The Feral Market - Monterey, California

Suzy M.

This store is soooo cute and interesting! Spent a lot of time laughing in the store. My new favorite local shop for sure! I decided to bring a friend from out of town here after I received what were my favorite Christmas gifts this year. I thought we’d spend like 20 minutes in there, but it was closer to 45 min or so because there were so many interesting items to check out. My buddy and I gifted each other really cute socks! My friend, who’s an introvert received socks that said “Friends don’t make friends hang out”. I was gifted socks that had a sunset and said, “Let that shit go”. The owner was such a pleasure to talk to and hear her story about the store. You can tell she carefully curates the items and is passionate. Very cool experience.

Valerie K.

I love this shop. I’m born and raised in this bay and I’ve enjoy wandering around the local Farmer’s Market in downtown Monterey since I was a kid and this shop is the perfect place to stop by when walking around Farmer’s Market and heading to Fishermen’s Wharf.

I love the pop culture references and the clothes are so cute and comfortable. Also it’s nice to know that everything is picked out by someone that really cares about the quality of their items and helping other small businesses by carrying their products. I especially love all the vegan friendly clothes!

I’ve never had a bad experience in this shop but I think it’s important to remember that small businesses are owned by other human beings. So, at the least, be respectful of their space and the care they put into their store.

Nicole H.

This is just the cutest store. I walked in and the ladies who work there were so nice. I found a few magnets and bags that I really liked. It seemed like everything was handpicked. The perfect store for getting gifts for the family!

I found out that this store is family owned and I think it’s really important to support small businesses. Thanks for the great customer service!

Leah B.

As a long time local, I’ve been shopping at the store for years. It’s an amazing family owned business with the most wonderful service and the quirkiest, awesome selection of merchandise.
My young adult/teenage kids and their friends have stopped in there and shopped many many times, the owners are always wonderful and engaging with them.
Having been part of a family owned business, I know how hard it can be to run a business in this corporate world. In a society where we can make or break somebody with a good or bad review. I think people should have better communication in our community before going after a business owner.
Support our local businesses, and understand that situations are not always as clearcut as you may think.
I will be recommending, as I always have that anybody should shop here for the most unique gifts, fun items for your home and awesome clothes!!
But of course always be kind, and teach our children the same ✌️

Victoria W.

THE CUTEST STORE EVER. This store is a millenial paradise. There's nihilistic and sassy merchandise around the front of the store, cute men's items to one side and women's all around the back and side. I got my new favorite cardigans from here and hats. Particularly one that says "Do Not Disturb." Lol I've gotten many compliments on it and I only got it a few days ago! I The shop ladies are super nice too. The lady gave us doggie treats and made our pups feel so welcome. It was such a great experience. Shopping is self care, amiright
(Cardigan and beanie pictured below)

claire

Visited the store w/ my boyfriend - we’ve been in numerous times before & we’re always excited to go back to shop. Bought several items, multiple as gifts for friends. After purchasing, I decided some were too expensive, so I immediately went back into the store to return only a few of the several items I bought. My first words were even, “I’m sorry, I’m just going to return these.”
The lady working questioned me repeatedly as she processed my return, even asking me, “Was there something wrong with these? Was the price not clearly marked?” I was not allowed to ask for a return without being interrogated.
She was rude, snarky, and condescending.
I work retail & would never make a customer feel this way about a measly 20$ return.
I don’t think I’ll be visiting again. From looking at other reviews, it seems I’m not the only one who’s had a nasty experience at this establishment.

Kyle S.

There's some super cool stuff in here! I love the stickers. The lady at the desk was super friendly. Even had a cool laser sword tattoo like from star tracks. If you like cool stuff, funny stuff, cute stuff or nerd stuff, they got it. I'd definitely support this place.

Lanakila I.

Local family-owned shop full of fun gifts, expressive home goods, bohemian clothes, and festival wear! They carry a lot of things I normally only see online like Natural Life items. I'll have to stop in for holiday gift shopping later this year.