I can't recommend Nielsen Framing enough. I've had two recent projects framed by them-one a rush…read moreorder which needed a super fast turnaround, and one smaller but more sentimental photo which needed a cuter frame-and each time they were knowledgeable, helpful, tasteful in helping pick out frames and mats...and also just really kind in a way I miss experiencing when I don't shop locally. I showed up right before closing (I'm so sorry!) and they still graciously took the time to help me out so I wouldn't need to make a second trip. The price of both jobs was way lower than you'll find online or in box stores, and the quality was just incredible.

These guys are great…read more if you have nice pieces that you want preserved for a long time, and a great colobrative process on picking through all the options - there is no other choice. When you are spending time and money on something that you want to last a lifetime (and beyond), they exceeded my expectations on the process and the final product.

My son was looking for new furniture for his first home. The furniture was decent and reasonably…read morepriced. Our interactions with the owner Andy and partner Marvin was overall pleasant. However we received damaged display furniture after being told that the furniture would be new in boxes and put together at our home. Honesty is a really important thing for me. I believe they were both intentionally dishonest and I was so disappointed because I had high hopes for the business. He ended up keeping the furniture because he was moving out of state the next day , he liked the furniture overall despite the damage, and said he would buy new furniture once he settled in to his new home. I voiced my grievances and was given a few bucks back for the inconvenience and their dishonesty. The thing that bothers me the most about this is that the owner shook our hands while looking us in the eyes knowing he was going to deceive us.

I was so thrilled that this business is Owened by two very hard-working Young men. I was very…read morepleased with my purchase . They offer affordable delivery. The process was prompt and profesional. Don't look elsewhere you will be very pleased with not just the service but with price, quality and promptness of delivery. Me emocionó mucho que este negocio estuviera impulsado por dos jóvenes muy trabajadores. Yo estaba muy contento con mi compra. Ofrecen entrega asequible. El proceso fue rápido y profesional. No busque en otra parte: quedará muy satisfecho no sólo con el servicio sino también con el precio, la calidad y la rapidez de la entrega.

The owner was very helpful with renting me a space I need for a very large order. This kitchen was…read moreabsolutely perfect for my needs and made it possible for me to fulfill a 800 person order. So glad I inquired and it was available. I will definitely be renting here again. Thank you August for being so helpful! I appreciate it.

As a business owner of a food truck and restaurant, I was hoping Chef's Touch would be a supportive…read moreplace to grow. Instead, it became one of the most hostile and unsettling professional environments I've ever worked in. From the start, the landlord, August Blass, was overbearing and inappropriate. He tried to control who I hired, telling me I shouldn't work with one of my own team members simply because he didn't like them. When I pushed back and told him he had no right to interfere with my staffing, he raised my rent from a $1000 rate to $5,000 per month--clearly as retaliation. Also, he yelled at me directly on multiple occasions, sometimes in front of others. I witnessed him regularly shouting at his own staff as well--loud, aggressive behavior that created a toxic atmosphere. Several of his employees even confided in me that they hadn't been paid for weeks. Some hadn't seen a paycheck in over a month. No one should have to work under those conditions. On top of all this, I saw August go into other tenants' kitchens while they were away and offer me their food--as if it were his to give away. I declined, but the fact that he felt comfortable entering other people's kitchens and touching their food without permission raised serious red flags about food safety and respect for other businesses. This environment is not just unprofessional--it's unsafe, unethical, and deeply disrespectful to small food entrepreneurs who are working hard to build something. I would never recommend this space to anyone. I left because I refused to accept being bullied or compromised. I only wish someone had warned me before I signed up. If you're a food business looking for a commissary kitchen, please protect yourself and look elsewhere.

Small, bright and intimate gallery run by the very friendly and creative Cecile who's always a…read morepleasure to talk to. It's above Sketch, the gelato shop on 4th. She has tons of Seiko Tachibana's work, one of my favorite Bay Area's artists.

Cecile is a wonderful woman. She knows what is going on in local art and is not pushy. Check it…read moreout, I am sure you will fall in love with something!!!

The best kept secret is the fine work done by Shigoto-ya…read more I sought a craftsman who could listen to my ideas, improve on it and deliver quality work. Shigoto-ya succeeded! I met with both Gordon and Nikko Hirano and we talked about what I wanted to do and my budget. They came up with the concept, timeline and approximate deposit and cost. They were very easy to work with. Within two weeks, they measured and remeasured my window. Once the panels were made, I was invited in to the shop to create the Shoji design. I didn't want the traditional grid pattern, joking that I didn't want my neighbors to think I was opening a sushi restaurant. I was looking for something simple and elegant, present but not distracting. I said the design would be what I considered to look like artwork, except covering my front window. It turned out fantastic! Installation took a few days, which was fine because this was not a cookie cutter product. They were extremely careful to measure everything appropriately to ensure the fit. The screens are beautiful! So much so that I had Shigoto-ya install shoji screens to continue with the theme. I never thought my living room could look so beautiful! The next morning, I saw the sunlight diffused through the screens. It truly felt like a religious experience. Now I have to move onto the next step and start painting the rooms. I highly recommend Shigoto-ya for their fine work and expertise!

