Richmond Shopping

Great for Gifts

1. Jenny K

This is one of my favouritest gift-y stores in the Bay Area.  I work right by here, but even if I change jobs in the future, it would be worth making the trip to El Cerrito to find great gifts...

2. The Treehouse Green…

Neighborhood: Claremont

Love that it's "green" and additionally, it's a great place to find a gift and they have a really nice jewelry selection.  Very helpful and friendly staff....

3. The Gardener

Great place to check out for a gift.   Always have unique small items.   Not for everyone's budget but hey, it's free to look!...

4. Juniper Tree…

Great, fun store with all kinds of great-smelling and really interesting girly gifts.  Staff is great and prices are reasonable.  Parking can be tricky, so try around the corner (Parker Street) near...

5. Trove

note cards and books as well.  It's a great place for wedding gifts or other kinds of gifts.  My biggest frustration when I come here is that I don't have room in my house for all the things I like...

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1. Stonemountain and…

Since classes in Berkeley are ending for me and because I was procrastinating studying for finals, I really wanted to find a replacement for S&D, the place who's mere selection of cotton prints...

2. Comic Relief

Neighborhood: Downtown

here.  But the huge (and diverse) selection kept me plenty busy.    The staff was very pleasant and helpful, and I even found a few new titles.  Keep up the good work!...

3. Berkeley…

Neighborhood: North Berkeley

gardens.  But when it comes to buying plants I often go elsewhere.  Sorry.  :(    I do buy from Berkeley Hort but it's not as often as I'd like.  They do have a better selection for unique things, so...

4. Pegasus & Pendragon…

Neighborhood: Downtown

you do? Go to Pegasus! Cool sale books, okay used books, but AWESOME AWESOME magazine selection--you get more than just your average Men's Health, Vogue, People, Life and Style glossies. Flaunt...

5. Reel Video

Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

LARGEST, MOST AMAZING SELECTION I'VE EVER SEEN! THE MOST KNOWLEDGEABLE MOVIE STAFF!  Want a hot, new release that's been all rented out at every other rental place? They have it in stock.  Want...

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