Fun place with great gifts. The owners are there frequently and are always willing to assist with great gift ideas.

I have been to this gift shop about once before. I found a Christmas piece ..a tv diorama with music. Saccharine sweet. In Hayes Valley. It's noted as Legacy. read more

F. Dorian - Arts & Crafts Near Me - San Francisco, California

Best for wonderful art,gifts,and unique jewelry. An absolutely lovely store! The owners and staff are great! Super good guys and very helpful. The best!!!!! read more

What a lovely place with wonderful art and decoration and delightful owners and employees! I recently purchased two paintings that spoke to me and experienced kind and professional customer service from the owner himself. The selection is very wide, so there's really something for everyone and the prices are absolutely reasonable and again, at a range, so there are options for every budget. F. Dorian is also a fantastic place to get unique gifts for hard-to-shop-for friends and family. And the Christmas ornaments!? Look at this piano! Complete with a lid that opens and a pin with a hinge - it's ridiculously adorable and high quality. I will shop again! read more

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My favorite go to spot to buy chocolates Nextdoor and then stop by here to buy a one-of-a-kind necklace. Superb staff who's not in your face and lets you browse, but also gives you background in terms of the materials. I love all the pieces I've gotten from here. read more

F. Dorian carry many unique, beautiful decorative items and jewelries. It's conveniently located near Davies Symphony hall, SF Opera & Ballet and SF Jazz. I love stopping by the store and looking for lovely items in the store whenever I'm in the neighborhood! Store managers are always friendly and helpful. During the holiday season, you'll find cutest Christmas ornaments there. I love collecting them and add new ones every Holiday season. read more

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Like Valencia Street from 15th to 23rd streets, Hayes Street between Franklin and Laguna is an "only in San Francisco" retail gulch. The artisans represented in shops like F. Dorian (and Maker and Moss, next door) are either local residents or are consigned from great, known and authentic sources. If you want edgy urban art, or gorgeous, eclectic ceramics, textiles and glassware, hand-crafted with sharp, contemporary eyes and a one-off authenticity, then shop here. I bought my first piece from Dorian in 1987, and haven't stopped yet. The gorgeous glasswares from nouveau hipster Portland/Seattle studios or village-scale master foundries in Mexico and Italy, are especially worth a visit, as are the Christmas and Hanukkah ornaments. read more

F. Dorian - This grain-grinding stone is typical of the unduplicated, rustic elegance glowing from all of F. Dorian's offerings. - Arts & Crafts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love, love, love F Dorian!!! They have the most wonderful things and I never leave without buying something. The Christmas displays are the best in the city. The jewelry and accessories are top notch (hi Patricia Locke!) and the objets are beyond lovely. Great place for gifts and home decor. read more

My new go-to gift store. There's always something unique, charming, fun (possibly laugh out loud fun) and well priced. Great staff - always informative and never ever pushy. I love this shop! read more

Came in 3 years ago, while on vacation, and remembered it 3 years later. A stunning and classy store with unusual exquisite one-of-a-kind jewelry, scarves, etc etc - I came in wishing I'd bought one of the necklaces 3 years ago - and... there were several more from same artist here today - so finally bought one. If you only visit one craft or jewelry store in San Francisco - it should be this one. And thank you, Bert - the most helpful and kindest salesperson ever. read more

This is my "go-to" shop when I want to gift myself something special. I go to shop here for my birthdays, anniversaries and when I acquire a new client and want to congratulate myself on a job well done. I love the selection of high-end wearable art from their highly curated selection of very talented artists. Many of the pieces are one-of-a-kind, so you won't see yourself "coming and going". I've received many compliments on the pieces I've purchased there over many years. I'm an "accessory queen" and this meets my needs to a "T"! I've also bought many lovely gifts for friends here. Their Christmas ornaments are wonderful too. I always purchase a few every year to give as gifts and keep for my own decorations. If you're looking for unique and different, try FDorian! For home decor and wearable art they're a perfect choice! read more

I purchased my first serious "treasure" in life 34 years ago at F. Dorian--in the same venerable shop on the same tree-lined block of Hayes Valley. Authentic cultural artifacts, unique jewelry, artisanal ceramics and and etched glasswork are all hand-crafted, whether rustic or elegant. This place is representative of San Francisco's many small-retail gems along Hayes Street, Mid-Market, Lower Haight, the Valencia Corridor, the Dog-Patch district around Third Street and 21st, and historic 24th-Street--both in The Mission and in Noe Valley, read more

