World Market- the perfect place to find a gift, special snacks, or unique items for around the house. I was so sad when the World Market in the Willows closed, but was happy to see this one open right up afterwards. This is a clean and well organized store, and fairly consistent on keeping things stocked. I love the coupons and deals World Market does for their "Explorer" club and there's always a deal on something! This holiday season (2019) they have given away free advent calendars, cookie cutters, and ornaments to their members among other things. I will continue to shop at this store- especially first thing in the morning or later in the eve when it's easier to find parking. read more

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For me, there are two aspects of the holiday season that make trudging through the crowds and chaos worth it: 1.) The Nordstrom sales that follow Christmas Day; and 2.) The Cost Plus World Market sales that lead up to Christmas Day. Scarves and jewelry for $4.99, knickknacks starting at $1.99 and all the nostalgic old-school soda or international beer you can stomach. Cost Plus takes variety to a new level, offering goods from handmade trinkets to modern furnishings. Everything they sell is super affordable and unique, which makes it a great stop for several of the names on my Christmas list. This location is big and spacious. There's a wealth of parking available because it's situated in The Veranda, a large plaza that has plenty of other shops and restaurants to peruse. read more

[In the tune of Justin Beiber - Company] New Word: Yelpany - Company "Can we, we keep Keep each other Yelpany? Maybe we, can be Be each other's Yelpany Oh Yelpany.." "Ooooh, Ooooh, Ooooh, Ooooh.." Sometimes it's like someone you're crushing on. You both look at one another, you smile and flirt. Then one day you work up enough courage to finally ask that person on a date. I've worked in The Willows Shopping Center on and off and "Cost Plus World Market" has always been that place I've wanted to go too. But most of my tenure here has been on the "graveyard" that is until now. Here is my "half milestone review" Sunday May 28, 2017 Location: Cost Plus World Market Concord, Ca People: 1 Adult Story: Having been to almost every place in The Willows (Comes with the Territory) I one day on my lunch break decided I need to see what "Cost Plus" really has to offer. So I went to see what this store had to offer. 2 of my security detects were on this store alone so I always had peeks in. Now it was time to take it to the next level and go inside. Service/Hospitality: "Welcome to Cost Plus World Market!" The enthusiasm was pretty great here. Smiles all throughout the store from all the employees. It made it a nice environment and a happy shopper is a shopper that tends to spend. Always welcoming here, I've already been a few times and each time is the same. They're great on the customer service and hospitality here. Variety/Cleanliness: The vastness and surprising amount of things they carry is pretty awesome. This place aside from not carrying major grocery items is a one stop. Candy, Alcohol, Home Accessories, Furniture, Toys, Gift Cards...."You Name It!" I was surprised to see goodies I haven't either seen in a long time or that are foreign favorites of mine. Like this store totally picked up where the now defunt "Fresh and Easy" left off in my world. The best part of shopping here is how tidy and clean the store is inside and out....Bravo Cost Plus, Bravo! Overall: I would highly recommend this store for all your assorted needs. They really truly have something for everyone here. So many interesting things here that one could easily spend a few coins and not feel bad about it. All I would say is honestly, don't carry a basket in here....you will fill it up! So since this isn't a food review I can't leave you with my usual parting. But I will leave you with this... "It ain't about the complications I'm all about the elevation We can keep it goin' up Oh, don't miss out on us Just wanna have a conversation Forget about the obligations Maybe we can stay in touch Oh that ain't doin' too much" read more

