Extremely friendly staff. He loved to talk and tell the history of things. We had just stopped by while shopping in old port. Unsurprisingly, we found several things we didn't even know we needed. read more

Love this store! So happy it's here! Tom is great! Very helpful. High quality store and beautiful things!

Simply Scandinavian is Portland's answer to an IKEA and Blundstone store all in one. They are a small yet plentiful boutique filled with authentic Scandinavian clothing, goods, and food. Their hours are a limited and often appointment-only during the week, which is a bummer, but the store is charming and a great place to buy Blundstones or Lingonberry Jam. read more

They have a lovely store with unique items that would make great gifts and treasures. A bonus is the extended holiday hours, which can come in handy during the holiday rush. This store seemed to me it would be good for adult shoppers, although there are some neat items that are relevant to children. read more

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Simple but great store offering products from the Nordics. Employees were very friendly and I was pleasantly surprised with their selection of Swedish confections. read more

Wonderful, friendly service with a great selection of Scandinavian products-food, housewares, books, gifts, knitwear, jewelry and more. Whether you love all things hygge, or clean, minimalist modern lines, this should be your first stop when looking for something special. read more

Since it was almost Father's Day and I had yet to get my dad a gift, my fiance and I decided to stop by this lovely store on our recent trip to Portland. My dad loves all things Scandinavian, especially products of Norway, so I figured I'd find something here he'd like. When you first walk in, you are greeted warmly by the kind owner. The entire store has a relaxed atmosphere that beckons you to see its wares. Some of the products cost a pretty penny, especially noticeable with the jewelry, but I'm sure it's all imported so it makes sense. I was personally struck by the craftsmanship of the jewelry. The mjolnirs (Thor's hammers) were gorgeous and modeled after actual archeological finds. I'm quite partial to them, but my dad already has one. The housewares are stunning and well made. The Dala horses placed around the store are beautiful and expertly designed. The entire place says "quality." I eventually decided to get my dad some glög, which is usually paired with wine around Christmastime to make a punch. I worried briefly that the price for a bottle would be a lot, but saw it had been reduced to 98 cents. I ended up picking two bottles and bringing them to the register. Here's where I was really impressed. The proprietor pointed out to me that the glög had expired, hence the price. He didn't have to do that, and his integrity and honesty was greatly appreciated. Once he specified that it would still be good by Christmastime provided it wasn't opened beforehand, my mind was put at ease and I spent less than $2 to get my dad a great present. There is everything to love about this shop and I highly recommend checking it out. read more

SS varies a variety of products imported from Scandinavia or of Scandinavian design: tableware, writing instruments, books, soaps, jewelry, clothing, food and much more. This shop has something for everyone. We chatted with the very friendly owner for 15 minutes. I look forward to returning to this shop the next time I'm in Portland. read more

The owner is a smartly-dressed man with funky, dark-rimmed glasses, blond hair, and bright blue eyes. Very scandinavian, of course. I believe he actually co-owns the place with his wife, but I haven't met her. The wall of windows that serve as the front of the store provides a bounty of natural light for the place. Paired with the very high ceilings, it has a great wonderful openness and sense of space to it. The products range from crafts, including some high-end items, to clothing, books, kitchenware, and authentic Scandinavian food items. There's even a loft up a set of stairs with child and baby items made by Scandinavian companies. Last time I visited I ended up buying a great Finnish children's book for my toddler based on the character Moomin. I had never heard of Moomin before, and the owner took a great deal of timing discussing the author, as well as other Scandinavian authors and the books their books. I always, always appreciate it when people in stores are this knowledgable and willing to share their knowledge with me. All in all Simply Scandinavian is a pleasure. It's clear that this store has been created and curated with care. Stop in and say "hej"! read more

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Awesome store in a great location! Fun to stop in whenever I'm downtown to see what new wares have hit the shelves, always something new and lovely. The owner is sweet and very knowledgable about his products and proud of their craftsmanship and quality. I usually leave with at least something for my home (hello gorgeous table runner and stunning China!), a yummy treat and good luck getting me out of the childrens section.. It's all adorable and so well made. Love hearing about it all from the owner, truly a delightful experience.. Something for everyone! read more

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very cool Scandinavian design at a fair price (i checked some items on Amazon afterwards, and they were only a few dollars more -- which is reasonable tradeoff for the "have it now" factor. The friendly owner was no pressure, and has a good range from Ittalla tableware, vases and candle holders, to clothes and other trinkets, all designed with the Scandinavian minimalism. Think IKEA, but better made. read more

