Guy working there with long hair was a real jerk when I politely waited for him to finish what he…read morewas doing on his phone to ask him if they had a book I was looking for. Without looking it up (he stayed on his phone throughout this) he just smiled like it was really funny to smugly say "we usually have it but we just ran out." And that was that. He didn't offer a solution just smiled and soaked in the self-pleasure of his snide answer. There was a painful pause as he waited for my reaction, wanting to relish in it, presumably, but I just said "ok then..?" And shrugged. And clearly disappointed I didn't leave right there he sighed and said "we could order one. Want to do that?" But he didn't offer any info about how much it would be, when it would be in, nothing. I had to pry that info from him. So forget it.

Hooray for independent booksellers. So & So is a small bookstore. It's not a used bookstore and…read moretheir titles are selective and probably not those you'll find (at least easily) at a mainstream shop. I like that. Sharing a space with an architectural firm, what you see when you first walk in, is what you get. There's not aisles and aisles of books, but that's what makes it easy to spend some time looking. The children and young adult section is a decent size, surprisingly, so it will give the kids something to do while you spend time looking. Mostly current authors, and a fair mix of biographical, non-fiction and informational, So & So does its job -- offering something different when time and boredom with the common stuff can make book shopping a chore. None of that is an issue here.

This dance club/bar pulses with a low, guttural thrum of bass-heavy music that drowns out…read moreconversation, forcing patrons to lean in and shout to be heard. Dim, flickering neon lights cast jagged shadows across the crowded room, glinting off sticky glassware and half-finished drinks. This narrow bars air is thick with sweat, spilled beer, and the bite of cheap liquor, churning into a humid haze that clings to skin and clothing. Bodies press together--dancing, swaying, colliding--feeding the bar's restless energy. Bartenders move like frantic cogs behind the bar, shouting orders and slinging bottles with practiced aggression. Every corner hums with disorder and with all that booze they can't even make an old fashioned. But then again I am the kind of person who treats dance clubs like an over-caffeinated blender, would rather be nursing a good drink somewhere my shoes don't stick to the floor and conversation doesn't require a megaphone. Cheers!

So much fun at Zenith last night. This place used to be Coglin's and I was disappointed when it…read moreclosed. Glad to see a similar establishment opening here. Reminds me of the bars/clubs we frequented in the 90s -- dark with great music and drinks heavy on the liquor. Bartender was friendly and I enjoyed my Blue's Clues and Monster Mash. They were a little sweet but equally strong. They had an impressive beer list as well. I just wish the place was a little bigger with more seating but maybe they're just trying to get everybody on the dance floor! Look forward to going back.

Kind of disorganized and picked over. Some clothes and books literally just thrown in plastic bins.read more

Thrift store with lots of random finds and for the most part really good deals. Sometimes they…read morehave a BOGO on certain items and other daily specials. There are two dressing rooms that are spacious. There's a few racks that are 99 cent specials and a bin that is also, but the bin could get mixed up or they change so it might not always be 99 cents. Threw us also a 49 cent bin that seemed to have nice pros as well, but it's kind of deep and I wasnt in the mood to dive into it. Employees were nice. Fun place to check out.

I can't rate it any higher than 3, and even then, I'm being generous. The prices for tickets and…read morebeverages are very reasonable and I have great respect for people who perform improv well. The entertainment was pretty good, though I wish they had taken more audience suggestions over the course of the performance rather than just ask 2-3 questions in the beginning and go from there. And I'm sorry to say it, but the decor in the lobby is far too politically and sexually focused. I came for entertainment, I didn't come for a rally.

ComedyWorx is located at the Royal Mall (former bakery complex) on Hillsborough Street. ComedyWorx…read morehas improv comedy shows where two teams compete against each other playing improvised games. They have been performing since 1989. I went to the matinee performance that was child friendly as were a lot of the suggestions from the kids in the audience. There is free parking for the shows in the lot behind the building or the parking garage. The complex has dining choices for before or after the show. They offer a deal to stay for additional shows. It is a great place to check out for a fun afternoon or evening.

The selection here is pretty hit or miss. They typically keep a full stock, but I'm just not sure…read morehow often the clothes get cleared out/sold. I'm also not sure if they request certain sizes because they seem to run low on certain size a lot so it would be nice if they place signs/incentives for those sizes that are more difficult to come by. They offer a bit low for some valuable clothing prices sometimes so at that point, I feel better donating instead too. I haven't had any issues with unfriendly staff and hopefully I don't because I'm not one to return. But overall, they've been very pleasant and helpful in my experience so hoping it remains that way.

Fair pricing for a consignment store, it's very well organized both by size and color. I like that…read morethey have plenty of dressing rooms so you aren't waiting in a line for too long, even when it's busy! The employee who rang me up, was very sweet and friendly, and made me feel welcome. I found some great stuff, too!

A friend of mine and I visited this quaint bookstore to celebrate Black History Month as they…read morehonor many wonderful writers. The owner was kind and lovely talking to us. We spent a lot of time talking about many of the books and messaging. We enjoyed the conversations. This is a cute little bookstore and very comfortable. My friend bought several books for her nephew that will be born in a few months. It's a great little shopping area with other stores in the area too.

Excellent bookstore and great owner and curator! Thank you for the representation and voice!read more

Such a sweet little trinket store. I love bringing my friends here and exploring through their mass…read moreamounts of products. The animals are well looked over and seem to have a lot of enrichment.

Nice selection / helpful & friendly staff / fair prices / convenient location with adequate parking!read more

I love staying at this hotel! It's right downtown but also tucked away where it's quiet. The rooms…read moreare always immaculately clean and full of nice touches, like local chocolates and snacks. Plus, they have a wonderful lounge with indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of outlets for charging and strong wifi if you have to be on a virtual meeting, and a wide selection of coffees and other beverages. Also, special shout out to Delaney at the front desk! She is fabulous - friendly, efficient, and helpful in everything she does.

Very convenient hotel. Looked like it used to be a motel, but it's been converted/upgraded. I don't…read morethink they have an elevator, but it's two floors. They have a parking lot. I would stay here again. Amazing natural light and the blinds really make the room dark which is awesome. Only annoying thing was someone had a dog and they kept barking at night. They have free coffee and tea. They provide a list of walkable restaurants and shops. The service is really friendly and nice. They charge you $75 cover fee if you want any snacks, drinks, or damage the place - but they provide a refund at the end of your stay.

Really cool place. Really cool employees. Really cool products. I could probably stop my review…read morethere but...nah. Found this place on Yelp, of course and it was really easy to find and there was even a parking space waiting for me right in front. They have the typical smoke store finds like incense and tobacco wrapping papers. They also have lots of cool glass bowls, pipes and vaporizers. I asked about hookah tips and while they don't sell hookah attachments, one of the guys told me where I could them. Unfortunately, I didn't catch the guy's name who worked there but he was super friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Awesome customer service and pretty decent pricing is a great combo! I'll be back.

Despite its name, Kitsch is less kitschy than Curious Goods, but seems to be a much more serious…read moreglass distributor. Not only will you find beautiful, locally blown glass here, as well as crazy high-end stuff that may impress the editors of High Times. They do have your basic tee shirts and incense and gifts and trinkets that you'd expect to see in a tobacco shop. The prices are pretty average; I didn't notice any sales. I hear that their annual 4/20 sale is pretty rock 'em, sock 'em, but Easter isn't till this weekend, and guess what I gave up for Lent? That's right. TOBACCO. Maybe next year! The staff are friendly and accommodating; as you'd expect, very chill. They'll answer any questions you have and be attentive while doing it, but they'll also give you your space to browse.