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No matter what the celebration is--a baby shower, wedding, birthday or new house--shoppers are guaranteed to find a meaningful card and thoughtful gift at this colorful store on Grant Avenue. Stylish...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/15/2005
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Very funny cards, not your Hallmark type store. They have an intersting collection of gifts too. I spent way too much time and money here.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love love love this place! they sell all these wonderfully beautiful cards of great styles, design and quality! i'm not a big stationary person, but they sold this cute "Memento Box" card set that i…
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was browsing in the neighborhood today and I found this cute little store . It's actually a really cute store . They sell some cute unique cards , cute baby clothes and interesting books . They also…
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lola's is great but has anyone ventured into the "boutique" next door? There's a crazy lady there that adds embellishments to used clothing and puts designer prices on them. She yelled at me when I…
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Screw Hallmark! Well, there is a Nick's Hallmark that isn't so bad, but this place has cooler cards and a more unique selection. I've always been able to find something in a pinch at the last moment.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2008
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Best place to buy a card or little gift for a friend! The owners and people who work here are very nice and helpful.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite card store in the city! They have a wonderful selection of cards for any occasions.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Adorable in every way. The best spot to get that perfect baby gift - SF onesies, cool kicks, hilarious parenting guides and even a kids book on farting. Prices certainly aren't Babies R Us, but…
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I rarely forget a friend, relative, or colleague's birthday; however, I even more rarely plan the gift/card preparation in advance. This goes for weddings, anniversaries, corporate holidays, and…
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Don't know what to get someone? Go here. If Hallmark had a store for people under 60 who have taste, it would look like Lola.
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Gush. Yes this place is absolutely adorable. I was in there yesterday on my lunch break to find a 50th birthday card for my mom and an "I miss you/thanks for leaving me in the city alone for the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cute friendly lil neighborhood stationery and gift store in North Beach. I didn't care much about the stationery but they had these infant shirts that said "iPoo'ed" with a iPod-like dial on the front…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best place to buy a card or little gift for a friend! The owners and people who work here are very nice and helpful!
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I usually love stopping by there and today was yet another reason why I would go back. They sell wish coupons but were out ot stock and I needed it by tomorrow for my boyfriend's birthday so the owner…
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AHHHHHHHHH! paper! yeah, i love paper. it's my favorite. and this store. letterpress cards! sighhhhhhhhhh.
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i love their cards, and the price is not too bad either!
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE this shop. It makes me want to own my own card/gifts store. I live in the neighborhood, and I can't pass by without stopping and buying cards to have on hand. I always find the perfect card and…
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Such a cute selection of cards & gifts! The staff is very helpful, too.
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Cuteness. Have a nice selection of cards, stationary, candles, photo albums and invitations. Lots and lots of baby stuff. Kind of sickens me when every photo album they have in there involves their…
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this little shop, with it's wonderful array of stationery, journals, notecards, greeting cards, books, and cute gifty things. I walk in and it's like "I'll take one of everything, please."…
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
really cute unique baby gifts. mostly adorable clothes and al the classic children stories. pricey.
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG This little place is HEAVEN for little stationery trinkets, baby clothes that carry some kitch with the oo and ah, and a great selection of cards for every occassion in a friendly…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
adorable! I bought some v. cute and unique cards to send out of valentine's day and love the stationary I found.
