The ferry building in SF is truly iconic and beautiful! Must visit for tourists and locals alike…read more Lots of restaurants, stores, dessert, and coffee inside. They also do weekly farmers markets outside. Upstairs space can also be rented for corporate events. I've had a couple of corporate parties here.

Whether arriving to or departing from, the Ferry Building in San Francisco is a wondrous experience…read moreall its own. Local artwork can be experienced around every corner. Several languages fill the air as people from all over the world bustle through at any time of the day. And there truly is something for everyone here. There are many types of cuisine with various price ranges to choose from for snack, dinner, or dessert. There are at least three coffee and tea options, a gourmet grocery store with drink options, and a wine bar to choose from when thirsty. Beyond San Francisco souvenirs, there are many little shops with various types of gift options and a bookstore that also hosts author events. Although indoor seating is limited, outdoor seating is plentiful, with several restaurants offering outdoor seating and benches placed throughout the path along the water. Both families, couples, and singles can be spotted at either seating. Dogs can accompany their human friends outside. Whether a native, newcomer, or visitor, the Ferry Building is part of the uniquely San Francisco experience.

Came in on a cold, rainy day in SF and was greeted with a warm beverage and the most wonderful shop…read moreowners. I could have easily spent an afternoon there browsing and relaxing amongst all the beautifully, curated pieces. Great place to grab a housewarming gift - there is something at every price point! I also love that the shop supports the Palestinian cause

I LOVE this place! The moment you walk in you are hit with a welcoming aroma. And somehow every…read moretime I went the sun is hitting the store perfectly, the natural sunlight really adds to the ambience. They have everything from home goods, to pantry items, to crystals, to art and more! It is my new favorite store for gifting, I have been able to find something for everyone recently, have bought a total of 3 gifts for separate occasions. They also have events regularly, I stopped in during their last one. And the next one coming up is for galentines.

Pleasantly surprised to discover an SF version of this store (there's also another one in Albany in…read morethe East Bay). I purchased a vintage Coach crossbody bag in excellent condition. Will likely come back to peruse more of the store and what they have to offer. Prices are what you would expect from a vintage/antique shop.

This place has a great selection and a really good curation. However, the prices are way over…read moremarket value and it seems you can negotiate on certain items but it's unknown on which. Prices are very high and the print I got was dirty. It's just frustrating to pay so much for a print/painting and I have to take it apart to clean it myself. It's a great store to look at cool furniture but definitely don't expect a good deal.

Thank you fabulous Flipp...now, have a little bit of "MadMen" decor in my very own apartment!…read more My current favorite obsessions are "MadMen" and adding a touch of transitional decor to my apt &, thanks to Flipp, was able to do both! I have been on the lookout for a cool new loveseat & Dan came to the rescue with the perfect find saving me hours (who am I kidding?...weeks) of furniture shopping! There were so many cool options and Dan is a pro at helping to focus on what would work and making suggestions on home decor ideas...best experience & so easy! Big bonus that you can buy piece & have it delivered that very same week. Patience may be a virtue but it is NOT one of mine - much more of an immediate gratification kinda' gal! (*see my review on Chris Rodriguez Moving Co) I will be going back to flipp for some stellar accents (so many funky little tables, lamps & excited to see the new Trina Turk pillow collection)! I really could just move into the awesome store...perfect Russian Hill location & a groovy garden. If you have a petite place but want BIG style...this is the spot & Dan is your man!

What got me into Flipp was the beautifully placed succulents just outside of the store. I've been…read moreinterested in furniture and I thought it would be interesting to check out Flipp. Although the store itself was rather small, there was a huge variety of items being sold. Not much sofas and chairs, but more like decoration. What I also liked about my visit was that there was an outside part of the store for the succulents and items that complemented it. Overall, interesting experience and I suggest you guys checking this hole-in-the-wall furniture shop!

In our yearly girls Holiday extravaganza. We stopped into Anthem in the Corte Madera~Town Center…read more What a stunning store. Something for everyone. Elegant, fun and everything in between for yourself and home. Thank you Barbara and Christie for greeting us with such warmth. YELP Elite approved..

I stumbled upon this adorable home decor shop while browsing for rustic accents, and I'm so glad I…read moredid! Their selection of throw pillows and wall art is perfect for adding warmth to any space. If you love cozy vibes as much as I do, check out https://makehomescozy.com/ for more styling tips. This store + those ideas = my dream living room!

Beautiful well done ceramics and glazing…read more Look at the colors, really simple and calming to the eye Vases and pots for your home decor or gardening Made right here in the Bay Area!

I have visited this location more than a dozen times. Not once has an employee looked up from the…read morecomputer to greet me or other customers even when it's not crowded at all. This is vastly different from the Sausalito location where a customer is actively and warmly engaged. Do the Ferry building employees get trained on ignoring customers? Or do they specifically hire zero customer service individuals? How will they know if a customer is looking to purchase a full 10- piece dining set? They should really invest in the minimal amount of customer service training. They are losing out on business or maybe they just don't care.

