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February 2024 by Food Rev
Judgmental and rude staff. You will be judged from the moment you walk in the door. You could have a millions of dollars to spend, but if you don’t “look the part” then it won’t matter. Your greeting and the service provided to you will depend on how you look. I have tried to visit this store multiple times to give it a chance but each time I’m served with nasty looks directed my way, snarky comments, and just and overall unwelcoming feeling directed from staff.The items in the store are cute and can all be found else where, some are from larger companies and other smaller companies. I would much rather support those companies directly and likely receive a better service where my business feels welcomed and where my worth isn’t judged based on appearance.When I came online to look to see if others had the same experience, I was shocked to see none on Google. But at last I found others who had similar issues. Peep yelp for more reviews.
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December 2023 by Amanda P
So glad I found this place.I came here to buy a Japanese knife. They have many to choose from. The staff are friendly and helpful.Shop local!
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December 2023 by Amanda Lipson
The owners of this shop are a lovely married couple that are extremely knowledgeable about their products. They have a great selection of knives and other household items. We've bought knives, dinnerware sets, and kitchen gadgets here, all of which were great quality. They've also got a good rewards program.
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July 2023 by Hunter Celio
The staff are always ultra friendly, knife sharpening is a deal for the professional job they do, and a fun place to browse even if you aren't in the market for kitchen items.
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May 2023 by Heba
A great selection of Boston themed and non-Boston themed kitchen gadgets. Fun, ideas but a little expensive.
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April 2023 by Julie H.
Wonderful team at this adorable shop, with a great selection of things for my kitchen, gifts, and goodies. I'll definitely be back
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December 2022 by Tom McManus
Good selection of kitchenware akin to what you would find at Williams Sonoma but with the Boston markup. They have a very good selection of knives and allow you to test them. It would be nice to see more of a focus on supplying items that are not Chinese made
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December 2022 by Megan H.
Stopped in here while walking through Beacon Street area - super cute items, but the owner was unfortunately incredibly rude to multiple customers. Would not return.
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November 2022 by Janet Pan
Oh my goodness- everyone at Blackstone’s is wonderful and they have such fun and beautiful things. I went in yesterday while pushing a stroller and they went out of their way to help me while I picked up a few gifts. Always love stopping in here!
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October 2022 by Ada Brown
Cute shop with so many things I would have liked to have taken home with me. Very friendly staff. If you are in Boston take the time to stop in you won't be disappointed.
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September 2022 by Katie
I regret supporting this business because they oppose safe bike infrastructure. I will not give them my business again.
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July 2022 by PR Even
This is a very friendly place to shop and get your kitchen knives sharpened. I have been there many times. Today I was in to leave a couple of knives and also was able to buy THE perfect pitcher to make a sangria!
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July 2022 by Judy Stitt
I arrived quite late on a Saturday- within 30 minutes of their closing time. I’d called earlier that afternoon to inquire, and the proprietor said they even try to sharpen knives the same day, especially if there is just one knife. I arrived so late that I wasn’t expecting any such service… but the proprietor did not complain a whit- he only very graciously took my knife to sharpen (for a reasonable price), then wrapped it in a cardboard sheaf for greater safety on my trip home.While there at the shop, I took the opportunity to purchase a second paring knife (for friends to use, since they sometimes offer to help prepare a meal while visiting). And then Blackstone’s proprietors gave me some suggestions of where I might like to celebrate my unexpectedly productive and pleasant late afternoon with a dinner out (which is likewise lovely, btw!).I would just want to correct any listing online that states Blackstone’s offers classes: They apparently haven’t for the past year or so, due to COVID concerns, I learned today, and the proprietor said they don’t have a kitchen on the premises. So that info just needs to be corrected (at least, for mid-summer 2022).
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July 2022 by Judith S.
I arrived quite late on a Saturday- within 30 minutes of their closing time. I'd called earlier that day to inquire, and the proprietor said they even try to sharpen knives the same day, especially if a customer has brought just one knife. I arrived so late that I wasn't expecting any such service... but the proprietor did not complain a whit--he very graciously took my knife to sharpen (for a reasonable price), then wrapped it in a cardboard sheaf for greater safety on my trip home. While there at the shop, I took the opportunity to purchase a second paring knife (for friends to use, as some have offered to help prepare a meal while visiting...but I'd had only one paring knife). Then Blackstone's proprietors offered some suggestions of where I might like to celebrate my unexpectedly productive and pleasant late afternoon with a dinner out (which is likewise very lovely, btw!). I'd just want to correct any listing online that states Blackstone's offers classes: They apparently haven't for the past year or so, due to COVID concerns, I learned today, and the proprietor said they don't have a kitchen on the premises. So, that info just needs to be corrected (at least, for mid-summer 2022).
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July 2022 by Heidi S.
This staple in Beacon Hill is such a gem. It's nice to be able to pop in and find what you need for your kitchen and they even have nice hostess/birthday gifts too. Brought my knives in to be sharpened. Quick turnaround and reasonable prices.
