Mexican Shop

The absolute BEST in great, fun, reasonably-​priced, mostly women’s jewelry and apparel: have been going here for years, and the store has been there forever — FOR GOOD REASON! Fantastic place to get a gift: Highly Recommended!

I absolutely adore this shop. Most of the items are well-​priced, and the shop has a good variety so it’s the perfect place to find gifts.

I love this place dearly and have been shopping here for (OMG) almost thirty years! They have the most fabulous jewelry selection ever and an eclectic array of everything else under the sun! I have found so many treasures here over the years that range from things like hand bags and sterling hair clips to Christmas ornaments. This is a fantastic place to go if you want to find a seriously unique gift.
Furthermore, this is one of just a handful of places left that truly represents the Evanston community in all its Boho-​chic glory. The prices are good, the folks are friendly, the merchandise comes in from around the world and is updated regularly, and its just freaky cool!

This shop is great if you like odd unique items at a reasonable price. I live in downtown Chicago and it was worth the drive.

I just discovered this place about a year ago and i have to say, I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! The Mexican Shop has a varied selection of clothes and accessories from all over the world. Very anthropologie-​esque without the anthropologie prices. If you’re looking for unique outfits and accessories the Mexican shop is a great place in a cute shopping district. Please note that during the winter months, the shop is closed (for restocking). Which is the only downside. But other than that this is a wonderful store and worth visiting!

I’ve been shopping here for longer than most of their customers have been alive. Aside from the curated selection of unique and affordable clothes and accessories, I have to say the customer service is beyond. I received a beaded necklace as a gift and after just a few wears, it snapped. I brought it back to the store and the staff there actually re-​strung the necklace for me! I could have paid someone more than the necklace was worth to do it (it was a one-​of-​a-​kind, very complex design) but contrary to what another reviewer said, they do stand behind what they sell. Their return policy is restrictive but they’re a small, local business trying to make it.

Stopped at The Mexican Shop over the holidays while home in Chicago visiting family. Bought some great gifts that everyone loved. Would definitely recommend going to pick up unique gifts that your friends and family can’t get elsewhere.

I’m disappointed that I have to write this review, but I have to share since this is one of the worst customer service experiences I’ve ever had. I used to be a loyal Mexican Shop customer, but a sterling silver necklace I bought there broke, and when I went back into the store with it, they were unwilling to do anything about it. The associate just explained to me that they don’t guarantee any of their merchandise against breakage and that «the tiniest tug» would break a sterling silver necklace like mine. This patronizing attitude is beyond rude, and the Mexican Shop shouldn’t be carrying garbage they know will break. My advice: stay away from any jewelry costing more than $ 20 and know that what you buy there will not last.

Great prices and excellent selection of unique clothing and jewelry. I love this place. Just bought a really cute cardigan for $ 26.00. Same price as a place like Target but far more interesting.

If my pocketbook were bottomless, I would’ve hauled out merchandise in boxes!
If I had all day, I would’ve spent all day browsing and trying things on.
There’s nothing Mexican about the Mexican Shop. Maybe some of the silver jewelry (charms, necklaces, rings) are imported from Mexico, but this is not an outpost for tacos, maracas or mariachi suits. This is, however, a mecca for jewelry, sunglasses, wallets, clothing, and Anne Taintor stuff.
The jewelry is trendy and unique: rings and earrings made from Druzy, plastic barettes and bracelets from France and Japan, lots of silver, earrings and necklaces made from plastic with fun designs, and it’s all affordably priced. Most of the earrings I saw were $ 13 – 20. I almost purchased a pair for $ 12, with a design of two cute birds holding umbrellas, but I couldn’t quickly figure out what I’d wear them with, so I decided against them.
The employees are friendly and helpful. I tried on a ring ($ 16), and before I made a decision the girl told me that another employee has the same ring, and it discolored into a matte rose gold tone. I appreciated her honesty and decided not to purchase the ring.
I did purchase a pad of Post-​Its for $ 5 with an Anne Taintor design. If you aren’t familiar with Anne Taintor’s stuff, get familiar! The characters are classic 1950’s pin-​up looking housewives, always saying or thinking something hilarious.
I could have spent all day and all kinds of money at the Mexican Shop. Perfect shopping escape to get something cute for yourself or a gift.

I’ve never written a review before but I have to after my experience yesterday.
It was opening day at the shop, and crazy busy. I was checking out, and admired the shirt an employee was wearing. The last white shirt on the rack in my size had marks on it, and the employee went to the back and changed, giving me the shirt she was wearing. Literally gave me the shirt off her back!
To me, that set a new standard for customer service, not to mention I already love the jewelry and clothing selection. A++ job

Deceptively named store; not much is particularly Mexican, but there is a mother lode of great stuff, particularly unique jewelry and clothing but also gifty items as well.
I could have looked at jewelry all day. They also carried silver charms (I have a charm bracelet and am always on the look-​out).
Something annoying: if you don’t want people trying on sweaters etc. without being in a dressing room, maybe don’t have a huuuuge mirror in the middle of the store. Thinking it was going to be more convenient to toss on a cardigan at the mirror (since I wasn’t trying anything else), I did so, only to have the sales girl tell me (afterwards) to get a dressing room. She was nice about it, but my instinct is, if there is a wall-​sized mirror, you presumably are expecting people to use it for something. Well, whatever.
Anyway, it will still be a cool place to remember for future visits to Evanston.

