10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Ontario That You Shouldn't Miss

October 16, 2021 Nicolette Lion

Discover the best top things to do in Ontario, United States including Bearly Used Books, Rheo Thompson Candies, Primitive Designs, Gunn's Hill Artisan Cheese, BeauChapeau Hat Shop, Dover Cheese Shop, MacLeods Scottish Shop, Collingwood Olive Oil Co., Chocolate Barr's, The Post Office Shannon Passero.
Restaurants in Ontario

1. Bearly Used Books

15 James St, Parry Sound, Ontario P2A 1T4 Canada +1 705-746-4731 [email protected] http://www.bearlyusedbooks.ca/2009/08/welcome-to-bearly-used-books-only-place.html
Excellent
94%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 67 reviews

Bearly Used Books

175,000+ Used Books All On One Level In The Heart Of Downtown Parry Sound! Fiction, Non-fiction And Everything In-Betweeen!

Reviewed By jennifercY3539QN

Our kids look forward to stopping into this amazing & magical book store in Parry Sound. Since they were small we’ve been making the trip on the way to our camp site at Killbear. Absolutely worth the trip!

2. Rheo Thompson Candies

55 Albert St, Stratford, Ontario N5A 3K2 Canada +1 888-271-6910 [email protected] http://www.rheothompson.com
Excellent
80%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 189 reviews

Rheo Thompson Candies

Welcome to the realm where we make but one thing well, CANDY. Our goal is to make the finest of products using ingredients of the freshest and highest quality. We bring to you an incredible variety of hand made chocolates, hard candies, specialty nuts, nutty pop, and much, much more. Our chocolates are hand packaged in exquisite gift boxes and beautifully gift wrapped for any occasion. (And if we don't have the wrapping you want, just ask us, and we'll do our best to meet your request.)

Reviewed By nicoya-shae

Delicious chocolate. So many options. Will definitely find something to enjoy. Spacious store, immpecibly laid out. Very helpful sales associates.

3. Primitive Designs

2762 County Road 28, Port Hope, Ontario L1A 3V6 Canada +1 905-885-7516 [email protected] http://www.primitivedesignscanada.com
Excellent
80%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 248 reviews

Primitive Designs

Primitive Designs is a retail store in Port Hope, Ontario that sells exotic and unique arts and crafts from around the world! Everything is imported and handpicked in over 7 different countries by owners Ron Dacey, Rhonda Cook, and Maximus Dacey. Celebrating their 19th season, Primitive Designs has been nominated for a provincial tourism award, has won Excellence in Local Economic Impact, People's Choice Online, Best Gift Store, and is home to the Big Robots, including a recent addition of a flying pterodactyl! A main attraction in Northumberland County, and Ontario! People come from miles around to browse and purchase Primitive Designs' beautiful handcrafted pieces, and there's something for everybody! We carry everything from Bamboo bars, carvings, masks, drums, and instruments to outdoor decor, pottery, jewelry, and clothing. The warehouse definitely must be seen to be believed.

Reviewed By radar643 - Minden, Canada

We had personal business in a nearby town so stayed at a local hotel off of Hwy 401. On taking the back roads going North, we passed by this unique venue with metal robots and metal dinosaurs greeting us in the side yard. All are for sale...There were plenty of interesting and one of a kind gifts from all over the world in this unique building both upstairs and down.

4. Gunn's Hill Artisan Cheese

445172 Gunn's Hill Rd, Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7V8 Canada +1 519-424-4024 [email protected] http://www.gunnshillcheese.ca
Excellent
85%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 116 reviews

Gunn's Hill Artisan Cheese

Reviewed By marianne1667 - Mississauga, Canada

This place is a constant stop on our road trips to the Woodstock/Norwich area from Mississauga. I like that they let you sample different cheeses so you can be sure to spend your money on something you will love at home. They have some really unique flavours, but their 5 Brothers is "award winning" for a reason: "it combines traits from Gouda and another Swiss variety called Appenzeller and delicately aged on cedar wood planks adding robust flavors to the cheese" (from their site). Enjoy!

5. BeauChapeau Hat Shop

42 Queen Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario L0S 1J0 Canada +1 877-968-7428 [email protected] http://www.beauchapeau.com/
Excellent
86%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 286 reviews

BeauChapeau Hat Shop

With over 10 000 hats in stock at any given moment, you're sure to find the perfect hat. Everything from 'One-of-Kind works of art to casual and practical. Full size ranges from XS to 3XXL in some styles. We even Guarantee some of our hats FOR LIFE! Visit us in store or online, follow us on social media or sign up for our E-Newsletter to receive valuable sale notifications and Discount Codes. Visiting the Shaw Festival this year? Check out our SHAW Inspired Collection of hats, a group of specially designed and curated hats represented in various SHAW plays.

