Cost Plus World Market

This… is…MY HAPPY PLACE! This is what I tell most people. One of a kind treasures, endless marveling at all of their special knick knacks… I could go on forever, like most people who have reviewed before me. This is a great store to buy unique gifts for the loved ones in your life. Every Christmas, birthday, or holiday in general people are always wondering what will be coming from me. :)
Staff are mostly very helpful and they actually acknowledge you as you wander around (there’s a lot of wandering around here, there’s just so much vibrant culture and colors around you!!). I can appreciate that. I come in pretty often, I would say about two or three times a month — and they always have a different floor layout with new products throughout the store, which always keeps me interested and wanting to come back for more. I’ve never seen this place messy. Keeping it classy, cost plus ;)

I love this store! I could spend hours in it, perusing the many aisles of fair trade products or handmade products made by artists in other countries! For me, it’s better than Target! HA!
They always have great sales on their products and unique items too, like dark chocolate hot chocolate on a stick, cool funky furniture from all across the world, fun decorative bags, super awesome scented candles that you don’t find elsewhere. I love that the customer service is always helpful and friendly. It’s a great find for cool items that are more of a vintagey feel and not so new and modern.

Standing in line right now. Wow, 15 minute wait! Never shopping here again. Cashier flirting with the customer while the supervisor on shift didn’t even want to help us.

As a fan of World Market and a visitor to many of their locations, this Concord store can hold it’s own. It seems a bit smaller than the Walnut Creek location with less inventory, but sometimes that’s a good thing. That’s because it’s extremely clean and well organized, featuring what I find to be the best of the best of their wares.
Parking is free and easy in the plaza they call home, with other neighboring stores and eateries to be taken advantage of nearby. I came by, most recently, the day after Christmas on the hunt for 50% Christmas cards. Despite the holiday crush, their Christmas section was neatly arranged and I found some adorable bird and animal themed boxed cards for next year. As a rewards member, I also earn points on each purchase towards an eventual $ 10 off coupon. This visit I went specifically for the cards but had a chance to browse their wall art, candles and throw pillows, making a mental wish list of items that might play in to some spring redecorating this year :)
I love just wandering around World Market stores to admire the unique home goods, get ideas for decorating and buying one-​of-​a-​kind gifts. This particular store in Concord does the chain justice and a great alternative to the Walnut Creek location when you don’t feel like dealing with the downtown WC parking situation. Nicely done all around!

On November 25 I decided to make a quick trip over the bridge from benicia to cost plus to purchase some wine for thanksgiving the next day. I have always been a fan of the wine at cost plus. I’m always able to find fun wine for bargain prices. Since I didn’t get off work until 8:30 i checked their store hours before I headed over. I was glad to see that they didn’t close until 10 pm.
I arrived at cost plus around 9:15. I walked up to door and it wouldn’t open. Their was a couple of employees inside eating or something. We tried to get their attention but no one saw us. Their door also had a «holiday store hours «sign on the door which clearly read that they closed at 10 pm on November 25. My boyfriend and I left and got q coffee at Krispy cremes before we went home. As we were leaving the parking lot I thought I saw an employee at a register. We got the guys attention and through the glass we asked him, «why they were closed at 9 when it says online and on the door that they close at 10». He was confused so he got the manager. She was an middle aged lady with long hair with glasses. She was extremely rude ! We asked her that we were curious to why they were closed at 9 and the door and online says 10. Confused she looked at the door and rudely told us that times on the door sign was clearly a mistake that corporate had made. I told her that whosever mistake it belonged to was causing an inconvenience to customers. Especially ones who live out of town and have to pay bridge toll. She asked me if I knew what exactly I was going to get. My boyfriend told her that all we wanted to get was a few bottles of wine. She rudely told us that she will make an exception for us and give us 10 minutes to get our wine but 10 minutes was all she could give because blah blah blah. If it was up to me I wouldn’t have even bought the wine there and I woulda spent my 50 bucks elsewhere. Oh and I woulda bought a few more things but I didn’t have time to look at anything because I was giving only 10 minutes. She made that VERY clear. Only reason I bought the wine there was because nothing else was open and nothing would be open on thanksgiving. However, the employee that rang us up was a very nice gentlemen ! Only welcoming employee there.

