Great store. Lots of African sculpture and framed prints…read more Soaps ,incense, fabric. Black culture art framed as well. Some furniture pieces. African culture memorbillia

This store is sizeable and has quite a bit of inventory. Unfortunately, it is filthy and not well…read moreorganized. The front entrance looks like it hasn't been swept in years, and many of the items inside are covered in dust and dirt. Presentation matters a great deal when shopping. I don't want to have to take something home and scour it. I will not return to this store, which is a shame because it could be neighborhood jewel.

I visited this store back when I lived on 89th Muskegon. I've shopped there twice and both times I…read morewas able to walk around and ask questions . It's sad that they have alleged racist behavior towards other customers because IFA is a network for the ENTIRE diaspora not just those who practice certain divinations. I will return for a third visit to give a more current review. I truly hope the community isn't stained because of this

This is the only botanica in the South Chicago/ East Side area. They do have a decent selection of…read morecandles and oils but I was expecting more of a selection of Santeria items. After all, the place is named Botanica Elegua. As far as I could tell, they do not have an herb selection. If they do, it wasn't featured prominently. Their statues are your more common statues that you can find in most botanicas. The gentleman that works there was very courteous and offered to special order two items for me but I told him that I was gonna keep looking. I would have called ahead but for some reason, I was not able to find any information on-line or even a phone number. This place was pretty busy considering that it was the middle of the week and it was late in the afternoon. I believe that they are a relatively new botanica since I first noticed them sometime last year. Once they get settled in, I'm sure they will have more of a selection. Overall, this place is a much needed addition to the area. Too many people that I know get frustrated traveling all the way up north for items.

A-1 service and selection is the where you need to be to get you right. Definitely my go to shop…read morewhen o was first introduced. Cant wait to go back.

I recently made a total of 5 separate purchases of fragrance one product had a questionable quality…read moremeaning it was not authentic. I reached out to express my concern and I told nothing could be done. Two of the items were ok. The last shipment arrived but I have lost trust in this company and have decided to return the items. I have reached out 3 times to initiate my return but no response till date. I suspect they are delaying deliberately so that my window for return will run out. This is unacceptable business practice.

I ordered from The Scent 4 You online after hearing great things…read more.... This shop delivers more than just fragrances, it delivers an experience. The website was easy to navigate, and the descriptions were spot-on. I appreciated how they highlighted scent notes and which made choosing feel personal even from a distance. Shipping was fast, and the packaging? Simple and no frills-Everything came wrapped in newspaper. The oils I received were rich, long-lasting, and smelled just like the high priced fragrances you purchase in box stores but without the high-end prices. If you're looking to elevate your scent game from the comfort of home this Gary-based gem is worth every click.

The packing for this business left a lot to he desired. First I was thinking it was a new business…read morestill getting started. They have been around for several years. Enough to upgrade packaging. I ordered unscented whipped white shea butter. It was not in regular for nor was it in whipped form after waiting an extensive time to receive the order. I reached out about the condition of the product and never received a response. So much for customer service or customer interaction!

I went in to the shop and found a beautiful piece of fluorite. As I went to check out the employee…read moretold me my total and I was about to pay. I mentioned how much I love fluorite and he immediately picked it up and dropped it very hard (fluorite is a 3-4 on the Mohs hardness scale) He said he accidentally rung it up as clear quartz and that he would have to charge the correct fluorite price -Totally fine! I was disappointed because the piece that I wanted chipped with the fall. When I mentioned it had chipped his whole stance changed and he became very agitated and said that he would not sell me the piece because "it's damaged and needs to be thrown out" I said that I would like to know the correct price so I can still purchase it and he refused. He was very snarky and rude. I was confused and disheartened. As I was leaving the store, I turned around and he was flipping me off! When I told him that was hurtful he became very aggressive and agile. His negative attitude triggered my anxiety badly. He made me feel afraid when he stood at the door glaring at me as I left. I was afraid to go to my car because of how long he stood there. I contacted the manager and she was in disbelief about the situation until she watched the video. She seemed apologetic and said for me to come out to their warehouse so that her and her husband can show me that that's not how they run things. Upon arrival, she makes a bunch of excuses for the employees behavior (her brother in law) and says she has temporarily let him go so that he can work on his mental health. She then warned me of how upset her husband was that he had to let his brother go from the store and that any negativity he had was not meant towards me but was consequence of his brother not working at the store anymore. I went hours out of my way to drive all the way to this warehouse only to feel uncomfortable shopping a second time from someone in the same family/shop. The crystals there were still pretty expensive and were dusty and dirty. I made a reasonable purchase and was very respectful throughout the whole experience. It seems like they valued a sale more than an actual connection with a customer. I did not want to write this review but after the owners response I feel like I need to share my poor experience.

This shop is really neat. They have a large variety of semi-precious stones and quartz rocks as…read morewell as incense and jewellery and other unique gift ideas. The man behind the counter was friendly and welcoming and more than happy to answer any questions. A really neat little shop.

Swap-O-Rama? More like Thrift-O-Rama!! Just $2 gets you all day access. You'll find pretty much…read moreeverything: fresh produce, clothing & replica jerseys, gardening supplies, lots of pottery and everything in between. Did I mention Mexican staples like micheladas, churros and Horchata!? And yes that means tacos and similar eats are nearby. In fact, if you decide to walk-in hungry, makes sure to get a hand stamp (or maybe 2) to allow re-entry. You can find all the Mexican eats your stomach may desire inside, however the best eats are actually around the perimeter before you enter. More specifically nearby 43rd & Wood Street. Park on 43rd and take the hike to S-O-R. Trust me, you have to try the food along the way. And this way, after you've spent the day at the place you can even find lunch on your walk back to your car. From my experience, stalls start to close down around 1pm, target arriving early, perhaps between 10am and 1pm. Pro Tip: Bring a minimum of $50 in cash so you are prepared to shop & negotiate. Smaller bills recommended.

There's not really much to say but it's a flea market and u never know what you'll find. U can…read morefind just about everything like furniture, records, food, toiletries, home improvement items....it is worth the visit. They have several Swap-O-Rama locations. I was near this 1 and it was my 1st time in over a year. I enjoyed just walking up and down the rows of vendors. Be careful u will be tempted to buy a lot. Though I did not find what I was looking for I found a few items I liked. Only $1 entrance fee. Make sure u get stamped if u need to take items to your car or need to step away. I brought a large reusable bag with me. U can also bring a cart. Happy shopping!!

Just met the owner of the shop and he was so humble and kind! Was extremely helpful and attentive…read moreto my needs as I looked for the perfect gift for my sister! Support this community black owned business.

Great customer service!! They have paraphernalia for most, if not all, of the Divine 9 groups!…read more The owner is very nice and helpful! His shop is worth a visit and it's in the city!! His prices are comparable with online competitors but you don't have to pay for shipping or wait for the mail. I'll be doing business here again.

I use to love this place! I purchased 2 $100 massage gift cards and they closed without notice…read more.. sad.

Chrisha was my massage therapist and she was amazing! She's took real good care of me, was…read moreprofessional. She takes great love and care in what she does. I've been stressed for the past couple of weeks and I feel totally relaxed. I can't wait to come back for another massage.