Reviewed By AutumnClassic887

In retrospect, I considered myself privy to the different shops and what Niagara-On-the-Lake had to offer. However there was one local shop I had not yet visited, as of four or five years ago. That store was BeauChapeau. Fast forward to present day and many satisfied purchases later, I have come to know what I was missing out on. Not only that but I have come to realize what a retail store is capable of offering. Not just in terms of product selection, store layout and product quality but also great service and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I personally have grown to have a passion for fine men's hats, particularly driving and Ivy style caps, and this location consistently brings in new styles, colors and fabrics which in turn, keeps me coming back. Ladies if your reading this, please note that while the men's hat selection is considerable, the women's hat selection is vast. If you are planning on visiting Niagara-on-the-Lake, or have yet to stop by and see for yourself, I certainly recommend this shop as being one of the places to visit. Whatever style hat your in the market for, I am confident this shop will have something for you.

6. Dover Cheese Shop

307 Main St, Port Dover, Ontario N0A 1N0 Canada +1 519-718-1201 [email protected] http://www.dovercheese.com
Excellent
85%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 60 reviews

Dover Cheese Shop

Featuring 100+ specialty artisan, Canadian and Imported cheeses. We focus on local and Canadian cheeses and specialty gift items, as well as premium olive oil & balsamic vinegars and a wide selection of handmade chocolates, we are a food lovers paradise. We would love to walk you through our products, and help you find a new favourite.

Reviewed By christinehO8390HG - Blacksburg, United States

Love this shop,. We always stop by after we have lunch at he Erie Beach hotel for fresh person from Lake Erie. We are from Virginia US but have family in the area so we always stock up on Jenny's cheese when we are in the area. Jenny is very knowledgeable about all her cheese and we especially love trying the Canadian Cheeses. Would not be a trip to ON without vising her cheese shop. As soon as the border reopens we will be up there by visiting family, eating local perch and stocking up at the Dover Cheese Shop! This hosp is heaven for cheese lovers!

7. MacLeods Scottish Shop

80 Ontario St, Stratford, Ontario N5A 3H2 Canada +1 519-273-5850 [email protected] http://www.scottishshop.com
Excellent
77%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 69 reviews

MacLeods Scottish Shop

MacLeods Scottish Shop, located in picturesque Stratford, Ontario, offers the finest quality clothing and giftware from across the United Kingdom. From Harris Tweed jackets, caps and accessories to tartan blankets, scarves and ties, whisky glasses, books and more, we continue to evolve and add exciting new products. Check out our selection of licensed merchandise from Guinness, Dr. Who and European football clubs. Proudly family-owned and operated, MacLeods provides exemplary customer service. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are available seven days a week, year round. Have a special request? Please let us know. If we don't have it, we'll do our best to find it for you! Can't make it into the store? Shop online from the comfort of your own home, 24 hours a day. MacLeods - bringing the very best of the United Kingdom to your doorstep for 30 years.

Reviewed By Donnad9 - Kitchener, Canada

Are you looking for your favourite tartan? This is the spot to find it. On top of blankets,scarves, hats, glasses, keychains, coasters, etc. You can also find your favourite Premier League team here too. HIghly recommned if you're coming to Stratford, Ontario, Canada - stop in here!

8. Collingwood Olive Oil Co.

42 Saint Marie St, Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 3K1 Canada +1 705-293-6457 http://www.collingwoodoliveoil.ca
Excellent
94%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 67 reviews

Collingwood Olive Oil Co.

Reviewed By kerri502 - Collingwood, Canada

Took my fellow foodie friend Michelle here and got the saying tour. She said it was the best tour she’d ever been on. It’s a really cool little store. You can taste test any of the many olive oils and video vinegars and the owners have some great pairing recommendations. I am addicted to the lime olive oil/ pomegranate quince vinegar combo. I have it on salad at least 4X a week The orange olive oil and chocolate balsamic are delicious on vanilla ice cream There are too many delicious combos to name The owners will tell you about where they get their oil and how it is extracted etc. It’s very interesting Bring my sll your goodie friends when they come to visit. They won’t be disappointed

9. Chocolate Barr's

55 George St W, Stratford, Ontario N5A 1A6 Canada +1 519-272-2828 http://chocolatebarrs.com
Excellent
88%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 111 reviews

Chocolate Barr's

Reviewed By TrailBlazer819227 - Stratford, Canada

This quaint shop smells chocolate just outside the door. A welcoming experience. The salted caramel chocolate is a definite must!!!

10. The Post Office Shannon Passero

18 Front St N Thorold, Ontario CA, Thorold, Ontario L2V 1X4 Canada +1 905-397-7578 [email protected] http://shannonpassero.com
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 99 reviews

The Post Office Shannon Passero

The Post Office - Shannon Passero is a true destination store offering a unique shopping experience at a beautifully restored heritage building. It is a lifestyle store that imparts beauty and optimism to its customers. The store offers women an eclectic assortment of high quality clothing, accessories, home furnishings, global finds, gifts and decor that exhibits influences ranging from vintage to global.

Reviewed By pennys282 - Burlington, Canada

Shannon Passero, designer and store owner, has done an amazing job creating a shopping experience for women’s clothes, speciality jewelry, environmental cleaning products and unique gifts. You can often find her helping her customers. If you are near Thorold ON it is worth a stop.

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