Unley Shopping Centre is a decent sized suburban mall with two big supermarkets, speciality grocers…read moreand butchers as well as some clothing stores and eateries to mix it up a bit. The Centre is filled with high ceilings, natural light and is always kept clean and in great condition. Parking is ample and free and surprisingly spacious for a suburban carpark. I'm a fan of the variety in the centre and how it is a one stop shop for people on a mission.

One major plus point of Unley Shopping is the huge outdoor carpark and it's free!…read more Find your car a nice happy spot, and venture out to the centre for your groceries needs, postal, shoppings, grab a foot long sandwich, do your hair and even book that European flight at the travel agency- the centre's got it all. Venture even further to the surrounding areas. You'll find my favourite op shop Aggies, the Unley library, restaurants, and more recycled boutiques on the strip lanes of Unley Road. I enjoy coming here, plus if I want to venture further, I drive along Arthur St and find my way to Hyde Park. Another adventure awaits me....and another Yelp review.....

What an amazing find, Vinnies Parkside, Glen Osmond SA, this is far from your usual OpShop. On…read moreentering your eyes will light up, looks like a modern apartment store, with helpful staff wanting to assist you. There is such an assortment to look at. From men's and ladies, designer clothing, big range of smart footwear, lots of fashion accessories, kitchen ware, China, glass wear, books and the range just goes on. Every thing is well displayed, in a very presentable fashion, many items are new, yet the prices are extremely affordable. If you have never been to this Op Shop in my opinion it is well worth a visit.

This is a beautiful op shop. It's full of beautiful clothes, shoes, furniture, homewares, and joy…read more Prices are more than fair and the staff are lovely. Honestly, it feels like shopping in a boutique. I walked away the other day with two formal dresses (long and elegant) for under $40! I love being able to support great charity work and find great bargains. Will be one of my new regular op shops I think.

The Arkaba Shopping Centre is an unusual complex …read more It really caters for all your weekly shopping needs, however, it lacks something I can't put my finger on. It offers a full-size Woolworths, Australia Post, newsagent, cafe, chemist, hairdresser, butcher, fruit & vege, bakery, shoe repairer/key cutter, photo service and a Hearing Centre. It could be that given it's small size, there is no centre management. The new supermarket brings a greater number of customers to the centre, but it still feels under patronised. The centre really struggled while Woolworths spent six months in 2010 renovating the old Bilo/Coles site and extended into the Cheap as Chips store. It now has more parking and the interior has received a modern renovation. This is walking distance from me, so I'm here quite a bit. Unfortunately, I have heard Woolworths intentionally undercut the fresh fruit and veg, bucher chair and bakery. I wonder how long these places can service with this practice in place.

I'm with Rani here, the Arkaba is a little - soulless??? It's functional, it's never too busy or…read morecrowded, there's enough variety to the centre, but it just misses something. Let's look at that for a moment - I'm a Woolworths fan, although I did used to use it for the slightly different offering of the BiLo store that used to be there. The newsagency has a good range too, and I'm a sucker for a good newsagent - the cafe serves good, dependable food at a decent price and the bakery is downright cheap. I used to use the Post Office here 'cos it was never too busy, the butcher gave great service and I really liked the Chemist, too, quick and efficient, great range. I'd go out of my way to recommend the photo kiosk - preferred that in his own store but the kiosk works these days. Even the shoe guy is dependable, good at what he does and priced very fairly. There is plenty of parking, it's easy to get to, there's even some undercover parks - and the whole centre is air conditioned. OK, I *do* miss Cheap as Chips - that was my favourite store in the Cheap as Chips network and a definite drawcard for shopping at the centre, but it's not like I can't live without that... it just doesn't have something to draw me. In fact, that's it for me - it's lacking a draw card - I could go there and get anything I need - but there's lots of places I can get all that... what I don't get, at the Arkaba, is something I can't get anywhere else.

I used to make a special effort to get to this lovely op shop on the other side of town…read more Now I find their prices match the big commercial op shops so it's not worth bothering. If you live near by you can probably afford to shop there and they do often get quality stuff so it's worth checking out.

Run by Clayton-Wesley Uniting Church , all profits from the op shop goes to the local and…read moreinternational outreach programs. With a chapel-inspired shaped door, this op shop is fantastic with prices and good stock. Rows of wooden racks displaying women's clothing, men's clothing, kids clothing and vintage tops are aplenty. I spotted some pretty evening dress shoes, most going for under $10. Am sure most ladies can relate to how expensive shoes are nowadays. Expect to find lots of Mummy groups here as they dive into kids international brands, such as Pumpkin Patch, Esprit and Gap, all going for great prices. I spotted plenty of vintage furnitures and stunning bric a brac pieces. This has got to be one of the cheapest op shop in the city. Bring a bag or two to stock up at your next visit. Caution: Highly addictive!

