I didn't visit for anything in particular but was very impressed with the curated variety of…read moremerchandise. In terms of their stationery, which is what I'd be most interested in, they have a very small selection of Japanese stationery, Field Notes, and Rifle Paper, among other small journals and other items. I felt like it was the perfect store to come in and find a last minute (or not so last minute if you're good about that type of thing) gift. Customer service was friendly, and helpful. If I lived in the area I'd definitely be back.

I am not sure how I missed this jewel of a gift store on my many visits to Ventura and Main Street…read morein particular. Where do I start. They have such interesting merchandise including an assortment of unique gift cards, maps, pictures, stylish hats, scarves, and rare books to name just a percentage of what they have to offer. The sales associate was very friendly and helpful. He even tried on a hat I wanted to buy my husband and was concerned about the size. He let me know they take returns within 30 days with the receipt and original tagging. Fortunately it fit! This amazing shop is on Main Street which is closed to through traffic. There is free publick parking just down the street at the Museam of Ventura County. It is also in a great location for other speacialty stores and eateries.

What a cute gift shop! I had gone to this place while in the city of Ventura. We were camping…read moreabout 30 min away. We on Main St. to go thrifting. One of the gals mentioned they knew the owner of the place that we should check out the store and see if the owner was in town. While waiting for the owner we took a look around and found some cute, fun and funny things! They had a Christmas tree decorated with camping themed merchandise which of course caught our attention. They had a little bit of everything for almost everyone and any age. Well, maybe not for infants at least i don't recall seeing anything for infants. The found the prices on some of the merchandise to be reasonable. Some of the clothing were on the pricey side. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Although I didn't purchase the really cute, and funny kitchen towels, I did purchase a couple of stickers (I enjoy stickers!). This business will find me here again if ever in the area.

This is a great gift store. They have a good selection of items. It's fun that visit.read more

Still 5/5! Gelato here is creamy and plenty of flavors to choose from…read more But the highlight this time were the drinks we had. the hot chocolate with their whipped cream was so delicious. They make it with marshmallows and it's so good. Also the chocolate is so rich. And the horchata masala chai! Such a warm, sweet, flavorful combination of Indian and Mexican flavors. Might be a seasonal flavor? But so good! Try it if you like sweet and chai.

Great spot in Ventura to grab some coffee and a treat. It's a cute place with both indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating, plus a small area where you can purchase gift items. We were excited when we walked in and saw all the options for sweet treats. We just had to try them--and we definitely did! We got four different snacks: Strawberry Cobbler Bar - This was amazing and our overall favorite. The strawberry flavor really stood out, and the crumble crust was perfect. Carrot Cake Bar - Yummy! A delicious treat with moist cake. The walnuts on top added a great touch. Chocolate Cake - Rich and tasty. The chocolate was a bit overpowering, but still a solid choice. Key Lime Cheesecake - WOW! This one was fantastic. The crust and the caramel on top made it extra special. We really enjoyed this treat.

Such a fun store to browse through. Full of treasures and shells. I love the bins where you can…read morepick your own shell mix.

I visited Sea Things yesterday. They have an abundance of shells for sale. They also carry…read moresea-themed home goods and decor.

Fantastic boutique! An amazing array of different items. So much fun to look through! Employees are…read morevery friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended! We'll be back!

This store is so cute and conveniently located in downtown Ventura. I've been in here a handful of…read moretimes now and I'm always Impressed with their selection. Home goods and gifts this store really has it all. I also appreciate the layout and that items are kind of categorized by theme or item. For example, where I first walked in they had two tables filled with beachy items. Pillows, wall decor, stickers, mugs, candles you name it. Really convenient when you have a theme or idea in mind and they have an entire table dedicated to those items. In the back were the cutest and softest baby clothes. Some of my friends have had little ones and I will definitely be back to shop for them. For myself I'm coming back for some super cozy sweaters - it's just too hot right now and at almost $50 a pop, it wasn't a need. The prices range. Some items seem reasonable and others are slightly overpriced in my opinion BUT the convenience of getting so many cute things all in one spot makes worth paying a little more okay in my eyes as it's a one stop shop. Lastly the staff are nice here. Everyone says hello and they greet you with good vibes. They are helpful but don't hover. All in all this is a great store in downtown and I'll be back soon to snag some goodies.