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I have shopped in this store for many year and I absolutely love everything in the store. My experience with the store and staff were always positive that's why I stay as a loyal customer till now. Everything changed since today. I am a 9 month pregnant lady and went to the store yesterday and bought one dress and a hat that's not only looks good but super comfortable. So I decided to go back there again today and buy one more dress. I wear my new dress and hat that I just got yesterday to the store. From the moment I walk in to the store, there is one sales associate lady that's been starting at me with an unpleasant attitude the whole time while I was looking for the size of the dress I'm going to get. So I took the dress and go over to her asked her if she got more size in the back because I really like the dress that I bought I just wanna get one more. She told me there's no more my size bt more inventory will come in shortly and I told her I will comeback once they have more in stock. So while I was leaving the store with my husband, she gather few other staff at the store blocking the exit and pointing at me. All of the sudden I felt very uncomfortable, disappointed, ashamed, and upset for wearing the stuff I just bought. I walked to her and ask her if she can explain to me what is her concern. She rolled her eyes on me and looking at me like I'm a theft. She said she didn't say anything she just pointing at me and I should know what I did. Then I got confused. So I asked her are you accusing me or assuming me for anything? She turn to me with a firm attitude and told me she will call security on me and check me. I am wearing only one very thin dress with nothing underneath and showing my 9 month pregnancy. I don't understand where her concern is coming from. So I told her I need to talk to the store manager and she doesn't respond me with anything just saying she will get security as soon as possible. I asked another lady that's working there if she can help me get the manager and she said the manager is off today. She also explained to me because they got customers stealing from the store before that's why her co worker is making such assumptions. That is not a convincing reason neither a good excuse to treat a pregnant loyal customer with disrespect publicly! I will return to the store tomorrow and show the manager my receipt and hope they can give me a proper explanation why I was being treated like a theft. This is the very first time I felt emotional bullied for shopping at this store and wish they could really improve their customer service. read more

I drove 40 minutes for a beanbag chair I saw online and was wonderfully surprised by the furniture and home decorations they had. The staff here are extremely kind and helpful. I ended up buying a sofa chair, that was too big to fit in my car (not their fault, my car is pretty small), and had about half the staff there helping me figure out how to bring it home. One of the staff even lent me a bungee cord to strap it on the back of my car, another offered to drive it to my house for me (but i live a hell of a drive away, so it wasn't the most reasonable option). Anyways love the store, and the employees were super hospitable and friendly! read more

We were there in the evening so it wasn't very crowded and I think employees were tired. We found everything pretty quickly, the store is laid out nicely. When it was time to check out, the clerk was looking at us like we were trying her patience. So all in all, yes I would come back because the selection is better than what we found in Walnut Creek. And I'll just ignore the employees. read more

Ordered online and had it shipped to the store in Concord. This was my first time ever going to this location and as soon as I walked in, I was in awe with its beauty..its organization. The online pickup was simple. The area is at the checkout area read more

This location is always super clean and neat. I know where to find everything and the workers are always knowledgeable if I ever have a question. The size of the store is a lot more open than some of the other locations I've been to. The wine and beer selection is beyond my expectations. I always enjoy perusing their teas- so many teas to try! I never leave empty handed, so the one thing you need when come here is self-control, ha! read more

List of cool stuff here: Paella Cafe du Monde coffee (taste like the smell of a campfire) Fishpeople's wild salmon chowder (holy wow) Baklazhannaya Ikra spread Apple ginger drink in small refrigerator Mexicocoa Zevio dolmades (I buy cans of these and can eat 3 a day. Divine!) Appel smoked trout in canola oil During the winter holidays, I buy the apple-cinnamon stollen. I just don't like the raisins so I pick them off. read more

I went in the store on my hunt for a pastry blender which I had no idea existed. I couldn't find anything on the shelf and as I was waking around looking confused an associate named Georgia asked me if I needed help. She went above and beyond and found me the mysterious kitchen tool. Many thanks to Georgia who left me better than she found me! read more

It was my first time visiting this Cost Plus World Market. I actually never visited it's old location but now it's located in the Veranda Shopping Plaza. Love all the home decor and gifts you can find from other countries. My favorite thing to get from Cost Plus stores are the Arnott's Tim Tams Cookies from Australia! Yum! My aunt bought them for us a few years ago from her trip to Australia and I was so happy when I found out Cost Plus sell them! Great store! Fun to come in and just look around :D read more

