Mercy occupies a valuable niche a ways down from WGACA and a ways up from Crossroads. Solid on…read morestyle and condition and selection. The dry cleaner's rack of denim often hides a lost gem. Fun sunnies and shoes and you-never-know-what. Just as likely to discover a sweet JC Penny suede jacket as a Balenciaga beaut of gossamer glam.

been visiting Mercy since it was on San Pablo back in 90s. My daughter & friends were interested in…read morevintage, Karen was incredibly helpful & kind to these teenagers. i always try to purchase gifts @ Mercy, it's a memory. Today the employees at latest College Ave location were rude & indifferent, very sad experience overall. Sandra

Amazing store, the best in town. They are very helpful when it comes to customer serviceread more

My favorite sneaker shop in Berkeley area. I drove from Sacramento there multiple times. I even…read moreflew from Florida(vacation) recently because I won their raffle and they promised to hold my pair for me. Very straightforward guys working there and they make the transaction pretty smooth and easy. Gallery is very organized and well priced. Definitely recommend.

My new go-to spot for jeans shopping!!…read more Before shopping at Maple Street, I'd never had an experience trying on jeans that didn't have me on the verge of tears afterwords. That was, until I stopped into Maple Street. The owner and staff are INCREDIBLY knowledgeable about their stock and how to solve common problems about fit that femme bodies run into with jeans. I've never shopped at such an uplifting, body-positive space before-- the attitude the entire time they helped me find my perfect pair was never that my body was the problem, the jeans just weren't the right cut for what I wanted! If you're looking for a quality pair of jeans picked out with the help of experts, look no further.

The customer service was so bad. I was just trying to find some jeans and she was so rude about itread more

Very nice stuff. I wish there were more tops with a tapered, flattering fit--they're all very boxy.read more

I always loved visiting Old Yak Bazaar! We need more fair trade stores, and this is one of my…read morefavorites--thoughtfully curated with a calming aura. They have a great selection of unique/cute/pretty items (art, jewelry, clothes, decor, greeting cards, etc.) that I could easily spend over an hour poring through, even though the physical shop is small. I love that all their items are fair trade or made in the USA, all ethically made! Every purchase supports a good cause. The owner is friendly too; he'd always make a point to say hello with a warm smile. He also tolerated the many times I spent forever browsing through the shop while on a grad-student budget (that is to say: waiting for special occasions to make my purchases). I never felt rushed--just welcomed.

I stopped into Aiken in search of the perfect white tee and found a shop that's definitely worth a…read morevisit. They have shirts galore, including some really cool Japanese-inspired pieces with a more unique, elevated vibe, plus a thoughtfully curated selection of shoes and clothing. I ended up picking up a men's tee that fit surprisingly well. It was made in Portugal (always a bonus), had a soft hand, and the fabric weight felt substantial and better than many white tees I've tried. I can't wait to wear it. The person helping me, who I think may have been the owner, took the time to explain how he selects the brands and pieces for the store. Hearing about that thoughtful buying process made me appreciate the shop even more. It's refreshing to find a boutique that puts so much care into what they carry.

Aiken is a new retail boutique for women and men. Good designers. Great fabrics. I saw a lot of…read moreshirts I liked and was able to resist enough to only walk out with one on my first visit to the store. They have some cute lamps and other home goods, jewelry, and shoes too. Aiken opened on February 14. But it's not really new long-time shoppers on 4th Street because the owner of the store has owned other businesses on this charming retail strip in West Berkeley. Very friendly staff. Dog-friendly with treats.

This western store has been here for so many years and ive recently connected more of my biological…read morepast and found out we come from farmers in our family. I will be buying most of my work clothes and hats at this shop. Great quality products

great service and Bill and staff knowledge is great Bill…read moremakes movie hats and been in Mythbusters

Artelar is a cute traditional authentic clothing brand ran by Eva and her family. All their…read moregarments are hand made and of high quality. Eva's weaving traditions have been passed down through her Zapotec lineage for a few generations. The store carries unisex clothing for men and women and a few traditional ceramic items from Mexico. They also carry blankets, baskets, and other items. The staff alongside Eva are very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable on their items. Artelar is a local business in Temescal alley. Please support them and their heritage by stopping by and spreading the word of their business. They are mostly open on weekends from 12- about 5pm

Really nice selection of woven clothes, textiles, napkins, pillow cases and the like from a…read moremulti-generational family business in Oaxaca. Eva - part of the family - is helpful and knowledgeable.

Roy is the man. Check this place out, great selection and he will surely have a great conversation…read morewith you as well

We were headed to a concert at the Greek Theater when we realized we left our jackets at home…read more Being on the fluffier side, it's tough to find spots that carry 2X or larger, but we found this place on Google and knew it was worth a shot. The shop has a gate out front--which is a little different than what we're used to--but once we rang the bell, a friendly gentleman let us in and welcomed us warmly. Inside, we found a solid variety of larger-sized jackets, vests, and workwear. We ended up grabbing a Carhartt light jacket and a heavier plaid one. At checkout, we were helped by an older gentleman who was personable and easy to talk to. Great service, solid selection, and just an overall good experience. Highly recommend for anyone in need of quality workwear, especially if you need extended sizes.