super nice staff. looked up hard to find shoes in a "paper catalog!" and found out that the…read moremerrill clog i wanted was going to be available in the summer. Very helpful! Easy going and well-informed.

I would love to rate them higher, but overall I'd call them a solid 3 star. My experience was…read moreunsettling, but otherwise fine. Nothing great, nothing terrible. The old lady that was running the register stared at me almost the entire time as I tried on shoes. It was a little unsettling. Not a dealbreaker though. She also started to come behind me and try to peer at my phone midway through the experience. I was reading about the shoes I was trying on. When she saw my screen she told me to ask her any questions if I had any, but when I did she became marginally irritated. I asked her, "What model shoe is this?" To which she replied she didn't know and that she was with a customer already. Okay, why did you tell me to ask you if I had questions then? Also, the customer in question had paid before I walked in, and had been shooting the breeze with the clerk about his kids. When I asked to try on a different color she was happy to grab them, but when I tried on the first set again she remarked, "You didn't like those, remember? That's why you asked for the other color." I told her I was just taking my time, but she didn't seem thrilled, and went back to staring at me. At some point I mentioned that these boots, made by Redback, only come in whole size lengths, with the half sizes denoting a change in width, not length. She insisted I get the half size up for "longer length" anyway, with no clue what I was talking about. All in all, I chalk it up to a difference in generations. She was crabby, yes, but she is old. She tried to constantly engage and violate my screen privacy, yes, but she didn't come from a generation that drew those boundaries. In the end, the prices are totally fair and that's what really counts. Although I will add that they had a ton of poly blended shirts, but I was really hoping they would have some nice cotton twill or poplin, which seems odd given the elevated aesthetic they are going for.

I needed a swim shorts for summer and rather than order some online and wait for delivery, I…read morethought "why not buy local!" Excellent choice! I say this because, as soon as I walked in the door, it was like the way department stores used to be. McCaulou's reminds me a lot of Mervyn's. Oh how I miss that store! Well, actually I should say how much I miss what retail used to be like. Even though McCaulou's is much smaller and very local compared with what Mervyn's was, it's good to have the opportunity to shop in person at a retail department store. For a small store McCaulou's has a pretty good selection. It's mostly casual and leisure attire. Yet for summertime, the store carries brands like Champion, Columbia, Still Water and Tommy Bahama. To me most of the styles are plain, yet one can do lots of mix and match for an outfit. Perhaps, because my thoughts lately have been wandering off and imagining what it would be like to vacation at an exciting getaway place like the French Rivera, I looked for a complete matching outfit. And I found one by Salty Crew. Cool, a bit contemporary but classy. I was thinking...Something to wear not only poolside but also befitting at a nice hotel's lounge and cocktail bar. Will I be able to get away to Europe this year and bask in the sun at St. Tropez? Probably not! But it's nice to be able to dress like I'm ready to go there. No matter what you are looking for McCaulou's can help. Customer service is outstanding!

McCaulou's Kids (separate from the main department store) is AWESOME. I got my daughter's matching…read morerain boots, umbrella, and rain jacket here. Also lots of cute toys (fisher price, baby Einstein, stuffed animals, TY, etc) and not to mention clothes, sizes from newborn to about kids 9. The bigger department store is also a nice stop for gifts, has a well sized men's section and ample selection for women-- not just clothing but also some thoughtful small gifts. Solid selection of scarves and hats for winter. Both stores offer gift wrapping and are moderately priced. Friendly customer service is a plus

The person working the store was totally cool with helping my little kid get the right size board…read more He treated him like a skater and not a little boy (he's five). The prices were fair and selection was pretty nice. But really the most important part was how cool they made my son feel. 100 percent recommend for this skaters of all ages.

its over. Closed. I went by many times…read more Rob sold it years ago. No one there, each time I went. Luckily there is a new Sonoma Skate shop owned by a skater near the Round Table Pizza & CVS I went in and was helped with a complete set up for me and my son. He was helpful. I'll be back. its called VALLEY OF THE MOON skate shop. RIP old school. P.S. there's no surf around here, need an Ocean for that.

