it's all about Ipod docking stations. Basically, Richer Sounds always manages to have the most modern equipment on the general market, and they always keep with the times (unlike some of the other such stores in the area). Because this is quite a small little place on Cowbridge Road East (an area I remember from my childhood as having seen better times), there is a sense of community spirit; clearly they've managed to build up a nice little network of loyal clientele. But this shop is run by people who know their stuff and are clearly passionate about getting the right products on their shelves, and knowing what brands are best for them and their customers. A good place to consider in the epic hunt for your next electrical item.

I went to select a few items off clothings I got lovley bargains and Clare was very helpful and…read morefriendly.There was lots off sales on offer.I always come here .the service I always get is Excellent and very good value.they have a lot off selection.

Being a male, I have no desire to shop here, but being a male in a relationship, I often have to…read moregrin and bare this shop as my other half always seems to find some kind of bargain in it. From what I've gathered from here it is a very nice shop. I always get the imopression the staff are friendly, but due to limited interaction with them, I may be wrong.

The last time I was in here was before the center was basically torn down and rebuilt as the new St…read moreDavid's mall connected to the Queens Arcade. This was a nice House of Fraser and I had some very helpful staff members who assisted me looking for warm winter coats and Green Tea scented stuff. They were very helpful and I managed to get everything I needed despite feeling like I had to walk around all of 2 floors to do it :-) It was a pretty much standard Huse of Fraser though and really they don't vary too much from city to city unlike Debenhams where I found laver bread, a Welsh specialty and other Welsh foods on sale (which would not happen in Oxford or London!).

High end department store (part of the House of Fraser chain) that has a truly irresistible food…read morehall downstairs selling high quality, fresh produce and deli items. There is also a confectionary area and a corner for continental and American imports. The wine hall (next door) sells a massive array of delicious wines, champagnes and spirits including Welsh brands like Penderyn, Brecon gin etc. Moving on from the food and drink area there's a large stationary range (Paperchase) and huge cosmetics section seeling all the top brand like Creme de mer and Origins. Big clothing range fill up the remaining floors of the building and a large crockery and electronics section downstairs. Everything you want under one roof!

If your buying a gift and there's a possibility you might need to return the item then go somewhere…read moreelse. Warren James have a no refund policy. They like to take your money and run. A bit odd when the business they're in is predominantly selling gifts that may not be wanted. They don't tell you this when purchasing either. They also charged me for a gift bag which I didn't get. After contacting customer services I found that they were as helpful as a hole in a parachute. I will definitely avoid them in future. Someones going to get a bargain on ebay.

Warren James is a lovely Jewellery store situated in Kingsway Shopping Centre. You can notice it by…read morethe glass display, and plenty of shimmering gold and silver to glisten in your eyes as you walk past. You can't help but want to go have a look at their organised and very sophisticated display of such beautiful jewellery ranging from rings, earrings, necklaces, pendants etc. It's not a very big store, but it is big enough and staff are very helpful and also offer to put your jewellery in a giftbox and bag, if it is meant for a gift. Obviously you have to pay for this too.

This local games has long been one of the go-to hubs for second-hand games and collectables. They…read moreprovide a huge range of various games and DVDs, alongside other activities such as Lego, Warhammer and Model Trains. You can find some good bargains in here however I myself would never trade anything in with them as, like most game stores, the price they offer you is a tiny fraction of the price they will attempt to sell it. For example I once asked how much they pay for standard Lego Mini-figures, they offered me 10p each, when they sold them at £1 each. This may be due to more local competition opening up. I can't imagine it's very easy for them with two large chains nearby Some of the staff here are quite friendly while others can come across as quite rude. It depends who serves you and probably how much you are spending.

A fantastic shop. I went there to check it out when we went to Weston-super-Mare for the day, and I…read morewas just stunned with the selection they had, and the helpful staff. When you see it outside, it looks like your standard shop, but when you walk in, a wonderland of geekness is what you are behold. I was just there for the games, and I walked out with a nice little collection of games which U was pleased about. I will definitely be going back there when we go back to Weston, and I encourage anyone else in the Weston area to check it out. It's just down a road from the coast.

I am a bit perplexed by the lackluster reviews here. I was in from the US looking for an adapter…read morefor my Mac last year when ours died during our trip. The staff was helpful in finding one at a reasonable price. I had inadvertently left my new camera (purchased elsewhere) on the counter when fishing for my wallet in my purse. I came back looking for it several hours later looking for it and one of the salespeople had it stored safely out of view. He returned it to me once was able to describe the make and model along with the most recent pictures stored on it. The staff was also extremely appreciative when we had dropped off a thank you gift to them. Overall, we had a very good experience with the store. They have a good selection at a reasonable price in a prime location. I don't understand the prior reviewers comments about it being "depressing and grey". It is reasonably well lit and everything is easy to find. Perhaps he still hasn't gotten over the closure of Dixon's. :(

Being the gadget connoisseur that I am, my travels have often involved visiting the new Currys in…read moreSt. Davids 2. It has been much needed as since the close down of Dixon about 3 years ago there hasn't be a dedicated electrical store in the centre since. I've bought a set of headphones (great), Some batteries (Useful) and nearly bought my Mac from there (luckily escape). Prices seem fine here and are not marked up from the general RRP of equipment. The shop seems very grey and depressing though and doesn't grab you to pull you in if your walking past. The products are all lined up in quite long rows and are easy to find and play with. Staff are very nice here but are oh so annoying. Within the 2 minutes I was in their last week looking for a router, I was asked by 3 separate members of the Currys family "If I'm ok". Not cool when your as miserable as me and a world record in customer bothering.

This newsagents shop is so much bigger than it looks from the outside!! I visited it twice today on…read moretwo different occasions (the first time to buy a paper and the second to browse) and I was impressed by the good service and very large selection of newspapers and magazines. Everything is laid out so nicely too in a very eye-catching way with unusual curved display racks going down the centre of the floor space. In addition to papers and mags, there are plenty of local books, stationery (including school/college items), and, around the corner at the back, good quality greetings cards. Some jigsaws for sale as well and a full range of confectionery.

It's a great newsagents,well stocked and displayed nicely , equipped with everything one needs, yet…read morethe staffs curt and standoffish behaviour is less desirable. They are so rude,inpolite and miserable that they made my partner & myself feel very uncomfortable.NO please & thank you's were mentioned ,it takes nothing to show a few manners especially whilst dealing & working with the public. How do these people get jobs? they make victor meldrew look happy. It's a shame as the shop itself is very good,but the employee,s have really put me off.