The best local shops in South Minneapolis

11 local shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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14 Hill gift shop

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Store with a variety of gift options, including greeting cards, jewelry, and fun items, plus gift wrapping.

4737 Chicago Ave Ste 2 (Minneapolis)

“Store with a variety of gift options, including greeting cards, jewelry, and fun items, plus gift wrapping.”

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Minnesot-ah!

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Minnesota-themed shop offering T-shirts key chains magnets toys ornaments and scarves.

157 E Broadway (Bloomington)

“Minnesota-themed shop offering T-shirts key chains magnets toys ornaments and scarves.”

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Kid to Kid - Eagan

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Kid to Kid - Eagan makes it painless to outfit fast-growing humans with gently used clothes, shoes, toys, and baby gear that actually hold…

1278 Town Centre Dr #140B (Eagan)

“Kid to Kid - Eagan makes it painless to outfit fast-growing humans with gently used clothes, shoes, toys, and baby gear that actually hold up. Clean out your closets this week, sell the good stuff, then browse organized racks for budget-friendly finds that keep style high and waste low.”

From the Chanhassen newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Heavyglare Eyewear

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Store specializing in customized wrapped sunglasses, along with eyeglasses and swim goggles.

14055 Grand Ave Ste g (Burnsville)

“Store specializing in customized wrapped sunglasses, along with eyeglasses and swim goggles.”

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Uptown Cheapskate Lakeville

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Retailer known for buying & selling secondhand designer apparel & accessories for young adults.

7598 160th St W (Lakeville)

“Retailer known for buying & selling secondhand designer apparel & accessories for young adults.”

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Sierra

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Department store chain offering discounted clothing, footwear, and gear for the outdoors and active lifestyles.

900 W 78th St (Richfield)

“Department store chain offering discounted clothing, footwear, and gear for the outdoors and active lifestyles.”

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Queenie & Pearl

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On-trend women's wear and accessories at this multi-level shop with a friendly vibe.

5014 Xerxes Ave S (Minneapolis)

“On-trend women's wear and accessories at this multi-level shop with a friendly vibe.”

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Style Encore

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Reseller of modern, lightly used women's clothing & accessories, including jewelry, shoes & bags.

1960 Cliff Lake Rd #125 (Eagan)

“Reseller of modern, lightly used women's clothing & accessories, including jewelry, shoes & bags.”

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Mainstream Boutique Apple Valley

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Fashionable clothing chain, plus accessories, for women of all ages, featuring friendly staff.

15322 Galaxie Ave #115 (Apple Valley)

“Fashionable clothing chain, plus accessories, for women of all ages, featuring friendly staff.”

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Perfumes 4U

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Perfume retailer stocking a variety of designer scents, as well as colognes.

3965 Eagan Outlets Pkwy Ste 445 (Eagan)

“Perfume retailer stocking a variety of designer scents, as well as colognes.”

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Sierra

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Department store offering discounts on clothing and outdoor gear along with clearance and coupons.

1460 Central Park Commons Dr (Eagan)

“Department store offering discounts on clothing and outdoor gear along with clearance and coupons.”

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