Fine plaza in Braintree. Some decisions the plaza have made…read moreI don't agree with, like the weird, weird, entrance, and having only one exit that is impossible to avoid a huge traffic backup on ANY day, but overall it's getting better. First, this plaza used to have a Borders Books, which I really liked, and wished stayed, but that company went out of business, which wasn't the choice of Atlantic Retail, who owns the "Marketplace @ Braintree". Guitar Center isn't really my thing, but I guess it was an ok place to put in the former Borders. Next door to Guitar Center, they have recently added a Five Below (maybe 2-3 years ago). Five Below is probably my favorite store in the plaza, technology, candy, gift supplies, arts & crafts, sports equipment, games, and other great stuff, for all under $5. Next, in the actual plaza there is a Petsmart, Sports Authority, Kmart- which is closing in January, to become a Nordstrom Rack & Saks 5th Ave (good move by Atlantic Retail, that dirty old Kmart needed a lift), ULTA Beauty, Bed Bath & Beyond, Babies R Us, Staples, GameStop, and Best Buy. All of these stores are all fine for the most part, just old, and not as clean or large as other locations in the area (such as BB&B, Best Buy, Petsmart). But overall, the Braintree Marketplace has a lot of good stores and has made this plaza a destination to go to in Braintree. I'm looking forward to Saks 5th Ave & Nordstrom Rack to open (as well as a restaurant). Located off Route 3 (Take Exit 17 for Union Street) on Grossman Drive. 4 stars.

Very nice little shopping area with a strip mall and a couple of other businesses within their…read moreparking lot. One of the stores you will find here is a Burlington Coat Factory which is a great department store to shop in and there is also a liquor store here as well. There is also a cosmetology school in the strip mall and if you are a gym goer there is also a gym. If you are looking to eat in a restaurant there is an IHOP location here to dine in for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Off to the side there is a Montilio's bakery with plenty of goodies for sale. You'll find pretty reasonable prices as far as the shopping and dining goes at this shopping center. The parking spots are very numerous here with all of the parking spaces clearly marked. The parking lot is very clean and well maintained. So whoever cleans this parking lot is doing their job well. It is always a pleasure to visit this shopping center.

Absolutely refuse to drive into this monstrous array of shops. People backing up without looking,…read morepeople almost getting hit by cars that are walking in appropriate spaces, people cutting each other off, etc. Also have noticed that the majority of the stores have prices that are much higher than the same stores in different towns. If your claustrophobic or fear a car accident or getting hit by a car, I would stay away from this place.

No matter what day or time these area shops can provide a multitude of shops to choose from. Not…read moreonly retail shops but choices for eating and enjoying the day here. A stroll around the large parking lot is a good way to see what stores are here and browse in each for something to purchase and bring home. The Whole Foods Market is definitely a huge treat for me to walk around then hit it last to find something to cook or snack or enjoy their most tastefully and expertly decorated baked items along with lots of breads to choose from. So Derby Street Shops is like a one stop shopping place. I like that and go home with everything I needed and wanted.

Decent little plaza in Quincy. Granite Place sits on a good…read moresized parcel of land in between three major roads in the busy city of Quincy, Granite Street, Hannon Parkway, and Burgin Parkway. The plaza has a large parking lot (especially for being in such a city-like area, where I would assume there would be extremely limited amounts of parking), and has a decent variety of stores. It never seems to be overwhelmingly busy, is easy to get in and out of, and even has an adorable, tiny Dunkin Donuts drive thru in the parking lot (might be 20 sq ft in size.... if that). While it did lose Party City recently (which opened in a different spot), it gained Dollar Tree, which is a one hundred percent benefit in my opinion! Some of the storefronts throughout this shopping center include Olympia Sports, Dollar Tree, TJ Maxx, Papa Gino's, DressBarn, Boston Market, and Burger King. For Quincy residents, this area is thriving since the city is large and throughout this is one of the largest shopping centers around. Decent spot to shop in the Quincy area, and convenient being near two grocery stores, Lowe's, Home Depot, BJ's and other retailers. Pharmacy across the street too. May not be the newest or nicest, but the setup works for the shape of this site. Access points are on Hannon Parkway and Granite Street. 4 stars for Granite Place.

Girl who answered the phone was rude and a b word other than that thanks for the shoesread more

I frequent this Nordstrom Rack in Braintree and the one in Westwood at University Ave quite often!…read moreIt can be hit or miss depending on the week. I mostly come here to check out new shoe inventory, usually HOKA, Brooks, and OnClouds that they have at discounted prices. For clothing, they have a decent selection: Free People, Madewell, ASTR the label, ALLSAINTS, Naked Wardrobe, Rag & Bone, Good American, Frame jeans, Paige jeans, and Joe's to name a few. Definitely some good finds can be found here & they run extra sales all the time!

This shopping center is on the newer side and is located right off Route 3A in Hingham near the…read moreWeymouth town line. The shopping center includes many other places surrounding the complex including a Marshalls, Stop&Shop, 99 Restaurant and many other spots, making this area a good destination. There is also Lowe's, Michaels, and Staples right down the road too. This shopping center includes more of the "higher end" type places, but also regular national retailers. It's honestly a good combination that can be attractive to all shoppers. Talbots, CVS, Old Navy, Ulta, and Bed Bath & Beyond just to name a few. Many restaurants surround the complex including Wahlburger's, AlmaNove, Panera, Menchie's (my personal favorite), BeerWorks and more. Two grocery stores, Trader Joe's and The Fresh Market are also both inside the complex. A movie theatre, Patriot Cinema 6 is also inside the complex. Not the most options around; however, a good assortment of places to go. Overall, I'd definitely come back here, it would just be better if all the places to shop in Hingham were closer together for convenience (Derby Street and here); however, I guess I shouldn't complain since that could cause traffic nightmares. Overall, it's nice and deserves a sold 3 stars.

Great place for a casual lunch - the kids loved checking out the decor & watching the boats leaving…read morethe marina :)