My favorite business on the Island, Hand's is a lifesaver for so many potential problems, it has a…read morelittle of everything. Saves a trip to the mainland to a big box store.

If I could leave negative stars I would. Went in the store to browse with my family. Instead of…read morejust greeting us and letting us shop, the associates kept bothering us and making unwanted comments. My 13 year old chose not to wear a coat. They wouldn't stop talking about it. The older associate then commented loudly that my daughter had no meat on her bones. It is totally unacceptable to comment on another person's body, or what they are wearing. Nobody asked for her opinion. It was not at all appreciated, it was offensive. Extremely unprofessional. We were all so uncomfortable that we left immediately. Body shaming is never acceptable! Especially on international women's day. After more than 30 years shopping here I will never return.

Adorable used book store called LBI Book Swap. There's something for everyone here. Frequent guest…read moreauthors with book signings.

What a great local business that needs to be fully supported! Who doesn't love roaming around a…read morebookstore in a beach town?! It's like a Hallmark movie waiting to happen! Walking in, you're pulled into every corner of different reading temptations. From best sellers, to used booked that look barely worn, to a whole children's section to explore in the basement. I bought the sequel to a book a recently finished in the "used" section for $4.99! It looked fresh and hot off the press and snapped it up! Plenty of people had more than two books in their hands, and with their selection, I can see why. The staff was very personal and cheery, sharing their own recommendations when someone was indecisive. No pushiness or hovering over you; just friendly and welcoming. I could've spent a good hour in here, but I did enough damage in 30 minutes. Happy reading!

Been coming to Surf City for close to 15 years with the family and we stop here every single year…read morefor some kind of clothing or souvenir. On our most recent trip, Wifey (who started the trip making us promise she wouldn't buy ANY more Santa ornaments) walked out the door with three Santa ornaments. The tradition started the first year when one of the kids needed a sweatshirt and we now go every year. It's always a fun little trip and we always find something to bring home...

We've been coming here for at lest 15 years as part of our LBI vacation. Kids have gotten the…read moreubiquitous red lifeguard sweatshirts and worn them till they outgrew them and got the next size up. Shark tooth necklaces, long sleeve LBI shirts, games, car magnets etc. Full of tchotchkes and gaudy wearables alongside some things you might like, it is always with a crowd and taken as a fun stop is a great place.

I went to Greco Jeweler with watches that need to be sized and a bracelet that needed to be fixed…read more The day I was there, ten days ago, I paid for the watches hoping they would be fixed as I waited. The bracelet needed an estimate to be fixed. When the woman who waited on me took the items to the back, she informed me that the jeweler was alone, and would not be able to finish the watches while I waited. That was not an issue as I needed to leave the bracelet anyway. I left all items, the prepaid watches (which we thought I would have that day but could not,) and the bracelet. I called to follow up on the bracelet and was informed it would cost $80.00 to repair. While I thought that was high, I approved the estimate. At all times prior, I thought the staff was extremely pleasant. I had used Greco for other repairs in the past. I went to retrieve my items on September 08, 2026. When I went to pay for the bracelet, I was told that I owed $45.00 for the watches. I explained that I had paid for the watches. Not only did my sales person tell me that this was not possible, "because it was not their policy to pay for adjustments in advance," essentially calling me a liar, two of the other sales persons joined in the mix. I was essentially being called a thief in the presence of three other customers. One of the uninvolved women asked me if they could "play" the security footage from the date in question. Now I understand confusion, but this was over the top. She also told me, in the presence of other customers that she would bring out the owner. I informed them that certainly they could play the tape, and bring the owner out, but I inquired as to why I would come to pay for one order that was $80.00 and steal the $45.00 watch adjustment. I was completely and totally mortified in the presence of other customers. I also had yet another watch to be adjusted and allowed them to do so. I reminded the sales clerk that there was only one jeweler there the day I dropped off the watches and that was the reason I had to leave them. After causing a scene and embarrassing me, I also told them that I am an attorney and had absolutely no intention of stealing $45.00 from them. It took three women, however, to speak to me loudly in front of other customers. I kept my cool, and I offered to pay for the watches again--and to allow them in good faith to view the security tape from the morning in question knowing that they are an honest business, I said that "I am sure you will refund me after the review and call me to refund my money. " After I reminded the woman that they were down one jeweler the morning in question, she said "well that could have happened but it is not our policy and I don't want to argue with you." Again, in front of a store filled with people. I looked at my receipts. The one from the alleged stolen watches was marked "done" on my copy, The other was not on my copy. I certainly understand that these things can happen, but it was a disgraceful manner in which to treat a customer in the presence of others. There was literally NO reason for the other two women who were not involved, to chime in from across the room to imply that I was attempting to steal $45.00. I also had a receipt in my hand that said "done" obviously because it had been paid. Why would that have been written on my copy? I also think my offer to pay -- yet again--subject to their review of the tape, speaks volumes as to my integrity. I cannot state more emphatically that this was a very embarrassing and uncalled for experience. I hope the owner reviews the security footage from the morning in question and has the decency to call me with an apology,. I further hope he schools the people who work there as to how to handle situations rather than allowing the uncalled for behavior to which I experienced. I usually do not YELP unless I have something positive to say, however, this experience was over the top. I will be spreading the word in my community and to anyone I know. Shameful experience and customer treatment.

I acquired a cuckoo clock and took it to Greco Jewelers and Clock Shop because it wasn't working…read more Upon entering, I was greeted warmly by an employee who explained the repair process and potential costs. I left feeling confident that the clock would be working when the work was done. When I received the call to pick up the clock, I was thrilled. The cuckoo clock functioned flawlessly and has been working perfectly ever since, all thanks to Greco Jewelers and Clock Shop! I highly recommend their services.

I went to buy a christening dress for my granddaughter and didn't realize I needed an appointment…read more.The store was closed I called the number on the door and the owner of the store went out of her way to meet me and open her store ..She said she was in her way out but would meet us in half hour at the store..She was very helpful and as sweet as can be ..I don't know her personally but would highly recommend her store How many store owners today go out of their way like she did

Always a great place! Unfortunately, it's no longer here and we all miss it dearly! Lots of…read morememories flipping through the novelties with my dad!

What makes this souvenir store different is that it has a wider selection compared to the other…read morelocal outposts. Plenty of paraphilia, gag toys, homemade soaps. Theres a clever sign in the corner upstairs.

They always have great sweats and comfy clothes at the right price point! Picked up a pair of…read moresweatpants today for when it gets a little chilly at night!

Was here on vacation. Saw your horrible political opinions in the window. Wouldn't step inside your…read morestore and give you a dime of my liberal money. You should keep your political opinions to yourself as you are probably losing more than half of the business you should have. Can't imagine having to pay such high expenses and yet alienating more than half of my customers.

There are many lovely places to shop in LBI, esp Bay Village but I manage to buy something every…read moreyear at this cute little store. All t he people that have worked here over the years have been helpful, nice, friendly and courteous. I never fail to find a little something for my girls here. Mostly having jewelry they really have something for everyone. Good stop.