What cool place! Lots of booths with lots to offer! I was greeted when I walked in and the booths…read morehad anything from food items like baked goods to refrigerated premade foods, clothing, lots of nautical goods, indoor outdoor items just a lot to see. The staff walked around making sure everyone was finding what they looked for. Family friendly.. had items for kids too.. bright, colorful and you took items up front to register when you are ready!! Great place to walk thru

This place has remained so consistently great in the 25 years it has been open. When I walked in…read moretoday, every employee was dressed up in dim Christmas attire and super friendly. It seemed they like really love working there. I picked up a Cape Fear rum cake because they are unbelievably good. The store is so clean and you can find something for everyone. Not to mention that they do wrapping for free!

Unique gift shop if you need something special . Great hostess gift if you need one. Pleasant…read morepeople in the shop. Very helpful.

Similar to lululemon, this place is a disaster... If you're a guy like me with a wife like mine who…read morelikes nice things. Knick-knacks, china, candlesticks, candles, gifts, and beach-appropriate decorating items like a bottle opener ship's wheel (my favorite; perhaps not classy). They also have 2-3 places for me/you to sit while your wife shops. Very important. Also money for finding your mother-in-law a gift.

I was in the area shopping and because of the reviews, I was hesitant to go in to check out . They…read morehad cute dresses that are different styles and designs, I thought it was cute , some fashion jewelry was ok, but I did find a bracelet that I liked and purchase,. It's small business and losing profit on return items.

I absolutely love this store, they have everything and I've have shopped here several times. Today…read moreI was here with my 6yr old granddaughter and we were spending several hundred dollars. Here is the issue I had today is that my granddaughter had to use the bathroom and they absolutely refused to let her use their employee restrooms. I would think they could have made an exception when it was an emergency and we were spending a LOT of money here. I'll have to rethink going here from now on.

This is a kitschy local artist shop in a nice shopping center. I was brought in by a local friend…read morewho is particularly art savvy and interested. There is everything from handmade jewelry to figures, paintings, pottery, photography printed large, t-shirts, sports team logo emblazoned memorabilia and catnip toys for your cat. That's just a smattering of what they have. This being art, you can imagine the prices range broadly depending on what you're wanting. Larger items can be several hundred dollars while I saw smaller items down to just a few bucks. Staff was friendly and helpful. The store itself is in what used to be an old bar/restaurant. It has an almost rustic feel to it, although I don't believe the building is truly all that old. If you find yourself in this area you should give it a look.

Booked a "Paint Your Pet" session with my husband and our friends. The entire process was seamless…read more- I booked online and emailed a few photos of our dogs to the email address provided on the booking page. I received an email response confirming the photos were received. We showed up about 10 minutes before our event was scheduled, and were greeted by our expert painter and shown the canvas with photos of our dogs. We were given paint colors for our background (whatever we chose) and the appropriate base colors for our dogs. What initially seemed like an intimidating process turned out to be a lot of fun and was surprisingly easy - we think our photos turned out to look amazingly like our pets! As a bonus, our instructor was AMAZING and we really enjoyed her company and were grateful for her reassurances throughout the evening. We will definitely be coming back to do more of these events!

Nothing funny about the awesome quality and customer service! Unless you have zero sense of humor,…read moreyou are pretty much guaranteed to find something from The Peppermill Shop to make you laugh. I have purchased 5 shirts and 2 sets of magnets now. The quality of each item has been great! I had special requests for the owner, Kelly, and she was excellent in her communication and willingness to help. I'll definitely buy from this shop again!

Illustration meets food puns! Think "I don't carrot all" or "No need to tell me...I oregano." All…read moreof of the original characters make their first appearance in painting form on 1/4" Sande wood tiles. I first saw this quirky food art hanging in Flytrap brewery and I kept thinking they would make wonderful gifts.The paintings are "ready to hang" with eye hooks, picture wire, and simplex wire clamps, giving them a light industrial feel. From there, 5x7 prints are made from line drawings done by hand, which are then cleaned up with Photoshop (which is also use for color addition). These files are used for printing heat-press decals for use on canvas tote bags, t shirts, and onesies, which we press individually in the home shop. They are also used for making 1" magnets and pins, which we are also made locally. Tip: You can buy some of the really funny and semi-explicit greeting cards downtown at Edge of Urge

Grinders is a local coffee shop that has a slightly alternative, counter culture, artsy feel. The…read moremusic varies and today included George Michael and David Bowie. The customer service is excellent and the baristas have gotten to know me and provide recommendations for new things to try based on what I have had in the past. The shakes, iced coffee, and lotus energy drinks are great. The shop provides seating outside and inside. There is one bathroom that is kept clean. Overall, the shop is very clean. Iced coffee and regular refills are $0.50. The baristas have made an effort for me to know their names, as well and many have helped create a great environment through great conversations. The only note, which many customers would likely agree, is that the aesthetically pleasing menu can be a bit overwhelming at first glance due to the many options. But, once you take it in, you can find what you are looking for to order. If you can't, the baristas will be happy to help make something that is amazing for you. There is also a roll the dice game that helps create a beverage for you, as well. All in all, Grinders is a great place to get caffeinated, socialize with others, and get work done.

Really disappointing experience at Grinders Coffee. The coffee itself was poor quality, and I was…read moresurprised they didn't offer any homemade syrups. My drink had to be remade twice, and instead of showing any sense of urgency, several employees were laughing and giggling while we waited, which came across as very unprofessional. I will say the person who took our order was nice and pleasant, and I appreciated that. Unfortunately, the overall service and coffee quality were not what I expected from a local coffee shop. There are definitely better coffee options in Wilmington.

We were looking for some nice souvenirs from North Carolina and were so glad we stopped here! We…read morefound the perfect keepsakes--a magnet and a Christmas tree ornament--that will always remind us of our trip. The shop has a fun variety of items, from unique gifts to classic souvenirs, so there's something for everyone to enjoy. The staff were also incredibly kind, friendly, and welcoming, which made the experience even better. A great little spot to pick up something special while visiting NC--highly recommend!

This was the best beach shop I've been to and I don't think I'd go anywhere else. Prices were…read moredecent. Clothing items had good quality and weren't all the cheaply made things. Employee was so friendly and kind and we talked for a bit. Felt like we had a new friend when we left. It was also right on the beach and pier and was perfect location to stop and enjoy the evening!

Husband and wife run this shop and they are absolutely wonderful. Try the caramels! Very helpful…read moreand knowledgeable folks with an excellent selection of products.

I have been a customer of Althea's for 6 years and have spent way too much money there (they fuel…read moremy shopping addiction. I could not imagine going somewhere else. They keep a wide selection of goods that they know ample about. For a mom and pop shop, the value is incredible. They are honest and good people. I also love how their coworkers are their dogs. Sometimes I go in just to make my mood better. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my goodies or hippie needs.