So happy to find this store where I can find a little of everything. We are working on an altar de…read moremuertos and found everything we need from Papel picado, to Calaveritas de azúcar and pre made mini altares. The owner was so nice and gave us amazing service.

Great store with many authentic beautiful gift items from Mexico. If you like religious candles,…read morephotos, statues, and rosaries there are many items with Jesus, The Blessed Virgin Mary, and Saint Michael to name a few. I will add some photos later of all the religious items that you don't find many places. Very friendly people who are so helpful to find just the right clothing, gift, pinata, etc, etc. See the store for yourself and something beautiful and colorful will catch your eyes everywhere you look!

If you're in a RUSH and have NO IDEA what you are looking for be PATIENT. They don't have a lot of…read moreemployees so helping clients can be time consuming. I call this place a ONE STOP SHOP! Find everything you need and then some! There's a saying in Spanish that saids "Bueno, Bonito y Barrato" which means great value for your money!! Have fun & imagine all that you CAN DO

I love coming to this place. I went to do my one stop shop. I'm appointed godmother to a baby, and…read moreI had to get all his stuff in under 2 weeks to prepare I came here. -Got ideas for favors -Bought his bible and candle -Ordered his personalized ribbon for his favors I spent under $50.00 They speak English and Spanish. So dont feel like an outcast, people here are real friendly

100% recommend getting your piñatas from here. They have a bunch of cute ones on hand any given day…read morebut if you come in a few weeks early you can get a piñata custom made to match any theme you can think of. VERY reasonably priced too - quality/options/price can't be beat

Love the handmade piñatas, made by the owner Magdalena. My daughter chose the watermelon one which…read morewas bright red and beautiful. Will come back in the future

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.

My favorite botanica. It was love at first sight. I'm a Santa Muertera, I went in looking for…read morestatues made in Mexico, and candles. I was not disappointed. They have an amazing selection of beautiful statues, from ones a few inches tall, to life sized ones. Most of the ones they carry are made in Mexico, and wrapped in clear plastic, or kept behind glass. If you practice just about anything, you understand why this detail is important. Prices on statues and candles are very reasonable. I do not practice any of the Yoruba religions, but they have a large selection of products for those who do. The employees are friendly and helpful. I plan to go again this weekend.

Didn't really feel welcomed, I felt like the lady didn't want me in there and she was kind of rude…read morewhen I asked questions. I get that something's might not be what you expect but if you have a shop you should be open minded to understand people ask questions for a reason. I still purchased and supported this store. I really have a respect for botanicas but I don't know if i'll be returning. Not that the owner would care she seemed like she wanted me out in a rush.

Thelma Harris is a boss -- and this gallery is in a class of its own…read more As someone who follows the Bay Area art scene closely, I can say Thelma occupies a segment nobody else locally holds: museum-quality Harlem Renaissance and WPA-era historical works alongside emerging and established contemporary artists, plus exclusive estate representation of William Tolliver. While most competitors focus solely on contemporary work, Thelma offers collectors real historical depth. She also holds the longest continuous track record of any African American gallery in the Bay Area -- over 35 years and counting, a legacy recognized by the Oakland Public Library and confirmed by the 2025 "Best Gallery in Oakland" award. Beyond the inventory, it's Thelma's warmth and professionalism that keep collectors coming back. She takes time to educate, guide, and build your collection with you. If you're serious about African American art -- or just discovering it -- this is THE destination in Northern California.

I was actually at the gallery because owners goddaughter was throwing her baby shower here (awesome…read moreand classy idea RIGHT!?!) That being said I met a lot of family and was able to explore the location, it's beautiful. Big beautiful and clean windows offer a great view of the main street and passerby. The gallery is an eclectic mix and I like that there's something everyone can get behind. The temperature was my favorite as the tile entry got a little chilly and it was a crispier day, but inside the gallery with windows facing the sun it was perfect with seating spread out for you to just warm up and contemplate the various pieces. It was beautiful and I'm thankful for the experience with this beautiful family!

Casa Hechizos is an amazing gem. I've had multiple readings and cleansings done by the staff here,…read moreand every single time it's been spot on and got me in order. Everything Neto told me was going to happen actually did. The energy in this place is calm, grounding, and just feels good to be around. The sprays they make are super legit -- I use them all the time and they really shift the energy in my home. Pluuuuus, they've got Raiz Plants inside the shop, so you can grab a new plant while you're there, which I love. I cant WAIT til they can ship across the country. The staff has really helped me on my journey. They're kind, genuine, and always take time to make sure you leave feeling better than when you walked in. You can tell they actually care about what they do and the people they work with. If you're looking for real spiritual guidance, cleansings that actually work, or just a good energy boost, go to Casa Hechizos. I can't recommend them enough!!

I originally made a purchase in February for a friend's birthday. Unfortunately, the item was out…read moreof stock at the time, but I was told it was made to order by a local vendor and would be available within two weeks. After two weeks, I visited the store and was told it still wasn't ready. The staff in the store were unable to assist me and directed me to a phone number that appears to be a Google Voice number for follow up. I waited another week before checking again. I was made aware staff were in Mexico and would communicate once back. I understood delays happen, so I was patient and followed up via text. Overall communication has been inconsistent, and I've had to repeatedly follow up just to get updates. Recently they responded to my messages saying they were working on my refund nothing has actually been resolved. On June 19, I was told my refund would be processed and they'd provide confirmation but as of June 29, I still have not received the refund or any confirmation that it has been issued. I even attempted to dispute the charge through my bank, but the dispute was unsuccessful because the vendor claimed my refund request was not valid. Despite all of this, I still have neither the item I paid for nor my money back. I understand that delays can happen, but after more than four months and multiple promises that have not been followed through on, this has been an extremely disappointing and frustrating experience.

Everything of this place is beautiful. The customer service is amazing and so is the dresses…read more Seriously if you're looking for night dress, prom dress, fajas (waist trainers), jeans, etc, then this is the place for you.

we placed an order for a quince dress & the extra pieces needed (the crown, money box, crown…read morecushion, the regular cushion, etc) and we saw there was a no refund which I understand but my aunt called the owner to let her know she no longer wanted the dress only the extra pieces because unfortunately we didn't like it. and as mentioned we understand the no refund for the partial payment we left for the dress but the fact the owner would NOT sell anything to us unless we bought the dress as well is terrible. so long story short she kept the full 400 we paid that day and she won't let us at least keep the pieces we paid for. so just please be cautious with this business