This is a customer service oriented complaint. The female cashier with Red , eyeglasses without a doubt has a problem with certain people. It was evident in her interactions with various customers. Also lack of service/professionalism very evident, other than that. Great store read more

As a fan of World Market and a visitor to many of their locations, this Concord store can hold it's own. It seems a bit smaller than the Walnut Creek location with less inventory, but sometimes that's a good thing. That's because it's extremely clean and well organized, featuring what I find to be the best of the best of their wares. Parking is free and easy in the plaza they call home, with other neighboring stores and eateries to be taken advantage of nearby. I came by, most recently, the day after Christmas on the hunt for 50% Christmas cards. Despite the holiday crush, their Christmas section was neatly arranged and I found some adorable bird and animal themed boxed cards for next year. As a rewards member, I also earn points on each purchase towards an eventual $10 off coupon. This visit I went specifically for the cards but had a chance to browse their wall art, candles and throw pillows, making a mental wish list of items that might play in to some spring redecorating this year :) I love just wandering around World Market stores to admire the unique home goods, get ideas for decorating and buying one-of-a-kind gifts. This particular store in Concord does the chain justice and a great alternative to the Walnut Creek location when you don't feel like dealing with the downtown WC parking situation. Nicely done all around! read more

There is plenty of parking at this place. I like that they have a little of everything. There is some pretty rare items you can't find anywhere else. The prices are ok. I have found some of the items cheaper elsewhere but there quality is on point. The staff there is helpful. They have some really nice furniture there. The food section is probably my favorite. I also like their kitchen wear probably the best quality I've purchased. I highly recommend this store even if it's to take a look around. You can spend hours in here. read more

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A basket, bubbly, champagne flutes, and snacks to sneak into our friends' hotel room during their wedding weekend? Thanks, Cost Plus! Cute print and solid pillows and a teal lamp shade for our newly redecorated guest room? Thanks, Cost Plus! Beautiful journals to gift to colleagues? Thanks, Cost Plus! Honestly, this is my go to location for inexpensive and fun gifts and room accents. Done and done. read more

First time here and I was so impressed by the excellent customer service!! Pam was incredibly helpful and such a kind person! When I was hauling around a heavy basket (don't visit the wine section with just a basket) she politely asked if she could get me a cart and then got one for me. Pam is a great employee! Sarah also is an amazing employee who patiently helped me figure out how to get my reward points - she made a confusing process much easier. The store is clean, well lit, and filled with some really beautiful items and great deals. This place is worth a visit! read more

Cost Plus here is arranged different than the other stores. some goodies (food, drink, snacks) are located tantalazingly near the entrance of the store, not only in the rear. there are foodstuffs from all over the world. and from all over the u.s. . drink: boylan root beer(.99) -has cane sugar, sweetness overpowdered the root beer taste. note: -this would be only store i would visit in the willows. -nic nacs here too. not interested in them. read more

My first time visiting the new location. It looks great! Sections are organized and displays are inviting! My favorite part is all the international coffees and teas as well as snacks! There is everything here from food to furniture and household items. I will definately be back soon! read more

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One of the largest and nicest World Markets I've ever been in! Everything is very neat and well laid out. They were having a great sale while I was there and picked up a beautiful shawl for half off! Who doesn't love good sale?! The only reason it's a four star is because of the restrooms. I had just eaten lunch at Panera (just around the corner) and went in the restroom at this World Market...half of the lights didn't work so it was a little sketch and two out of the three stalls were not even clean enough to use. Other than that, the associates were pleasant and check out was quick despite it being relativity busy! read more

I love shopping at both the Walnut Creek and Concord Cost Plus stores. I find the WC location is much better organized. I love trying new things (food and wine) and there's a good selection of products in these stores. I don't make a lot of home purchases or buy other items very often, but they have a lot of really great, unique items. It'd be a good spot to start if looking to try something new or getting a gift for a friend. I tried a ghost pepper salsa (4-14-12) that was very hot, but really good! ($3.99) A tall box of cotton candy ($2.99) was also surprisingly good Joining the member's club gets you a discount on certain items and an email telling you what the weekly specials are. read more

