Great customer service! Wonderful vibe. Easy going and excellent products. If you're looking for a…read morepawn shop go here. I bought a trumpet, tablet, and keyboard for great prices! Definitely check it out

Happened to come across this shop while looking to find a specific style of ring. Surprisingly,…read morethey had exactly what I wanted, and it was the correct size!! . Other jewelry in the shop was beautiful and reasonably priced. I was very happy with the service, their knowledge and professionalism. Not pushy to sell me something and very patient with my pickiness! I found some gifts and also bought myself a couple other pieces of unique jewelry. I am going back very soon to treat myself to a couple more pieces. I highly recommend this shop, look here first!!

Nice gelato. She wasn't stingy serving it. I got a lot and…read moreit tasted good I'd recommend the gelato for sure

Cute shop with nice clothing at reasonable prices! Friendly and pleasant staff. Dog-friendly.read more

I'm glad we stopped in this unique little gallery, which sells the works of a variety of local…read morepotters. Pieces offered were functional, decorative, or both; I ended up purchasing a striking vase from a local artist (Pine Hollow Pottery). The owner (Joe Pinder) was available to tell us about the art, the gallery and upcoming shows and festivals. (His dog was also hanging out, and was very cute.) Pieces were surprisingly affordable (I'm used to the art shows in a different area, I guess, where products are more costly). Overall, I would definitely keep this place in mind on a return visit to Galena for art with a personal touch and a local flavor.

Very great and Awesome Pottery Store in the Quaint Historic town of Galena. Joe Pinder the owner…read morewas very informative about pottery in regards to if the pottery is safe to eat and can be used for everyday to other things like a Noggin Cup that I purchase as a souvenir and to use to drink small strong beverages on my Noggin pottery cup besides beer from what I was informed. Also a Noggin in the British Definition is a unit of measurement versus the American Version which was our head in the dictionary. He was also very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of pottery and how it effected society during those contemporary times

My favorite antique store in Galena, it can be hard to find on Main St because the sign isn't big…read more It's by far the most authentic antiquing experience you'll have in town. Though you might have to sort through some things to find what you're looking for, that's part of the fun!

Instead of neatly arranged rows of high-priced antiques, this store resembles a junk shop, with…read moreitems scattered everywhere. Each item is clearly marked with its price, however, and the owner was very helpful in identifying where he had the items we were looking for. Reasonable prices, helpful service, and the feeling of success in finding something amidst all of the piles and heaps, made this a very pleasant shopping experience

Let me say at the outset, that I adore small independent bookstores. This place was awesome! There…read morewas a great banned book section and the saleslady showed us an interesting website that explains why (or at least the supposed reason) books were banned. They had a nice selection of books for all ages. A balance of best sellers, classics, and other books. To find such a gem in a small town in Iowa (without a big college) was a treat.

A very adorable bookstore. We enjoyed visiting. Visited there for the Iowa independent bookshop…read moretour this summer.

I had a deeply disappointing experience with McCoy Jewelers that I feel compelled to share,…read moreespecially for anyone considering them for something as costly and meaningful as an engagement or wedding ring. After reading yelp reviews, I was drawn to them based on the reviews and them being a small business and operating since 1973 I took in my late father's vintage wedding band to have it resized so I could wear it. The original size was 10.75, and they measured my finger at a small of 9.25--a reduction of 1.5 sizes. They quoted me $250 for the job, with half due upfront. The technicians were articulate and displayed skill. I trusted their expertise and left the ring in their care. When I picked up the ring, it felt uncomfortably tight. Their response was simply, "Give it a few weeks." As time went on, the ring became so tight I couldn't wear it at all. When I returned, they insisted the work was done correctly at the time and blamed my finger for supposedly changing size. They offered no solution, only excuses. I asked them to resize it to a 9.5 or 9.75 so I could wear it. The refused. When I tried to discuss my concerns, the owner dismissed me with condescending double talk, suggesting I was just a difficult customer because I hadn't worn jewelry before. I felt insulted and taken advantage of. To add insult to injury, they kept the gold removed from my ring during resizing. For a typical men's gold band, reducing by 1.5 sizes removes about 1.2 to 1.5 grams of gold--worth roughly $120 to $150 at current prices. Ethical jewelers follow the practice of returning this gold to the customer, but McCoy's did not. Instead, they kept it, likely to resell or reuse, which felt dishonest and exploitative. It's important to mention that getting engaged and dealing with expensive and meaningful jewelry for a lifetime is already a stressful time. You need to be able to trust the people you're working with. Unfortunately, McCoy Jewelers only made the process more stressful and left me with a bad taste. Eventually, I had the ring properly resized at a reputable jeweler in Chicago for $85, and now it fits perfectly every day irrespective of the time of day, the weather, or my body temperature. In summary: McCoy Jewelers overcharged, kept my gold, failed to stand by their work, and treated me poorly. I support local businesses whenever I can, but I cannot recommend this one. My experience shows that, at McCoy's, the customer is definitely not always right.

My Fiance and I have had a great experience with McCoy Jewelers. He went to McCoys and got my ring…read morecustom made to how he wanted it to look like. They were great with communication and getting it done in a timely manner. We recently went back in to get our wedding bands made. We are on a time crunch and they were amazing at getting us different designs that we were looking at within two days. They all have been amazing to work with!

locally owned - wonderfully nice owners - clean and light shop!…read more if you haven't checked out Phases yet, you have to! on my second trip to Phases today, I got to meet the owners, Chris & Kevin. Chris opened the store for me after my husband called to check their hours - and I am so happy we got the opportunity to go! the atmosphere in the shop was homey and cleansing - Chris was amazing with my daughter who came in with me, my shy but curious & loving four-year old. I went looking for a bundle of sage, left with a gorgeous rose, sage & lavender bundle with a clear quartz point. Also was looking for a palm amethyst, and found the perfect one (my daughter actually picked it out without hesitation and held it nonstop). Been looking for some loose leaf tea in town, and tried one of their mixes as well (Wasn't what I was expecting, but I am so "green" to the loose leaf tea process that I own that only downfall of this otherwise amazing trip). I definitely want to go back and get one of their beautiful tea mugs that I almost added to my haul. I still want to go back for their zodiac perfume as well that I almost got on my first trip to their store, but wound up getting a gorgeous one-of-a-kind full moon sweater. That sweater to this day is still one of my favorite articles of clothings.

An adorable shop that has far more than books run by lovely ladies. We managed to find some books…read moreand some souvenirs on this trip! Do plan to stop by if you are passing through!

Nestled along the Mississippi River in Bellevue is a terrific bookstore run by a wonderful owner,…read moreSheila! Street parking available, and the interior just act and feels like a neighborhood bookstore, but the warmth of the store a what separates it from most others. That begins with Sheila and her dog Buster, as they specialize in books but elevate the whole experience with personality. I went inside for an atlas, and discovered a great place! A Chicago native, Sheila is a treat. She knows her store and her town, and is helpful as can be. Kind, aware, and vibrant, what a fun person.