F. Dorian - A Japanese hand-hammered iron bowl, African wrought-iron rooster, Calif. etched-blue champagne glasses, all from F. Dorian. - Arts & Crafts Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been a long time customer at this fabulous store. Not only does the store carry many unique items that won't be found elsewhere but the staff is always helpful, patient and willing to go the xtra mile for each customer. The jewelry selection is usually outstanding, with designs from very talented special artisans that I never see anywhere else. I can find small little stocking stuffers such as tiny tin cars from Africa to beautiful and unusual baroque pearl necklaces. If you like work by a particular artist, but want some variant, the staff will try to make that happen. In many ways, it's one of the best stores in the city---even if you only go to look. read more

What a wonderful shop! The owner, the manager, and the sales staff are all phenomenal. They are non interfering as they let you ooh and aah after looking at the varied wondrous items in this gallery setting. I have purchased a few great artisan made necklaces and they were so priced so reasonably that I try to stop in as much as possible on the way to dinner and symphony. Just don't expect to come out empty handed! They also carry unusual scarves, wood carvings, and glass items that literally blow you away. Stop in and drool. You won't be sorry, read more

Fun jewelry alert! Walking around Hayes Valley on a gorgeous sunny afternoon & the sparklie beads & baubles in the windows of F Dorian were calling my name There are local & non-local artists showcased & I got the coolest pair of blown glass earrings from a local artist & another pair of huge, yet super-light earrings from an Israeli artist.....I'm an 80s kid & gotta have the ginormous earrings. What can I say? They had all kinds of picture frames, knickknacks, & decorations all over the place - I saw an adorable sequined & glittered bird in its nest, a ceramic paperweight in the shape of a heart w/ the word "No" printed inside & beaded frames galore You'll find fun, whimsical, adorable & super-cool.....it's all in here & we can't wait to go back! Red & purple flamed earrings & bracelet....I'm talking to you! read more

Have you found yourself in a Mother's Day gifting quandary? Don't settle for simply a phone call! Get thee to F. Dorian, a special place that magically dissolves all your gifting woes. It was 5:00 pm, and I had T-minus 1 hour to find that perfect Mother's Day present. I ran out of my apartment like a bat out of hell down to Hayes Valley, hoping to find that special something to bring home that wouldn't require the demolition of my piggy bank. Thank Goodness F. Dorian delivered, and I was able to find not one, but two unique gifts. The two gentlemen that helped me were really sweet, and were even offering up free champagne to customers who all seemed to be having a great experience; whether they had partaken in these libations or not. When all was said ad done, Mom loved her presents, and I love that I'll have Mother's Day covered for years to come as long as they stay in business. Long live F. Dorian! read more

Perfect little boutique. I literally saw a sparkle out of the corner of my eye and had to go inside. Terrific array of pretty, distinct, peculiar, and special looking items. Jewelry, artwork, and fun pieces. Great place to look for a cool gift. Love my purple hummingbird. The tall guy working is very chic. Highly recommend. read more

This store had the worst customer service ever. I was in there with my 7 year old son and mom shopping for Christmas. On the way out I was showing my son his glass ornament his grandma had just purchased for him. I accidentally dropped the bag of two ornaments they had very poorly wrapped in thin bubble wrap. One of the ornaments broke. I told the clerk of the accident. I hadn't even asked for a replacement and he looked at me with contempt and simply said " well you dropped it!" No, "I'm so sorry we can't replace that because our store policy is..." No niceties or warmness at all. We left immediately leaving the broken ornament on the counter. My son was pretty upset. Merry Christmas to you too. Way to ruin our lovely day out with your distasteful customer service. This is the anti-holiday spirit store. PS...I just read other reviews of this place and coincidentally two other reviewers used the word "contempt" to describe how they felt they were treated by staff at this store. Apparently a common sentiment. read more

A bright colorful space featuring original and refreshing decorative pieces and jewlery from around the world.

There is no better place in the Bay Area to buy a unique and different Christmas ornament. Every year for the past few we've found something special to add to our collection in this store. This year it was a little ceramic penguin bell and a polar bear on a flexible flyer, plus a very cool bird-fairy character for our friend Amanda. We've found other great things here during Christmas seasons past, and this year we were sorely tempted by some German World's Fair Ride music boxes. read more

I've only been to this store around Christmas time, when they have the best selection of ornaments around. From the usual trains and baubles to traditional german pickle ornaments (In fact, when my fiancee asked me the name of the store the other day, the only name that came to mind was F. Pickle!), the selection runs the gamut . Since we went to the store a bit earlier this year (on small business saturday) we had room to actually browse around - and I found several interesting things- including some wallets and cufflinks made with parts of real MLB baseballs and bottle openers made from broken bats. I'll probably come back in the 'off season' to get some presents for people. read more

