Love this shop! And this time the had the Dumplings I've been looking for all over…read more Have everything from Korean skincare to houseware and all the blind boxes. The dumplings weren't the five below ones but they were on par and weren't expensive. The staff also gave me reusable tote that was so adorbs. I really do always stop in every time I pass. How can I not!

They have a huge selection of ALL popular toys. Especially right now the needoh and the dumpling…read moresquishy. I met the owner. I couldn't take pictures my phone had died. Will definitely come again

I visited Lockwood because I wanted to support local people and small businesses in the…read moreneighborhood. Now don't get me wrong they have nice items that are very overpriced but supporting a local person I can deal with it! Unfortunately not everything in this store is local, I found kids toys that were made in China, a rag doll to be precise for $20. It's an awful shame that their story says they focus on local makers.

Nifty shop with lots of knickknacks, socks, mugs, plates, oven mitts, cards, toys, children's…read morebooks, candles, soaps, unique chocolates, accessories for oneself or the kitchen or bathroom or your tool chest, giftable items, etc. I've befriended one of the ladies who works there and we exchange great conversation when the shop/register is not busy with sales. It's a great comfortable place to go when you need to get out but it's too hot/cold outside. They're usually open until 8pm so if you needed a gift or some other item quick, they'd be easy enough to get to after a regular work schedule if you live in or are visiting the area. All of the sales team that work there are super friendly and can assist you if you're looking for something in particular. It also smells lovely in there - probably due to the candles they house in store. Happy shops!

Butala is a great place to pick up Indian handicrafts, books on yoga and Hinduism, prayer items,…read moreutensils, etc. I frequented their Manhattan location for years but recently discovered they had closed down that store permanently. My guess is the sales did not offset the high rents. It is likely that this Queens location might come under a similar pressure. It is a large store, well-stocked and clean. The service is friendly but I find their knowledge of the inventory is lacking. Their collection of books, especially the Amar Chitra Katha comic books that I was raised on, is quite unique. Unlike with a grocery store, this is an episodic business and customers visit the store infrequently. But if I am in the market for Indian merchandise, I will be sure to check out Butala. An excellent resource for New Yorkers, although I realize the Manhattan location was too good to be sustainable.

This very nice place, the customer service was excellent, very helpful, amazing selection of…read morereligious artifacts, statues, accessories books, I am so happy found this store!

I thought it was a cute place to purchase gifts for a friend or a date. It had all the cute…read morefeminine accessories. I purchased a few bras and scarves. I really love the way my scarf felt. It was super soft and caressable. I like the fabric and the way it looked. There was a lady who offered to help me find my bra. I also found that the man at the counter was friendly and helpful.

BEWARE OF THIS PLACE!!! THEY ARE LYING CROOKS. I was told that i can return clothes since they dont…read morehave a fitting room.i came back the next day since the clothes didnt fit and the manager who told me i can return it, claimed he never said that and refused to return my money. Stay away from this place, they will lie to you so they can get your money. According to them all sales are final and you cant return anything or get your money back. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE

Over priced junk don't know how they stay open terrible selection and high prices we walked outread more

I first heard about The Brass Owl through Shop Small Astoria, and decided to take a look around the…read moregift shop. I was duly impressed by how much variety of brands The Brass Owl managed to showcase despite the small space. I loved the funky cookbooks up front and center and the hyperlocal gifts by the entrance. I noticed they even stocked one of my favorite local beauty brands, mumu bath! Overall, a gorgeous boutique worth the visit!

A new store opened on the block, and the grand opening was on Dec. 10th. This is one of their…read morenewest store locations, since they're sprouting up like wildflowers. This store used to be a clothing store for over 20 years and the location has a basement floor (mostly for inventory storage), besides the first floor. The shop itself is of a rectangular shape, and most of the merchandise are on the first floor. They carry mostly imported goods from China and most of the inventory just screams cute, adorable, and girls will love it. So it's perfect for guys that needs a one stop shop to make their girlfriends happy (especially teenagers). I actually saw someone buying this giant bear that's almost his own height. There's a ton of stuffed animals, hair/cell/and beauty accessories, cup sets, beauty products (scents, beauty tools, make simple makeup items), stationary ... Like cute puked on their shelves and everything just makes a little girl want to buy stuff. And there's more ....... They take credit cards with no minimum. And I heard two Spanish speaking staff members (so don't worry, that's an implied requirement to do business on this block.) But you do still get the occasionally non-English speaker that only speaks Mandarin and they will call another staff to assist you. However, no refund or exchanges so shop carefully. The biggest thrill for me was finding a 10 in one pen.... it's a personal weakness. And then buying their biggest printed tote bag of cuteness for like 18cents. (A bag I didn't mind paying for and actually wanted to pay for one to take home. It does come in varies sizes, but you get to pick.) And the staff does ask you if you want a bag beforehand; So, you won't just find an extra charge you said no to afterwards, like a lot of stores are doing now since the plastic bag ban. (Yes, it's a big peeve for me with that crap, especially when I have my own bag on me) . Double win in my book lol Extra info. : This is def. a Chinese owned and operated business. They're actually opening up a lot of locations in New York (Soho, Queens Mall and Junction Blvd. (Elmhurst locations), The Mills Mall, at Jersey Garden, NJ and they're expanding even further across the country; It seems like they're trying to be the Chinese version of Japanese Muji. The inner business structure is relatively new and have not fully acclimated as a chain franchise in the US.