Best Customer Service Ever! We do a lot of special touches /​wow’ing of customers here where I work at Peoples Home Equity in Concord. Gift baskets are always loved, so I went to World Market and asked a sales woman there by the name of Charlene to help me put together a basket representing the country of India. It was to be a door prize for an annual event of ours.
I must say, she was the most helpful and creative individual I’ve ever met. She not only knew the products, she knew where things were located, took extra time to look up some additional information on the country, then proceeded to help me create a beautiful basket. When I ran out of ideas, she had suggestions. It was an amazing experience. Because of this, I went back again, today for another gift basket also themed and although not the same sales women, the service was impeccable. I saw Charlene as I was standing in the check out line, and she remembered me and asked about the success of the basket she had helped with. Even the checkout woman, Sue was super helpful with even more suggestions. I loved it!
I highly recommend this store for it’s excellent customer service, product knowledge and excellent prices. The variety of products in mind blowing — and I love being treated special.

Today is Black Friday, which can be a very stressful day for some but when I called, I spoke to Antonette. She was so helpful, very courteous, knowledgeable, and just all around really, really nice. Which are great things to have in customer service. Thanks for helping make my black Friday as awesome as you are!!!

A basket, bubbly, champagne flutes, and snacks to sneak into our friends’ hotel room during their wedding weekend? Thanks, Cost Plus!
Cute print and solid pillows and a teal lamp shade for our newly redecorated guest room? Thanks, Cost Plus!
Beautiful journals to gift to colleagues? Thanks, Cost Plus!
Honestly, this is my go to location for inexpensive and fun gifts and room accents. Done and done.

When I was a kid my mother bought me a jewelry box from Cost Plus and it started my obsession. I love this location in Concord. They are always very welcoming. It is like a paradise in there for me. I walk around the store thinking, look at this, look at that, oh my god look at that. I love that they have so much culture to offer. I pick up a lot of spices there. One time I needed Cardamom Pods for a recipe. I went to Safeway and it was $ 12.99 for one of their bottles. The same size Bottle at Cost Plus was $ 2.99. I know it was not about the quality because I have used Cardamom before from an Indian market and it was just as good.
They also carry my favorite incense, Nag Champa which is a temple incense. It is divine, I burn it at home all the time.
There is a good selection of food from all over the world. Their chocolate selection is quite extensive. They have a lot of Asian, German and British candy.
I just love this place, I could go on and on about the subject.
Definitely a recommended place.

Is there any greater store than Cost Plus? If you’re a daydreamer like me, just walking in the door is like stepping into another country — the greatest bazaar on Earth. Take a vacation from the commonplace of Target and Wal-​Mart, and add a little color and spice to your life — that is the finest service Cost Plus provides. And did I mention their greeting card and wrapping paper game is fierce? Cuz it is. Your presents will be the envy of all at the next birthday party!
Their home décor is stunning, and so much more suited to my tastes than places like Ikea (I need some flair, bro!) — for example, I recently bought the most beautiful bathroom hand towels with a gorgeous Moroccan style print — oranges and pinks and greens and golds, just gorgeous. They had the full bathroom set if you wanted to do the whole room, or just add that pop of color. And they have color schemes for every sensibility — from Carnivale-​level neons to soothing Earth tones to subtle greys. Do not be afraid to explore. You’ll also find paintings, blankets, throw pillows, sofas and chairs, and an impressive collection of dining tables and patio furniture, many of which varies with the seasons. Like I needed another reason to return!
You will also be dazzled by their food and drink aisles — SO much wine, beer, coffees and teas from all over, and great regular sales so you don’t have to be shy about trying something new. Unique pastas and sauces, spicy snacks, international sodas and candies, and even more to explore during the holiday seasons. They also feature truly unique Halloween and Christmas décor, but visit early or the good stuff will vanish!
There is something new and interesting around every corner of this store, and I can’t say enough good things. Check them out!

One star is for the review. Customer service can be better at this location. Not very friendly or welcoming, I would expect more because of they’re location. As I stood in line there were 3 employees having a conversation in front of me as if I was not standing there waiting to purchase my items. I thought customers come first… and as I was getting rang up there was no welcoming conversation just very dry.

One of my favorite places to browse, just need a bigger house to fit everything I want.

I waited too long to plan for my party. And I needed patio furniture ASAP. I was greeted by Sue who was sweet and funny and helped me get my selected large merchandise behind the cashier so I wouldn’t have to lug it around.
Antoinnette think her name was. Was kickin ass running around the store as I became that annoying «changed my mind chick.» Who’s indecisiveness to one small table to a large table probably became annoying. But Annette was cool and super accommodating. She even whipped out some tools and sold me a floor model buffet table that she took apart (so it could fit in my car.) I was VERY IMPRESSED. Love this store and it’s the friendly staff that make it great. Thank you guys :)