The alternative shopping centre I use if I want to jump on a 100 bus (goes past here to my place)…read moreand you know, a change is as good as a holiday sometimes. I really like a couple of the food places here - they have a good green grocer, very nice cheap variety and crafts store where you can get glass beads and cheap party stuff like napkins and wrapping and toys and all sorts of odds and sods (that's on old saying). The supermarket is not bad, there's some seating inside if you are a bit puffed out and there are a few stores where you can get a feed if you need to. One of the things you may notice around here is there are more Africans, because there just happen to be quite a few living in the Anglicare accommodation around here. As yet that doesn't seem to have made any impact on what is for sale in the stores here, but eventually maybe it will. In the meantime, this is not a bad alternative to my usual shopping centre; I do like to mix it up a bit.

Westside Findon Shopping Centre is a gorgeous little set of shops with a very friendly atmosphere…read more There is a strong sense that everyone knows everyone else, and the shop assistants always smile and greet you and are happy to chat. It gives the place a great feeling. It follows the usual routine of local shopping centres - a supermarket, a green grocer, butcher, deli, newsagency, bakery, discount store, cafes, grog shop and some women's clothing stores. This sums up the shopping centres around this area. The only difference in this one is the atmosphere, the smaller size and the age of clientele, which appears to be quite a bit older than average. Lots of little oldies come in for a coffee and a piece of cake at the cafe, and to do a little shopping. The one clothing shop here is specifically for 'mature women', so that definitely says something. There is also a large Italian community in the area, and the deli caters very much for these, and you'll hear plenty of Italian flying about if you're nearby. Ahhh I love the sound of that language. The only downside of this centre is that because of the relaxed friendly vibe of the place, we often get some feral children screaming around. But you can get those anywhere I suppose.

Most days you'll find me hanging out in this "mall"…read more I add parentheses because it's not a) lit with fluorescent bulbs b) full of teenagers or c) packed with chain stores. In fact, it's a lovely open air thoroughfare lined with quaint / useful / delicious stuff. First there's the ALL DAY BREAKFAST at Uncle Albert's Cafe (I stand by the all caps excitement); then there's the local Coles, which I actually like and they know us there; then there's coffee and baked goods; gifts; magazines and books; and a travel agent if you want to book an impromptu trip to Paris while on a sugar high. Ahem. Yeah. Nice!

Norwood Mall is located just opposite Cibo's on the parade, right next to Dillon's. First of all,…read moreif you don't find a parking space on the side of the road, there's heaps at the back of Norwood Mall. There's a rather small Coles in here and a random mix of other shops like souvenir and gift shops, chocolate shops, a newsagents, a dry cleaner etc. My favourite place is the greengrocer right at the entrance (when you come to the Parade). They often have great deals and better prices than supermarkets, plus all their fruit and veggies are really fresh. If you continue walking you'll find a great fresh pasta shop on your left, followed by a nice little gift shop that sells things like candles, soaps, cards etc. Another tip is the newsagents in the middle of Norwood Mall; they usually have a large table outside with heaps of books that are hugely discounted. Worth having a look at!

Adelaide is blessed with a great market! We stayed two blocks away and so were able to take…read moreadvantage of the great offerings here. You'll get the best of local meat, dairy, seafood, wine and veg with knowledgeable vendors who are super passionate about Aussie goods. We tried Tuckshop for a cheap & delicious snack, Big Table for a filling breaker and grabbed charcuterie, cheese and wine from other stalls for a night in. In addition to local options, one of the cheesemongers had Epoisses which is my very favorite ever!! Don't miss it!

The most amazing market!! Every type of food vendor you can imagine!! From fresh fruits and…read morevegetables, to pastas, meats and seafood to bakeries, sandwiches and so much more!! A foodies heaven!! Can spend hours browsing and eating!!!! Really nice vendors!!!

This isn't your ordinary "browse and shop" experience. You have to work hard at the Gilles St…read moreMarket, but with a strong investment comes good returns. A pair of unused heels for $20 or scarves for $3.50, a faux fur vest for $20 and more keep me coming back here, plus the Four Seeds brownies and the days when Veggie Velo appear specially to cook me a burger for lunch. I'm not a good shopper at the best of times, but when I get overwhelmed by so many vintage and seconds dresses, wooly jumpers, cheap handmade jewellery and hardly worn shoes I tend to give up quicker than actually buying anything. My tips for the serious shopper? - Go late in the afternoon when the stalls start selling off stuff at $5 to $10 - Don't go with friends, you won't see them and can rarely fit 2 of you walking side by side down the isles - Work out the standard price of things and don't go over. This isn't the place for $55 jumpers when you can get $20-30 ones 3 stalls down. - Bring cash! Very few stalls (if any) have card facilities. Held every fortnight in summer and the once a month in winter, this is a wonderful place to come for a late Sunday afternoon shop and bargain hunt.