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Totally cute little stationary shop. The BF and I wandered around for a while today scoping out the cards and other cute stuff. The card selection wasn't huge but it was eclectic and the stationary…
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
In all sweetness, LOLA kicks ass! I love this joint! Perfect for all your stationary needs and beyond! Pens, mugs, stamps, stickers, silkscreen cards, onesies for teeny lil' babies, blankets, candles,…
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this store. They have the cutest cards, stationery, invitations, and small gifts. I went to Lola looking for a new day planner for 2008. I got the cutest Kate Spade planner, I was so…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is our favorite store for cards. They also have cute little gifty items, pretty stationary, notebooks and funny baby t-shirts. One stop shopping in a cool and friendly neighborhood atmosphere.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I visited and loved their Ghiradelli Square location, so it was inevitable that I would eventually make my way over to their namesake location. And it is every bit as delightful and wonderful, if not…
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this shop. And the blonde haired lady who usually works here is really cool and funny. They're all really cool and nice, actually. Some of the cards have cracked me up so bad I had to buy them…
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I visted here last year and was delighted by its choice of stationery and gifts. the cards have a very 60's style,with graphics and bright colors. it is a great place for gift buying and finding…
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i was doing some reporting for the area in a story and i popped in here cause i had heard about it before and remembered that i was planning on coming here one day. this place is definitely great.…
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best card store on the planet. They also have great baby stuff and gifts. If I was ever to own a business it would be exactly like Lola. The people that work there are actually friendly…
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The world needs more shops as creative and fun as this one. One visit here will get you off your laptops and buying stationery for personal correspondence once again--that's right: real pen and…
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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Very cute place for stationary, small cute gift, journal, calendar etc. I like the personality of this store, it randomly has very cute baby gifts too. A nice stop when shopping in North Beach at all the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I get excited in stores like Lola. This is a place of quality gifts. The card selection always makes me laugh and sigh. I want every candle in that place, but unfortunately I only give and get them as…
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lola was like a breath of fresh air when they opened - far from the cloying racks of Hallmark cards around the corner at Walgreen's. Last minute birthday or shower? Lola has the card, the small gift…
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Lola has been one of my favorite stores in North Beach for a long time. They have stuff there I would love to buy even though I don't need it. And I would but I have no money. Anyway, Lola has the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Such a cute store. The family that owns it is adorable and so nice and helpful when you go in. Such a great selection of baby gifts and great stationary. The only store of its kind in North Beach!
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I got my wedding inviations from Lola and I've loved them ever since. It's true that the owners are awesome. I went in there once during some North Beach fesitval event time and he offered me a beer.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tchotchke gifts.
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ah, my favorite little card store. When you feel like you've seen and sent every card at Papyrus, head to Lola. Unique cards for all occasions, including ones that require a smart-ass remark or two,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some of the prettiest cards I've ever seen! Always something to match that special someone! I LOVE the t-shirts for babies, that say "barf", tax write off", and more. You can also get them special…
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So much cuteness in such a small place. I walked by it once at night after it's closed and saw the cutest iPood onesie on the window. It was perfect as a gift for a friend who's expecting a baby girl.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice assortment of cards, and other sundries. Came in with friends and found a bunch of things I wasn't looking for LOL
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, i like it. this is a very cute shop. they have lots of cards and stationery and other writing related accoutrements. how baby clothes fit into all this, I don't know. but i like it.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best place to buy a card in North Beach. This aint no hallmark store, thankfully. Also this is the place to buy a gift for that new baby your cousin just had, lots of cutie pie baby stuff.
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great selection of cards, wedding, baby and thank yous especially! i love the SF skyline inspired note cards. Nice journals and memory books too. If you are a maid of honor this is a must visit!
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I find myself at Lola's all the time and am very glad they are in the neighborhood. Great cards and even better baby gifts. "You had me at Jello" T-Shirt, a personal favorite. The staff is also always…
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great cards and even better baby gifts. "You had me at Jello" T-Shirt, a personal favorite. The staff is also always very friendly. Yeah for Lola!
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic selection of unique cards and fun little things for gifts. They have this great onesie that has a picture of the iPod click-wheel and says "I Poo'd." Someone have a baby already so I can buy…
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
There are tons of stationery stores in San Francisco - but I've been shopping at Lola for years, because they always have such a great collection of stuff! Favorite items: Jordi Labanda spiral…
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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a unique place to order your personalized stationery especially if you like handmade cards by local artists... fantastic card, candle and photobook selection and novelty baby gifts... cute shower gifts... good...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i have this peculiar and extravagant habit: i'm always on the hunt for good greeting cards. for what occasion - it doesn't matter. it just has to tickle my pickle on all the crucial levels: aesthetics,…
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I ADORE shops like this. In fact, this may be my new favorite place to shop for cards. In this small shop, Lola has a great assortment of cards and can custom-print stationary or announcements for…
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is where my friend found my crazy one of a kind wallet. EVERYONE asks me where I got it and I secretly don't want to tell them. Very fun, very unique place. You can find all sorts of gifts and…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Really adorable little shop. Perfect place to get a unique card or fun stationary. The sales girls are all really nice. I'm very tempted to buy just about everything in this place!