Do you like unique, yet tasteful earrings and accessories? Then take a trip to The Mexican Shop.
The selection is truly stupendous. They also have cute knick knacks like paper weights. A great place to go to find things you didn’t know you wanted. Or to find cool gifts. I don’t care for the clothes. Worth a stop if you want to add some sparkle or sass to your look or another’s.

I would just like to say (for the record — listen, husband): I did not buy anything at the Mexican Shop yesterday. That’s a big, big deal because my eyes were practically bugging out of their sockets ogling all the (awesome) jewelry.
I was more than impressed with the incredible array of every type of accessory from around the world. I love that each beautifully put together case hosts little signs indicating where the lovelies come from. You’ll spy everything (in varied price ranges) from substantial silver studs and hoops, to crystal lariats, armadillo necklaces (Candice G snapped that up), to really beautiful semi-​precious earrings, delicate necklaces and rings. I’m still shocked I didn’t purchase. There’s always next time…
In addition to the jewelry, there’s a decent selection of affordable clothing and other accessories, like clutches, wallets, sunglasses and more. I wasn’t completely bowled over by the above. The quality isn’t the best, and frankly, I was too busy scoping out the jewelry. Oh I’ll be back… credit card in hand.

Smelly Clothes? No Thanks!
I LIKE this shop, but seriously? They smoke in the back room and every time i walk in it’s all i can smell (with a little waft of BO… eew). In this day and age you would think they would get how bad that makes them look. They have very cute stuff and it’s reasonably priced, but COME ON! If you must smoke, do it outside and For The Love; light some candles!

A fun eclectic shop, with real local owners! They have a great selection of beads, jewelry, and all sorts of unique items from around the world.
I have fond memories of this store, it was one of the first stores I went to when I arrived in the Chicago area. Still think it’s a lot of fun to come here. If you need a unique gift for someone, this is good place to check out, they have stuff in every price range.

Finding little boutiques with fair prices is always a fabulous feeling. It’s pretty spacious inside with plenty of clothing racks that are stocked with super cute summer clothes (at the moment). If you’re looking for sunglasses, bags, or hair accessories this is also a good spot for you! It was brutal waiting for them to re-​open after their ‘spring cleaning’/vacation/restocking.
The main reason I ever stop in is their jewelry selection. It’s vast, and there seems to be something for everyone. It ranges from precious stones to more gotty fashion jewelry. I got a pair of frosted glassy looking plastic disk earrings my last time there with dandelion photos in black and white imprinted on them. I’ll try to get a picture up soon! It makes me super happy that they have a great array of earrings for my sensitive ears who can only deal with white gold or surgical steel. I was a little bummed they didn’t have a larger selection of simple metal studs that weren’t gold or silver, but it wasn’t something that made a difference in the quality of their selection for me.
I should stop in for some clothes soon! I saw some super cute tops that I wanted last time I was there!!!

Damn I love this place. It has been there forever and has still for all these years maintained the coolest selection in Evanston… and really anywhere. I have never had trouble with the staff and to be honest they are always absolutely delightful, being from NYC I have had my fair share of interesting staff interactions. Everything is completely unique, this place is what Urban Outfitters wishes it was… clothes from every part of the globe, brought there personally by the stores owner. And while their clothes and bags are spectacular, its their selection of jewelry that still boggles my mind.
I mean it when I say it, this place has the best and coolest selection of jewelry I have ever seen, all at an incredible price! Every time I am in Evanston to visit my hometown I always visit the Mexican Shop to stock up on jewelry that would sell at ridiculous prices and make my fellow Manhattanites drool. The last time I was in the shop the staff helped me put together a few necklaces that I could layer. They offered to put a charm i was buying onto another necklace, but I ended up buying one of their beautiful chains to put my Illinois charm on.
I love this place. Great place to buy gifts for friends and self!
Thank you Mexican Shop for being a beacon of fashion in good ol’ Heavenston.

This rating is courtesy of the 8-​year-​old version of me:
This is one of the stores my mom drags me into and I don’t hate it, there’s so much cool stuff everywhere.
Also, Dempster Street is the coolest. Go to Weiner and Still Champion for lunch.

Went today and it was JAM PACKED!
Lots of great stuff though I didn’t spend as much moola as I usually do. I think I just couldn’t move around to see as many things because of the amount of people in there. It’s not always that packed but they had just opened the week before since they reopened from their annual «spring cleaning» & restocking months when they close.
I got a ton of great unique jewelry, some summer dresses and shrugs, a few housewares items, and great customer service.
Love it, love it, love it. Still the best ever.