Cost Plus is one of those places that is so fun to shop, but so overwhelming. So overwhelmed by the fun, imported treats. Hell yeah I want to try Cadbury chocolates and digestive cookies, and panetonni and italian nougat and.... Why did I give up sugar? Why? read more

Great place in a new space! They recently moved from their classic Willows location to the new Veranda shopping center just a few steps away. Very impressed with the new look and they seemed to have more offerings across the many depts they offer in most of their stores. The place was packed since they had recently opened just about a week or so before boyfriend and I came in. They were also having some Grand Opening deals which seemed enticing. Staff seemed to be on point but we didn't end up purchasing anything because the lines were off the chain. Found out later that their POS system was having issues however the tried and true still stuck it out in the lines that snaked through the store. I'd like to come back now that I believe the initial dust has settled, surely I will find some great things as per usual! read more

Love the store but not too keen on the cashier today. Bought almost $180 worth of stuff and she wasn't polite nor friendly. I wished I had asked for her name. Pretty face without any substance. I've had a lot better service from this store from other employees. read more

I'm just checking to see what they have your cosplayers, since I have not been here in ages. I like the products sold here; the prices are reasonably priced. read more

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Soft opening and who I hope is not the manager already stressed out? Kacy Was his name I believe (tall caucasian guy with glasses) bumped in to me and didn't even apologize. I was out of the way! Get it together man! The way the line work to pay is confusing. All the employees seemed upbeat and helpful. Great job to all the crew. read more

Cost Plus is truly the hodgepodge of foreign goods! Oh and domestic... When at Cost Plus, I tend to peruse aimlessly whilst I meander through the isles shelved with all the foreign edibles and gifts you can imagine. As I began walking past the cashier during my last visit, I started to think about the tariffs imposed on these imported goods and what if everything here originated domestically, what a sweet deal right! Everything would be cheaper as domestic producers would most likely benefit from reduced competition. Considering that most things I like here are foreign anyways. Well just my 'two cents' (idiomatic expression). Based on observance and experience, Cost Plus has drastically been selling less foreign goods as they're slowly transitioning to domestically made products; kitchenware and furniture to name. What I truly enjoy from Cost Plus is the candy! So what do you know about candy? Well, I know they have a tube of gumballs for the fair price of $10, a set of 6 Snowman Poop jellybeans for $18 and a bag of Malteasers for $8. They have Pocky's, seasonal PEZ dispensers, all sorts of Belgian chocolates, Kinder chocolate and of course, vegemite! for the Aussie within. I think I might've seen some Aussie chips also, I'd have to give it a double take. The holidays are just around the corner so why not pick up some good ol' chardonnay along with some pumpkin bread. Until this day, I sometimes come here for no intention at all. This Cost Plus has been here since I was born and is pretty much the one I grew up with. Not that I actually liked coming here when I was younger... but hey! things change. read more

Pam is wonderful!! She is extremely attentive and friendly. She goes out of her way to make people feel welcome and taken care of. As a business owner, I recognize the tremendous value she offers as an employee. Definitely a keeper! read more

Purchased stacking mugs, when I got home 2 of them were broken and cracked. It looked like someone just glued them together. Came by today to exchanges them. When I want to look at the mugs to make sure they were in good condition the cashier told me I had to do it myself and just watched me. I had to ask him to help me hold the box because my hands were full trying to take out the stacks. And when I was struggling to repackage them he just stood there not even offering to help. As a fellow retail manager, I would not hire an employee like that. read more

Cost Plus World Market is definitely an interesting place in my opinion. It seems strange to me that they would sell furniture in a place that they also simultaneously sell things like kitchen tools, food, stationery supplies, and exotic things, but hey, I don't see a problem with it. It's actually kind of neat and convenient on that matter. You can find things there that are imported from elsewhere like Asia, Europe, and other places. They have an abundance of it too. So simply put, Cost Plus World Market is a very cool place to check out if you have the time. You could probably find something to buy there. read more

