I love browsing and occasionally buying at Grounded. They have an amazing selection of well…read moredesigned products with a modern, contemporary style across many categories, from furniture to small leather goods to desirable accessories. It's obvious that they are very selective about what they carry because the entire store is full of desirable and contemporary items.

Grounded is a sweet store!!! You can go in there a dozen times and still discover cute things you…read morehaven't seen before. Grounded sells everything for the home, and office, for all budgets. We actually used the store owner, Juli, for interior design of our complete remodel. She has vast experience in furniture, space planning, and all the current design trends. We also had her select all paint colors, lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures, flooring, tile, you name it if it was a textile or a color she was selecting it. Juli uses her vast network of suppliers and passes along her discount pricing to her clients. We interviewed several interior designers before meeting and selecting Juli, and we highly recommend her for your interior design needs!!!

I absolutely love this boutique! They have the cutest outfits. Everything is so stylish, on trend,…read moreand reasonably priced. While there are a few higher-end pieces, it's definitely not your average overpriced boutique. Their clothes, accessories, and even the home goods are adorable and thoughtfully curated. Sophie, the owner, is so sweet, friendly, and genuinely personable; she makes the shopping experience even better. 10/10 would recommend Salt Culture!

i was with my aunt and cousin last week and we stumbled upon this little shop. i thought it seemed…read morecute, we walked in the ac was running and it seemed like a nice place. while the clothes weren't my personal interest, i thought it seemed great for others. my aunt was taking photos of the place, just like 1-4 ish as she loves that type of stuff. when we walked into the room where the cashier was, she saw my aunt take a photo of the hats or something. with an angry voice and demeanor, she asked "are you taking a video?!?", she replied "no" but the cashier continued and said "are- are you sure!?!" and my aunt about to lose her temper calmed down and said "no, i was just taking a couple pictures of the place" and the cashier still seemed a bit annoyed but continued to do her errand or whatever. this quite shocked me and while i understand that perhaps the cashier who i later found out (i believe!) was the owner or co-owner most likely didn't want a video of herself i feel like she could've handled the situation differently. either way i also read the reviews of this place the second we walked out and realized the main problem of the place is its customer service and support. and that's pretty much the foundation of a business. how you treat your customers. have a good day God bless

Bliss 101 is a beautiful shop, and I still treasure a pair of earrings I once found there made by a…read morelocal artist. Every visit feels inspiring with something new to discover. The artwork, home decor, and gifts are thoughtfully curated, and the staff are warm and welcoming. I never leave empty-handed and can't wait to go back.'

Love this store, the art and the abundances of original pieces that this store offers. .read more

I've been coming to Coast Highway Trading Co. for the past couple of years, and it's easily one of…read moremy favorite places to shop in the area. A couple of my friends work here, so I've gotten to see firsthand how much care goes into making the store such a great experience. One of the things I appreciate most is how well organized everything is. It makes browsing really enjoyable instead of overwhelming. They have an amazing selection of souvenirs, and I always end up finding something unique that I wouldn't see anywhere else. I especially love their sterling silver turquoise jewelry. It's beautiful, high quality, and feels really special. Their California and San Diego customized items are also a standout and make perfect gifts, whether you're shopping for someone visiting or sending something out of state. I also want to give a special shoutout to Annaliese, who consistently goes above and beyond. She's always friendly, helpful, and genuinely makes the shopping experience even better. Overall, Coast Highway Trading Co. is a must visit if you're looking for thoughtful gifts or something a little different. I'll definitely keep coming back!

I was here again on Wednesday, 6/3/26 and bf bought me 2 cute necklaces on sale. One is a turtle…read moreand the other is a heart. Such a deal and they are super cute. I love all the beach art here and it's a great place to shop!

Swenyo, derived from sueño literally translates to "dream" in English. Maybe they spelled it…read morephonetically with a Y so that the lazy customers pronounce correctly? As would be expected based on their name, this cute store in downtown Encinitas sells bedding at the heart of it's product line. They also carry furniture, art and lighting from around the globe. A modernist style reminiscent of German Bauhaus design spans their shelves. Clean lines, high contrast color and minimal details take away the clutter. Less is more is always fashionable! This fairly new store in Encinitas seems to have odd hours - or maybe I just stopped by during a sueño?

