Attentive service. Great eclectic choices. Overall great vibes. Charming decor. Great place to find the original gift for someone hard to please. read more

I'm delighted to learn about their products. I didn't think I'd be able to afford an outdoor dining set, but the prices were quite reasonable. Since it was delivered, I've been sitting in my garden every day, so I'm really satisfied! read more

Wow, just wow! Ever in a bind finding a gift for someone? Not after a visit here. You'll find what you're looking for or be inspired enough to pick up something completely unique and original. I really could spend hours in this shop, browsing the tea sets, paper dolls and plastic vegetables. Yup, I've turned into a 7 year old. But don't judge me, walk in there and it will happen to you. Hold on a moment, I'm desperately late for some urgent finger painting.... read more

After Noah - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

After Noah is a very interesting shop to pop into if you are strolling down the street after indulging at one of the many amazing cafes/bakeries here. Lots of quirky stuff, you never know what you may find. Spread across 2 floors, the downstairs is mostly furniture and the garden out back has outdoor furniture and decor. The ground floor has a mix of children's gift items, unique watches and loads of other bric-a-brac, that are a pleasure to browse through. I saw a lot of childrens items that I have only read about in books or seen on screen, and they also have some modern toys. I'm no expert on antique / restored / refurbished furniture, but while the prices do seem high, they do seem to be good quality too. read more

After Noah's existance makes me happy. This store has loads of trinkets new and old and a whole lower level of antiques. This store is one part vintage toy shop, one part antiques, and one part kitch gifts for the home. This place is great to place to pick out unique present. Check out Anti-Monoply and the retro wall clocks! Hot. read more

After Noah - Anti-Monopolising Islington - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

Quirky, Kitsch, and Quirky! Too much to look at I just want to touch and buy everything, it is a well sized shop with bit and pieces from yester-year. As you know you must pay a price for these little treasures but some are totally worth it. Bought an old tin Arsenal F.C sign for the hubby and he loved it, at £24 it was worth his joy when he got it, not to sound like a master card advert but, that was priceless. It is a blend of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture, furniment, jewellery, gifts and toys (lots of them!) they have know opened a toy shop next door. That's proving very popular you will no doubt hear more than a few people saying the same phrase 'God, do you remember these?' read more

After Noah - toys! - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

Every time I walk past After Noah I see children run to the glass display and point to toys and sweets they have to have. I then watch as their parents do exactly the same. You can't help but love After Noah because of this, it brings out the big kid in everyone. The shop itself stocks a beautiful selection of old and new toys and games, though don't go in looking for a Nintendo or a Wii, it's not that kind of place. Although things can be quite pricey, I would describe After Noah as the perfect shop if you're struggling for present ideas for someone. You would have to be buying for scrooge for them not to like something in this shop. My personal favourites are the wooden cars in the window that are just big enough for a toddler to sit on and push around. I like them so much that I am encouraging family members to have children just so that I can buy one. This might take a while though so maybe I should just bite the bullet and ask them if they have any in adult sizes...Children get enough presents anyway! read more

After Noah - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

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A creaky TARDIS full of delights pretty much sums up After Noah. I'm a sucker for a toy shop so succumbed to the siren's call and went in. The shop is essentially split into 3 parts - the left is gifty-type things. Reminded me of a Joy. Right has toys and games. Downstairs is vintage and vintage-style furniture and furnishings. While I was there, I loved it. It felt quirky and cool. But I left empty-handed. I mean, it's overpriced, of course. That kind of stuff you don't need shop always is, and being in Islington compounds that. And it's full. Really, really full, which makes me not want to look at things. But if I hadn't already done Christmas pressies for my niece and nephew, I'm sure a few things would have ended up in my possession. For now though, it's a nice place to pop in and look around, and gawk at the vintage things I just can't afford! read more

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Its commercialised no doubt, but the basement is what I liked. Why? The next time you step in take a look at the basement items, its not displayed, well like the upstairs; but there are pieces of furniture that I would love to get my hands on. Its totally a cool site to see; old genuine wooden furniture and valuable. I also like the collection of vintage phones that they have kept locked in a showcase. But the prices are crazy! and I'm not spending that kind in credit crunch season. I wonder if they are meant to be sold at all with that price tag. hhmmmm! The children's section I found very interactive, but its mostly decorative stuff like alphabetic letters, dolls, wooden toys, puzzles, more soft toys, and lots more of course. But you have to look around really well to spot something of interest. I think some of the items are very pricey, the store is not designed in a child friendly design. Its like being in a tennis court watching the ball travel. Neck-racking! read more

After Noah - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

Here you need to be prepared before going in as it's a flashback in childhood. All the games you had when you were a child are there. When girls were playing cooking and boys small cars. Small food and small copy of what you are using everyday. They are not expensive and they let you touch everything. Be prepared to feel like a child. There are also sweets from yesterday that I had forgot. Plenty of souvenirs and new intelligent games. Downstairs, it's all abot furniture and wood, all classic but stylish. Go there if you want to buy something you won't regret it. read more

