When you first walk in the door, this shop appears to have the potential to be a small Williams…read moreSonoma or Sur la Table, but the similarities end when you spend a few moments trying to find something specific. Certain item sizes, colors, model variations, etc. are always "out of stock", leaving you frustrated that you wasted your time going to a brick-and-mortar store, and ultimately having to go home and order the product online. I tried to give this store a chance, but after many, many experiences like that over the course of several years, I have given up hope on Habitat entirely. I haven't been there for over a year, but the older (unfriendly) lady at the cash register outright lied to me about product availability, saying that a brand of bowl only came in the size and color they had in stock -- all while I was comparing other colors and sizes on my phone, available from vendors around the country. Sometimes they have something in stock in small quantities, and if you miss out, they may not have it again for months; and I don't mean obscure seasonal decorations, but cooking essentials that are needed year-round. Everyone complains that local stores are going out of business because of internet competition, but I think that's largely an excuse made by dud business owners. For example: right next door is Hobby Town USA which has an amazing supply of products, competitive prices with online giants, and the gumption to do special orders for rapid delivery if you need something they don't have. Habitat, by comparison, seems like a place that "wants to act" as if they're a serious cooking store, but then doesn't want to put in the effort or investment to stock the product quantities and varieties needed by true, hardcore foodies.

Very surprised no one's reviewed them yet. Habitat's been in Lincoln for ages; I have wedding…read moregifts from here. I really only check out the cooking side of the store; the home decor section is lovely but isn't what I came for. If you need several choices in size and brand for springform pans, or you want a wooden lemon reamer or a citrus zester, this is the place. They have free recipes set up in a drawer on a table; a select collection of cookbooks and foodie books; spices (Madagascar vanilla; no Tahitian, alas, but no one seems to carry that); a small selection of high-end chocolate bars; silicone baking sheets...well, it's a good gourmet cooking store and if that sounds like fun to you you'll love it.

Excellent customer service with a huge variety of fun and useful gifts from Nebraska!…read more I bought quite a few gifts from here: special seasoning "Misty's all purpose seasoning" Fun kitchen towels Let away chocolates Chocolate covered chips-Larry the Cable Guy ....even Reader Glasses (I needed these when my prescriptions broke during my work trip)! Check it out and purchase all your Nebraska gift fair from here!

Really nice selection of Nebraska knick-knacks and treats! The lady at the counter was the best,…read moretoo. Worth a stop!

Great location to buy cards and gifts. They have lots of good gift options for those people who…read moreare hard to buy for. Lots of little gifts and sympathy items for when people need cards for special occasions or sympathy. They are always very helpful when you need some ideas.

I usually don't have any issues at this location, I love visiting 5 below. Today however I had an…read moreemployee follow me up to the SELF checkout and told me he has to ring me up. I politely asked why because that was a first for me, not the mention the other people around me checking themselves out, and he got defensive and rudely told me that it's his job and his manager told him too. Not sure if this is a new policy or if I looked like someone who was going to steal a 5 dollar strawberry planter, just made me feel uncomfortable and untrusted.

They have a great selection of socks. All sorts of animals and occupations and pride! They have…read moresome other accessories too. But the socks in all sizes will have you ogling the walls for hours!

From the owner: socks gift and scarves for everyoneread more

What a fun store and space! I loved coming here to window shop and get Christmas gift ideas…read more The store was decorated from floor to ceiling. It's almost like a winter wonderland in there. I sensed a hippopotamus theme going on, super fun and festive. I didn't see many flowers, but couldve missed it. If you go to their instagram page, you'll find gorgeous flower arrangements. Very personal and professional. I believe they do big events too such as weddings. It looks like there is an event space there. My daughter and I had a rice crispy treat and eggnog matcha at the cafe. Everything was so good. I loved the games available for customers to play. What we purchased at the cafe was worth every single penny! We'll definitely come back for the Pinot affogato and food. The employees were extremely helpful and nice.

Their new shop is beautiful and now has a café. I came in right when they were about to close, so…read morethat's on my to-do list. I love taking their classes; so far, I've made wreaths, floor arrangements, and it's always just a fun way to learn a new hobby. They carry unique vases and accessories. They have arrangement sizes from small, medium, and large, and they also have a cold case where you can purchase their to-go arrangements for the day. Their prices are a little higher than creating your own, but they're beautiful and unique.