Small but Mighty
This little bargain shop is definitely on the smaller side. I could basically capture the whole store in two photos but it's really well organized. I don't know if it's because it's new, but it even smelled really good when we walked in (not sure what they sprayed, but it was nice!).
A Sweet Surprise
In their little ice cream freezer, they carry Sarita's ice cream, which totally caught my eye because I've only ever had that in Guatemala! I'm not sure if it's originally from there, but they sell it a lot over there, and it's really good. It can be a bit pricey anywhere (usually $3-$4 a bar), and here it was $3.25...totally fair considering it's an imported treat. I thought that was such a cool surprise find.
Great Little Deals
Even though the store is small, the selection is nice from hair accessories to kitchen items, birthday supplies, seasonal decorations, and even a few snacks and food items. I noticed some products were regular dollar store brands and some were unique. For example, I found a squishy hand toy my son loves that cost $5 at another discount store in East L.A., but here it was only $3. That alone made me happy...saving a couple bucks feels great!
Friendly Vibes & Local Touches
There's just one cashier since it's such a small store, but she was super friendly. There's no parking lot, only metered parking out front, but we were walking, so that wasn't an issue. Outside the store, she also sells rolls of plastic table covering (I believe you buy it by the yard).
Overall Thoughts
It's a small store, but honestly, I liked it a lot organized, friendly, and full of little surprises. It's one of those neighborhood bargain shops you can pop into and end up finding something unexpected. Definitely worth checking out if you're nearby. read more