I love this little shop. I always make a point to stop in during my visits to see what unique finds…read morethey have. I inevitably end up admiring a piece of jewelry or two, so it was no surprise that I found a pair of earrings this time. I had to treat myself. The staff are always so friendly every time I stop in. It's such a welcoming place. In a small strip mall, there are glass blowers, a bookstore, and a grocery market. A must-see place.

Avant Garden and Home has always been my Very, Very Favorite store and the Owners are Totally…read moreAWESOME and the Nicest people on the face of the earth You can always find the most unique and wonderful gifts when shopping here! Randi, Jeffrey and their sweet dogs always make you feel so welcome and loved

Olivia & Daisy is such a warm and welcoming book store, and an inclusive safe space! They welcome…read morechildren as well as adults, and are set up with a kids rocking chair and wooden doll house to keep younger kids content. The store has beautiful displays, and carries all of the knick knacks and tools readers love (give me all of the pens and bookmarks), toys and projects for kids, and of course a wonderfully curated selection of books. If they don't carry a book you want, they are happy to order it. The store offers events and themed book club meetings. They collaborate with Children's Therapy Center for a monthly Sensory Story Time the first Wednesday of every month at 10am and it is a wonderful experience for babies through preschool kids. Kelsey is inclusive, friendly, and always welcoming, even if I walk in looking like a hot mess with my toddler. I highly recommend Olivia & Daisy Books!

Olivia and Daisy is a wonderful store, home to some of the loveliest and smartest book sellers. I…read morelove the recommendations table- it is just big enough to have something for everyone, while not overwhelming me with too many choices. This is my go-to gifting shop for self and others.

Found this gem by accident today & had the most amazing blueberry cheesecake with a crumbled…read moretopping. Everyone was so friendly. I'll be back for lunch with my husband and our very gentle dog next time we're here!

I was so intrigued that I came back out to the valley on a day that they were open. Lovely little…read morespot that is obviously frequented by locals in the know. 5ish tables, family run, unique and revolving menu. I enjoyed a ravioli entree and a bowl of their soup of the day. Owner comes out and reads some of her own poetry! I recommend calling before going- their hours vary by additional commitments. I will definitely be back when in the area!

Adorable gift and housewares! Displays are wonderfully done! Fun place to check out ! They have…read morefall decorations up already.

Such wonderful customer service, every time we would be in Carmel we always stopped by the Barn and…read morepurchased beautiful items that we wouldn't be able to purchase anywhere else. This store is such a gem.

Absolutely beautiful spot next to one of my favorite local cafes. Excellent setup. Small businesses…read moreare some of the best to love around here. Beautiful products as gifts, such as necklaces, books, hats, cultural crafts, handmade gifts, unique jewelry, locks, bags, pouches, art, souvenirs, etc. Great value. Good service next door. Views are spectacular inside and outside. Small narrow space, but perfect for a unique gift shop. Decent value. Shop ends at the stairwell in back. Highly decorated at every shelf and angle. I really liked all the colorful items and designs I see. There's definitely variety here, especially if you want to buy a specific gift for someone. Next door is also an art gallery boutique. Beautiful place with beautiful vibes. Must love. I like browsing around the store whenever I'm waiting for my coffee and pastries or breakfast sandwich next door. Friendly and welcoming environment with lots of great things to see. I will definitely revisit in future.

Stopped in for the first time today and had the pleasure of meeting Maya! Such a lovely place, so…read moremany eye-catching products it was hard to choose just one. Ended with getting a pair of moon stone earrings and plan on going back soon. Definitely recommend for friends and family who want q

the owner of this shop assaulted my friend with a nutcracker…read more in a complete accident, my friend knocked over a nutcracker and unfortunately slightly damaged it (a fixable matter and could have even been sold at a discount rate). he immediately said he would pay for it we apologized and decided to leave as to not cause any more issues. as we were trying to leave the owner began to yell at us saying "i wouldn't have made you pay for it but you should have offered" and we apologized again but he was getting more aggressive and we just wanted to remove ourselves from the situation. he came out of the store and literally BOOED at us as we were walking away. as we continued on down the street and turned the corner, the owner had FOLLOWED us to violently throw the nutcracker at my friend. the nutcracker fully smashed and the owner, a sad bitter excuse for a man, said (like a child fighting on the playground) "you broke it first!!!" truly cannot believe anyone would do this and no one should support this nasty mole man or his business.