Love the location, easy, peasy in Sonoma Plaza. Love what…read moreyou purchase supports such great causes. Place is pretty packed with nice finds. Prices a wee bit rich for my blood, but natch, I had to look. I will pop in again next time I'm in Sonoma Square. If you are in the area, take a few minutes or an hour to see all the great finds. Clothes are really wonderful and in great shape.

every time I go in here, I just get more and more annoyed. They price things you can buy at target…read morebrand new for less that are actually from target for one thing. It's like come on do your research things go on sale at target 50% off all the time etc. plus anything remotely interesting whether it's stained ripped torn or otherwise is always priced three times more than the average thrift store trust me I'm an avid Thrifter. It's just disappointing and sad and I know they're not moving things because every time I go in there is the same crap. it's just way too expensive and the one out on Highway 12 is also getting expensive. It's so weird. I can't even take my teenager there anymore.

This place is amazing! Not only is the store super fun and clean, their merch is top notch for a…read morethrift store. Also, they give back to the community in the best kind of way, sending regular (generous) funding to local schools multiple times per year. When I'm donating unneeded clothing, I always put my best items aside for RoT for this reason. Sometimes stuff that is new with tags. Love this place and their mission!!

The selection of clothing and prices cannot be beat! I have always come home with some great finds…read morefrom this shop. The staff are all friendly and the store is well organized.

Love this place, always have good things, and the prices are great! They are always running sales…read moreand have their 1 dollar rack out front. They have such a good selection of everything, I can always find something I "need"! The people who own it and work there are some of the kindest people, helpful, and not pushy. Check it out, I think you'll enjoy the hunt!

Astronomical thrift prices. Multiple sweaters had large holes in them, and the tag would be priced…read moreat $25 to $35 and say "as is." You are marking a donated item for $25 to $35 with a hole in it... criminal.

I was one of the most horrible customers today. Bad day and I was a little rude to Brittney the…read morestore manager. I have to say after 10 minutes Brittney had me in stitches made me smile and I found the perfect gift for my better half. When you go into a store we all try to leave our worries at home. I should have done that today. Brittney has had a crazy week like me, she handled me beautifully we both laughed over how our NY has started. Brittney I will be back Thank you so much. Love your store but most importantly its employees like you that make a business and make even a grumpy old man like me feel great.

Um, cutest store ever?? Perhaps!! We were in Downtown Sonoma for the day just wandering around and…read morefound this beautiful store! All decorated for the holidays and chock full of great clothes and gifts. The lovelies working were so kind and funny and easy to talk to. They have great clothes that are chic and sort of artsy and fabulous. Nice selections of jewelry, candles, slippers, etc. I think this is a great place to find a gift or a unique clothing piece. I'll be back for sure next time we're in Sonoma. Check it out! Five Stars!

So pretty! All hand made, you can smell quality. Prices of items are not cheap but after all your…read moreare at the Cornerstone in Sonoma and if you are in need of high quality gifts, why not? I loved everything, the decor of the store is very attractive by itself (even if you don't buy anything it is worth to enter and smell that place!). Cool store.

Nomad Chic concept Boutique in Sonoma is such a find . With philanthropy based designers from…read morearound the world . Items you can't get anywhere else . Global minded, nothing is manufactured , all hand made artisan jewelry textiles and furniture. Based on the travel and lifestyle experience of the gypsies , nomads and jet setters . Fresh blood for wine country and the North Bay Area . After Nomad Chic visit the New Sunset Magazine Test Kitchen right in front of the store then off to see the new Sunset Magazine Test Gardens hidden among the gorgeous Cornerstone Wedding property .

Great little spot with lots of treasures and gifts for those who value handmade, quirky and…read morecreative gifts. It's like Etsy but as a physical storefront! I also appreciate their unique clothing lines - mostly deconstructed styles in knit jersey, denim and wool. Clothing prices are a little high but I scored an awesome summer deconstructed tunic top on their sale rack a while back for $10! As I recall it's a mother and daughter operation and they clearly have an eye for quality handmade items.

Found a few amazing deals for my tween here and I also have…read moremy eye on a sweater and a dress for me - I'll be back!