I am now officially a fan of Cost Plus… And to think this market was just in my backyard all these years?!
I’m a complete junkie for handmade, local goods and artisan finds, and Cost Plus World Market is the convenient chain heaven for that. From stationary to bath supplies to furniture to foods, drinks and tableware… It is SO easy to wander in here aimlessly and end up spending hours looking at all their neat little gizmos, cute handmade goods and dozens of interesting food finds.
I initially came in here looking to buy a coffee maker for my brother as a gift, but I was taken aback by everything else they offered. I snagged some alcohol-​filled chocolates; a neat journal for my friend; a crafty drink tumbler. So easy for a girl like me to get so freakin’ distracted by everything this place offers. (Do I need this? Would I need that? Would my mom want something like this? That looks pretty cool!)
The holiday line was SO long, but it whizzed by fast considering the whole team seems to be pretty efficient at it. The lady who rang me up was SO pleasant and friendly – especially considering how busy it was the day I came in. She had an interesting name and said she was from Algeria – awesome! I could hear her French-​like dialect. (Ca va?) I ended up getting free membership to get some awesome deals next time I may want to drop by. Solid local spot with the friendliest staff – a crafty girl’s heaven!

I was really excited to visit this location. But I was amazed by their inventory on cups. I was looking for a replacing cup that my sister broke. Unfortunate they stopped carrying my cup :(the service was Ok. & I like how they stayed 15 extra mins to check me out…

Cost Plus is one of those places that is so fun to shop, but so overwhelming.
So overwhelmed by the fun, imported treats. Hell yeah I want to try Cadbury chocolates and digestive cookies, and panetonni and italian nougat and…
Why did I give up sugar? Why?

Cost Plus here is arranged different than the other stores. some goodies (food, drink, snacks) are located tantalazingly near the entrance of the store, not only in the rear.
there are foodstuffs from all over the world. and from all over the u.s. .
drink: boylan root beer (.99)
–has cane sugar, sweetness overpowdered the root beer taste.
note:
–this would be only store i would visit in the willows.
–nic nacs here too. not interested in them.

Show Me The Sales!
If you don’t like this place, come a little closer so I can give a light slap!
I have been going to this place for years and have always loved it. I actually remember my mother going here when I was younger always getting something cool.
Since I have been shopping here I always find something I can use, whether it’s a bottle of prosecco, a cute scarf, some snacks, or a gift for somebody, I always leave happy and I’m OK with spending my money. Now when the holidays come around, this is definitely the place to go.

Cost Plus World Market is like Barry Manilow’s hit «Mandy». For most of you that simple sentence says it all. For those that do not understand please read on.
First and foremost Barry Manilow is a genius. I’m sure it goes without saying and I’m sure we can ALL agree on that fact so let’s just call it our foundation. In 1974, Mr. Manilow released (some say stole) a hit single that took Canada and the U. S by storm, «Mandy», not to be confused by Scott English and Richard Kerr’s 1971 version «Brandy» (a complete rip-​off). At this point in history it would still be another 8 years before I would come into existence, BUT EVEN THEN, I knew I loved Mr Manilow (*immaculate cognitive conception). So what does this have to do with Cost Plus World Market? Well everything, read on.
The true meaning behind the lyrics of «Mandy» died with Mr Manilow some years ago, and ever since scientist, philosopher, politicians, popes and even astronomers have speculated to its true meaning. I personally subscribe to the theory that «Mandy» was a substitute for Molly a.k.a MDMA, nerds and pharmaceutical junkies will best know it as methylenedioxy-​N-​methylamphetamine. This drug is serious stuff, but like most things in the 70’s it was groovy (so I’ve been told). Another theory is that Mandy refers to his Mandolin, a musical instrument in the lute family… Pffff!
Well, by now I’m sure it goes without saying, but in hopes of addressing all levels of intelligence I’ll spell it out. Cost Plus World Market is like «Mandy», because both provide and bring together an array of views from around the world. Cost Plus Market’s ideas manifest in physical items such as spices, chairs, rugs, wine, candy, etc. They both demonstrate the beauty of diversity, the richness in differences and the ease of acceptance. It should go without saying, but I’m a big fan of Cost Plus Market.
Oh World Market, you came and you gave without taking… Something, something, something… And I need you today, oh Mandy.
* inspired by Onion News –the only true source.
* ‘immaculate cognitive conception’ is an original Jose Ochoa term that cannot be used without written consent from my estate. Its meaning originates from the dogmatic term ‘immaculate’, which means spotless, faultless, stainless, clean and impeccable. Illegal use will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

I love this place! They have got a special «junk» place in my heart. I can easily wander the aisles for an hour, picking up random items I’m sure were made in sweatshops, but make me feel hip and cultured if I buy them. This is a great place to pick up random things to make a themed gift basket for someone. They also have awesome stuff for any holiday. I wish I could afford some of their furniture. I always find a ton of jewelry or scarves I want from here, too!