This review is for their curbside service. I understand that everyone is doing their best during the pandemic but out of all the places I've shopped and used the curbside service this is by far the worst. On this latest incident, I purchased some items for curbside. When I arrived they took about 10 minutes to come out with my order. When they finally came out my order was missing and item. I called the store and they told me to wait and someone would be right out with the item. Another 10 min pass and I call the store again to let them know I'm waiting outside. Someone finally comes out and explains that they don't have the missing item in stock and that I need to come inside so I can get a refund since I was charged for the out of stock item. O explain that I cannot get out since I have a toddler and new born (which is the reason for using the curbside service to begin with). Finally a manager comes out to take my car to take my card and issue me a refund. The whole process was frustrating. read more

Love the store and the merchandise but the customer service was awful. Came in on a Friday night, not a single employee said anything to me the entire time until I tried to leave and was stopped by a short haired woman with a mop in her hand. I asked if she was talking to me and she LOUDLY said "yes, you. You didn't find anything you liked?" To which I replied "no." She then said "we have ornaments on sale." I said "not interested." And continued to leave. She did not ask any other person any of these questions upon their exit, so I'm assuming she felt I had stolen something and wanted to create a spectacle. None of the alarms went off as I left so she didn't have any reason to think I stole anything other than discrimination. Not a great feeling. read more

I called ahead today to find some chairs. A woman named Lucy happily answered all of my questions and was very sweet to deal with. In the store she patiently worked through everything for my purchase and it was a real pleasure working with someone like her. Strong customer service and great attitudes go a long way! Thank you!! read more

How can you not love Cost Plus? They have such an interesting array of merchandise. Great selection of chocolates, cookies and other treats? Check. A kite shaped like a pirate ship? Check. Inexpensive but cute boho accessories? check. They also have tons of decently priced housewares (drinkware, dinnerware, serving pieces). I love coming around a holiday because their seasonal stuff is so fun (especially Christmastime!). My daughter and I can spend hours here just checking out all the STUFF. If all that wasn't enough, they also sell my favorite brand of tea, Republic of Tea, which I don't see in very many places. I used to get it at Andronico's when I lived in SF, but they had stopped carrying it. If you ever need to buy someone a gift and want something fun and unexpected (who wouldn't want a Master Shifu from Kung Fu Panda PEZ dispenser?) do yourself a favor and check out Cost Plus! read more

I am a longtime fan of Cost Plus-any Cost Plus. I wish we had a CP instead of a Pier One in EC Plaza. Plenty of enticing items at Cost Plus. I went here with 3 of my buds on a Girls' Outing. None of us were really looking for anything specific. But Cost Plus is one of those great stores where you'll always find "something you never knew you wanted!" I found the CUTEST Easter ornaments (ie. bunnies in airplanes, etc) to hand up on my former Charlie Brown Christmas tree. My friends found varieties of straw, felt bunny and other baskets. They also have the BEST selection of cute/fancy/unusual candies and chocolates and knick knacks. Plus they have wonderful greeting cards, cute/nifty gift bags, nice wrapping paper and pretty ribbons. They have jewelry, clothing, food (including the corkscrew pasta someone was looking for on a recent talk thread). kitchen gizmos, pet toys and snacks, plus teas, coffees, wines, and furniture. We mainly focused on the food, kitchen items and gifty stuff. And the staff is so sweet, friendly and helpful. My friends were asked several times if they needed a basket or shopping cart. Two of them thought that they weren't going to buy "enough" stuff for a cart or basket....silly fools 8) One of my friends said she read somewhere that Cost Plus may be in danger of closing........ OMG I hope not. I will have to riot in the streets and weep inconsolably without even being able to console myself with some of their goodies. If there is a God, please keep them open! read more

