“E.C. Pops is an absolute must-stop! You guys, from the moment we walked in, Lance and the whole team made us feel like old friends. We’re visiting from Nebraska, and they went out of their way to share Baltimore’s history, point us toward amazing food, and recommend the best places to explore. The shop itself is full of unique and beautiful pieces that honestly capture the fun of Baltimore, but what makes it truly special is how kind and welcoming everyone is. Such a fun, memorable stop, we can’t wait to come back again!! ???”
“Love the Mr. Trash Wheel shirt!!! Shipping was ridiculously fast (note: we do live in the baltimore area so that may have helped). They even followed up to make sure i was satisfied with the order. Great service, amazing shirt! Will look to order again from them for sure.”
“Cool shop with all sorts of intriguing weird one-of-a-kind trinkets. Excellent customer service too- wanted to make a bracelet w/ lil' tiny bones and teeth and such- did some custom drilling on selected stock bones/teeth to make them thread-ready.”
“Recently, I was searching for local businesses with ethical practices that offer vegan products in sustainable packaging. Imagine my absolute *glee* when I found Mt. Royal Soaps! So far, everything we've tried has been lovely. Special shout-out to the Essential Cream; *finally*, the perfect remedy for my winter hands! (And also every day of the year :-D)
There are so many thoughtful and caring details woven throughout Mt. Royal Soaps' business practices, and their principles and community-mindedness are inspiring. Plus, even when an order went MIA, they were highly responsive and immediately replaced it - great customer care!
I'm delighted to support them moving forward, and excited to try their workshops as well. The absolute icing on the MRS cake is that they have a couple of cats on staff - LOVE <3
Mt. Royal Soaps, thank you for doing what you do, and please keep up the good work!”
“My favorite Japanese gift store in all of DMV area. Been to many Japanese gift stores from Richmond, Va to D.C. to Rockville, MD and this place sells unique gifts that others do not. It’s a bit of a drive from Virginia but we’ll worth it because the location of this store is in an old part of Ellicott so it is fun to look at other stores as well.”
“The absolute best gift shop of any kind, anywhere in at least the continental US. I feel pretty confident about that. Anyway amazing, magical, mystical, surprising, and for purchase (that last being the only real differentiator between the gift shop and the museum itself). Run, don't walk and all that.”
“a wonderful, beautiful store. Educate you what’s happening around the world and inspires you..
It must come in and see of all the unique and beautiful items that they sell.”
“Always extremely warm and friendly ! Always ready to help and assist anyone in need ! I I have been an avid shopper of them for years ! Everything they have is high quality !”
10AM - 5PM
1634 Thames St, Baltimore
Gift Shops
“My wife and I went here for the first time back in January of this year and found a beautiful, colorful and handmade/painted clock (picture of clock hanging in our house attached) by an artist from Massachusetts! Because someone else purchased the one she had in her shop the same day we were there in early January, we had to wait until she got a new one in and it came in Monday of this week. We went to pick it up today. We just love it! The owner of the store couldn't have been nicer thru the whole purchase of the clock. Her shop also has many other unique and artistic items for sale including another clock like the one we just purchased. We will be back!”
“I had an extremely pleasant experience at this location. The employees were attentive and helpful. In particular, Jaylen was very kind, informative and personable. I would highly recommend this store.”
“I love shopping there. It's small with great customer service. There is a nice variety of gifts. I always seem to find the perfect item... which they always wrap so beautifully. The candy is delicious as well. Try the boardwalk chocolate!!! Took as a hostess gift and it was gone in no time!”
“I highly recommend this store to anyone who is looking for great pop culture merchandise for a gift or to treat yourself. This store was very clean and well organized I believe in large part to the great management of Nyrie (I hope I spelled it correctly). She was very hospitable during our visit and helped us find everything we needed as well as offered great recommendations regarding current sales and promotions. This is the second or third different BoxLunch I have been to and overall they seem to be staffed with great people who value customer service. I will definitely be back and look forward to more pleasant shopping experiences in the future. Thanks again Nyrie for making our visit memorable.”
“A friend recommended Bee Inspired so I decided to check them out. I ordered some of the Summer Royal Honey, and what a treat! I've been enjoying spooning it over my veggie sides, and it's so good. Plus, knowing it's from a small biz helping out the bees? It makes me feel like I'm helping the bees too :) Can't wait to try the other flavors.”