The store is clean and well organized. It consists of the following products: fashion jewelry,…read morepurses, and shoes. They actually do managed to fit a lot into the relatively small space. The store is well lit, so you can see the jewelry well. The fashion jewelry is priced between $5.99-$12.99, although they do have a sales rack with some stuff for $1.99. All their jewelry is arranged by color. A lot of it looks cheap and/or tacky (think Forever 21), but if you take some time and look things over, there are some good finds to be had. The purses are expensive though. They run from about $100 - $200! Which I think is pricey for the neighborhood, but I guess we have enough places in Jackson Heights where we can buy purses for $10. It's always good to have some variety. I can't say much for the shoe department, as I wasn't interested, but it did look like they had quite a variety of sandals, since summer is approaching. One last thing: it helps if you can speak Spanish at this location. Oh, and you need to spend a minimum of $20 to use your card (I know, kinda steep).

I've been addicted to this Queens only Primma Donna accessories chain store for quite some time…read morenow. This store has an array of girls accessories ranging from bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings etc. In addition the store sells bags such as Jessica Simpson, and Guess. My main complaint of this store is 3 fold. First Primma Donna can be overpriced. I remember picking up a bracelet priced at $25.00 and it wasn't a high-quality costume jewelry for me to spend on it like that. Second in the summertime they have a habit of not putting on the A/C and I will not set foot in a joint in NY if I can't shop comfortably. Thirdly and this may be total preference the shop-girls here have a habit of blasting Latin music. I don't mind but if you are the type that likes to shop in low or no music it might get on your nerves. Other than that I enjoy this place. However it has become the dumping site of all the throw-a-ways from the Primma Donna location on 82nd street.

Classy, reasonably priced, unique styles. Friendly customer service. Everytime I shop there it has…read morebeen for an idea for something I already planned to wear!!!

Short and sweet; the store is small so you can find what you want if they have it. The man that…read morehelped me find brown shoes was fantastic. Unfortunately their sizes were a bit too limited considering I'm a giant-footed male but I felt comfortable and well attuned too. Not to mention, the prices are quite reasonable.

Located on Astoria's Steinway Street, this store is a branch of a popular toy and lifestyle store…read morein the Northeast US* that carries all manner of East Asian bath and beauty products, fashion accessories, household items, stationery, snacks and drinks, toys--especially plushies, blind boxes and other collectible figurines. You'll find a mix of Korean, Japanese and Chinese brands here, and the price point is low to mid. They compete with a similar audience as Pop Mart, since they both carry a lot of collectibles, though Rumi offers on a broader range of goods while Pop Mart seems more collectibles-focused. Inside this pastel-colored store everything is arranged neatly, and it's a large location with several claw machines in the front, several aisles of merchandise with cute characters plastered everywhere. Along the right side of the store, the wall running most of the length of the store features hundreds of stuffed animals, notably many capybara plushies which are all the rage. Not sure why, but in April on an afternoon well into the 80's F and humid, there was no AC in the store...it felt like the heat might've been turned on accidentally it was that warm. I felt kinda bad for the staff there having to suffer thru the heat, I hope they get that fixed soon! For more info: https://rumilifeshop.com *operating in NY, NJ, CT, MD and VA. And online.

This store is similar to Daiso and Miniso, but with the added bonus of being based in New York…read more They offer a wide range of products, from plushies, toys, and stationery to Asian snacks, makeup, bags, home goods, hats, and accessories. Plus, they even have a few claw machines by the entrance for added fun. The store is bright, well-organized, and really enjoyable to shop in. The prices are reasonable for most items, and the staff is friendly and welcoming. I walked in not really needing anything--just curious--but left having spent nearly fifty bucks! If you're in the market for a fun gift or just want to browse, this is a great place to visit. There's a ton of novelty, trending, and super cute Asian-inspired items to discover.

Large selection of quality kurtas sherwani saree and other garbs…read more Very friendly staff with fair pricing You may need to take shoes off when entering the store

Truly fast and accommodating service. They were able to find what I was looking for, and it was the…read moreperfect fit.