I think the owner caught a catchy name, Alibaba Liquidation. No kidding. They sell imports from…read moreChina I'm huge quantities. They don't have display cases, but huge boxes of merchandise as seen on Amazon (not TV). I don't think it's related to the internationally known e-commerce website. Alibaba is also the main character from the famous Arabian folk tale. Any ways, as I was saying, don't think all products from China look cheap. They're seriously made for high end consumers. Like cell phone accessories brand LeYi. I never knew this brand until I bought a cell phone case from Amazon. They got unique design and functionality. Yesterday July 31 was their first day. I arrived around 3 pm. They were busy unloading and setting up the shop. There were few customers. Employees greeted everyone as we came in. Prices are still handwritten on the crates. I saw $1, $2, $3, $4, $5... But I saw nice stuff in the crates. Oh, they take cash and credit cards. I wasn't planning to stay long because I could overspend for trinkets. Some items can become customized gifts for businesses. I'll be back when we can safely meet in person. Because I will buy a bunch of stuff for my meetup giveaways. **Updated after my second visit and chatted with co-owner Jason** They have plan to expend this operation to 10 stores in Houston. I think it's a great concept. I wish them luck and I will be back every month to see new products.

Very happy with my purchases , you can find good items with affordable prices. Definitely…read morerecommend to everyone !

I am obsessed with this place. I come here pretty much every time I come to Houston. Please get a…read morelocation in Austin! That would be great!!! Love the plushies. I also love the mystery boxes. It might be a tad pricey for some things here. But I love it here so much. I will admit service is basically non existent but I like that. I like to just shop and not be bothered. And check out on self checkout when I'm ready.

Amazing staff and selection is jaw dropping. You leave there wishing you can buy everything…read more Really appreciate this place more after seeing several other Houston locations.

This place has plenty of stuff for below a dollar, but then if they didn't it'd be pretty below the…read morebelt, no? This is a good Dollar Store that is not related to all the big chains as far as I can tell. It's smaller and more clustered and less organized, and you'll definitely find some good deals in here. The one problem with dollar stores - which you might agree with - is that you go in here looking for one thing and come out buying 15 things, so you don't really save money unless you come for specific items and leave with those specific items. But when does that ever happen?

What does this name remind you of? King Dollar. Its slogan "Nothing Over $1.25" and the merchandise…read morehere has close resemblance. Except, Below Dollar got a lot more stuff. The look from outside has an attractive white window sheer with English phrases in red and hours in bilingual. When I walked in, it was like wall to wall of stuff to choke me. I wouldn't want to be in here when earthquake happens. The aisles are narrow. It reminds me of a third world country. It's definitely not a place for claustrophobic. But for me, I'm a dollar store junkie. This is a shopping heaven. If this is your first time, plan to spend a half hour to browse. My first visit was short. I only wanted to capture the essence of this store to add the biz on Yelp. Since it's right next to Fiesta Mart, you'll find me digging though the piles of goodies often. Here's an advice from me - shop with common sense. Not everything at a dollar store is cheap. Compare the prices with other retail chains. If you regretted with a purchase, no worry. It's just $1.25. Return policy is exchange only, no refunds. **55th review of 2017**

This place is huge! Half is discount jewelry and hair bows and the other half is home decor. The…read morejewelry is 1-4 dollars! There is absolutely no jewelry over 4 dollars and it's a steal! They also have the cutest accessories for little girls for only a dollar (bows, necklaces, bags)! And there's amazing stuff in the home decor section for more than reasonable prices. Crosses, wind chimes, huge Texas stars, and various signs to decorate the home! Oh and they also have cute masquerade masks!

Online it says they close at 9pm but at 8:40pm they were…read morealready kicking us out and they were being really rude about it never coming here again .

Very good selection. Most prices about $1.50. Bought a bag of decorative rocks that would have…read morebeen $5-10 at Michael's but here only $1.50. Good toy and game and party selection.

This Daiso is so cute! Every time I am in an area that has a Daiso, I have to go. This one also has…read morea self check-out area, so it's nice if there's a rush of people. Daiso has a lot of items that are super cute, such as plushies, stationary, makeup, pet toys, household items, and more. They also have an awesome snack station and a good amount of electronics accessories, so there's usually something suitable for everyone that they might find interesting/ useful. I have a lot of the kitchen items such as their dishes, stovetop liners, and chopsticks, but I also enjoy their home accessories such as their house slippers, plushies, and stationary. The snack area always has a lot of fun options to munch on during my trip back home! They also have excellent car accessories, so I have even purchased car cushions from here (they're pandas!). Overall, the items are usually in the $1-3 range, but some items may go up to about $10 based on what it is!

Where you can buy all the stuff you don't need but desperately think you want…read more I only allow myself to come here a few times a year (if that). It's Japan's version of $1 store except in the US, it's $1.75 and up. The quality to me is better than the regular dollar tree or 99 cents stores. The store is very clean and organized. There are some basic items that they carry all year and then specialty things that come and go. Some of the sections: gardening, toys, makeup and hair, electronics, storage, kitchenware, pets, snacks, camping, etc. You can grab some necessities as well as whimsical things. The staff are very friendly. Def one of my fave spots.