Another great shop in Carmel. Lots of knick nacks. The couple running the store were both very…read morefriendly. I like some items, but as with most things in town. They were out of my price range. Still a great time

Celeste was truly a breath of fresh air. On my first visit she was warm and kind, but the second…read moretime I came in, we connected even more. She took the time to give me honest, gentle feedback on the headbands I tried -- what really suited me and what didn't -- and it felt like she genuinely wanted me to feel good, not just make a sale. And she was right: these headbands didn't hurt my head like the ones I tried in the past. I always return to places where I feel seen and cared for, and Celeste made the experience feel personal and special. I'm already eyeing the beautiful bags they carry to help elevate my everyday style.

Very personalized service, and beautiful bags, scarves, jewelry, art and scarves. Loved finding…read morethis sweet store with a great selection of Graf Lantz bags from Los Angeles, and so many other unique items.

Checked out this coffee spot before eating at Toro Cafe next door. Super cute inside and they have…read morea lot of coffee/baked good items. The coffee was good, but this spot is kinda out of the way unless you live near by.

The crew are always welcoming, and patient while you decide... and it takes awhile there is so much…read moreto choose from! All the pastries are from local favorites, can't go wrong with a chocolate croissant from Otto's Bakery in my opinion. The quiches from Paris Bakery are a more savory option, but you really can't go wrong. The little ones love the "pop tarts from Lupitas Bakery. As for the coffee, hubby loves the lattes. I hear everyone order the lavender vanilla but we haven't jumped on the floral coffee bandwagon just yet. I love they offer unsweetened matcha and use good grade matcha. Only small irk was the cold foam was half my cup, delicious? Yes. However, I will skip the foam route and keep my full 20 ounces for matcha. The "vibe" as the kids say is fun, inside seating is very limited but plenty of outdoor dog friendly space on the patio. Parking is complicated being right off the highway and next to a popular breakfast spot, so be cautious, but definitely give it a try.

Enjoyed the service, views and value of Grazing menu from 3-5 P.M. we will be back for more fun…read moretimes!

I bought the most beautiful blessed mother baby Jesus icon. Our lady of perpetual help. A bit…read morepricy but very good quality.

After lunch we walked along lighthouse Ave and found this gift shop. They had all sorts of cute…read morethings for your yard and home. It's a bit pricey but they had so many cool things. Lots of monarch butterfly decor, since pacific grove is known for the monarch butterflies. I found some really wonderful smelling soaps. I decided to get the peach bar soap to take home. Service was good here.

Whenever I'm in Pacific Grove, Variety is one of those shops I can't resist checking out. Back when…read moreI lived in Monterey, I'd pop in pretty regularly just to see what new things they had on display. The shop has a great mix of items--seasonal décor, gifts, and fun little treasures--though the real charm is that it pulls together products from multiple local vendors, so there's always something different to discover. The store is organized in a way that makes browsing easy: toys, clothing, and accessories tend to be toward the back, while the front features home décor, soaps, and unique trinkets. The owner is always warm and welcoming, happy to chat or answer questions, and it's clear how much she cares about supporting the Pacific Grove community. Over time, I've picked up thoughtful gifts for my family--soaps and home decorations for my grandmother, beanie babies and old-school VHS tapes for my siblings, and even hats and wall art for my mom and aunt. Prices on items are understandable especially knowing that the prices vary depending on what vendor owns that item. It's the kind of place where you never know what gem you'll walk out with. I'll definitely make it a stop every time I'm back in town!