Goodies is definitely one of those places that is near and dear to me…read more Once I started to get into furnishing my own space, I really wanted to focus on intentional pieces as well as high-quality without breaking the bank. And goodies checks off all those boxes. Whether it's a beautifully crafted or sourced marble stands, that's a perfect addition to a bookshelf, really great plates, a Matcha set, or my personal favorite, random vases goodies has it all. I would also keep an eye out on their Instagram so you can get their harder pieces, like the ladder, stools, as well as great teakwood, charcuterie boards.

Absolute must stop by. Love this little store in Atwater. Lived near this store for many years and…read morewent by periodically, because they always had new inventory, amazing items, high quality goods and not expensive, in addition to having a sale section. Nice display of home interiors items, such as kitchen goods, gorgeous baskets, nice ceramics, sometimes ladders. We saw a beautiful leather chair at the front of the store and we were able to contact the seller. had to wait a few months for the color we wanted, but finally got our gorgeous chair which was displayed at Goodies. Parking on street.

Great Japanese pottery shop specializing in Japanese plateware, bowls, match tea accessories,…read morechopsticks and many fine decorations for the home crafted with Japanese expertise. Fun shop to visit if you like all things Japanese!

Utsuwa-No-Yakata is a Japanese pottery store specializing in kitchenware and small gift items…read more The prices were rather reasonable, and their offerings are quite varied and attractive. The store clerk was friendly and helpful in finding items we purchased. This store is definitely a must if one is looking for an unique piece, such as serving bowls, plates, sake & tea sets, and more.

I had a wonderful time browsing the many unique Japanese products. The shop had a lovely, natural…read moreatmosphere that made me feel very relaxed. I highly recommend it!

Cute tiny store that sells interesting Japanese goods, but wayyyyy too overpriced for what they…read moreare. Store layout and aesthetic are beautiful. However the store staff are not very welcoming or warm - they just sit quietly at their desk on their iPhones and won't say anything to you until you buy something at the register.

30 years ago I remember seeing ornate beautiful dishes and lots of cds! now it seems they have a…read morefun, eclectic mix of stuff. there were practical things (like a veggie shredder & lots of tabi), cool postcards, clothing items & also displays by local artisans... which sort of gave it a gallery-like feel. we ended up purchasing an artisanal hoji-cha & an ear picker. LOL, had to get one.

We had some time to kill and so decided to peruse around Little Tokyo and stumbled upon this shop…read more They had a TON of fun Japanese gift items and decor like stationary, postcards, kitchenware, maneki nekos, origami paper, and so much more. They also had a lot of traditional items/supplies for tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and kimonos. I had fun looking through all the items as it brought me back to our summer in Japan. Apparently they have a long standing history in LA, having opened in 1946 after World War II. The shop occupies the site of the first Japanese-owned business in Los Angeles, circa 1890's. Pretty cool! I have a soft spot for everything animal shaped and soo.... I picked up a fun/odd felt tiger Christmas ornament, a cat pen, and a super cute bronze cat shaped spoon that hangs on the side of your cup. Did I need it? No.... but it's fun and makes me happy. Haha! Overall, great shop to browse around and find some unique gift items. They even wrap up your purchases in paper bags like they do in Japan. I LOVE IT!

Walking into this store felt like finding the love of my life. The space is so beautifully curated…read moreit instantly calmed my nervous system. It feels more like a respected museum or library than a shop, every item thoughtfully chosen, every tool purposeful and refined. I picked up a deliciously scented Belgian soap bar and immediately felt the need to go back for the Gentle Night perfume. I honestly wanted everything. The staff was kind and helpful. Prices are on the higher end, but rightfully so. The quality and curation are unmatched.

A true gem. Beautiful Japanese houseware to elevate your everyday. I try to visit each time I am…read morein town.

Came by again with a friend and got some food. We split the Let's Not Meat sandwich. It's a veggie…read more& vegan sandwich, made with vegan pesto. Music to my ears as I typically can't have pesto due to the cheese (lactose intolerant). The sandwich was really good, flavorful and had lots of healthy ingredients, and I didn't even miss having meat. The bread was really nice and fluffy too. I also like that you can have the option to just get half or get a whole sandwich. Such friendly service here too! And a nice sunny little patio out front to hang out.

I'm addicted to the miso caramel latte's salty/sweet flavor profile. Good balance of coffee and…read moremilk. Please never change the recipe and keep it on the menu! I've found my favorite latte in the area.

I have sold numerous items with Recess. Marie, the owner is great to deal with. I have brought in…read moreseveral items and she sold 99% of the items she selected for consignment. She has a very good eye and knows what will sell. Their bookkeeping is honest and her share of the commission is fair at 50/50. The Crossroads Trading company in Santa Monica offered me $5 for a beautiful pair of Purple Label Ralph Lauren boots. I declined their offer. Recess sold them within a month of getting them from me and sent me a check for $150.

One thing I love about shopping in the Fairfax District is that you will find lots of cool vintage…read morestores here in the area. Recess was awesome. I purchased some lamps, and older vintage antiques here. Place has been around a long time. I also found some items to decorate my home with. Everything is relatively cheap, depending on what the items are. Service was good, and I had a good experience for my first time here.

I moved into the area a few months ago and slowly I've been making my way into the small…read morebusinesses, I had seen this place on Yelp and thought it looked like a cute store to visit. I went in yesterday and there were 2 employees there, no one greeted me. It was silent and awkward as I was the only one in there. Also, the photos are from a few years ago and it looks like the aesthetics of the place had changed a bit from what I was expecting. They had a variety items from sage, to cards to clothes but nothing caught my eye.

Lovely store, sewers right on location, very cool. For sure stop in if you're in the area or make a…read morespecial trip like I do!

Super rude place. 3 people sitting down literally ignoring…read more Not one person greeted me and watched them go up to others. There were several art books would have possibly been interested in, but just an unfriendly spot I didn't want to support. Maybe they thought I didn't have money :)

OK is by far my favorite store in all of Los Angeles -- actually, in all of the world. Everybody…read morewho works here is genuinely lovely, knowledgeable, patient, and kind, and it's truly such an oasis of joy and humor and intellect. The selection of items is so unique and special; I buy all my gifts here and the recipients are always blown away by the creativity of the gifts and also the AMAZING GIFT WRAPPING (I apologize for likely being the source of my paper cuts). OK the Store is a true godsend and we are all so lucky to live in a world where such a gem exists.

I had such a great experience at Potted! The store is much bigger than I expected- so much to…read moreexplore. The selection is fantastic- I went in looking specifically for aquarium friendly plants and left with such an awesome selection! And I feel like it was all reasonably priced too! Bianca immediately welcomed me in and was so approachable- I'm new to the plant world and she was WONDERFUL! Bianca and Matt were incredibly helpful, and Matt especially impressed me with his plant knowledge. He really knew his stuff and made the whole experience even better! Parking can be a little tricky, but I found street parking right out front without too much hassle. Totally worth it. Highly recommend!

accidentally stumbled upon this magical, vintage place! this shop is very big and there's lots of…read morethings to choose from. if you love plants, this is the place to go to!! the decorations are everything, I enjoyed just browsing and observing how things were displayed. hope to come back and buy something!