I've always had a positive expierence with Oh La La and their staff! I never feel pressured and…read morethey engage as you shop!

Oh la la is THE place for blinged out local HS gear!…read more My daughter is a huge fan of the yoga pants, headbands, and tshirts! I have had awesome customer service as I usually have to special order items!

I have purchased, and paid for, two pieces of furniture that the Bee Cottage was more than happy to…read morehold for me until I moved (the time frame was approximately two weeks). I was told to call and they would be happy to set up a date and time for me to pick them up and they gave me a card with the name and number of the gal to contact. I have made three calls to make those arrangements and none of them have been returned. They were also supposed to get a price on a lamp that was unmarked and then call me with that information and they did not do that either. I get that it's a once a month, flea market type sale, however, we are talking about customer service bottom line. They were happy to take my money, but evidently not to interested in delivering their merchandise. I would think twice before making any other purchase and certainly never buy something that I can't take with me.

Super fun, all kinds of different stuff for a variety of ages and interests…read more Staff is very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful

Absolute best toy shop!! Best selection and staff knows about every item in the store. They have…read morethe best recommendations. This is our go to spot for birthday gifts. They wrap gifts too. They also offer a "registry" where kids/parents can make a custom list for friends and family to shop from. We've done it for out of town family for Christmas! We are in the thick of the birthday party circuit and are at the store weekly

"Ace is the place with the helpful (menswear) folks."…read more Jokes about the neighborhood hardware chain aside, Ace General Store is a wonderful escape that's one part curated mens store and one part home furnishings cottage. Tucked away from the busy Water Street shopping area in downtown Excelsior, Ace carries a fantastic assortment of mens tees, sweatshirts, hats, jewelry, bags and grooming gear. I wish they had a location in Minneapolis proper (the vibe is perfect for the North Loop), but it's worth the drive. This will quickly become my go-to spot for mens gifts because they literally have everything you need to curate a unique gift set: Cool cards? Check. Unique candles? Yep. Affordably priced jewelry and grooming kits? Check and check. On a recent trip in I picked up a great gold bracelet, a locally-made wood storage crate for my dog's toys and a Huckberry tabletop fire pit, all for under $200 total. The bracelet is a great addition to my formal wear, while the fire pit is a nice fit for my small patio (clean burning using Isopropyl alcohol). The storage crate is short and durable, perfect for my dog to easily identify the toys he wants to play with. Service at Ace is excellent - All staff are super knowledgable of the products and will often tell you the artist or brand they're sourced from. I can't recommend them enough. Next time you're in need of a gift for the guy in your life, skip Target and head for Ace General Store!

want a reason to get outside of minneapolis here it is. though its a small shop its got plenty of…read moreitems inside worth your time to stop in. lots of basic menswear that would easily work for women as well. plus some fun and interesting home goods. also hand made leather belts by the owner. i dont know if you could ask much more from a shop in minnesota. next time you need some new clothes take the few extra mins to find this shop it will be totally worth it. what it might not have in quantity compared to malls or other big box stores it will make up in quality easily. give it a shot and you wont be disappointed.

The Lakes Running Company should be your go to spot for all things running + more!! They have an…read moreincredible shoe selection with knowledgeable employees who take the time to assess your needs and provide you with a variety of high quality options to best suit you. They can answer any questions, review your walk, and help ensure you leave with an amazing pair of shoes! In addition to running shoes, they also sell some Birkenstock products, various athletic apparel, some sports nutrition and an assortment of other items. They care about their customers and provide high value items while keeping a reasonable price. It's absolutely worth stopping in if ever taking a stroll through excelsior!

I still am a bit saddened that they moved to Excelsior from Minneapolis, they were so close to my…read morehome. That being said I still absolutely love them and have made the trek out to them on a number of occasions. They have been great supporters of so many of my running milestones from the first half to tackling the 10 mile races, they are amazing! When the Brave like Gabe shoes came out, I knew they were going to fly off the shelves and I messaged 3 running stores seeing if they had them on Instagram and The Lakes responded so fast and was able to put the shoes on hold for me (the other stores didn't respond for 1 day and 1 week!). I really appreciate how fast they are to respond!

Excelsior Bay Books is a nice stop for a day by the lake!…read more There was a good selection of new books, many of which were geared towards younger readers. The space was small but light and open. It was wonderful looking out onto the lake at the end of the street. The best part was the adorable bookshop poodle! Stop by for a lakeside view, some books, and a cute pup!

Really pleased with this independent bookstore right off the lake. I was visiting family from LA,…read morewhere hip bookstores abound. I was surprised by the wonderful selection, although there is more of an emphasis on YA and children's novels than what I'm used to. Ended up grabbing "So Much For That Winter," a book of novellas by Dorthe Nors. What struck me more than the book was the friendliness of the shop owners, a husband and wife duo. As more people stopped by, it was clear that there were many regulars. Both owners gave recommendations and welcomed people by name. Even as I was checking out, I was charmed that they wrote purchased books down on pen and paper. A true mom and pop bookstore. I hope to return the next time I'm in town - please support small businesses so gems like this can continue to make communities better!

Nice store with friendly service…read more Note - the largest size they have is a Large. Apparently no one in Excelsior needs a larger size. They do have some nice jewelry and cute accessories.

Staff and customers were all wearing masks if that worries you along with hand sanitizer. Great up…read moreto date styles that are not on the expensive side (bonus). I aLways check out the material so it will last longer than one time washing as some choices are on the cheaper side. Most importantly I always find something without fail.