After Noah - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

:::::walks through door::: "My word, this place is darling!" ::::rushes around looking at everything excitedly::: "This is what I've been looking for! Look at all the THINGS!" :::::peers at price tags::: "WHAT!?" Alright, I realize we're all up in Angel here...where the streets are paved with money and the wallets open freely, but I just cannot get on board with the general pricing structure of After Noah. For a small gift? Perchance. There are some very cute things, most notably the children's toy and gift section. I wouldn't imagine you'd buy these for your own children, but perhaps for other unrelated children of which you were looking to impress their parents or get in good with your boss that has sprung offspring. But the vintage restored furniture? Blasphemously overpriced and indulgently ridiculous at said price point. Especially, if you know your stuff. While its all very gorgeous and wonderful, the prices are absolutely outrageous. Even for London. Even for Angel. Why the ire? Well, you see...they had an IDENTICAL chest of drawers to one that lives in my home. Same make, really...identical. I purchased this from *The Restoration in Stoke Newington a few months ago for £300 (and free delivery). How much do you think it was at After Noah? £1,295. Get out of town, Noah. That is just some ish right there. Don't get me wrong, this place is truly, truly darling -- but just know what you are getting into. Perhaps if you are sick of looking, have a lot of extra cash or have your ey on something you cannot live without you can stomach the price, but I could not. However, their stationary, gift and child toy collection? A bit less rich, and a good stop for a present. But, the furniture...well, I'll find somewhere else to sit, thankyouverymuch! *The Restoration: http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-restoration-london-2 read more

I love After Noah. And I've never even purchased anything here. Of course, I plan to. The only problem is that I want to buy EVERYTHING in this store. If ever the world is getting you down, or its just one of those cold blustery days that happen all too often here in the N1, just hop over to After Noah and you'll be six years old again - as happy as when you had the best presentation for show and tell. There's everything from board games to models to dolls and beyond. But its not just for kids, there is plenty of stuff here that would make a great gift for anyone who is still a little kid on the inside... and really, isn't that everyone? read more

Antique furniture Wrapping paper map-posters Mr Men/Little Miss mugs Kitsch-covered notepads Wooden printing block letters Retro kiddies toys Collage artcards Jigsaw puzzles Old fashioned sweetshop jars Floral print watering cans Vintage jewellery Penguin classic books Travel journal pocketbooks ...and so much more you'll have to go look yourself, and see what you find. read more

I love this place for the slightly quirky selection of items ranging from toys ( for both kids and adults) to vintage products, cards and accessories. I always find something to buy here. Definitely a unique shop and well worth a visit. read more

This place is a retro, toy store super star. For any kind of old fashioned, classic candy, or toy, this place will have something on show that will make you exclaim "I remember that!" The great thing about After Noah is that you do not have to spend a fortune. There are goodies from pennies up to pounds. This is a fantastic place for a peruse that will see you leave with something that makes you smile. read more

SIDN stores (Shite I Don't Need). Angel seems to be full of em. This one takes the cake. It has everything that anyone could ever not need. haha No really though, cute antiques, great little gifts for men and women, a great toy selection as well. When it's not super crowded (cause busy but narrow walkways can get annoying) I could walk around and browse through everything in that darn place for hours. read more

This place is adorable. A bit pricey, but some of the items are so unique and quirky, that you can't help but consider them. There's this great lighted sign that hangs above the stairs that says "Open to Both Sexes" that I covet intensely. I'm trying to figure out if its for sale and if I can get it back to the States. We popped in here recently to buy a baby gift for a friend and had so much fun playing with the charming toys and reading through the carefully selected children's books. We bought the cutest wrapping paper -- super thick and durable, cute vintage robots! -- and it was a big hit. It better be, to be honest, at £2.50 per sheet. Fantastic vintage pieces, goodies and furniture and definitely good for a wander. read more

Maybe I am weird, but I don't seem to get gift shops.. Why would anyone buy anything of no use? I find it with this shop in particular. Jewellery - ok.. Wrapping paper - totally! I think their selection of wrapping papers is great (not that I would ever buy wrapping paper... I make my own..) but other than that.. Nothing, I would need or desire or anyone else would.. In fact, I never heard anyone saying: 'Oh, I wish to get these quirky looking tooth picks for my birthday!' Have you? If you have, please send me a contact for this person, because I would be very curious to understand him/her... Yes, pretty shop. But that's about it. The furniture.. Well, I rather won't go there... read more

This shop sells really sweet tasteful gifts and toys, stocking filler bits that you'd probably never buy for yourself but love to give to other people. It's perfect around Christmas when it's Just William retro aesthetic seems comforting and appropriate but it's a handy place to pop in if you've got difficult men (fathers, brothers, boyfriends...) or children to buy for. The toys are really fun, I always leave with that childhood feeling of really wanting something, even though I know I'd go off it as soon as I got home but you can have a little play with most things when you're in the shop. read more

