Unique & Interesting, come to mind when you wander around La Bodega. I came here on a friend's…read morerecommendation that knows I love unique items, now I'm hooked. The inventory is ever-changing, if you come in and see something you like and you better grab it, because I've made that mistake, and came back the next day and it's gone. Good prices on interesting works of art and upscale furnishings. I'm enjoying the hunt here at La Bodega. Michael D

This wonderful little Art Gallery//Coffee House/Wine Bar/Music Club is just a few doors west of…read moreViva Mexico and an excellent place to go for coffee and entertainment after a meal at VM. Music starts at 8 on Saturday night and is varied but always wonderful. Some people describe this little bohemian gem as reminiscent of San Francisco in the 60's and 70's. A mixture of older expats and 30ish 40ish and younger Mexican crowd makes a nice mix--all appreciative of this wonderful music venue as well as the espresso and coffee drinks, latés, frappachinos, desserts, wine and beer. Isidro, one of the proprietors, usually shows his own art as well as the art of various locals. Kristina, his partner in life and business, runs the bar and also sometimes "mans" the piano, playing her own compositions. If you are lucky, she'll have some of her CD's available. On the first Wednesday of every month, local poets and writers read their work at the Squeaky Wheels reading series. The work is varied and always entertaining. Readings begin at 3:30 and after an hour and a half of food-for-thought, most of the crowd usually shifts to Viva Mexico for food-for-body. A fun crowd. Friendly atmosphere. Kristina's gift shop sells locally produced jewelry, journals, sculpture and other art and gift goodies. Catch them on Facebook for their weekly music events and monthly art openings.

The best you can do for a small mall. The locals really enjoy the food court. The food is good…read moreespecially the Indian food. This is where Scandinavia bakery is as well as several other small restaurants. Also believe it or not a small casino! Also banks, Telcel and small shops. I come here quite often just to chill out.

When in Mexico, you never know about when you may need internet. Trying to find a chill spot where…read moreI can have a chai soy latte and jump online to do some biz, led me here. With ample parking, plentiful indoor and outdoor seating, this place is legit. I enjoyed the outdoor patio grounded outlets and table space. My only complaint is that the chai is pre-made, so adjustment of sweetness level is not possible. The prices are fair and the vibe is chill. I shall return to try their flat bread pizzas and other drinks.

When I received my latte, I asked if the almond milk had stevia in it because it tasted very…read moreartificial. The barista blankly said no and then checked the carton when I just stood there.. he said that it actually did have artificial sweetener so I asked if I could have my drink remade with a different kind of milk. It wouldn't have been an issue, but the barista rolled his eyes and started whispering with the other female barista. (There were also only two other people in the whole place, so it shouldn't have been an issue.) When they finished my drink he left it on the counter without any comment. There are so many great coffee places in the area that I recommend you skip this one.

UOU REVIEW We…read morepurchased our furniture for our condo we purchased in Mazatlan (we moved from Lake Chapala). We loved the furniture the store carries; excellent quality and great prices. Nicer and cheaper than Mazatlan due to the lack of furniture manufacturing here. So we paid for delivery to Mazatlan. Very affordable! The service in store was excellent. Professional all around service. The delivery men were top notch and patient while we checked all the pieces. Most of the furniture in our house in Chapala was from there as well. We cannot say enough about the staff and manager Juan. Our condo build was delayed by 6 months and there was no additional charge for the storage. We paid a deposit and not once did they ask for another payment. We paid by credit card upon delivery in Mazatlan.

I love UOU and have used them a ton for setting up my house in Lake Chapala over the last few…read moreyears. They have a great selection of contemporary and transitional pieces from large scale parota dining tables, tasteful and comfortable dining and accent chairs and a fantastic selection of reasonable contemporary carpets (tapetes) that are otherwise not easy to find Lakeside. I recently purchased a patio set for the veranda that was not only pretty but reasonable cost-wise and was available for delivery same day. In fact they delivered in 20 minutes which was fantastic as I was trying to get a lot done on my most recent trip out! Very conveniently located just off the main Carretera in West Ajijic, there is ample parking and a low key/ low pressure atmosphere while you browse.