I don't often leave reviews but had to for the Elephant's Trunk. They provided amazing service -…read morethey were so helpful finding everything I needed. They've got a great selection as well. The shop is also well organized and easy to browse. I absolutely recommend this place and will definitely be back!

We love it here. We bring our gently used kids items (clothes, stuffed friends, shoes, toys) and…read morecome back for new stuff using the store credit. Items are priced very fair. New owners are so super help and nice! I've been consigning here for over 10 years. Previous owner was very nice as well but the stock was overwhelming. They now have a staff of 5 and I can already see improvements. Looking forward to continued business partnership!

WEECHIC is a truly wonderful children's boutique--bright, colorful, and filled with an amazing…read moreselection for infants, toddlers, and kids. Along with Pied Piper in Cross Keys, it's one of the very best places in the area for children's clothing, toys, and gifts. My only constructive feedback is about the customer service approach. The staff is warm and friendly, but the level of attentiveness can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming, especially for shoppers who prefer to browse before being approached. On one visit, we even overheard a comment between staff members about commissions, which felt out of place in front of customers. None of this takes away from how great the store is--it's a fantastic local shop with beautiful products. A slightly softer, more relaxed customer service style would make an already great shopping experience even better. We love WEECHIC and will continue to shop here.

Awesome....Super Friendly...Great selection of baby to kids clothes ...Bonus: free gift…read morewrapping...such a gem

Cute gift shop on the Main Street in Bel Air! Lots of the thoughtful gift options or birthdays,…read moreweddings, or little events. Prices are a little steep, but to bed expected with the quality. Went in with some friends and the vibe is curated so well, and it smelled amazing. The two ladies who owned the store answered our questions about the products and were so sweet. A must-stop when you're in town!

Great gift shop located in downtown Bel Air. As with most if not all gift shops, the prices are…read morequite steep as I imagine there's not a whole lot of volume being done. Still, if you're there, you're looking for a gift that's thoughtful and unique, and that combination usually comes at a price! Friendly and helpful staff. Definitely worth a visit.

As a public school art teacher and MICA alumni I really appreciate this store. Staff are…read moreknowledgeable and helpful.

MICA - Maryland Institute College of Art is a strong arts college that is often beneath the radar…read morefor many locals. But they have a strong multi-building enclave only a stone's throw from Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore. The MICA store is for the art students. Although stores like Utrecht carry some items, the MICA store has some unique items. The poster art for instance sold at the store features designs from the Globe Poster business which MICA purchased in 2010 when the Globe went out of business. In the pre-social media days when flyers advertised music acts, The Globe Press had clients like Tina Turner, James Grown, The Temptations, etc. who would call in orders. Some of that poster art lives on at the MICA Store. The store also carries some cool books and gifts that I have not seen at a Utrecht's. And of course, like any university, the MICA Store sells cool t-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers, and bags with Maryland Institute College of Art's distinct logo. Definitely an interesting stop for anyone with an interest in art or design.

Adorable. Come to this store for tbe cute pieces you didnt know your bridal…read moreshower/babyshowerz/holiday party/dog bday/wine party/housewarming was missing It looks like a gift on tbe outside and ita full of gifts on the inside. Prices are great. I left witb a bowl for my house. A cute plaque for my cubicle at work bridal shower gifts for a wedding i am attending and a cute light up tree just because i liked it. That's not countinf the numerous banners i wanted amd the mini dutch oven i was trying to convince myself i needed. The owner has such a great sense of style you will definitely leave happy

This Baltimore gift shop's name rings 100% true - they have certainly saved the day for me on…read morenumerous occasions and subsequently made the recipient's day. I've recently been perusing their online shop and gifting friends with newborns Maryland-themed onesies and such. The selection in the shop is thoughtful and unparalleled. Plus, their staff is meticulous and very quick with assembling the gift orders. I highly recommend Best Day Ever if you are in search of a unique gift to make someone feel special.

I had the opportunity to be part of an author reading and music event at this location, and it was…read moresuch an amazing experience to be a part of! We used the back patio area, which gave us beautiful views of the expansive grounds and created such a lovely ambiance for the event. It was a really special setting. Inside, the store itself was beautifully laid out, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Everything about the experience felt thoughtfully put together, and I was genuinely happy to be an author participating in an event there.

It's a cute bookshop but the employees are something else. I was smiling and greeting them. The…read morelonger I was there the more uncomfortable I felt. I thought one of the employees was a customer until she started pointing out books when asked by someone else. A white girl came in looking for a book and all three employees rushed to greet and help her. Running downstairs and everything. If you're BIPOC don't come here. You're better off at Barnes & Nobles. Definitely won't be back. Sad because it was warm looking inside. Don't judge a book by its cover! Also there is a tiny Palestinian section. Just trauma porn for their patrons.

This is a great game store. They have events every night, a huge play place, and a good selection…read more It's also incredibly clean and very spacious. Their board game library is still growing, but it's of a pretty good size already. They also have wargaming tables, and are making new terrain all the time. I can't comment on that too much, since I don't play. They also have painting space.

It's my opinion that places of business should carry a degree of professionalism. My last time in…read morethere, the person I understand to be the owner was very outspoken about his politics. Personally, I got into the hobby as a way to escape a lot of those tensions. I have shopped at critical hit games for a couple years, have gamed there on several occasions. Never once heard an uttering of political rhetoric from employees or staff. That's the way it should be. If I know your political affiliations (whatever they may be) 5 minutes after stepping foot in your store, you're doing it wrong. Haven't been back since and tell people I know to stay away. I go out of my way to stay away from this place.

I was highly impressed by the illustration art books at Atomic Books! A great find! This location…read moreis easily accessible as it is on the Falls Road corridor.

If you're looking for a great selection of books and comics, in addition to an on-site bar, Atomic…read moreBooks may be your destination. Located in the Hampden section of Bmore, Atomic Books would easily satisfy the inner book nerd in you (*raises hand...). Upon entering, the ambiance was chill with music playing over the speaker with just enough volume to not get in the way of perusing the incredible book collection. The books are sectioned according to genre, which makes for ease in looking for a specific topic. They have a magazine section as well with titles you won't find in an ordinary newsstand (a magazine titled "Bomb"?.... I'm impressed). The cost of the books varied, but was not so to bust your budget. They also have a selection of comic books in addition to t-shirts and items with the Atomic Books logo. The staff were pleasant and customers who came in seemed to be locals supporting a great small business. I liked that. And don't forget I mentioned a bar....located in the rear....serving adult libations. Can you imagine yourself purchasing a favorite book and settling in at one of the seats in the bar sipping on your favorite drink? Or playing the video game back there? I could and would have...if I had the time! All in all, a cool neighborhood bookstore/bar to chill out, grab a book, and a drink.