Specializing in ethnic art and antiquities, this store would be fantastic if only it were merchandised a little better. The range of glass and statuary is still very good, despite the lack of staging. read more

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I go there a lot, but try to avoid the place when I see the two older guys in there. They are the owners of the place. They are not nice people. Cold and unprofessional and have no clue about customer service, but rush, rush, rush. The other two guys are very nice, especially the younger one who has been there for about 3 years now. Occasionally I see a real find, but stay away from the Xmas stuff. You can get that at Macy's or in Chinatown, but for a lot cheaper. read more

Loved the etched glass decorative plates - they were so amazing - I couldn't believe someone did that with glass. They carry all kinds of unique items from local artists: home decor, jewelry, etc in a bright welcoming space. It's the perfect kind of a place to get a gift or splurge on something for yourself. read more

Fabulous jewelry shop I just discovered a year ago!! Very unique selection you'll never find anywhere else and Dan is marvelous - great great service and advice on buying what works with your needs!!! Look here for one of a kind and might I say show stopper necklaces!! Don't miss stopping here for the holidays. BABETTE read more

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I always go to this store at Christmastime. It's one of the few remaining delightful and beautifully decorated shops left that sell beautiful Christmas ornaments, jewelry, scarves, decorative and unusual items. I lust after most of their merchandise. I have never found the staff rude, nor cold. I think they are quite cordial and personable, not to mention professional. Most other shops I go into in SF, have staff that often doesn't even know anything about their own merchandise and often do not speak English well are completely mute and often on their phones. Yes this place does have lots of fragile items so free-range is parents ought to be mindful of their children. Not all things are toys meant for them. I will go here whenever I'm in the neighborhood. read more

This place is a real jewell box on Hayes Street! The staff is extremely polite, gracious, & highly knowledgable about their gorgeous merchandise! The store manager is truly a visual merchandising genius who can always entice you into making multiple purchases, so beware!! You'll simply fall in love with this gem of a store! If you can't find that perfect, unusual gift for your friends or family here, then it doesn't exist!!! A+++!!! read more

This store is amazing. I purchased several beautiful items for my home. The staff is super friendly and more than helpful and take a genuine interest and give great feedback. I love this store and will be back for myself and to purchase gifts. Almost everything in the store is beautiful and interesting. 5 Stars! read more

I came to this place few years ago and fell in love with it! I have a very specific & unique taste and I find everything that I love here with affordable price and excellent service! Most items they sell are unique and one of kind and out of ordinary!!! They make an effort to get to know you & tailor to your needs with no pressure trying to make you buy something. Love love them! My apartment is filled with their treasures read more

This is the third time that I have visited this gallery and as usual, I was not disappointed. The collection is unique and well curated. I can always find a special gift for a friend, my mom -- and a little something for me :) I took my mom in on Sunday and they treated her so well. Love to shop here! read more

Finally a fun refreshing place to go for drinks and food where you can actually TALK to your friends in the Marina! I've gotten tired of the countless fratty bars in the marina. the tartare is unreal and who doesn't love a good raw bar. The alibi is one of the best drinks i've had in awhile. Can't wait to see how this place transforms the neighborhood culture! read more

Fabulous, colorful, creative jewelry. Owners are the nicest and get to know their customers. My mom and I buy much of jewelry here. Great for all occasions. read more

Perhaps a nice store... As long as you don't have a child with you. The carnival window display drew our 18-mo.-old and us in. But, while we were carefully looking at Christmas ornaments that were at eye-level of our son, the store clerk/owner appeared, asked if he could help us, and suggested, with contempt, that a broken string on one of the ornaments was the doings of our son. A bit later, after the clerk had walked away, I quietly and casually said to our son, "Why don't we go out for a walk?" The clerk somehow overheard us and snidely commented, "Now, that's a good idea." If this store is going to be so unwelcoming of children, I suggest they not have a child-inviting window display and ornaments at a toddler's eye level, among other things. read more

the pieces are tastefully chosen. The prices are beyond incredible. I am quite pleased with this gallery and, even though I live in Southern Cali, will be doing most of my holiday shopping here... read more

Interesting, different, reasonably priced jewellery. Lovely objects, nice glass, great place for gifts, lots to see. Its got a lot of intersting and unusual stuff I haven't seen anywhere else. I've been there twice and there's a attitude from the staff - I ignore it but its tought to feel contempt when you'respending your money in their store. I'd go back and tough it out though. read more

So much great and unique stuff in here. wide variety of items and price ranges.