Please hire anyone else, there are good shoji makers like Portland Shoji Screen or LA Shoji, really…read moreanyone else. I have never regretted hiring anyone more than Gordon. We commissioned Gordon to make 3 things: a bathroom vanity, a closet and a screen that divided the bedroom from the bathroom. Having worked with him for over 7 years, we paid him in advance after agreeing to the amount for all items, delivery dates and terms. Then the nightmare began. Gordon began to fall behind. Suddenly, he could't make the dates we agreed to, he did not provide drawings on time, he "forgot" half of the items needed including drawer pulls, shelves, etc and then wanted to bill more for them even though they were in our initial emails and discussions. He fought with the other contractors and stormed off, forcing the project to fall behind for more than a week. Now, it has been closer to 3.5 months with nothing provided. We were in dire need of the bathroom vanity so we could have a sink and when it finally showed up, it was damaged all over, drawers didn't close, banding was poorly done, shelves were scratched, etc. When I showed him the damage, he said it would be fixed, it never was, including him dropping off a "new" shelves which was totally wrecked and he then "realized" it was not the right one and bought back the damaged shelf, 2 months later. Then came the bills. I have invoices showing things were paid in full, emails stating what those bills included in great detail but Gordon now wanted more. He would not deliver the vanity unless we paid 100% more in costs. We were desperate, so we did, only to find out that he did not do the pulls we agreed to and wanted $800 more for them, he did not do the top of the vanity we agreed to and now said it had to be granite, which I did not want, costing $1600 more and putting us behind another month. His designs were so badly done, which he also tried to bill more for, the granite company had to send out their own guy, which was also another charge. Then came the screen. Gordon delayed and delayed, then, when I began pressing for it, he said it would be another 2 months for it. Again, I was over a barrel as going to anyone else would take just as long now, after waiting 4 months. He promised, in writing, it would be delivered no later than the beginning of June. He had our money so we agreed to wait. Come mid-June, he still had done nothing and shows up with a bill for 100% more for the exact item we had already paid for. We told him no, that it was in writing: the delivery date, what it included and the amount, he screamed at us, hung up and refused, 7 months later, to do the job. I am now taking him to court to get my money back. I have hired someone else to do the work. He never made the screen nor the closet. I will never work with Gordon again. His business partner, Frank, passed last year, and I did not realize that he was the one holding the place together. The fact that I have to sue him for services not rendered is insane. On top of that, the one item he made is already falling apart. What a shame Shigoto Ya has become this shoddy, unreliable, dishonest mess. I do not often leave negative reviews, but Gordon and his work are not worth your time.

Wonderful plant shop with gorgeous handmade macrame, and unique copper trellises! Wide…read morevariety/selections of plants. They even carry a limited number of one of a kind wine glasses & t-shirts while supplies last!! If you're looking for a extremely friendly and knowledgeable small plant business shop you are definitely at the right place!

I really enjoy working with Myong and Randy. They are very good at what they do and I'm always…read moresatisfied with the results of their work. They have a great selection of framing materials to choose from and are very good at making suggestions on how to frame my art work. I feel that the pricing for the work and the selection and quality of the materials is very good, I like working with Myong and Randy, and highly recommend them.

My son visited Myanmar this year and brought back a painted wall hanging/textile from Myanmar…read more (His in-laws live there). I offered to find a place to get it framed. Upon my friend's (Toni M), suggestion, I went to Sticks on Solano Ave. The gentleman who assisted me was very nice and helpful. He picked out several different mats and frames for me to choose from. I decided to get museum glass to prevent reflection and fading of the textile. It usually takes about 3 weeks for them to finish the framing, but I got it back in 2. My son and his wife were very pleased with the completed project. I did find non-metered parking in front of their shop but I arrived around 15 min after they opened at 11 am. I would definitely consider using Sticks again.

Sue is amazing…read more Amazing shop, amazing staff. Then there is the G. O. A. T. With Sue and her creative mind. You have to make a visit

Sue Johnson's lighting is not only unique, it's exceptionally well-crafted and expertly made. Each…read moreshade is a handmade work of art that warmly illuminates the space. We recently moved to Vermont and needed a new fixture. Sue Johnson's ginko shade looks absolutely stunning in our renovated all-season porch. What sets Sue's lighting apart from others is that they are collectible pieces that maintain their value and last forever. Plus, they bring the beauty of nature indoors. A very special, one-of-a-kind place.