I really like this place. So many Scandinavian delights to peruse! This store is affirmation that the Nordic people have superior design senisibilities. It must be because they have nothing to do for 9 months a year and are trapped indoors. Regardless, this place is a gem. Great selection of gifty merchandise: Orrefors, Kosta Boda, Iittala, etc... The only reason this place didn't earn the coveted fifth star is that I would have loved to have seen some of the Scandinavian foods here as well. Even if just a small section, it would be nice. As an out of towner with no car, going to the food store is out of the question. Otherwise, this place is pretty great for cool Scandinavian stuff. read more

Wonderful little shop, especially well suited for finding a gift for a new mom/ good spot for finding a unique housewarming gift. Really friendly owner (plus 2 ADORABLE dachshunds!) read more

I'm not sure my words will do justice to explain the warm and relaxed shopping experience of the proprietors. If you touch the wares the high quality of the workmanship is obvious. They have food, sweaters, boots, raincoats, socks, dish towels, kitchen gadgets, fine fancy paper napkins with Nordic colors. I picked up two board books, one a counting adventure about an airport. My son really likes the book. Stop in, browse, enjoy! read more

I stepped into this store with a friend on a recent trip to Portland and was delighted with the variety of products and prices available in such a small shop. There was literally something for everyone, from stationery to food stuffs. They have a few Baby Bjorn items which, of course, are expensive, but they also have hard-to-get items like Swedish lanolin facial soap for a very reasonable price. Their displays are gorgeous, and the store is sleek and well-kept, very modern, very Scandinavian. read more

As it may appear to be pricey I dare you to find a place cheaper. Shipping for these products is sky high and you save a lot just by shopping at this store. You will find the pricing is actually quite fair. The store is always stocked with swedish goods and is a life saver for my wife who has lived here for 3 years coming from Sweden. The owner is very informative and kind this is a store you shouldn't pass up especially one interested in international culture. read more

A great place to snag all types of Nordic goodies - everything from dolls to greeting cards to candies. My favorite find? The cologne regally entitled "Power of Norway." Now that is pretty badass, smelling like a country! The owner of the shop is all smiles and introduces herself to customers as they browse. Overall a nice shopping experience. read more

A great store that lives up to its name. The man in the store (I believe the owner) was very helpful and knowledgable about what he was selling. He also provided his card in case could provide assistance from afar. read more

As their name suggests, Simply Scandinavian sells all things Scandinavian. Everything in the store is unique, for this reason, prices are higher than usual. Stop by and pick up a box (or three) of the Swedish pancake mix--it's delicious and SO hard to find. I wish they're open on the weekends! read more

A few years ago I discovered Eklund table linens woven in Sweden. This was my first visit to Portland and knew about the store. The Eklund selection did not disappoint! If you're not familiar, these linens have a high- quality, heavier weave but are still smooth and drape nicely. They wash beautifully and hold their color. Simply Scandinavian also had several Dala horses both new and vintage. As a Swedish American I was hoping to find a special one and had no problem here. Tom is extremely knowledgeable and fun to talk to! read more

Absolutely the best Scandinavian store I have been in! An awesome selection of treats, jewelry, baby items, and household items. The prices were not bad at all. Trust me, some stores really up their prices way beyond what it costs to import the item and make a profit. Not this store. The owner was extremely friendly and really chatted with us and made us feel like old friends. My friend is from Norway so naturally they had a lot to chat about! I purchased a beautiful felt heart pendant from Sweden, and we bought some candy. Later, I decided I wanted to purchase a similar item but in pin form for my mother and when I emailed Thomas (the owner), he was very helpful and was actually able to send me a photo of all the felt jewelery and work with me to take an order for me and an order for my mother (shipped separately). Awesome customer service. I can't wait to visit Portland again and stop in, and I definitely recommend it! read more

I don't often spend the time writing a review, but I recieved such great service from Simply Scandinavian, I simply had to thank by way of a 5 star rating. I had two days in Portland with no car and no agenda. I walked and walked and stumbled upon this store. Frankly, I was hoping for some furniture. Unless you are in need of a very cool high chair, this isn't the place for Scandinavian furniture. It is a great place to meander though, with treasures all over. My treasure was in a little room on the lower floor, "vintage" plates and bowls by Dansk. The same pattern that was sitting in my kitchen cupboard. The problem, I live on the other side of the country. This was actually no problem at all. Tomas packed up the items with such care, there wasn't a single chip, let alone a broken bowl. The price on the dishes, and the shipping, was very reasonable. He also told me he was putting my name in for a drawing he is having to celebrate 20 years in business. He is giving away items to customers to celebrate. Who does that? Guess we know why he has stayed open. read more