“This is a Black woman-owned boutique and truly one of the highlights of my weekend in Baltimore. Pandora’s Box is such a beautiful space. The shop is bright, colorful, and full of personality. Every corner has something eye-catching, from jewelry and tote bags to greeting cards, candles, décor, socks, magnets, and so many fun and creative finds. It’s the kind of store where you walk in and instantly feel inspired.
I also had the chance to meet the owner, Mo, and she was incredible. Warm, welcoming, and full of good energy. Talking with her, you can hear the passion, creativity, and hard work she pours into her business. Many of the items are designed by her, which makes the boutique feel even more special and unique.
I ended up picking up a tote bag, a magnet, and some stickers, and could have easily left with even more. The entire experience felt intentional, personal, and memorable. Pandora’s Box is the type of small business you want to support again and again.
Whether you’re a local or visiting Baltimore, this boutique is absolutely worth the stop. I’ll definitely be returning the next time I’m in the city.”
“Literally love this store!! They recently hosted an Ateez listening party and it was genuinely SO fun and I met so many new friends! I hope they host more in the future <3”
“Today I received an amazing service from Michelle. She was very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I want to say thank you Michelle for your great services at 10:03 AM on April 2, 2025.”
“Whimsical and delightful and worth a visit. Some call it a magical place or a fairy store. I always encourage people to check it out. I buy myself something here every year for my birthday. I’ve been coming for about 20 years. They have things you would have a hard time finding elsewhere and some items are one of a kind. However, the owners can be grumpy or nice depending on their mood I guess. The store has changed very little over two decades with some items sitting in the exact same spot they always have been and it’s not as fun to keep going back because the stock doesn’t rotate much. But if you are looking for a fantasy or fairytale gift, or have a friend who likes mermaids, or somebody who would enjoy a unicorn shirt, this is a place you have to visit.”
“A hidden gem in Roland Park! There are so many cute and unique things to discover packed into one little shop. Best place to shop in all Baltimore. Gorgeous displays, unique gifts, local artists, garden items ; always a magical treat – especially during the holidays. Exceptional service. Incredible experience. Highly recommend!”
“The owner is extremely patient and friendly. Great customer service in a brick and mortar store is very rare. This was a refreshing experience. We will be back! I needed a logo for my son's suit for his youth group and it was completed perfectly.”
“Every single item at this store is curated with a focus on quality craftsmanship and artistry. The owner took the time to walk through her inventory and helped me pick out the perfect gift for a bridal shower.”
“The shop is filled with beautiful & well crafted mosaic art and jewelry by proprietor Gail Rosen and artworks by others. Gail also sells a large selection of interesting and often visually stunning crystals, rocks, towers, fossils, and stone carvings.
I've bought many things from Andamento over the past year, including small mosaics, accent lamps, goddess figures, and gorgeous polished stones. And I just picked up from Gail a commission she made for me for a traditional yin/yang symbol made of black and white glass tesserae. I love it!”
“The cutest store! They have so many amazing unique home finds. Perfect place to find gifts for friends and family that they will actually love. Very friendly and helpful staff! Could down hours looking through everything!”
“I love all the little trinkets you could buy here. There's something for everyone. Simple things like soap and candles, a whole section of toys and activities for kids (some are art-themed and/or educational), artsy jewelry (expensive), some clothing items (the t-shirts are very soft!), postcards and posters, mugs ---- just all sorts of stuff. The downside: you'll probably end up spending money ;) In general, it's a feel-good atmosphere, bright lighting, and artsy people.”
“I went to The Gift Shop on their opening morning, and could not be happier with how cute, fun, and perfect this shop is! The owners were also super giving and sweet and gave the first 50 shoppers a swag bag, as well as free drinks and snacks. The colors of the store are fun and vibrant, and as usual, the clothes for purchase are stylish, the accessories are wonderful and hilarious, and the quality of everything is great. I cannot wait to regularly shop here for myself and others!”
“This is my first time ordering from this location and would definitely order from them again. Peter (the owner) went above and beyond to make sure my deliveries were safe and secure one of the people wasnt home. Outstanding customer service!!!!!”
“This shop is a must visit! The items sold are so unique. Whether you need a housewarming gift, baby gift, seasonal decorations, or just want a new outfit this is the place to go. You can tell how much time the owner puts into purchasing product because everything is adorable!!!”