This place has been here for decades on Spadina Ave. and I still love discovering surprising finds!…read moreI needed a small dish to put two condiments in and they had several options. Finally decided on this beautiful yin and yang style! The place is usually busy but we were lucky it was quiet on this Saturday morning. This place is a real Toronto treasure in Chinatown!

Basically, they have everything you could possibly need in your kitchen, from Vitamixes to bamboo…read moresteamers to eating and cooking utensils, dishes, glassware, etc. The aisles are on the narrow side, and the shelves are jam-packed. Ask for assistance from one of the many employees if there's something you can't reach on a shelf. Don't forget to show your George Brown College student ID card for a discount.

Wow! What an amazing find in Toronto…read more I run a Cookbook dinner club so when I walked into this bookstore that was all cookbooks, Cooking related memoirs and stories, I thought I died and went to heaven. A beautiful brightly colored store with kitchen and food themed items. In addition to books Staff was lovely. Very low pressure. I probably could've spent hours poking around the shelves. Definitely on our list to visit next time we are back in town

Good Egg has a lot of cute decor and home ware…read more I'm a huge fan of baggu and there's a wide selection of products. The pricing is a bit pricey but considering there's no actual baggu store in toronto it's worth it. The staff is also pretty friendly!

What you cannot get at Tap Phong Trading Company down the street.. you can probably get them in B &…read moreJ Trading Company!! Love to browse around and look at all the junkie merchandises... Great selections of incense.. Ommmmm I am ready for my yoga mediation sessions!

A great place to buy stocking stuffer toys. The most fun I ever have shopping for Christmas…read morepresents. And Cheap! What's not to love?

Do you love junk? Do you love to walk around and look and touch old objects that you can't believe…read moreare still around in the original package? This place is crazy. There are vintage items, new items, things that you don't have any idea how long they have been there. Then strangely enough, there were shoes and clothes in the back. I bought the cutest little turquoise flats. I know I stayed in there an hour nosing around, it is the kind of place that my husband would have passed out if he had to hang out in there with me. It is on the list when I return to Toronto. Have I told you lately how much I heart Toronto?

I hope Sasmart lasts forever. It's clearly been around for a long time. This may be apparent from…read moreits somewhat-dated exterior, but mostly because of the assortment of surprisingly affordable great-quality, new-vintage house- and cookware. Agree with the previous 5-star reviews - it's a hard place to sum up in a sentence, because you really don't know what oddball kitschy gift or really useful gadget you'll end up finding. I've bought really cheap unused vintage wrapping paper and 2B pencils, a huge plastic washing/ bathing tub, new glass and wood storage canisters made in France (for an incredible deal), and a kitsch stationery holder shaped like a lion for a friend's birthday. You will find fantastic deals here on great-quality stuff - much cheaper than nearby carefully-curated kitchen stores. Because much if not most of the wares here are unused vintage, a lot of them are made in places like Canada/France/Italy and before everything became disposable. The folks that own/run the place are very friendly, and have a sweet old pug that sometimes sleeps behind the counter. I've generally stayed out of the clothing section, but thanks to a previous reviewer, it looks like I'll have to check it out! Sasmart sits opposite grungy Bellevue Square park, just off the beaten path of Augusta. I highly suggest that you pay a visit next time you're in the market!

As a former employee, I can't publish any of the many things, if there are many things…read more , that this company does (or may do), day-to-day, seasonally, etc. (either, directly to the employees very hard and with a cold, villainous approach, or not) that makes me feel that it is one of the 'Companies From Canada With Half-Decent Success' that I can't (at all, because evil) publicly support, or can.

Avoid unless you want to feel like a scumbag. As opposed to going to amazon and buying two…read morestainless steel bowls for half the price, I choose to support a local business. What a mistake! When paying, I used Apple Pay and AMEX and while it was accepted, the owner berated me on their fees, threw the receipt and said 'I just lost money on that bro!'.

I must admit I was super excited when I walked by and saw that a kitchen store was opening up so…read moreclose to my place home. It's a tiny space, but it's stocked to the rafters with every kitchen gadget, tool, pot, or pan you may need. The brands they stock are not inexpensive, so you know you're getting quality goods, however, quality does come at a price. If they stocked some affordable brands, I would have given them 4 stars.

I love this HomeSense location; the store is rather big and it always has a great selection of…read moreseasonal decorations, glassware, plates, serving plates, bowls and spoons; home decorations, bath and kitchen essentials, artworks, mirrors, photo frames, cushions, furniture, etc. It will never disappoint, whether you're buying a gift or for yourself, you can find something interesting to buy.

