8 Unexpectedly Cool Businesses in Alhambra

Alhambra is home to an unexpected number of very cool businesses. Here’s 8 businesses you may have never heard of, but should definitely visit this month.

Haldron Epoch’s bespoke stationery can be found on the shelves of Anthropologie, but their flagship store calls Alhambra home. Visit them on 979 South Meridian Avenue, or online hadronepoch.com

Imizzu Gift Shop just opened on 145 West Main Street, and this “live Etsy” store is a great place to find unexpected and delightful gifts. imizzu.com

Alhambra’s premier card shop, Project CCG, brings players of Yu-Gi-Oh!, Pokemon, and many more together with their wide array or card selection, and live tournament play events. Visit them at 39 South Garfield Avenue, or online at projectccg.com

Alhambra is home to the oldest Vans store in operation! The store on 420 South Garfield Avenue has been open since at least 1968, and potentially since 1966. Vans. com

Str33t Records is a reimagined record store that carries rock, jazz, folk, hip-hop, pop, and everything in-between. It’s perfect for those who are growing, starting, or teaching the art of finding a perfect record. Visit them in-store at 111 West Main Street, or online at str33trecords.com

Burnt Belly, Alhambra’s brand new barbeque restaurant, isn’t new at all! Chef Kyu Yi outgrew his space at Blossom Market Hall, and chose Alhambra as the new home for his reimagined barbecue. Visit the in-person on 1129 South Fremont Ave, Suite D. burntbelly.com

Did you know Ohana Brewing Company fills growlers and individual cans of their craft beer? Visit them on 7 South 1st Street, or, ohanabrew.com to place your order for Father’s Day weekend!

Perfect Exposure Gallery isn’t just a gallery, it’s also a great place to get your artwork framed! Visit them in-person at 2424 West Valley Boulevard, or online theperfectexposuregallery.com