I stopped in to the Pink Giraffe just to look at their card selection. After no more than 5-10…read moreminutes in the store, the woman who I assumed owned the store, came over to ask if I "was looking for anything" because I was "wandering around." I told her that I was just looking at their selection of cards. She then replied that the cards were "on the shelves to sell." My boyfriend then kindly asked her if she would like us to leave. She looked up at him, gave him an awful glare, then went back to her business without saying a word. I was completely shocked by this horribly rude interaction in the store. What small business owner doesn't want people to look in their store? And who feels the need to be so rude to anyone? I would also like to add that we were dressed fairly nice and were being incredibly careful handling the cards. I make cards and stationary, so I would say I'm far more careful than the average customer. Needless to say, I will never be returning to the Pink Giraffe or recommending it to any friends.

I went into this shop while waiting for the Backstage Event to start. They have some marvelous…read morequirky little items. I found the cutest cat bracelet for a very reasonable price. The sales person was very personable . She chatted amicably and took great care in wrapping my small items. They have some other larger gift items, but yesterday I was limited by the size of my pockets. Sounds like a return trip to me.

My favorite store at The Pearl - it's so beautiful and a good go-to when you need a gift or…read moresomething special for yourself! Curated so wonderfully and the staff is always friendly! Great for all budgets, too!

We stumbled upon this cute shop while out walking around the Pearl. I was on the hunt for some cute…read moredrinking glasses and found the perfect ones to match my vibes at home. The selection of different gift options throughout the store makes it an easy one stop shop for everyone (mostly). The glasses I found were of great value for cheap!! As I was shopping and had my hands full, the cashier offered to hold them behind the register. She even asked if it was okay to start wrapping the fragile items ahead of time to help make the checkout quick. Cute store! A must visit!

I love working with Louis and his company! I had misplaced a lovely fountain pen and when I found…read moreit, realized I needed some ink cartridges. The Ink Flow had the best prices on their website compared to any other on-line vendors. Louis responded immediately to my order, explaining that there would be a slight delay in shipping. (These days, the supply chain is bumpy due the pandemic.) He kept me informed about new stock (colors) that I wanted and was very gracious. I'm really looking forward to doing business with Louis and The Ink Flow again! It was a lovely experience.

When I visit a store like this, it makes the world seem a little smaller. That's because Ten…read moreThousand Villages sells products and goods made my artists all around the world-providing them a venue to make money and support their families. I was impressed with the quality of the items as well, nothing appeared cheap, even though the prices were very reasonable. I'd love to go back and spend more time here and support some not-so-local artists.

Unique, handcrafted items that make for great gifts…read more Items are a little pricey but worth it since most items are handmade, plus they have sales from time to time.

We explored the area prior to dinner and found this amazing store! We loved the vibe and so many of…read morethe offerings they had to offer. The music was cool - staff picks the songs/station. During our visit I was grooving to 70s/disco/motown. It was upbeat and certainly set the mood for fun shopping/browsing experience. She seemed to be enjoying the music as well - she was cheerful and friendly. They had locally made products from sauces, to stickers, to textiles to jewelry, candy...so much...definitely recommend checking out their online store if you aren't able to visit in person...They have over 8 pages of products you can browse online. I love their magnets selections as well I purchased a mood ring that had a cat face on it. I was able to find hot sauce for a friend. It was sauce made in Texas too! I got a sassy fun notebook for a friend, stickers. I can't wait to buy more stuff online. If you purchase more than $75 - you can save on shipping. The prices I felt were very reasonable, especially given that a lot is supporting local artists. I highly recommend for a FUN shopping experience.

Super cute selection and the owner(?) was super sweet and helpful. The candle selection was…read morescrumptious!

Mockingbird Handprints is killing it! Such a cool shop!…read moreHandmade prints that are all incredible! They've got a great selection of San Antonio and Texas themed cards, printed up on their own press that are retro and inexpensive! They use their presses to print up all kinds of cool stuff. They sell wallpaper!!! I've never seen custom wallpaper before, but they've got all kinds of retro designs that would go perfectly in your home. Their work is all very unique, and has a cool western vibe to it. The owner is very nice, and took the time to explain a little about what they had. They're doing some great stuff in there. Be sure to check them out!

This shop reminds me of a Texas-themed etsy shop but IRL. I came across it while exploring First…read moreFridays in Southtown with a friend/colleague. The walls are adorned with art for sale, and you'll find displays jam-packed with home decor, stationary items, jewelry, etc. If you're looking for a thoughtful and unique gift, Mockingbird Handprints is a great start. I purchased a martini-themed stationary set that I can't wait to write some handwritten notes - with a martini in hand. :)

Completely SATISFIED, and pleasantly surprised at the Reasonable rates, on a same day order…read more Minuteman NE helped us get our rush print job in just over an hour, after our initial call-in and online quote. Excellent Quality! We will be back*

I contacted Minuteman Press about a basic, routine book coiling job--the kind of thing any print…read moreshop should be able to handle in their sleep. They confirmed they do book coiling... and then flatly refused to do my project. No explanation. No courtesy. Just a dismissive "no." The clear message? Either my business wasn't worth their time, or they couldn't be bothered to do elementary work. Either way, that's not how professionals operate. I took the exact same job to Kinko's. They completed it in under 20 minutes for less than $20, with zero attitude and zero drama. The staff there were genuinely puzzled as to why anyone would refuse such a simple request. Minuteman Press apparently has the luxury of turning away easy money and treating potential customers like inconveniences. If you value basic competence, transparency, and being treated with respect, take your business elsewhere. Kinko's will actually do the job.

While exploring the pearl, i found myself at this shop and fell in love instantly! They have such a…read moregreat assortment of gifts and accessories. I absolutely fell in love with their sticker wall that I could have spent hours looking at with all the great selection. The staff was fantastic and I would recommend this shop to anyone visiting San Antonio.

Feliz Modern Pop is such a cute shop and definitely worth a visit. They have a great mix of gifts,…read morestationery, souvenirs, and other fun finds that make it hard to leave empty-handed. I was especially surprised to find Miffy and Mofusand merchandise that I hadn't seen anywhere else. It was fun discovering unique items that aren't commonly available at other stores. The overall vibe of the shop is adorable and thoughtfully curated, making it easy to spend a lot of time browsing. Honestly, I wanted to buy so much more than I did.

I used to live in the neighborhood and frequented this little shop, it was dangerous having them…read morearound the corner but loved it so much. They have many great things and were always my go-to for gifts. I've never had a bad experience with the staff, they're all very kind.

Avoid this overpriced knick-nack shack. The products are not worth it and the management is rude…read moreand unwelcoming. Take your business elsewhere where they don't push away customers.