Gracie’s

I was looking at coffee mugs that was on a awkward stand with drawers. There was a sales associate standing right by me watching me. It was the worst way to display ceramic coffee mugs. I pulled on out the drawer one inch and the whole drawer came out and the mugs fell on the floor. None broke but it was loud. The sales associate just stood there staring at me while I awkwardly put everything back. There was no helping or no «hey let me help you with that». The manager or whatever came out and said «what was that» and the associate said «oh she dropped the mugs» and the manager said «oh» and walked away. As I finished putting everything back and walked away to leave the store, I notice the manager walk back to where the mugs were. Horrible costumer service. Never going back.

Loved this shop! Smelled so good and I found a very unique Christmas ornament! The sales team was friendly and helpful.

Smells great and a lot of little gifts for anyone on your Christmas list. Stylish home décor items to choose from and cute little signs with happy classic sayings. Bottom line — I didn’t buy anything but this store made me happy!

Very cute shop with plenty of gift choices! Only problem is they were a little overpriced. The soy candles smelled amazing. They had a large selection of Vera Wang and a wall full of small home décor. They had a lot of unique items and clothing for kids. I loved that they had monogramming in the very back. Plenty of coffee mugs and bags of all sorts to choose from. I would definitely come back to shop once I have more time.

Great place to spend time walking around and find the perfect gift. I even treated myself to something for myself. The smell of candles lured me in.

Gracie’s smells yummy, like a cookie shop. Cute knick knacks. Great location on the corner.

Eclectic shop! Smells yummy! A little something for everyone! Ho! Ho! Ho! Get your Christmas shopping done here!

I spent way too much, but that’s ok! What a cute shop with so many great home décor and gift ideas. Monogramming on sight. Will definitely return!

Service is over the top! Jason set up a table for us because we wanted outside. Absolutely over the top! The food is fantastic, I had the short ribs with cheesy polenta and it was melt in your mouth goodness, friends had the special which was fish with Thai sauce — it was perfectly cooked and the sauce was perfectly balanced, and beef stroganoff which was also delicious. Will definitely be back!

Just happened today from a dear friend of mine:
Open Letter to the Owner of Gracies on the Strand in Galveston: I am the lady who came in today with my special needs son, a treat for him for getting through a very trying situation. He has learning difficulties but is brutally truthful, so when you accused him of destroying the puppet display (although 4 puppets on the floor is not my view of destruction) and he told you he did not do it, your correct response should have been to offer him an apology and clean your mess yourself. If you are unwilling to maintain your own property, you have no business in retail. I have very diligently taught all my children to respect the property of others, I absolutely believe he was innocent, and you were nowhere near the display while he was shopping-​in fact you were at the front counter going through your inventory at the time-​and you simply assumed he was guilty. With all of 5 people in the store when we came in, you must be nuts to insist he do YOUR JOB and offend me so thoroughly that not only did I put down my purchases and leave, I plan to post here and everywhere what took place today. Pitiful.
PS: The shopkeepers down the street asked me what was wrong, I told them, and they shared that they think you are awful, too. At least I left their store with a smile. And three shopping bags. Full.

I am completely offended and unhappy with this store. I really thought it used to be great until I tried to get something monogrammed as a Christmas present. I ask a million times how it’s works and I did two shirts. The first shirt came out correctly but the second one the letters were wrong. The letters on the shirt sound so similar that it could have been a mistake but the owner said that she would not redo it. I spoke to the owner myself and said it was basically my fault for not paying attention. She argued with me on the phone saying the manager could not have made a mistake. I will never come here again after the way I was treated.

Such a cute store with great gifts and stuff for yourself. I go every time we visit The Strand. Really cute baby stuff, too!

I always come here for unique gifts for birthdays, baby showers, and any other gifts I may need. They have a unique selection of items and are always adding new things. They also personalize items if you’re into that.

great place to shop for accessories. home goods. LOVE IT
not on Unilocal,is their neighbor, «the jewel garden»
wonderful shop for accessories – lots and lots of prettys
shop local… BOTH are worth the stop

Cute little store in downtown Galveston. Happened upon this place while walking around one night. They have lots of cute and high-​quality kids stuff and a lot of nice soaps, etc. I actually was able to find some sunglasses that actually fit me and looked good on me (most are too wide for my face) and a hilarious birthday card for a friend.

It is one of those kitchy stores that sells lots of candles, jewelry, purses, and other items typically catering to an older lady demographic. However, they also have cute kids clothing, books, and toys too. I can occasionally find something unique and worth picking up here. However, things are a bit pricey. If nothing else there are interesting things to look at as you typically find yourself wanting to take a break from the heat in the summer while shopping on The Strand.

So there is a lot of really cool stuff down at Gracie’s. Gracie’s is one of those gift shops designed mostly for women, but men can get the occasional brownie point by shopping here, too.
You can find all sorts of things to hang on your walls, your children, or yourself. When we went last, they had a boatload of really cute (and pricey) aprons. They also had a lot of really nifty old Galveston books and things. From luxury soaps to monogrammed purses, they have something you want.
Our finds in the past have included: a faucet-​shaped soap holder (sounds funky, but it is super cute), Halloween stuff in Clearance in July, books, a bathing beauties tin, cards to make my mother feel betterish about aging, and spiffy necklaces and charms.
So this is definitely a fun store to hit up, whether you’re buying or browsing. Yes, it can be a little pricey, but if you’re on a budget check out the Clearance section in the back, close to the books. You can find some decent non-​broken/​non-​crappy finds back there.

This shop is geared towards women.
That is not a bad thing if you’re a lady, but I am a dude. That being said, this isn’t a bad shop.
Like many shops on The Strand, it is difficult to enter with a stroller due to several stairs at the shop’s entrance.
The shop has numerous nick-​nacks, childrens toys, baby items (including baby stella items) and other lady focused items.
Too hammer the point home that it is designed for women, the shop was packed, but I was only one of two guys in the whole place.
Guys: wait outside while your significant other shops. Better yet, grab a beer and wait outside.
Women: Enjoy. This is your type of shop.

I am not the typical Galveston visitor but when it comes to the strand, Gracie’s is one of the better shops.
Every year for Christmas, I buy my husband boxers from a company called Hatley. Unfortunately I was not on my A-​game this year. The company is based in Canada and I did not place the internet order in time.
Luckily Gracie’s carries Hatley products (only store anywhere near Houston). Unluckily I live in Houston. I called the store and talked to Veronica. I told her that I need boxers and she was able to tell me what they had in my husband’s size. I choose the ones I wanted and paid over the phone. Then, I just had my dad pick them up (he is a Galvestonian).
It was super easy and great customer service. Plus they always have great gifts for any occasion.

Gracie’s has temporarily moved to the Footsie’s location across the street (due to Hurricane Ike). They have approximately half (or less than half) the items they sell in the original store. I believe they’re still planning on moving back but it was just sad to see how Gracie’s and several other businesses and homes were really displaced b/​c of Ike.