Of all the places we went to in Toronto, of all the things we saw... HomeSense was a favorite. I…read moremean, come on, the Canadian cousin of HomeGoods/Marshalls/TJMaxx? How could I NOT go into this store!? Looks-wise it's just like the standard HomeGoods we're used to in the States... except its bigger and better. And really roomy. Sometimes these types of stores are so packed you can barely move around - not this location. Set in a lower level/basement like space it felt modern and comfortable. Walking in - I instantly wished I had brought an extra duffle bag. Between the aisles of pillows, the kitchen/dining section, and the picture frames - I was in heaven. Fortunately for Hubs they also have tons of furniture, so he was able to find a {super cute} chair up front to relax in while I wandered. B/c my luggage could not accommodate all that I had seen I settled on a really beautiful picture frame to commemorate our visit to Toronto. Check out was super easy - seeing as how they had several cashiers available. And my frame, after $$ conversion was only $7. Yay for HomeSense!

This is a mini update for the new store. They have half floor of this building to themselves now…read more The new space is bright and has an airy feel. An added cafe with a few seats as well. The menu at the cafe seemed limited though. What keeps me coming back is the unmatched selection especially towards the higher end of the market. The prices are competitive so that's a bonus. The service has been great so far with my dealings at this store. I usually visit this location to get ideas about those hard to buy for friends. Some brands worth mentioning are Alessi, Hermes, Versace by Rosenthal, Christophle etc. They have the most extensive selection for these brands I have encountered. If you like housewares this store is a must visit IMO. 4.5 stars.

i have been shopping at ashley my whole life because i am a torontonian. today i had to buy a…read morewedding gift the old fashioned way, go to a store , look at the merchandise, make my decision and make my purchase......lol. i found a speglia (spelling) water or wine vessel and 4 matching bourbon glasses i was delighted because they were on sale which made me happier. please don't let this way of shopping disappear we need it in our society ,on line shopping is great but i wan't to see and feel the merchandise like we did in the old days. my sales lady was UTA what a pleasure dealing with her , old fashioned customer service , the way i like it. i don't want to buy everything on line , i long for the old days. BRAVO WILLIAM ASHLEY , BRAVO

It's the American version of HomeGoods- great prices and fabulous decor - extra friendly staff and…read moreI was able to find everything - no hidden treasure map required! Lovely

I was at HomeSense 7575 Weston Road Woodbridge today at 7pm. A dog pooped on the floor by Gallery…read moreisle. 3 people almost stepped on it. I advised the cashier there's poop on the floor. 10 minutes passed, it was still on the floor. I advised another staff member who rudely responded to me and said "I know I know, we've already been told" then turned her back to me. I told her I'm trying to be nice and helping them avoid avoid a situation where people would step on it. She responded and was rude about it again. I asked to speak with a manager I was told the manager is on break. I walked away. Another 5 minutes passed same girl and the assistant manager proceeded to clean the poop. As they walked by I said "it's about time somebody attended to it." The assistant manager rudely responded, we didn't know and was very confrontational. I said I reported twice, how do you not know. I asked to speak to a manager above her, I was then told that there is no manager on duty. I left and called the store (905) 850-8131, the assistant manager answered. I asked to speak to a manager, she told me that no manager tonight and for the rest of the weekend. After a few words back and forth she hung up on me, accused me of being rude to her and her staff. I called back again, she was rude and she hung up again. Not very good customer service at all after trying to help them prevent customers from stepping on dog poop. I'll be reporting this to Corporate office.

Tablecloths and pillows and pyjamas galore, all in pretty patterns that look so cheerful and fun!…read moreKochi has a wonderful selection and friendly staff, too. Their pyjama section is amazing, but their clothing is my personal favourite. There's something special about their collections-- great prices, gorgeous patterns, and very unique, too! I bought a tunic-style dress for $20 and my mom bought a blouse for $14; especially in downtown Toronto, these prices are amazing. And both purchases came with a free gift-- choice of a tote bag or a 3-layer face mask. Wonderful neighbourhood shop that won't break the bank!

Kochi is not just one of Toronto's most beautiful stores, offering up everything from beautiful…read morewhite nighties and robes, pillows, blankets and tableware to things so lovely and unique, you didn't know you needed them! I can't say enough about their staff who go above and beyond to help you. They are just wonderful people. If you go in looking for one particular item, it's just about guaranteed that you'll leave with an extra bag or two of treasures. This shop is an integral part of Toronto, and a breath of fresh air from "chain stores". It's a gem that I can always count on to find that perfect gift, and a little something for myself.