you'd think the wife's coven would run on Druid Standard Time, but instead of celebrating the…read moreWinter Solstice, for reasons I've been unable to discern, they're partial to Julian calendar events. long story short, that's how we wound up candle shopping New Year's Eve. she and son #4 (turns out Wiccans are as fertile as Catholics) have been regulars for years. my curiosity aroused, I asked to tag along. SOULSCAPE GIFT & BOOKSTORE's smallish and quirky with lots of cool stuff. everybody we talked with there was gregarious and engaging. easy to see why my two familiars are regulars. as long as I'm not bound in leather zip ties while they research local bogs for a ritual sacrifice, I going to try not to stress about it. besides, the joy of being turned into a pumpkin is not nearly as exciting as advertised.

I love SoulScape and always stop by and browse when I'm in Encinitas! They have beautiful healing…read morecrystals along with greeting cards and incense which makes the store smell so good! The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly and I can't wait to come back and shop!! A+++

Grounded is a sweet store!!! You can go in there a dozen times and still discover cute things you…read morehaven't seen before. Grounded sells everything for the home, and office, for all budgets. We actually used the store owner, Juli, for interior design of our complete remodel. She has vast experience in furniture, space planning, and all the current design trends. We also had her select all paint colors, lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures, flooring, tile, you name it if it was a textile or a color she was selecting it. Juli uses her vast network of suppliers and passes along her discount pricing to her clients. We interviewed several interior designers before meeting and selecting Juli, and we highly recommend her for your interior design needs!!!

This is a beautiful store with home furnishings and lotions and accessories. I bought Yuzu CBD…read morelotion and it smells so good. The cashier was nice but the owner had a nasty cough and wasn't covering her mouth. I hope I don't get sick!!

Love their stuff, especially their clothes. The only problem is that 90% or more of the beautiful…read moreclothes you see are all "one size". 'One size' usually does not fit anyone nicely... too large for small people, and too small for large people. It seems like just a very cheap way to go when there are whole stores of clothing offering everything in just 'one size' (and Coco Rose is certainly not the only store to do this). It is just frustrating and annoying and disappointing to see clothes you love and can afford but know the one size option is not gonna work. I can not understand why there can not be at least 3 sizes made, such as XS/S, M/L, and XL/XXL to give people more options. Other than that, its a cool store with friendly employees and decent prices for being in a tourist area.

Store is neat and staff is polite, but the selection is just okay--nothing you can't find…read moreelsewhere. Heads up: Google sent me to a back lot/incorrect entrance, so plan on a few extra minutes or call for directions.

Located right along the 101 in Downtown Encinitas, there's a cute, open market. There were around…read more20-25 vendors selling clothes, jewelry, health food and more. My sister found a couple shirts from the various vendors and I got a permanent bracelet from Hara Jewels. I was torn between the permanent bracelet and the charm bracelets she has, but I'll definitely be coming back for one of those bracelets. Everyone was friendly and open to negotiating on prices (when it came to the clothes). They are open Saturday's and Sunday's until 4pm!

Cute concept, but needs more vendors. The jewelry vendors had some cute stuff.... But just needs…read moremore

I was looking for a gift shop with a little more authenticity than just having typical city-themed…read moremagnets and such, and the name "Art N Soul" seemed to be exactly what I wanted! I was sold after previewing a few of the photos on the website- handmade candles, trinket bowls made with CA sand, and beautiful jewelry. The shop had everything I had seen online and so much more! Friendly service, high-quality items, and a great variety. Beautiful vibes! And now that I've read more about their mission of supporting local artists and non-profits, I love them even more

I finally got to check this amazing store out...they have interesting hours...very Encinitas of…read morethem! They support local artists and really care about supporting the local art scene so when you walking down 101, make sure you stop in here! The owner, Cindy, is a fascinating, wonderful woman. It took me three tries to get to the store but when I got there and she was about to close, she stayed longer to make sure I could check out the entire store. They have everything from jewelry to photography to canvases and clothing. Anything you can think of, you should check it out! I really loved this place and would definitely bring my friends and families there!

I absolutely love this boutique! They have the cutest outfits. Everything is so stylish, on trend,…read moreand reasonably priced. While there are a few higher-end pieces, it's definitely not your average overpriced boutique. Their clothes, accessories, and even the home goods are adorable and thoughtfully curated. Sophie, the owner, is so sweet, friendly, and genuinely personable; she makes the shopping experience even better. 10/10 would recommend Salt Culture!

