Mongrel is a Carytown staple. It's packed with unique gifts, quirky home decor, greeting cards,…read moretoys etc. Opry one in there is super helpful and you can just get lost and all the aisles of items

This local Richmond shop is one of our go-to spots for unique gifts. Love the aesthetic, and we…read morealways make it a point to stop in whenever we're on Cary Street. It's the kind of store where you can easily find something for just about anyone and any occasion. They have a great selection of greeting cards and some of the most unique wrapping paper. Also, we've picked up several Jellycats here for our niece. Prices can run a bit high, but that's part of the charm since many of the items feel thoughtfully curated and aren't the kind of things you'll find everywhere else. The staff is consistently friendly and always greets us when we walk in. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift, this is the place.

The staff is friendly and helpful. I went in looking for a last minute Birthday gift for a friend…read more They have a great selection to choose from so I had no trouble picking the perfect gift. I will definitely shop there again.

I have driven past Tweed more times than I'd like to admit and I never went it. In my mind Tweed…read morewas a store full of tweed fabrics which is not really my thing. My curiosity got the best of me and I finally decided to give it a try and let me tell you Tweed did not disappoint. Tweed is like a home goods boutique selling all of your favorite brands like Scout, Yeti & Lily Pulitzer just to name a few. They also do monogramming (for an additional cost) and custom complimentary gift wrapping. Tweed has easily become my new sanctuary and go-to place for a cute gift, new trinket or handbag. Don't wait as long as I did to treat yourself to Tweed!

This is a cute boutique shop located in a busy shopping center. I went in looking for a gift (they…read moreare the only shop on this side of the river that carries Nora Fleming items) and also found some adorable blouses on super sale. The prices are a little higher compared to other boutiques in the area but their selection is huge and they offer gift wrapping onsite. Parking is plentiful so if you are looking for a unique gift or want to walk off your River City diner breakfast, I recommend stopping into Sassy Bee. It also seems like they have customer appreciation sales/specials often so it might be worth it to sign up.

The lady who was helping me was not at all friendly or helpful. I was truly a bother! She was…read moreactually nasty! In this day and age customer service is so important and she was the opposite I purchased a dress and after bringing it home and trying it on it was too large. They had the same exact dress in the store in the smaller size and all I wanted to do was exchange for size. Unfortunately I was out of the 2 week window and she treated me terrible. Not a good experience!!! 5/14/26

Yardbirds is a cute shop in the Far West End! It's a hybrid bird store mixed with cute gifts. I…read moreespecially like their animal-themed items and recently purchased a little wooden cat head. The price was reasonable. Service was friendly.

I went there for a specialty item. When I walked in it was empty, it took a second for me to be…read moregreeted, and I wasn't asked if I needed any help. The two employees working seemed awkward and didn't strike a conversation with me. I had to go out of my way to visit this store so I'm not sure I'll visit again.

This is a REALLY nice place if you want vintage barware--cocktail shakers and decanters…read more Lots and lots and lots of items crammed in so tightly that you can't see everything. And don't dare try to pick something up, because you will surely bump into something and break it. And prices are high to very high. It's a no for me.

Such a lovely antique shop! You can tell the owners have great taste and a knack for picking out…read moreunique items. Everything's very reasonably priced and has a story behind it. There's also a few local artists featured throughout the shop. Definitely coming back!

Sweet little store with a little bit of everything to sample. Not really for a "big shopping trip"…read moreif you buy a lot of Asian food, but fun to see a place that is only Japanese items instead of trying to find what you want in a big Asian supermarket that carries items from many Asian countries. Great for a snack run if you are looking for specifically Japanese chips and candy. Some really cute little Japanese tchotchkes; anime and other. I love a little sushi keychain I found!

I can see why this is a local favorite. Enjoyed the Sanrio apple cookies and had fun perusing the…read moredinnerware section. Excited to try a couple other products I ended up buying there, including mochi pancake/waffle mix and sardine broth packets (great for when I crave some udon at home).

Such a lovely addition to this block! KK and Bobby are the best and will not only beautifully wrap…read moreyour gifts but can handpick the best little goodies to go inside. I've gotten a few gift boxes from here and they really do pick each item thoughtfully based on who the recipient may be. Hands down the best place if you're looking for a gift. Wide range of prices and items so there's something for everyone.

I think this is a beautiful shop. I mean it. It's like you've stepped into a Parisian gift shop…read more They have individual displays of tea, cocktail extras, perfume, candles, cards, dish towels, etc. I smelled the candles and wow they are luxurious. Everything is pricey, but if you think of this shop as a place you go to find a high end gift, then I think it's a great place. I would especially recommend it for Mother's Day goodies. Your mom needs one of their candles. Also, did I mention they are friendly and happy to help you look?

Very unique store with lots of oddities, crystals/rocks (well priced) and taxidermy art. Bugs,…read morebeetles, butterfly's galore. Deff a fun little place to look around if you are around the area. Very unique and the lady working the front was helping multiple people while I was in there. They have some air plants as well.

Welp if you're weird and curious like me, then Rest in Pieces may be for you…read more The only purchases a gemstone clover, anatomy poster, and bottle of Dr. King's New Discovery! New Discovery was a medicine for consumption (tuberculosis) a disease which at the time was killing millions of people. Many companies offered cures and remedies for consumption. However, all were frauds, including this, which was actually a concoction made from a morphine and chloroform mixture, calculated to strike terror to the doctors or to any other class or profession, except, perhaps, the undertakers. It is a pretty diabolical concoction to give to anyone, and particularly to a consumptive. The chloroform temporarily allays the cough, thereby checking Nature's effort to throw off the dead matter from the lungs. The opium drugs the patient into a deceived cheerfulness. Add a touch of alcohol (to further dull the sufferer's pain, and hey, it helped (until it didn't) The combination is admirably designed to shorten the life of any consumptive who takes it steadily. It was pretty cool and the owner/manager was a blast to chat with as well. Quite a few oddities "not for sale" and most likely not a store for everyone. Check it out if you dare. No charge for admission.

Stopped in for some Virginia-specific gifts for out of town guests. The selection was a bit…read moresmall... and over-priced! I wonder who curates the book selection. Seems like they have a pretty good eye. Nice staff. Inside the Library of Virginia just to the left. Beautiful space.

The gift shop is inside the library. You go through to glass doors and then make a left and you're…read morein! The 2 girls working there are so nice and friendly! One of them showed me things I was looking for. They have a lot of cute things. Ended up buying what I wanted.

Everything in here is so cute and random, I love the citchieness and vibe! Even as much as it's in…read morehere, it feels cozy without being cluttered. Love it, great gift ideas

Wow! This is now my GO TO!!! Great collection of goodies for the "snarky" giftgiver! Love the…read moreselection. Great items for planning wedding and baby showers too. It's like a Spencer's for the mature adult only NOT tasteless and offensive. Check it out today!