Cheap chic! I had…read morenot visited the market for awhile and was delighted that the quality and range appears to be better than ever. With all good intentions of shopping very specifically for a leather bag I managed to walk away with 2 bags, a pair of shoes, a scarf and a skirt. At this point I had to be reminded that I needed to pace myself! A wonderful array of new and used items at very competitive prices are sure to tempt even the fussiest. Why would anyone ever pay full retail? Gilles Street Market in a wonderfully friendly and relaxed environment which reminds us that a retail experience cannot be compared with on-line shopping. Sure there's the thrill of an on-line bargain but can you also get live music, a DJ and scrumptious food as well as friendly service, a bit of bargaining and a unique way to spend a Sunday? I don't think so and I'm obviously not the only one!! The only downer is that there could be more stalls selling to guys. There's an opportunity guys to make some quick cash - invest in a stall and clear out your wardrobes. Or for the enterprising better halves- raid the wardrobe on their behalf and split the cash!!

One Rundle Trading Company is a shopping experience. With gifts, furniture, books, pictures,…read moremirrors and a whole lot more on sale, there's always plenty to choose from. I often like to just browse through there to see what they have on offer. If you wander through to the back of store - and trust me its not a small space to wander through - you'll find a range of beautiful fashion pieces as well. All in all One Rundle Trading is an eclectic mix of beautiful things. I love the way the shop is set out with a Ladies Room and a Gents Room at the front of the store - and by that I don't mean toilets but rather rooms for of things specifically for men and women. There's also a children's room and a garden or outdoor room as well. They offer a Bridal Registry and an Interior Decorating service and best of all a free - yes free - picture hanging service. The space itself is massive and once served as a 1920's Melba Picture Theatre. Located in Stuart Road at Dulwich, I recommend wandering through on a Sunday afternoon to take in the sights. When you're in there, don't forget to look at the beautiful old ceilings - they're as gorgeous as many of the trinkets and pieces you will just fall in love with.

Holy Moly have you seen this place? It's like a Church but instead of praying to God rich people…read morepray to the stock market. I stepped through the front archway into a glittering, vast space full of chandeliers and hallways leading into more beautiful rooms. I avoided eye contact and didn't want to touch anything for fear they would tell me I'm too poor to shop here. The rear section is clothing, and the books and pictures around the area with words like DIOR and CHANEL hinted at the fact I couldn't grab a bargain for twenty bucks. But a pair of shorts for five hundred? Sure, pocket change for you brokers and people with old money. What beautiful homewares they have, gorgeous lamps and paintings and sculptures, the only consistency being no two things are alike and yes, you pretty much could close your eyes and point and find a gorgeous antique chest or a marble sculpture of a blackbird and want to take it home so bad you nearly weep. I will never look at Ikea the same again. This store is glorious and completely unattainable for the likes of me.

Queen Bee Linen is my mother's dream store. There are delicate printed cottons as far as the eye…read morecan see, purpose made to cover any and every home surface. You've got the empty spot, they've got the linen. Ideal for gifts for great aunts and grandmas, this shop is passionate about high quality, traditional linen. What caught my fancy the most were the boxes of beautiful handkerchiefs. I love hankies! There are also some very gorgeous cotton dressing gowns in pale pink and peach floral patterns. There is also of course a plethora of teatowels and tablecloths. Since I don't look like her ideal customer, the shop owner paid me no attention. So I didn't buy the hankies.

If you appreciate beauty and practicality in your home, this is the perfect store to come to…read more Cotton embroidered tea towels, lavender printed table linen, crisp bedsheets and cheeky printed bikini stitched on a cotton travel laundry bag are some of the products that caught my eye. They are exquisite, dreamy and delightfully pretty. There is no doubt that Ann, the proprietor has an eye for detail and beauty as the products carry these traits. Ann also stocks candle holders, I spotted a towering one with with intricate details; nightwear with brands from Louise Mitchell and French Country, rugs and cushions, toiletries and drawers liners and more. This is a perfect place to shop for gifts or even for yourself. After all, we do deserve a bit of chic and dreamy things in our house, don't we? So go ahead and treat yourself!