Lovely little shop in downtown Ventura across the street from the Mission and several doors from…read morehistoric Peirino's Store ( Currently under renovation. ). On a warm afternoon we were greeted by air conditioning and a friendly welcome from the woman working there. Both were a nice treat as we spent a little time downtown. The usage of the high ceilings and historic space in the boutique are glorious to behold. They featured fresh flower bouquets, clothing, jewelry and other accessories, lotions, and gift items. Several delineated sections focus on various themes and colors. There's so much to see! It would take a while to view the bulk of the goodies for sale. The shopkeeper mentioned that they have another location further up Main Street. While I didn't but anything this time, I could easily be persuaded to return and dig deeper!

Wow, what a cool find here in downtown Ventura. It was not only a beautiful day outside (at least…read morein Ventura), but it was a beautiful time inside looking at all the fun things truly PACKED in every square inch of this place..... and then some. I don't know how the owner manages to find room to add more stuff. Regardless, I really like a lot of things here, but speaking honestly, I found the prices to be a bit on the pricey side... not surprising for a gift store, but still, I found myself more justifying why I shouldn't buy it as opposed to convincing myself that I absolutely "needed" to have it.... or even buy as gifts for others. I thought about future Christmas gifts, but again, spending a lot of money for things so very tiny (some were)... so I kept saying no. I suppose I can always come back here.....I really do like what this store has to offer.

If you're looking to purchase a gift for someone that's meaningful & creative, Art House is the…read moreplace to go! There's so many fun gift options here for a loved one, or yourself! There's a collection of coffee table books, artwork, candles, activity books, bags, toys for kids, puzzles, and much more. The selection here is endless & it's the pretty spot to find a new creative hobby. I purchased a water color painting book in hopes to decrease my screen time! I only wish I visited sooner. I met the owner's parents who gave such a warm greeting upon entering!

Walked past this store while walking to main street. On a side street next to a popular bar…read more Clean, bright store that I was drawn into by their lego selection. They have legos, great quality puzzles of all types, fun games, more legos, cook books, candles, gallery in the back. Good book selection. Definitely worth a visit and a great place to support local family runned business.

What a great little shop in Downtown Ventura! This is one of the many hidden gems on Main Street,…read moreand if you're a local or even just visiting I would really recommend a quick stop in here! I visited on President's Day and it was a tad busy inside the store; but that's to be expected as it was busy everywhere! To be honest, the reason I stopped in here is because I saw the F*R*I*E*N*D*S gear repping Ventura. I will always be a tourist in my town. :) And, could I *be anymore serious? :) Staff was friendly; not too pushy. I loved that the store had a very "open" feeling inside, too. I get frustrated sometimes in stores Downtown that are cramped inside because I am always afraid I am going to knock something over. The souvenirs are really nice and well-made, too. Definitely does *not have the Vegas gift-shop vibe, if that makes sense. These items aren't mass produced...and you can tell. You can tell they mean something, too. I ended up getting a few stickers and a birthday present. I would definitely recommend stopping in here next time you're Downtown.

Went in last night to grab a Christmas ornament to have as a memory of our trip here. This store is…read moreabsolutely amazing. I'm from a tourist town and I WISH we had a store like this. This shop is not a tourist shop with the same stuff that every other shop has. I was able to find the most unique gifts and could have bought up the whole store. If you're in town, go here!

This little bookstore makes a big impression! The environment is so welcoming and inclusive and has…read moreservice that exceeded my expectations. The team is so approachable and welcoming, so looking for niche romance novels is never intimidating. I'm a sucker for a good and cheesy romance novel and this spot meets my needs and more. In addition they carry beautiful local made trinkets and have the best selection of book related stickers!! Everything is reasonably priced and you have the added benefit of supporting a lovely Ventura business. Smitten holds release parties and while I didn't get to attend the one I purchased they held my book for me and even kept a pin for me that they gave out at the party! I hear rhag it was a black light event with games and snackies, what a treat! I hope you can visit sometime soon! Okay thanks bye!

This bookstore is on Main Street and has a definite fun, chic, creative vibe. They sell expressive,…read moreinspired books, along with stickers, bookmarks, and tarot cards. I also saw tarot cards for dogs being sold, which made me smile. For a small to medium space, they make the most of fun and original books and other inspired art. In the back, there's a small meeting space. On the website, they have a lot of events - everything from book club meetings, tarot card readings, a journaling club, a writing club, book swaps, and more. I attended one of the book clubs, where everyone expressively and passionately explained the moments they liked and didn't like from the book. I would never have read such an entertaining and creative book if not for Smitten's book club. The book discussion made me like the book even more through everyone's inspiring analysis. Take a look at this fun, community-inspired bookstore!