Located just off I-85 in Saraland, this shopping center ended up being exactly what we needed on a…read morelong travel day, the kind of place where you can pull in, take a breath, and handle both dinner and the next morning's start without ever feeling rushed. Our evening stop was Cracker Barrel, which delivered the usual comfort meal before we settled in for the night in the campervan. The parking lot felt calm and open enough that we could wind down without any fuss, and by morning we were able to swing over to Publix for a few breakfast items that toasted up nicely in the van as we headed toward the next stretch of highway. What makes Saraland Crossings work is how much else is tucked into the same footprint. You've got Mugshots for burgers, fast food for both pizza and subs if you want something quick, the Peach Cobbler Factory for a sweet detour, tacos for a different mood entirely, and a mix of everyday services like a hair salon, dentistry, and even a large medical plaza that anchors the far side of the center. It's one of those places where you can tell the community uses it for more than errands, because the storefronts feel active without being chaotic, and the parking lot has that steady, lived-in rhythm that makes travel stops feel easier. Getting in and out is simple, with wide entrances and exits that connect cleanly to the main road, and the whole layout is straightforward enough that you don't have to loop around or fight for a spot. For an overnight pause between destinations, it checked every box: food, groceries, a quiet place to park, and a surprising number of options if you wanted to linger a little longer. [Review 303 of 2026 - 284 in Alabama - 25491 overall]

Saraland Crossings is a new shopping center located, appropriately enough, in Saraland, Alabama…read more The anchor store is Publix supermarket, go there are several restaurants and a few smaller businesses to keep things interesting. It is conveniently located just off the highway and for me it was convenient to my hotel.

This establishment popped up in a Google search for souvenirs and gifts. I think Google was wrong…read moreon this one. They have lots of clothes, toys, Mardi Gras items, glassware, and local artisan items, but no inexpensive gift items featuring Mobile or Mississippi. No one greeted me on the way in or way out. I walked down to Bienville and supported local businesses by purchasing souvenirs and gifts there.

I love this store even though I typically don't like to shop. Because Uban Emporium supports local…read morevendors and contains interesting, varied and high quality products (olive oils, jewelry, soaps, pottery, toys, clothes, etc), shopping is fun and worthwhile here. A great place to shop for unique gifts for yourself or others. Enjoy your experience.

Love the leggings but not the price! BEWARE..... DO NOT…read moreONDER ONLINE! Since they did not have the size I wanted I placed an order and paid for it in the store! It was supposed to be delivered to me with in 3 to 6 days, so now after 15 day I get ANOTHER email changing my delivery date! This has happened before when I order on-line with Lululemon! Shame on me for not learning my lesson!!

Nice / cute things. Great staff. Very neat and organized store. .i appreciate the sales person…read morehelping me with sizes.

Stopped in here after volunteering with our church and I'm so glad we did. The Haunted Book Shop is…read moresuch a fun little spot in downtown Mobile. I got to talking with one of the employees and learned that the bookstore that has been around in different forms since the 1920s!!! l. They carry a mix of new books, local authors, children's books and all kinds of quirky and fun gifts.. It's a great place to slow down, browse, and find something you didn't even know you wanted. I'll definitely stop by again the next time I'm in the area.

I am planning on visiting an independent bookstore in each state I visit this year. I made my…read morehusband backtrack on our roadtrip..back to Alabama so I could visit THIS bookstore. Everything about this store is perfect...the decor, the cat (I didn't get to see him :(. But saw of his haunts) , the selection. There are sections for mystery, sci-fi, fantasy and my favorite romance. And within those sections there are local author shelves. The staff was welcoming and helpful, and offered recommendations if needed. Fun store!

We used to love this store. We drive all the way from Ft Walton Beach FL. Came here today and it is…read more10% antiques, 60% vintage and 30% clothing. Such a disappointment! Why call it an antique store?

I absolutely LOVE this store and the only reason I am not giving it a 5 star is that the name is…read moresort of deceiving. There are loads of new items available to purchase, nestled alongside antiques. So if your goal is to go antiquing be prepared for the lovely new things available in this store. I really loved how well lit the huge showroom is. In some of the other local stores, I really feel like I need a flashlight to see anything. Did I mention organization? Wow, this store is topnotch with layout and staging. There has been attention to detail. Yes, there are booth spaces throughout the store, but they are done so well, that the transition from one to another is pretty seamless. If you are near Dauphin & Florida, definitely stop in~ The staff is very kind and helpful.

It's out of business!! This place is permanently closed. I don't know why they still have it up on…read moreyelp as if it's not going out of business, but it went out of business like a long time ago and they still have not taken down any signs. It says it's open, but it's not open.

In 1976 two guys opened a florist and gift shop. As their gifts, both vintage and new expanded,…read morethey moved to a larger store front, then to another larger store front, and now they have all sorts of gifts and decor, mainly Christmas, but also a small Halloween section, a collectibles section and a toy section. I even spotted a small Easter decor section. I did notice some pride holiday decor and some ornaments that were same sex couples, though none of color. They did have some representation of different colors. They even had Bernie in his now famous seated position wrapped in Christmas lights. And they had some of my gnome friends on display and for sale. So many variations of nativity scenes, snowy city displays, and just oh my goodness so very much. If you are ever in the area, I would suggest stopping by. Friendly employees, lots and lots of inventory. If you can not make it, just look at their social medias and their website. Freaking amazing. Some items are a bit expensive in my opinion, but I think that most are reasonably priced.

While walking through downtown Mobile, we ran across this wonderful sports apparel store. Obviously…read morethey sell more SEC gear than anything but they have tons of professional sports jerseys, accessories, etc. The best part of my visit was Bear (the owners black lab). Bear followed us around the store showing us his favorite things - which as you may have guessed by his name, it was all Crimson Tide gear! Bear was so pleasant and his owner was just as kind. Very very helpful. If he doesn't own the store, he sure treats it like his own which is everything you'd want in an employee. I ended up buying some new gear for my dad for Father's Day. A hat and a shirt ran me about $80. I thought that was steep but unless there's a coupon or sale offered online, you'll pay the same. We'd also like to support small businesses anyways so this was a no brainer purchase. Great variety and many things I've never seen before that I'd love to have. I'll definitely make sure to visit The Vault for my game day apparel next time I'm in Mobile.

Go to store for gear/merch and souvenirs- Clean store with quality merchandise and friendly…read moreservice! I bought my favorite hat here- it's still in mint condition after 3 months of heavy outdoor use and washing. Gratitude from Chicago

What an awesome souvenir and gift shop. The owner was charming and informative about Mobile's…read morehistory and Mardi Gras. In fact, the store is named after Mobile's founder. We just got some magnets, stickers, and shot glasses, but he treated us like we were buying hundreds of dollars of merchandise. He gently packed our items and even threw in some Mardi Gras beads. Very limited metered street parking. Paid lots nearby. They don't open until 10am but are open 7 days a week as of November. I would highly recommend this establishment for your souvenir, gifts, local artisan items and Mardi Gras needs.

Great store ! Highly recommend ! The owner told us a lot about the history of the city and places…read moreto visit.