I love this shop! Joanna is very helpful and accommodating. I was looking for bathing suits for my…read moregranddaughter and they were still in boxes. Joanna opened and went through all the boxes while I waited, looking for the perfect bathing suits! I also picked up an adorable outfit for a baby shower. I always leave with more than I planned lol. Go here, you won't be disappointed! I highly recommend it!

From the owner: Joanna's Cuties offers beautiful and unique quality baby and children's clothing for everyday and…read morespecial occasions. We also carry shoes, toys, and accessories. Also, there is a section geared solely for the kids to stay occupied while the adults get to shop!

Adorable! Great classic and educational toys in a store that feels welcoming and full of joy!read more

Super. A toy store like the one you remember from when you were a child. Helpful staff, they…read morepersonalized my "piggy bank", gift wrapped it then personalized the gift wrapping. Awesome. Good selection of retro stuff.

I went to this boutique to find some holiday clothes for my one year old son, and this store did…read morenot disappoint! The owner took her time to show me a variety of outfit combinations and pointed me in the right direction in terms of sizing. She put together a few shirt and pant outfits that were exactly what I was looking for! She also showed me some adorable books, bibs and jackets that were hard to pass up. This is the perfect store to find clothes for your own child or as a gift, as the staff is very helpful and the store has an amazing inventory. I also recently received a birthday gift for my son from this store, and I am in love! It is an adorable pajama outfit with a matching bedtime book. I will definitely be stealing this idea for gifts for my friend's children. Thank you Little Charmers for an amazing experience and I can't wait to be back!

We stopped by with our 3 kids 3 under 3 due to seeing some gorgeous clothing in the window. We…read moreplanned to scope out some of the clothes and didn't plan to stay long and if anything buy a dress or two for our daughter. The woman at the register was incredibly sweet, however a couple minutes after we entered, another woman came into the store. Im not sure what the woman's name was, but she was an employee. We got there about 10 minutes before closing although we were unaware of that until the other employee brought it up. We apologized & responded by saying we were just trying to get an idea of what the store had and didn't plan on staying past closing. The woman responded with "well some of us have places to be & lives to live". She came off as very rude, despite the other employee insisting to her that she would be fine alone, and that she could leave early. We got there at about 5:20, and the door was not locked, nor did the register woman mention she had an issue at all. My husband went back inside after loading our kids up to explain to the nicer woman, how off putting the other had been, and that it's deterring us as new customers to come back. He went back to iterate that behaving that way was just very rude of her, and we also wanted to ensure that she wasn't the owner of the store. 1 star off for that woman, 4 stars that maybe could become 5 depending on our next visit which will hopefully be a better one. I don't know if she was having a bad day, or an emergency, but we did not appreciate her demeanor towards us, especially in the presence of our children. The only reason we are going to give this place another shot, is due to the woman at the register who was both apologetic & sympathetic on behalf of her coworker. 05/19/2026

Love, Love, Love This Little Gem of a Bookstore! If you're…read moreanywhere near Manasquan, do yourself a favor and pop into this lovely little bookstore. I found books I absolutely love--some I discovered on my own and others that were personally recommended by the store's fabulous curator, and owner Peter. When I mentioned a book I had recently read and loved--Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin--Peter immediately jumped up, went straight to the bottom shelf, and pointed it out. There was even a handwritten staff recommendation and summary attached to the book. Many of the books throughout the store have these thoughtful mini-reviews, which made browsing feel so personal and engaging. I love the overall vibe of this shop. The selection of gifts is just right: a charming mix of journals, candles, book-themed merchandise, and a few toys--including stuffed animals. I fell in love with a stuffed bear and now I'll have to go back because I didn't purchase him (regret!). If you have the time, I highly recommend setting some aside to slowly explore the shelves, stacks, and cozy nooks of this beautifully curated bookstore. It's an absolute delight

Booktowne is such a gem. It's not only a gorgeous shop filled with amazing books, but also a…read moretreasure trove of unique gifts that make it the perfect place to shop for readers and nonreaders alike. What really sets them apart, though, is their kindness. My son, who has special needs, needed help with a project, and the staff at Booktowne volunteered their time to work with him. They were so kind and patient--we'll never forget it. This is the kind of business our community needs. So stop clicking "Buy Now" on Amazon and head to Booktowne Manasquan instead. You'll walk out with something great and know your money is supporting a generous, caring local business.

POINT PLEASANT: Opal & Olive is a charming home decor and gift shop filled with thoughtfully…read morecurated pieces to elevate your space. They even have a pet section stocked with clothing, accessories, treats, and toys for your furry companions. Leashed and friendly dogs are welcome inside. Just keep in mind there is also a friendly off-leash shop dog who may stop by to say hello while you browse.

I visited Opal and Olive last week and had my eye on a view things, actually many things!…read moreThe store has Christmas decorations, frames, vases, faux flowers, decorative tableware and more beautiful things. Since I'm not too good with arranging flowers in a vase, I either buy too few and have to go back to buy more and then they're gone, or, I buy too many and waste money. I brought my vase from home because I saw these big beautiful velvet poinsettia flowers trimmed in white. I showed the vase to the young lady in the store . She took the flowers which were in the window display in a Christmas tree, paired them with faux lamb's ear, tried other greenery, but the lamb's ears were perfect, cut them the right size and arranged them in the vase for me. She had other customers, was very pleasant, she helped them while I walked around and then completed my arrangement. The store has a great vibe and with service like that, this will be the first store I will visit for these types of things.

i like the sweater i got even thought it was a bit overpriced, the customer service was okay, cute…read moresouvenirs, just odd they sell live crabs as if they are toys. they have a deal where if you buy a "crab care kit" you get a crab with it but they give you the wrong care instructions. i overheard the lady explain what to do with the crab and everything was just straight up wrong. otherwise, it's a nice store.

Great spot for postcards, Manasquan town branded sportswear, flip flops, sunglasses, and everything…read moreelse you need for a day st the beach-which is about twenty yards away!