Love this creative store. Great friendly and knowledgeable people are there to help, been going for…read more20 years. Never been disappointed

Absolutely LOVE all the creative opportunities found in this shop as well as the fun staff! Signed…read moreup for the monthly membership box and enjoy all of the inspiration!

This is my favorite shop when I drive up the coast. There are all kinds of gifts and knickknacks…read moreand you never know what you're going to find. I found this cute bell and just had to get it since I was a teacher. The symbols on it served as inspiration for a tattoo so again, you never know what you'll find there. I love their matchboxes and it gets me excited to go in there and see if there's a new design. I have quite the collection of their matchboxes. They ladies at the desk are very quick to answer questions, great customer services. Definitely recommend stopping in.

I love SoulScape and always stop by and browse when I'm in Encinitas! They have beautiful healing…read morecrystals along with greeting cards and incense which makes the store smell so good! The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly and I can't wait to come back and shop!! A+++

I was looking for a gift shop with a little more authenticity than just having typical city-themed…read moremagnets and such, and the name "Art N Soul" seemed to be exactly what I wanted! I was sold after previewing a few of the photos on the website- handmade candles, trinket bowls made with CA sand, and beautiful jewelry. The shop had everything I had seen online and so much more! Friendly service, high-quality items, and a great variety. Beautiful vibes! And now that I've read more about their mission of supporting local artists and non-profits, I love them even more

I finally got to check this amazing store out...they have interesting hours...very Encinitas of…read morethem! They support local artists and really care about supporting the local art scene so when you walking down 101, make sure you stop in here! The owner, Cindy, is a fascinating, wonderful woman. It took me three tries to get to the store but when I got there and she was about to close, she stayed longer to make sure I could check out the entire store. They have everything from jewelry to photography to canvases and clothing. Anything you can think of, you should check it out! I really loved this place and would definitely bring my friends and families there!

The cutest bunny cafe around!…read more I absolutely love this adorable bunny café. The whole place is incredibly cute, and the bunnies are just the sweetest babies. The drinks were delicious, and the pastries were yummy too! It's such a fun and unique experience, especially if you love animals. Definitely a must-visit for a cozy, cute, and memorable outing. I recommend signing up in advance to pet the bunnies as the wait can be very long. I will definitely be back.

Came in for a coffee, accidentally enrolled in a masterclass on How Not to Order Coffee…read more I ordered a cappuccino and asked for it iced. Apparently this was a deeply offensive request, because I was immediately informed, "So really you just want a short latte," followed by a staff discussion about how people don't know how to order coffee. Then, while I was simply standing there waiting for the drink I had paid for, they started making comments about me waiting. Truly fascinating. I didn't realize there was also a correct and incorrect way to stand near a coffee counter. Eventually they wrote "cap" on my cup and called it out, so I grabbed it and said, "Thanks for my short latte." For a place serving coffee, they somehow managed to make ordering one feel like an oral exam I had failed. If you enjoy being lightly bullied by your barista over espresso terminology, this may be your spot. I personally will be getting my incorrectly named beverages elsewhere.

I'm obsessed with this store! So so lucky now that I no longer live in California that at least I…read morecan shop online! AMAZING STORE! Here are some of the highlights in my shopping cart currently: - mesa necklaces - figaro toggle clasp necklace - birdie xyclophone

Okay, you know those gift shops that seem like they're going to be so fun and look so cute, but…read moreonce you go in there's nothing that you truly want that badly? This is not one of those gift shops. I had to stop myself before I bought the whole store. The curation of handmade pottery, clothing, decor and other gifts was so beautiful and unique -- I haven't seen any other stores with the items they carry. I ended up buying gifts for people 2-3 months in advance of their birthdays because I couldn't resist!! This is going to be my first stop for gifts (including for myself, oops) in SD from now on.