After Noah - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

After Noah is an exciting jumble of antique furniture, vintage/retro objects, and traditional toys and games. It's quite packed with stuff and could be great inspiration for presents or your home. I do like this shop and always find some interesting things, but as I'm not exactly flush at the moment I can't help feeling I could find similar stuff elsewhere for much more reasonable prices - see Holloway Road for the vintage and retro. They do have plenty of regular local customers with deep enough pockets though, and it's very popular with parents and their little ones - so they're obviously doing something right. read more

After Noah - Antiques Near Me - London, XGL

This is definitely the shop to go when you are looking for aexceptional gift for the children. Many of the toys are displayed. It is cool shop that provides kids toys, in a very affordable price yet very high quality products. This store was such a treat to come here. It's the peak of toys. Generally, I would say it is definitely a nice place/shop to buy a toys, & a quite a fun experience and even if you don't shop here regularly for your toy needs, you should come at least once and spend a few timesviewing around. read more

You won't find Bratz dolls or PS3's in this toy store, but instead some of the cool classic toys that kids SHOULD grow up with. I love to wander around in here even though I have no reason to buy kids things because sometimes toys are just plain fun no matter how old you are. They also do vintage and antique home furnishings that can get a little pricey, but it's some really cool stuff. If you're wandering around Kings Rd on a lazy shopping day, stop in and let your eyes flutter around the store. It's one of those places where if you go with a friend, you'll be shouting at each other "Look at this!!" only to get a response of: "No, come here and look at this!!!!!" read more

After Noah has beautiful things, including some items lovingly refurbished to their former glory. I purchased a 1960s Danish sofa-bed, and the staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable in explaining its background and arranging for delivery. When I experienced a minor problem with the sofa months later, I simply wrote an email and they responded in less than 5 minutes! The exceptional service after purchase shows that they really care about their customers and their products. read more

I was almost disappointed to stumble across Noah Noah on Upper Street as I thought the branch on Kings Road was the one and only. But only almost, as you can't have too many stores like this to take you back in childhood history. I love brwosing the beautifully restored vintage furniture and browse toys of an era long forgotten. Perfect for gifts, both to others and yourself - a true feelgood oasis. read more

This shop has a really traditional feel with the items on offer as well as the layout and decor of the shop - minimalist it ain't! There is a huge array or knick-knacks, furniture (but not your cheap looking IKEA stuff), other house-hold & garden wares, toys (the old-fashioned stuff, not video consoles and the like) and other odds and ends - mamy of the items are vintage or have that feel to them. Great if you are looking for a gift but not sure what to get, and even for a wander around if you are shopping on Upper Street. read more

This is a great shop full of things you just won't see anywhere else and a great place for buying gifts. It's not a big shop, but it always takes me some time to take everything in as it's jam-packed with goodies. The vintage furniture is super, but expensive. read more

This little shop on Upper Street has a great nostalgic atmosphere, with a range of antique furniture and home stuff, and a whole section of old school retro toys and games from decades ago. You can spend ages in here and not get bored with all the quirky bits all over the shop, and there's usually some old music playing to set the scene even more. Great place for gifts and stocking fillers, but they also sell more valuable collector's items and antiques, and have a furniture reparation service, but when I go here I tend to stick in the crazy toy section... read more

Found these guys when I first got to the UK. Just received my G Plan Vintage Fifty Nine sofa delivery from them. Ordered it 5 weeks ago. 2 nice guys delivered it. Couldn't live without it. Cheaper than the RRP. http://www.afternoah.com/p/27309/G-Plan-Vintage-The-Fifty-Nine-Large-Fabric-Sofa read more

What a lovely shop! I'm 72 and it felt like I was going back in time talk about nostalgia. It's a shop with a split personality half traditional toy shop, half antique/vintage furniture and bric-a-brac and both are the types of shop that used to exist, but seem to have almost disappeared. The toy shop is like a toy shop from my childhood, with teddy bears, model aeroplanes, scooters, spud guns, balloons, traditional wooden toys, Monopoly, Cluedo, Scrabble and model cars as far away as you could get from Toys Aren't Them as you could imagine. The other half of the shop has some of the most interesting pieces of furniture I've ever seen both old and new, along with old lamps, clocks, beds, farmhouse tables, bakelite phones you name it. All the old furniture has been repaired in their workshop in the basement. The staff are all really smiley and friendly, without jumping on you. They let me browse and I could have browsed for hours. Definitely worth a visit and if you can't get there, look at their website. read more

Leon C. said it all! After Noal is just feel-good place to be. It's a perfect place to look for gifts for just about anyone, or just a nice shop to browse around in. It's a great trip down memory lane, and everyone is sure to find a special something from their childhood toy box! read more

I have been to this shop about 3 times in the last few years and on every occasion I have found the staff to be incredibly patronising and rude. The worst customer service of any shop in Islington, they make you feel as if you have walked into a Mayfair store in Primark clothes! If you are looking for children's toys there is no room for a buggy to manoeuvre around this shop anyway and everything is over priced. Go to Igloo across the road where the staff are lovely, really friendly and helpful and the toys are worth having rather than the old fashioned tat that kids dont like anyway! If you are looking for tat that some call 'quirky' and you are not with kids then it may be worth a look but don't expect the staff to be genuinely friendly in the least. I shall not be going here ever again. read more