Very bad experience at this store. The cashier refused to assist me and treated me with rudeness…read moreand disrespect. Her attitude was completely unprofessional and unacceptable for someone working with customers. I felt ignored and mistreated. Management really needs to improve customer service.

Let's be honest I'd probably hate myself if I worked at DDS too. But if she's this miserable with…read moreall the customers, she should seriously consider a different job , because the attitude is insane. I watched her not bagged a single thing for the guy in front of me and when the man asked why, she acted bothered... like that isn't literally what she's getting paid for.Then when it was my turn, she tossed my bag so carelessly with an attitude that it landed on the floor. I told her to be careful next time and she completely ignored me, not even a "sorry". If you're gonna work with the public, the bare minimum is acting like you can handle basic tasks without the attitude. If that's already too much for her, then customer service is clearly above her pay grade. And baby... whatever's got you stressed, go take care of it before you clock in because bringing that dry, irritated nasty attitude to customers is embarrassing. At least pretend you don't hate your life or go get some d*ck before your shift babes.

I've been here almost two years, and it took an out-of-towner to tell me about this place. I'm…read moregoing to use as an excuse that Houston is a large city for the reason why I did not know. Also, there are two stores right across the street from each other. Now, each building houses its own inventory, and what's across the street is totally different from the store across from it. Once inside, I will say the selection varies from one shop to the next. I can honestly say you will find what you are looking for or even more things you didn't know you liked. Now, my heart lies with all things gems, beads, and stones. But I soon kept wondering and discovered there were these cute scarves for a really great price that I adored. Well, I kept going on, and on and I kept buying to the store across the street, it was a nice day.

There are so many beautiful items to purchase from a variety of shops. I bought a beautiful crown…read moreand brooch for my Sorority Life Members Luncheon and a clear purse for my entry to see Vice President Kamala Harris. I know I'll be back! Ten stars.

From: ChefDan the FlavorKing…read more There are some great deals to be had, such as large capers, salad dressing, minced garlic, crabmeat, etc....but others are the same price as Costco and Sam's. You have to truly have a business though. This isn't a fake member's only concept.

The associate at the front desk was extremely rude and unprofessional. My new staff member came in…read moreto purchase restaurant equipment in a hurry and accidentally checked out using a day pass. I immediately realized the mistake and asked her to return the very next day to correct it, but the manager refused to help or make any effort to resolve the issue. They were disrespectful to my staff and completely inflexible, even though the situation was explained right away. On top of that, their equipment pricing is very high -- over $200 more expensive than online options like WebstaurantStore. This experience was disappointing and unacceptable. I've already filed complaints with corporate and consumer protection, and I will be disputing the charge. I recommend staying away from this location.

Teso Life is a a casual Japanese-style casual lifestyle store that offers everything from snacks to…read moretoys and beauty products to household goods. I find it similar to Daiso but with slightly higher prices and much more variety. This store is located at West on West (WoW) on Westheimer which holds several Asian-centric businesses like KBBQ, Japanese sushi, cake and bakery shops, and more. The store is quite large and the aisles are decent sized when it comes to comfortably shopping. You'll see lots of shoppers that come and go in groups whether they're family or friends, but all are very shop curious, as Teso has such a variety of items. It takes time to explore all the things but it is fun to discover unique items you likely won't find elsewhere. The aisles are very well stocked with sweet and savory snacks like cookies, crackers, chips, nuts, dried seafood, chocolates, candies, ice cream etc. They also have a huge wall of specialty drinks in the far back, where you'll also find things like 3D puzzles and toys that are not typical. There's also a row of claw arcade machines in the back so have your hand at the claw if you'd like. There's also a wide variety of beauty items that are Japanese heavy including face masks, mascara, fake lashes, hair dye, and lip sticks. Stationary that is cute and useful is also in abundance. Overall, it's a fun store to shop and stock up on some useful household items and some hard-to-find goods that are great for yourself or a gift to others.

Teso Life is an Asian lifestyle department store specializing in Japanese and Korean beauty…read moreproducts, snacks, and home goods. It's located off Westheimer in the same shopping center as 99 Ranch grocery store, Lady M, and Paris Baguette. I stopped in while visiting 99 Ranch and was curious to check it out. The standout here is the selection of beauty products. There are at least two full aisles dedicated to Japanese and Korean skincare, including serums, sunscreens, and face masks. The variety is impressive and convenient if you want everything in one place. That said, prices aren't the best--you can often find better deals online or at other stores--but the selection makes up for it. Toward the back of the store, you'll find snacks and drinks like chips, teas, and bottled beverages. Prices in this section are higher compared to places like H Mart or 99 Ranch, so I wouldn't come here specifically for snacks. Staff were friendly and welcoming when we entered, and parking is easy with a large shared lot. Overall, great spot for Japanese and Korean beauty products, especially if you value selection over price. Just be mindful of pricing and don't expect bargain deals.