Phoenix in the winter is an amazing place to be and as always has a lot to offer. Like trying a new coffee shop. Or attending a holiday event. No matter what you’re looking for, there is always something that you can do. But with the holidays fast approaching, and the need to get the perfect holiday present is lingering on your mind. It can be hard to enjoy all the wintery goodness Phoenix has to offer. If you don’t know where to look for the perfect present, we’ve got you covered. With a list of some must-visit locally owned businesses in Phoenix.
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Plants
Do you have the plant obsessed friend that you always know what to get them, but aren’t sure where to go? Well, you’ll want to be stopping in at one, or all, of these amazing plant stores. You will find the best plant to meet all your friend’s wants.
- Dig It Gardens
- Jungle Box
- Pueblo
- Whitfill Nursery
- Plant Stand of Arizona
- Berridge Nurseries
Thrift Stores
If you are looking for something on a budget. Or you know that you aren’t going to be able to find that exact right gift, consider one of the amazing thrift stores to find the perfect option. Here you’ll find gently used items just waiting for a new life:
- The Capsule Thrift
- A-2-Z Thrift Store
- Blessingdales North Thrift Store
- Thrift to Thrive
- King Pigeon Thrift & Vintage
- Third Eye Thrift and Vintage
Toy Stores
If you’re looking for a gift for a child, then you’re going to want to check out some of these amazing locally owned toy stores you can find spread throughout Phoenix. You’ll find a huge selection of items all while getting the opportunity to keep business in your community:
- Toy Fiends
- Wildings Toy Boutique
- Polar Bear’s Pop Culture Shop
- Toy World
- The Toy Box
- Arcadia Toys
Bookstores
Books are always a great option when you are looking to get a gift for someone. Whether you’re looking for a little one just beginning their reading journey or someone who has been an avid reader for a while. You can’t go wrong when you pick a book from one of these stellar bookstores:
- Changing Hands Bookstore
- Book Gallery
- Grassrootz Bookstore & Juice Bar
- Dog Eared Pages Used Book
- First Draft Book Bar
- Half Price Books
Drinks
For the friend who loves a good craft drink, consider checking out one of the plethora of great brewing companies throughout the state. Whether you want to give them the option to choose a drink by getting a gift card, or you want to pick something out for them. Each of these options are spectacular picks:
- Fate Brewing Company
- Wren House Brewing Company
- Kitsune Brewing Company
- Tombstone Brewing Company
- Lake Pleasant Brewing Company
- Simple Machine Brewing Company
Grocery
While this might not have been an idea at the top of everyone’s list, we can promise grocery stores are great place to stop in for the perfect gift. Whether you’re looking for the most amazing cheese or a stunning cut of meat. You will be able to find exactly what you need when you check out these local shops:
- Neighbor Market
- Shea Cheese
- Duck and Decanter
- Summer Market
- Troub’s Butcher Shop
- Underbelly Meat Co.
Trinkets
If you aren’t exactly sure what you want to get someone for this holiday season. Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect stocking stuffer. You’ll definitely want to check out one of these perfect little shops for all of your holiday gift giving needs:
- Whozitz and Whatzitz Unique Gifts and Cards
- The Merchantile of Phoenix
- Eyeconic Arizona Souvenir Shop
- Retail Therapy AZ
- Mexican Arts Imports
- Love, Georgie
Beauty Products
Are you looking for someone who takes their skin care routine seriously? Then you’ll want to stop in at one of these amazing shops. Be sure to grab a gift card for a facial or maybe grab their favorite product for a perfect holiday gift:
- Beautique Cosmetics
- Euphoria Beauty
- Mid-K Beauty Supply
- Citrine Natural Beauty Bar
- Yes Beauty Supply
- Bluemercury
Restaurants
When you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves a good night out, consider giving them a gift card to a stunning restaurant. Phoenix has plenty of amazing options to choose from. If you don’t want to get them a place they’ve never been before, consider one of these amazing options:
- The Sicilian Butcher
- The Gladly
- The Arrogant Butcher
- Wren & Wolf
- Rough Rider
- Chelsea’s Kitchen
Clothing
Maybe someone in your family really likes dressing up when they leave the house. When you visit one of these locally owned stores, you are guaranteed to find the perfect outfit for whomever you’re looking for:
- Frances
- Kei Collective
- Local Nomad
- Muse Apparel
- Cave & Post Trading Co.
- Biltmore Fashion Park
Activities
What happens when you’re looking for the kid who has all the fun toys already? Have you considered giving them an activity as a gift. Something they can remember for years to come. Whether you’re looking for a small child or someone in their teens, you’ll be sure to find something for everyone with this list of spectacular options:
- Desert Botanical Garden
- Heard Museum
- Phoenix Zoo
- Phoenix Art Museum
- The Immersive Machine
- Enchanted Island Amusement Park
Antique
Antique shopping is always a fun adventure, where you can search for all sorts of vintage items. And with the holidays fast approaching, checking out a local vintage shop is a great place to round out the best gift you can give this year:
- Brass Armadillo Antique Mall
- Merchant Square
- The Vintage Arizona
- Curious Nature
- Highland Yard Vintage
- Antique Trove
Now that we’ve given you some of our favorite locally owned businesses to visit during the holiday season, be sure to let us know which are your favorites. Head down to the comments and tell us if we mentioned one of your favorite places to visit.
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