I always enjoy my visits to this store, even during the hectic holiday madness! The week of Christmas is probably not the best time to shop, but ehh, shopping is shopping and I love to shop, plus I needed last minute gifts. The first thing I noticed is that it was a bit more crowded than usual and there were some items that were misplaced, but the staff was still smiling and friendly. They did their best to assist every person who needed help while trying to organize the store so that customers were able to find items. That is one thing that I dislike about the Christmas season, all the stores seem to be in utter chaos with everything placed everywhere else than where they are supposed to be. It's a nightmare for customers and the workers. I walked around and found a bottle of red wine for my Dad, some stocking stuffers for my sister, some stuff to create a basket for a coffee lover for a gift exchange and of course a few things for myself. This place has it all and at a reasonable price. Of course you're going to get some stuff that can be overpriced which is why you always look for the sales because then you know you get a great deal here. I always look for sales in their home decor and kitchen items. The food items make great basket gifts and they usually have baskets for sale. It's pretty much a one stop shop for your gift giving needs. A place with great customer service and good finds equals a happy place to shop at for times to come. read more

This is one of my favorite browsing stores. I usually walk on the Iron Horse trail at lunch time and today, my co-worker and I decided to stop in to pick up some Easter stuff...and I had a $10 off coupon for a purchase of $30 or more. OMG!!! The cute Easter stuff totally put me into a trance and took over my body. I bought a couple of cute easter baskets and fun things to fill them with for my daughter and my honorary daughter for when I see them on Easter. Although each individual item was reasonably priced...I bought a lot of stuff. My girls will be pleased. My co-worker had to literally drag me out of the store...but only after I bought her a bag of sour gummy bunnies :-) read more

I was able to price match with their online prices. The workers were very helpful in finding what I had come in for. At checkout the worker even told me where to get a coupon for my products. She even waited patiently while I looked up the coupon online. I was able to save $7 with that coupon. I will be back!! read more

The search for the elusive treat is finally over. I have been looking for these tasty morsels of Heaven for about 2 months. The treat is the Daelmans Carmel Wafers. (Plse. see photo) I 1st had these when a colleague of mine brought them from Traders Joe's. I had been hooked until TJ's took them out for Seasonal reasons. I called around to Powell's Sweets, Whole Food, and even tried other TJ's. To my dismay. no one carried them. I even tried Bevmo, but they did not have them either. With dismay, there came hope. A Bevmo Sales rep. suggested the Cost Plus World Market. This store is literally in my backyard and it had not occurred to me. Duh, how can I forget my favorite "go to store" for getting people gifts around the Holidays. I called to ask if they had them in stock, and I was elated to find out they did. I went in the next day and could not find them easily, but with a second tour around the Cookie aisle; I found them in the middle mixed in between the Biscottis and those Wafer cookies. The lady who rung me up seemed nice and I will probably be here more often because the Willows Center offers more of my favorite stores and shops. Now, maybe I should go to REI and grab a Water bottle because I heard they carry these really cool ones. read more

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Why do I even bother to bring back food from other countries for my friends and family? Before I left for the UK, I asked my friend if she wanted me to bring her back anything. Her only request was Jaffa Cakes--a sponge cake with orange jam dipped in chocolate. I saw them in a store at the beginning of my trip but was waiting to make the purchase at the end of the trip. However I couldn't find them during my food/souvenir run. Just the other day I was in Cost Plus stocking up on dark chocolate ($3.99 for Valrhona is a good deal) and lo and behold, Jaffa Cakes on the shelf--right next to all the crazy different flavors of Walker's Biscuits that I didn't think were available in the USA. Thanks, Cost Plus, for carrying so many different products and saving me the space in my luggage for souvenirs for myself! Update 08/2007: Zapp's Chips from Louisiana for only $2.99 made my day! read more

I had a great experience when Michelle went out of her way to get an Allen wrench to tighten a floor piece that was for sale. It was pretty wobbly on the floor but she went in back to get the wrench to tighten the screws. I was pleased with it and bought the piece. read more