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is an excellent card shop. I could spend an hour in here just looking at everything. Beside having unique and beautiful cards, they also have great gifts and gadgets. I bought some magnets…
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm starting to think i should Review Alcoholics Anonymous since most (ok ALL) of my reviews have something to do with me drinking. Or Drinking & Shopping. This is the case with my most recent hop…
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lola and her tempting walls covered with cards - each one eliciting an emotional response greater than the card before. Funny dogs, heart-felt love poems, and simply stated words of celebration.…
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great selection of fabulous cards-- love stopping in here to just stock up and send them to friends for holidays or no reason at all!
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This store has become a staple for me - someone who is a little obsessed with cards and stationery. they have a great selection of more unique cards than other stores, and also carry picture albums…
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has gorgeous stationery and adorable baby clothes. I always almost pick up a delectable box of personal stationery, then put it down when I realize I have no one to write beautiful missives…
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite card shop, and a great gift shop. Love that my sister shops here and buys adorable baby presents for my little one. Feels good to support a local family business rather than a Hallmark…
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lola Rocks! I have only wonderful things to say about this shop. This store carries all sorts of cards, baby items, photo albums, journals and other little cool gifts. It's ran by Ivan, who is an…
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has the best selection of cards and cute baby items and is a joy to browse on a weekend. I've bought many cards from Lola, but the two best purchases have been a cute baby-tee for my…
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sure, it's a chick place. It caters to gift buyers and now a little bit more of an emphasis on paper (invitations and stuff like that). But, if you are in a pinch for a card and something small, it's a…
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Lola has the best selection of cards in SF. Very cute and unique designs, and the owners are always very helpful!
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2006
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Great baby gifts.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/20/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Besides all the cards and papery they carry, the baby clothes, blanket and shoes are adorable, very soft and fluffy! They don't have inappropriate catch phrases like, "Who's my daddy?" But ambitious…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
chic little card shop with a great selection of unique cards. Great letter-press cards, and humorous ones you won't find anywhere else. They've also got a fun selection of little trinkets like…
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent place to get high quality, cute stationary, cards, even some baby stuff for baby showers, etc.
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2005
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unusual stationery with extremely helpful staff =
lilaguide.com - user review - 11/23/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Exactly the kind of neighborhood card/novelty shop that everyone needs to free ourselves from the banality of Papyrus.
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2005
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Lola is actually a stationary store, but has some of the cutest baby stuff I have ever seen. I even ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/17/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
In a word, charming. Not overly precious which is saying something for a place where the main offerings are thank you notes, baby t-shirts, and journals.
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great stationeries for various occasions!
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Thoughtful, cool card selection.
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
At last I have found a decent card shop, where you can get a quality card without a hideously tacky message inside. They have some really lovely box sets of thank you cards and other notelet type…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2005
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Adorable, charming store in North Beach. They have the "Wry Baby" brand of baby onesies and tons of baby-related stationery and gift items. Great for when planning or buying for baby showers.
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/24/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Elegant card shop with well-selected stock.
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
you want cards and fun little gifts, invites, gift bag type stuff?? this the best (and only!) place in north beach to get it. the owner, Ivan, runs the place and he's a doll. they also carry fun…
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2005
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Cute and Unique Stuff
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/13/2005
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Lola is one of my favorite card/gift shops in the city! Personalized service, fantastic card, candle & photobook selection as well as some cute novelty baby gifts.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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Cute store with little knick-knacks. I bought a pair of robbezze-cheap here. Best price in town.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/03/2005
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beautiful cards and some cute shower gifts. they have a wonderful selection of handmade cards by local artists.
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/19/2005
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Very cute store, great for gifts but very pricey, great robeez selection
lilaguide.com - user review - 12/17/2004
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Lola of North Beach provides an amazing array of stationary, candles & gifts that are unique and upscale. I have never been disappointed when shopping there!! The service is fantastic, always friendly and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/17/2004
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Lola of North Beach carries hard to find Roger la Borde and Shag merchandise as well as beautiful cards and stationary. It is truly a wonderful store and should not be missed if you are in North Beach.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/05/2003
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