I've never had cold foam and I honestly wasn't going to try it because I tend to just stick with my…read moresame order, but my sister URGED me to try and HOT DANG! The cold foam is SOOO good! I got an iced vanilla oat milk latter with vanilla cold foam and it was delightful! It's like a dollop of cool whip on top. And the espresso was just right! Yummmm! Nice setting too!

Was looking for a cute café to do school work in and periwink delivered‍! I got the churro chai and…read moreit was so cute and sooo good. It even came with a shot of espresso, perfect to give me more energy to do work. The croissant, however, was pretty lacking both in texture and look. The croissant is not flaky and it is rather small. Service was incredible though. The person taking my order was enthusiastic and welcoming. The barista making my order was quick and it tasted so good. All in all the café is a super cute and effective environment for work with good coffee to treat yourself.

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 have to give a SHOUT OUT to Pam from Crabby Chic for OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE! I purchased a…read morebeautiful original piece of coastal art in the store 3 years ago. I wanted a companion piece. Pam went out of her way to locate the artist and help me make my dream come true. This is not your "snooty" botique, this is an example of how all botiques should be run. I love my table lamp and vases and books that I have purchased there. It is my go to shop for wonderful gifts that are sure to please. Thank you Pam! Theresa

Nice shop but the customer service is awful. The ladies working there are so rude and have such a…read morebad attitude. Despite being a regular customer since the day they opened they gave me such a hard time when I tried to return something that was defective. I'll never go back. Lots of other gift stores around with better customer service.

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.

I so enjoyed shopping at this store. It is a collection of multiple vendors who sell a variety of…read moreproducts. I spent easily more than an hour here browsing through everything. I like to find unique items that aren't available at other places & this fits the bill. In addition to gift items that are non-perishable they have food items such as cookies & other treats. I will definitely stop by here the next time I'm in Wilmington.

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

The Cotton Exchange holds a lot of history in its eight 19th-century buildings. Each of the eight…read morebrick buildings originally served a different industrial purpose. For instance, the Sprunt building started as a flour mill and a hominy mill. The structure was renovated in 1919 and became the central trading office for cotton bales, eventually growing into one of the world's largest and busiest cotton-exporting companies. The bales left the Cape Fear River port's docks to be shipped directly to England, Europe, and other parts of the United States, and remained fully operational until 1950. After the shipping port declined, the complex was abandoned and deteriorated to the point that it was scheduled for complete demolition. Fortunately, local developers stepped in to save the buildings, preserving the original architecture, heart pine beams, and exposed brickwork. The marketplace officially opened in 1976. It was the very first successful "adaptive reuse" historic preservation project in the state. Today, the Cotton Exchange is a wonderful, bustling mixture of locally owned restaurants and specialty shops. While exploring the multi-level halls, I really enjoyed viewing the built-in hallway exhibits filled with vintage photographs, educational storyboards, and antique tools tracing the complex's port history. I have since learned of a few treasures I missed while visiting, so I am already planning a return trip to find the rest and explicitly check out the Wilmington Walk of Fame installation out in the courtyards! It is a fantastic destination for exploring downtown, offering a large parking lot where merchants will validate your parking ticket with a purchase.

Didn't really see any shops that interested me here. Of those I did stop into, the people were…read morefriendly, but the prices were a bit overboard. And I was surprise with the lack of local goods (eg olive oil place is all imported but no info on the labels). I parked in their lot because I figured I would easily find something I'd like, support local, and validate my parking. Probably could have enjoyed a light meal here but not my kind of place - too tourist trappy.

This is really hard to write without sounding incredibaly cutesy, but . . . . This place is…read moreadorable! The outside entrance is flanked by flowers and decorative bikes, one of which is being ridden by a gigantic ant. Upon entering, one is greeted by a cacophony of sights and colors. There is an abundance of unique gift items, stationary, cards and just way too cute tchotchkes. They carry Papyrus cards (my favorite) and I was able to find a perfect one for a relative's birthday. I was also able to pick up a great gift, perfect for my birthday boy. This lovely shop is located in the historic area of downtown Huntington in a repurposed old building. There is plenty of parking available on the street or in the nearby parking garage. If I lived here, I would be here ALL the time.

We are here at the beach in Wilmington, NC for a few weeks. We packed clothes for the beach but…read morenot stationary. We found ourselves needing to write a 'thank you' note. We needed to get the note in the mail quickly. While searching for a stationary store, I came across MUG and PIA. I spoke to Kim on the phone. She was helpful, courteous and accommodating. She even offered to personalize the cards in a very timely manner. MUG and PIA exceeded our expectations!! Kindness goes a long way! Thank you!!

This could possibly be my new favorite store. The owner Starr is amazing and really knows how to…read moremake a unique store. There is so much fun stuff that I have not seen anywhere else. They have an air plant section, some of the funniest candles I ever saw, clothing, some spiritual stuff, and so much more. It is beautifully decorated and the staff are great! This is a place to come to buy a gift for someone that has everything.

Leah you rock your shop is awesome you are awesome and I will be back for plenty more business keep…read moreup the amazing job what great gifts you have

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.

They have a really great selection and knowledgeable staff! Kelsey is amazing! We bought a…read morebeautiful loveseat and ottoman for our new home and are so glad we chose DFG.

This was the 3rd time using DFG and each time was great. Kelsey was very professional and helpful…read more They delivered as promised and removed all the trash. In a time of less and less customer service they excel. I would recommend to family and friends.