Every time I walk into this store I remind myself that I find this to be one of the best curated…read morelocal shops. Cleansing Palo santo, accent furniture pieces, gold details, art, books. Even when I don't have a shopping list I find things that enrich my home environment. Yes, super simple indeed!

Customer service is very horrible at this place. Just be careful of buying anything here! We went…read morethere to buy a lamp (Menu)! I wanted to send few pics to my partner on facebook to check which one is better! Hence asked shop owner i can take few pics! I was totally refused! Dint buy anything. There are lot of stores in SF for minimalist and nordic stuff!

Randomly got a few things online and picked up on my way to a reading at SF Playhouse. So happy I…read moredid! I totally forgot what a warm and inviting holiday environment Williams Sonoma creates. It's the family feeling you wish your family had. Every single person is charming and friendly, starting with the offer of some peppermint bark the minute you enter. If you need a quick dose of holiday spirit, drop in!

I have been a B2B customer of Williams Sonoma and its portfolio of brands for six years and have…read morespent tens of thousands of dollars with these companies on both personal purchases and business purchases for client homes. That history is why this review matters. Based on my experience over the past year and a half, this has not been one isolated mistake. It has been a repeated pattern of fulfillment issues, poor follow through, and online customer service that often did not lead to a meaningful resolution. As a result, I have lost confidence in Williams Sonoma and its portfolio of brands. What makes this especially disappointing is that my experience was not always this way. Up until about a year and a half ago, I found the customer service team friendly, personable, and helpful. That contrast has made the more recent decline in service and follow through especially clear and is the reason for this review. One example involved a wedding gift valued at around $300 that was delivered to the wrong address. A replacement was then initiated for the correct address and later canceled without explanation. After more than an hour on the phone, I was told I would need to work through UPS. UPS then declined to assist because too much time had passed. Whatever happened internally, the result for me was that the issue was never resolved and I did not receive that wedding gift. Last winter, I ordered stainless steel toasters for two clients. Instead, both clients received the wrong color and finish. I called customer service four separate times, and the matter still was not handled correctly. One client received the wrong item for a second time, and the other client's replacement was delayed for months because, as I was later told, it needed internal approval and had not been processed. I had to call again to find out why nothing had happened. This did not just consume my time. It also reflected poorly on me and my business in front of my clients. Other orders followed a similar pattern. Custom coasters ordered as wedding gifts, valued at over $100, never arrived. Instead, an oven mitt was sent. After speaking with customer service, I was told the correct item would be sent, but after six months and still no coasters, the order was canceled and I did not receive a clear explanation or resolution. I also recently experienced delays with bookcases because the delivery team was, according to what I was told, waiting on payment authorization before completing the delivery. The result was that our items remained undelivered while the issue sat unresolved for weeks. Recently, I received a white lampshade with what appeared to be blood on it, still sealed in the plastic. I reported it and was sent a return label, but I did not receive the level of follow up I would have expected for something of that nature. I have also found the over the phone customer service experience increasingly difficult to navigate. In my experience, many representatives sounded highly scripted and had limited ability to resolve anything beyond the most basic issue. The online chat directed me to a blank page for refund information, then offered to connect me to customer service, only to say they were too busy and instruct me to try again later. I also attempted to submit delivery feedback by text and received an error saying my response was too long, even though I had only answered the prompts provided. In my experience, there was a great deal of language suggesting customer care, but the process often led nowhere. These experiences have been especially disappointing because Williams Sonoma and its portfolio of brands present themselves as premium retailers. In my experience over the past year and a half, the service, follow through, and quality control did not match that standard. I understand that mistakes can happen with any company. What changed my view was the repeated nature of these problems across multiple orders and brands within the portfolio, along with the difficulty of getting straightforward resolution. Based on my experience, I would be very cautious about relying on Williams Sonoma or its related brands for personal items, weddings, client purchases, gifts, custom items, or important deliveries. Attractive branding means very little when the execution is this unreliable. From fulfillment to customer care, this has been one of the most consistently disappointing retail experiences I have had. I no longer trust these brands with purchases where accuracy, timing, and follow through matter. That is not a minor concern for a premium retailer.

Frances Wolff not only beautifully sews designer pillow covers with a fabric of your choosing but…read moreshe also has a number of fabrics and pillows/pillow covers ready to go. If Frances doesn't have a fabric or pillow cover that fits your decor or you don't have a fabric at the ready, she has a number of textile resources available to her. Frances is now located at 2764 Octavia Street @ Union Street. 415.450.7384.

Frances is a wonderful and humble person. Her design and how she is able to recycle remnants into…read moreelegant and functional pillows. So happy to have get to know her.

this is a lovely curated card and gift shop-women run-small business-& local. just what I love to…read moresupport. the staff is great! please visit when you are down on Fillmore and California -

post.script. is a must visit when in SF. The shop is filled with amazing items made by small…read morebusinesses. Perfect for gifts (or a little treat for yourself :)) They have so many amazing cards for every occasion, stickers, pins, candles, art prints, and much more! The owner and staff are incredibly kind and helpful. They recently put on an event for Inciardi print collectors and it was fantastic. Definitely stop by!