By far my favorite boutique! The owner, Sophie and the Salt staff are wonderful and extremely…read morehelpful! All around great experience and will definitely be back! 10/10!!

I'm obsessed with this store! So so lucky now that I no longer live in California that at least I…read morecan shop online! AMAZING STORE! Here are some of the highlights in my shopping cart currently: - mesa necklaces - figaro toggle clasp necklace - birdie xyclophone

Jewish Community Be Aware!…read more I walked in and right out -- unfortunately a very unwelcoming vibe. I was especially disappointed to see how many of their responses to reviews and post on social media are antisemitic.

Looooove this store. The selection is super cute! I want everything in this store. I have to…read morepractice self control not to buy everything. Luckily I found this store on the shop app so I can still shop there without physically having to be in san diego.

We've been coming here for years. The service is always super helpful and friendly. Just last week…read morewe stopped in to pick up some presents and Christine or Christina went out of her way to assemble and then wrap the perfect gifts. Their product mix is always special...not what you'd find at a big box retailer or toy store.

This is probably my favorite store in all of Encinitas, no joke! They have beautiful art and really…read morecute clothes in the back. I actually go mainly for the clothes and jewelry because they're so well-selected, delicate and unique. Every time I've been here, the staff is extremely friendly, attentive, prompt and kind. I feel like I'm truly valued and I appreciate that a lot. I tell everyone about this store - especially how great the clothes are - they have really high quality pieces and it's a hidden gem!

Love this store, the art and the abundances of original pieces that this store offers. .read more

This review is for the 'Mother's Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour' which is hosted by the San…read moreDieguito Art Guild/Off Track Gallery. I hope this review helps someone who is thinking about doing the tour. My mom and I enjoyed a wonderful day out touring 8 home gardens in the Encinitas area (2026). (A couple of the homes were in Carlsbad and one was in Olivenheim, the remainder were in Encinitas). I purchased the tickets on-line prior to the tour and showed the e-mail at the first house stop, where we received a color printed booklet that would be our ticket for the remainder of the tour. The booklet had a description and photo of each house, along with ads for the artists. You also have the option to pick up your booklet at the Off Track Gallery in Encinitas. The drive between some houses was a couple of minutes, and as much as about 8 minutes for others. This is where your GPS comes in handy! You can follow the order suggested in the booklet. I had studied the map before arrival and slightly adjusted the order for our convenience. Curb parking was always easy. Many of the houses featured pools. Some had art studios. One had chickens and goats. Another had some garden art and a photo opportunity. Some had views to die for. All of them featured a variety of plants, trees, flowers, succulents, cacti, shrubs, along with art vendors selling their wares and a table of finger foods. The variety of art ranged from jewelry, paintings and ceramics to mosaics, photography and fabric arts. Prices started at about $10 and went up into the hundreds and everything in between. All the talented vendors were very friendly and welcoming, although we felt bad when we walked away without buying something. We also met a couple of the house owners who were interesting to talk to. The complimentary food included fruit, crackers and cheese, cookies, cake, chips, hummus, water, lemonade and more. It was lovely to graze the food and sit for a bit and enjoy the surroundings. The home gardens were open between 10am and 4pm. We started at 10am and finished about 3:15pm. This included one house that permitted us to also see the interior, which was a pleasant surprise. We also stopped at a local grocery store to use the restroom as only one home had an available restroom for use. I highly recommend this tour if you get a chance. It's a unique way to spend Mother's Day weekend and you may see parts of San Diego that you've never seen before. It was definitely an eye opener to 'How the other half live'! You do quite a bit of walking and 'in and out of the car', so by the end you're quite tired, but my 78 year old mom did it! Be sure to wear comfy shoes and sun protection. Some areas of the gardens do offer shade, but not all. The photos attached are from the 2026 tour. I understand the homes change each year. We hope to visit the Off Track Gallery at a later date as it was closed by the time we got there after the tour, but we could see wonderful creations through the window. Helpful?

I love Off Track Gallery! Whenever I am looking for an original gift, I can always find something…read morehere. The gallery consists of a co-op of artists that rent space there to showcase their talent. They have everything from pictures to pottery and everything in between. I am big on buying from locals and supporting small business which is another reason that I like shopping here.